Thousands of STEM spots to be funded in AUKUS push
The government will fund an additional 4000 university places for STEM students to create a workforce capable of building a nuclear-powered submarine fleet.

Reserve Bank board shake up outlined in new laws
The federal treasurer has introduced legislation that will underpin the biggest set of reforms at the Reserve Bank in decades.

National engineered stone ban closer with WA backing
Western Australia has joined other states in expressing support for a national ban on the future use of deadly disease-causing engineered stone.

Queensland, NSW on storm watch as big wet heads east
Parts of southern Queensland and northern NSW could cop giant hail and destructive winds of more than 125km/h as South Australia's big wet heads east.

‘Time for renewal’: Queensland premier Palaszczuk quits
Annastacia Palaszczuk is being described as a 'Labor hero' and 'a gamechanger' after calling it a day as Queensland premier, ending months of speculation.
Festive Cheers from Billycart’s Brews for Federal MP’s
Kennedy MP Bob Katter is set to elevate the celebration with the refreshing offerings of Atherton's Billycart Brewing Co.
Army Reserve Sharpens Air Assault Skills in Central Queensland
Central Queensland recently hosted a series of air assault operations by the Australian Army Reserve's 31st/42nd Battalion and C Squadron, 5th Aviation Regiment. This 10-day Exercise Brahman Stride highlighted the troops' readiness and skill in aviation missions, underscoring their capability for diverse operational scenarios.
Talks on Queensland infrastructure funds keep trucking
Queensland has made the case for more federal funding for roads and rail after the Commonwealth slashed infrastructure funding for projects around the country.

Electric cars cut emissions in half, analysis shows
An online calculator shows electric cars produce as much as 60 per cent less carbon than petrol vehicles and motorists can make deeper cuts using solar power.
Murder probe after woman collapses, dies near home fire
Police allege a man was behind the stabbing death of a woman following her discovery near a burning house north of Brisbane.
Man seriously injured in shark attack
A man in his 20s has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after being bitten on the leg by a shark off the central Queensland coast.
Aspiring rapper jailed over fatal Gold Coast bashing
An aspiring rapper who killed a 38-year-old man who was asleep in a reclining armchair has been sentenced after also admitting robbery and grievous bodily harm.
Mother of boy found dead in pool charged with murder
More than two years after Tarrin-Macen O'Sullivan was found dead in a pool, his mother has been charged with the four-year-old's murder in north Queensland.
Advocates urge targeted programs in youth crime plan
Advocates have called on the state government to develop a comprehensive plan to tackle youth crime with the current strategy to expire this month
Brisbane roll Reds in Adelaide, roar into ALM top four
Two second-half goals have ensured the Roar will return to Brisbane with all three A-League Men points, recording a 2-0 win over Adelaide United.
United’s milestone man Goulding shoots Bullets down
Melbourne United have extended their buffer atop the NBL ladder after veteran Chris Goulding propelled them to a 35-point win over the Brisbane Bullets.
Love hurts: Aussie Paro notches brutal stoppage win
Australian Liam Paro has moved to 24-0 and back in the conversation for a world title shot after stopping American Montana Love with a pair of knockdowns.
United’s milestone man Goulding shoots Bullets down
Melbourne United have extended their buffer atop the NBL ladder after veteran Chris Goulding propelled them to a 35-point win over the Brisbane Bullets.
Residents warned of Cyclone Jasper’s destructive power
Tropical Cyclone Jasper is heading for far north Queensland and is predicted to unleash widespread destruction with the loss of power, water and the internet.
Drug traffickers risk lives and freedom in pivot to sea
Drug cartels are increasingly using the oceans to import drugs into Australia, leading to more calls for help when smugglers run into trouble on the water.
‘Time for renewal’: Queensland premier Palaszczuk quits
Annastacia Palaszczuk is being described as a 'Labor hero' and 'a gamechanger' after calling it a day as Queensland premier, ending months of speculation.
Two nabbed over botched 560kg cocaine import off WA
Two men have been charged over a botched attempt to import 560kg of cocaine which came undone when one of them needed rescuing off the WA coast.
Tax hikes for foreigners investing in Australian homes
Australia will hike taxes and fees for foreign investors who buy existing houses and leave them empty in a bid to address housing stocks.
