Race to the bottom: Truth laws too late for this campaign
There may be no deep snarkiness and personal attacks in this election campaign, but the call to end the distorted truths in political adverts will come too late, writes the editor.
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Two uninspiring choices more focused on winning than reforming
Queensland voters will be forced to choose between two unambitious visions, writes state political editor Hayden Johnson.
Trust this lot? Pollster reveals voters not buying the sales pitch
Only one of four political parties vying for office on October 26 are trusted more than they are distrusted, Roy Morgan polling shows. The most trusted party might surprise you.
The five words from Labor that triggered an LNP outcry
Labor’s hijacking of a taxpayer-funded government slogan is being investigated by the Electoral Commission after an LNP complaint.
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LNP’s $10k sweetener to bring cops back to the beat
Former Queensland Police officers would be paid up to $10,000 each to put on the blue uniform again under a plan the LNP says could bring as many as 300 back into the service.
Forensic evidence hold up in MP’s alleged rape investigation
More than four months after a Qld MP made a rape and drink spiking complaint to police, the investigation continues. But she says she is focusing on what is in her control – campaigning for the election.
Labor promises to open Gracemere high school in 2028
A Gracemere high school advocacy group mum who was waiting for the Premier at his abandoned press conference about high school funding has made her own commitment – to hold both parties to account.
Revealed: The 10 seats Greens believe they can win at state election
A reinvigorated Greens announced six candidates to kick off their state election campaign, aiming to address housing affordability, corporate accountability, and environmental sustainability.
‘Racist empire’: Thousands slam NSW senator’s ‘disgraceful’ comment about Queen
Thousands have criticised a NSW senator’s for saying she could not ‘mourn the leader of a racist empire,’ with many saying they support Pauline Hanson’s reply to ‘ … pack your bags and p— off back to Pakistan’.
Risks David Crisafulli must take if he wants to be Premier
Freshly minted Queensland LNP leader, David Crisafulli, needs to take some risks with policy reform if he ever wants to be Premier, writes Peter Gleeson.
Ballooning cabinet to cost taxpayers $1m
With half the Labor caucus now holding a ministry or assistant ministry, taxpayers will cough up an extra $1 million over four years for the expansion.
Rudd’s challenge to Palaszczuk after Coast wins
Former prime minister Kevin Rudd says the State Labor Government must deliver for the Sunshine Coast after Labor claimed the seats of Caloundra and Nicklin.
Recount ordered: Two Qld electorates under review
The Election Commission of Queensland has confirmed it will conduct recounts in two Queensland electorates after a request from the LNP following the State Election.
Premier reveals full Cabinet, new ministries
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has revealed her full cabinet, with new ministries announced including a new Minister for Hydrogen and a Minister for Water. SEE THE FULL LINE-UP
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