Rural crash hotspot to see major upgrade
After multiple crashes at a rural Queensland intersection, a $4.3m roundabout project promises to transform one of southwest’s most hazardous crossroads.
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Police find homemade baby sex dolls during drug raid
Police have charged a Toowoomba man with more than 65 offences after allegedly finding modified baby dolls, child abuse material and weapons during a three-day property search.
Traffic chaos after oil spill on busy regional motorway
A cooking oil spill has forced the complete closure of a major Sunshine Coast arterial road, leaving afternoon commuters scrambling for alternative routes.
‘Never seen it before’: Burner phone leads to alleged dealer’s arrest
After police arrested suspected drug runner Zarcody Sims following a raid in Highfields, the young woman applied for bail before the Toowoomba court.
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LNP steps up youth crime fight with 9 Qld boot camps
Queensland juveniles at risk of falling foul of the law will take part in a new boot-camp-style program as part of the state government’s tough approach to youth crime. VOTE IN OUR POLL
US nuclear submarine bobs up in Queensland
A nuclear-powered submarine has joined the USS Frank Cable in Brisbane. Find out why and see our exclusive first look inside the sub repair ship.
FNQRL gives update after brawl in reserves clash
The FNQ Rugby League has given an update after a brawl saw Innisfail and Ivanhoes reserves clash called off on Saturday. See the latest
Qld’s overcrowded prisons to get some relief with new jail set to open
An increase in property crime, a Parole Board backlog and spikes in prisoners breaching their parole has lead to widespread overcrowding in our jails. This new jail will help, but only in the short term.
‘Burn to learn’: Camp Oven King shares life’s passion at outdoor expo
Thousands of punters strolled through the Toowoomba Showground gates for the Outdoor Adventure Expo, keen to see the latest in camping and off-road gear, and to learn the classics from legends like Ron Wilson, the Camp Oven King.
Southside study reveals real cost of ignoring mental health
Taxpayers could save $482 million over the next decade if governments tackle root causes of mental distress in Brisbane’s southern suburbs and Logan, a groundbreaking study has found.
‘Felt like an eternity’: Korean War vets reflect after 75 years
With Sunday marking Korean War Veterans Day, Queensland’s remaining veterans reflect on what is commonly dubbed, “The Forgotten War.”
Deranged, drugged and destroying a CBD: Inside plan to take back city
Bone-chilling screams and drug-addled drifters taking over. Now even the Premier can’t unsee the scary scenes unfolding daily in a city determined to reclaim its streets. VIDEO.
Fears for motorcyclist after crash down 10ft embankment
A motorbike rider has been rushed to a Sunshine Coast hospital with “potentially life-threatening injuries” after a shocking crash.
Who was Lauren Ingrid Flanigan? What happens next? Everything we know about death of Sophia
The death of three-year-old Sophia Rose in her front yard in May shocked Queensland. This is everything we know in the case that rocked the state.
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