‘Blood will spurt’: Thug holds ex-partner captive with sword
A Toowoomba woman endured a night of terror while her ex-partner “effectively” held her “captive” and threatened to chop her up with a samurai sword, a court heard.
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Qld cop speaks of “heartbreaking” flood aftermath
A resilient and longstanding police officer who put his life on the line to support his western Queensland community through the devastating floods is now helping frontline services with the clean-up.
Truck driver hurt, diesel spills after B-double rollover
A truck driver has been injured, and emergency crews are working to clean up a diesel spill after a rollover in the South Burnett.
Armed teens terrorise med student in petrifying home invasion
Armed teens stormed a female medical student’s home to steal her car before going on a destructive crime spree. The court heard they didn’t understand the gravity of their actions at the time of the terrifying home invasion.
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Photos: Olympian returns to hometown a hero
One of the region’s greatest athletes has returned to where it all began, cheered on by adoring locals who showed their love for their Olympic hero. See the pics here, and find out why locals like him so much.
Man connected to terrifying home invasion days after release
Named: Days after a Darling Downs man walked free from jail his fingerprints were found in an abandoned stolen car which was taken at knifepoint during a home invasion in Highfields.
POWERED UP: Controversial wind farm begins powering Queenslanders
A controversial wind farm project in southwest Queensland has taken a major leap forward, announcing 27 of 162 turbines have begun producing renewable energy to help power the state. Find out when the project will be fully operational here.
Miracle escape: Cause of chopper crash revealed
The cause of a firefighting chopper crash can be revealed as new information on the incident which led to a miracle escape has been released.
Regional climate producing more than fresh produce: Court
The Granite Belt region’s cool climate can grow more than fruit and vegetables, with Stanthorpe Magistrates Court told that police caught two men producing cannabis at their homes. DETAILS.
Road campaigner takes narrow view of Premier’s Bruce Highway fix
Not everyone gets the ear of the Queensland Premier and the Opposition Leader, but Bruce Highway safety campaigner Leyland Barnett did when the pair were in Rockhampton. Find out what he asked them and what they said.
‘Worst year’: Grandma loses everything in horror house fire
Police have declared a crime scene as a grandmother has been dealt a triple blow when her home burned down in the same year her husband and 16-year-old grandson tragically died.
Outrage as council parking app double charges CBD motorists
Drivers have been warned by businesses against using the Toowoomba Regional Council’s parking app after it started double charging users.
Hometown Olympic legend set to receive hero’s welcome
A southwest Olympic legend will be honoured and celebrated in his hometown, after showcasing incredible athleticism on the biggest international stage.
Man to front court charged over attempted carjacking at motel
Police will allege the man attempted to steal two vehicles before fleeing a taxi, but he did not get far.
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