‘Untimely demise’: Woman’s chilling letter before alleged rapist’s bail
So afraid she’d be killed by the man charged with choking, strangling and raping her, a woman left a letter for her family, a court heard. Now, he’s out on bail.
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‘God set me free’: Child molesting tradie claims he’s cured
A Qld tradie who preyed on a 12-year-old girl claims he doesn’t need rehab because he no longer has “those desires” thanks to God.
Calls to convert ex-logging forests to recreation, conservation park
The logging licenses on 10 South East Queensland State Forests have expired and an alliance of recreation and conservation groups is calling the state government to act in the interest for future generations.
Faces of tragedy: Qld’s horror road toll explained
A string of road tragedies has left Queensland reeling, as the state spirals towards a grim record. EVERYTHING WE KNOW
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New technology saved rural farmer from crawl for help
A southern Queensland farmer says this new on-farm safety and communications device saved him from a more than 2km crawl for help after crashing his motorbike on the remote property.
‘I’ve seen more action for Qld in less than a year than a decade under Labor’
It’s the jet drama that has sparked outrage among Queenslanders. HAVE YOUR SAY
Daughter’s heartbreaking act in wake of Vyleen White’s death
A daughter of Vyleen White has revealed how her mother’s violent death at a shopping centre car park near Brisbane almost sparked a second tragedy for her family.
Local apprenticeships help keep Mackay kids on right track
A new training centre for potential miners, plus apprenticeships in sugar and the logistics industries are helping put young people on a path to success.
New weapon in hunt for deadly ants at coal mine
Drones will be used to hunt for deadly fire ants after nests were found at a central Queensland coal mine, with tests confirming they are linked to the southeast’s infestation.
Olympic legend reveals surprising new career milestone
She’s already Australia’s most decorated Olympian. Now Emma McKeon has a new title to match, thanks to the university where her swimming career began.
Pilot’s heartbreaking last words with wife before fatal plane crash
A respected Queensland pilot who died in a fiery plane crash on Sunday has been remembered by his wife as a “perfect gentleman” who will leave a lasting legacy on the aviation industry.
Truth must be told: Indigenous leaders shaping the future
Australia has walked backwards on multiple opportunities to reconcile with First Nations communities, Indigenous leaders say they want truth telling and they want it now.
Tobacconist closed after repeated public health unit raids
The store was one of three in our region closed after public health officers executed several raids in recent weeks.
Alleged ATM thief caught red-handed breaking into servo
Police were called to a Darling Downs service station early this morning, where they caught a man breaking into the business. They have now linked him to a spate of crimes.
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