Qld faces Games construction spike as budget buffeted by Alfred
Construction costs are expected to rise in South East Queensland just as the state readies to put shovels in the ground for the 2032 Games.
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Premier’s broken election promise masked by bold new metro pledge
The state government has abandoned its election promise to build heavy rail through to Maroochydore but instead has committed to two metro bus networks servicing the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane Airport.
‘Not Paris, not LA, this will be better’: Qld’s bold Games plan revealed
Three stadiums within a shock new multibillion-dollar sport and entertainment precinct will anchor Brisbane’s landmark 2032 Olympic Games plan.
Man in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle
A man has suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle on Tuesday night in Upper Mount Gravatt.
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‘Doing it the Qld way’: Crisafulli on 2032 Games plan
Premier David Crisafulli said Queensland finally had a 2032 plan that would not “embarrass us”, as he addressed funding, using the regions, and why the Brisbane Arena isn’t part of the official Games Plan.
Cops hurt in crash involving luxury sports car
Two police officers have been injured after being caught up in a crash involving a luxury sports car in Brisbane’s inner north.
Officers rocked as high-profile Qld cop feared missing in surf
A prominent and award-winning SEQ police officer, described as a “champion” and future leader in the organisation, is feared missing in the ocean near Byron Bay, triggering a major search.
Protesters ejected from council chamber, heckle Lord Mayor
Protesters have been thrown out of Brisbane City Council Chambers by police for a second week running, with bizarre claims shouted at the Lord Mayor during debate on the 2032 review. LIVE BLOG
New Brisbane Arena plan hinges on one thing
The state government wants the private sector to build a flagship indoor Brisbane Arena to save taxpayers dollars, but the federal government’s $2.5b commitment to the arena is now up in the air.
Queensland Games won’t be another Victorian tragedy
Premier David Crisafulli has vowed to avoid a repeat of Victoria’s Commonwealth Games debacle, despite spreading the Olympics throughout Queensland.
‘Fly high momma K’: Tributes as police reveal shock theory over Kedron Brook body
Police have revealed more information about the death of a woman whose body was found on a busy Brisbane bikeway early on Monday, as tributes are left at the site.
Qld’s Olympic spark reignites as Premier praised for ‘absolutely nailing’ plan
Interest had waned significantly following three-and-a-half years of little Olympic progress. David Crisafulli flipped the script with one passionate call to arms to every Queenslander.
Gabba’s Olympic swansong before demolition
Brisbane’s historic Gabba cricket ground is poised to host an Olympic gold medal event before the stands are demolished after the Games. Here’s what’s ahead for the 130-year-old venue and why it couldn’t be saved.
Floodwaters at Eromanga, Qld
Floodwaters at Eromanga, Qld
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