The Nationals have backed Scott Morrison’s net zero 2050 plan in a historic decision that safeguards regional Queensland jobs and ends years of fierce climate debate. Almost $400m of infrastructure projects have been axed from South East Queensland’s landmark City Deal amid a worsening feud between the state and Commonwealth governments. Speed limits could be permanently lowered and roads closed after a landmark case involving a motorcyclist who crashed after riding into a pothole. Queensland’s vaccination rate is lagging so far behind the rest of the country there are fears international travel to the state could be delayed up to 12 months. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at couriermail.com.au.