Workers sacked as BPIC changes spark construction chaos
Construction workers have been sacked days before Christmas after the state government tore up a tender to upgrade a Qld hospital.
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Bizarre twist in Mount Isa Rodeo rescue plan
There has been a bizarre twist in the bid to save the ailing Mount Isa Rodeo.
Proof that ends Qld’s city v country kids debate
Are regional kids worse off than city children? The debate ends now.
‘Closest thing to a big sister’: Friend’s tribute after mum’s tragic death
A Southern Downs family is appealing for support as they deal with losing their mother, described as the ‘brightest star in everyone’s life’, mere weeks before Christmas. Here’s how you can help.
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Authorities investigating ‘suspicious’ border garage fire
A fire investigator has been called in after a garage caught fire in a tiny border town. DETAILS.
Revealed: Lockyer Valley’s cutest baby of 2024
Dozens of adorable bubs were nominated by adoring family and friends to be crowned the region’s cutest in 2024. See the winners and runners-up here.
‘Kill me’: Man allegedly points gun at cops during highway pursuit
Police opposed a man’s bail application after an alleged interstate police pursuit on a major Darling Downs highway where a shortened firearm was allegedly discharged.
Motorist’s close call with weaving motorcyclist caught on camera
Police have called on the public to help identify a man and his female passenger caught riding dangerously on a rural road in South East Queensland.
Father’s fury as coroner closes door on mine death probe
A shattered father says the coroner’s decision not to hold an inquest into his son’s death leaves a critical question about mine safety unanswered.
REVEALED: Shocking alleged events as man kept woman against will in police stand-off
The disturbing alleged events that occurred behind closed doors as a man accused of keeping a woman against her will while he held police at bay for 10 hours in Rockhampton can be exclusively revealed.
‘I wouldn’t be here’: Mum calls on families to give blood this Christmas
A young regional Queensland mum who came close to death is on a mission to give back and is calling on Queenslanders to join her this Christmas.
Premier’s dig at Miles over ‘grubby’ election night move
Premier David Crisafulli has gone on the attack in Parliament this morning after being questioned over alleged Health cuts, targeting Steven Miles’s ‘tone’.
Major highway blocked due to flash flooding
Heavy rain has brought chaos around the Southern Downs region, with roads unusable due to floodwater, including a major Queensland highway. But it might not be over yet.
‘Misguided, reckless’: Premier called upon to overturn Central Qld council decision
A councillor has written to the Premier asking him to intervene in her own council’s approval of a 392 lot estate after 100 locals gathered for a public meeting.
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