The Queensland government has halved its orders of coronavirus jabs from last month. Apprentices in the clean energy sector will get a $10,000 taxpayer-funded bonus on top of their wages if Anthony Albanese wins the next election. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services considered a 50 per cent female recruitment quota but dumped the idea after conducting research and seeking legal advice. The NRL’s Magic Round could become “Magic Week” for Brisbane with bold plans to expand the annual multimillion-dollar rugby league blockbuster into a week-long festival, turning it into one of Australia’s biggest major events. For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at couriermail.com.au.