Australian climate change stance violates Torres Strait rights: UN committee
The United Nations Human Rights Committee has found Australia violated the rights of Torres Strait Islanders by failing to protect them against climate change.
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Queensland nabs millions in suspected dirty cash
Millions of dollars in suspected criminal proceeds have been seized in Queensland, the state's anti-corruption watchdog revealed as NSW mulls similar laws.
Woman’s ‘premonition’ before chipper death
Sharon Graham had a premonition that someone would be hurt in a terrible accident weeks before Bruce Saunders was found in a woodchipper, a court has heard.
Qld forensic flaws ‘tip of the iceberg’
The mother of slain Mackay woman Shandee Blackburn hopes the probe into Queensland's troubled forensic laboratory is another step on the path toward justice.
Meet the man creating a forest of food in far north Queensland
It takes Mike Gailer several minutes to list all the things he grows on his two-hectare block of land near Kuranda in far north Queensland.
Search for man missing on Flinders Highway
Police have called for public help to find a man missing on the Flinders Highway between Townsville and Mount Isa.
Qld minister in the dark about DNA change
Queensland's deputy premier says he was unaware the state's DNA testing processes were changing in 2018, when he was serving as health minister.
Co-accused in bed after woodchipper death
Sharon Graham moved into Bruce Saunders' room on the night his body was found in a woodchipper and soon shared it with murder co-accused Gregory Lee Roser.
Seismic Santos tests may hurt koala trial
Seismic tests planned by mining company Santos could compromise important research on a vaccine to help endangered koalas survive the ravages of chlamydia.
Search for missing 5yo child in NSW floods
A five-year-old child is missing and four people have been rescued from floodwaters in western NSW as heavy rain sparks further flooding around the state.
Northern Australia termites could head south as planet warms
You know you’ve reached the north when you start to see termite mounds, but research out today says they could be found further south as the planet warms.
Crikey’s defence tests ‘public interest’
Independent online news site Crikey will rely on a "public interest" defence against defamation action brought by media mogul Lachlan Murdoch.
Call for global research into reef fish
Climate change has had a massive impact on Australian reef fish populations, prompting scientists to call for a global approach to research.
Granny flat fix to help Qld home crisis
More home owners will be able to rent out their granny flats as the Queensland government flags planning changes in a bid to increase affordable housing.
Murder accused ‘sought insurance letter’
A woman on trial for her ex-partner's murder asked a friend to say they were still together "because of the insurance", a Brisbane court has been told.
National disaster recovery head announced
The boss of Queensland's disaster recovery agency will now head the newly created national counterpart.
Accountant turned masseur admits assault
An out-of-work accountant who pretended to be a professional masseur has admitted sexually assaulting a woman while providing a massage in her home.
Qld forensic staff stood down amid inquiry
Two senior staff members of Queensland's forensics lab have been stood down after a damning interim report exposed serious shortfalls in testing practices.
Queensland Government approves hydrogen corridor
Queensland has inked an agreement with three of Korea's largest conglomerate groups to build a green energy export corridor in the state's north.
Palm Island wins rugby league shield in honour of brave soldier
It’s one of Queensland rugby league’s most keenly contested trophies, and this year, the Palm Island Skipjacks got to take it home.
Virgin to shoot for stars from Toowoomba
An agreement between Virgin Orbit and the owners of Wellcamp Airport in Toowoomba could transform southern Queensland into a hub for satellite launch services.
Queensland housing summit the right move but bold measures must follow
Australian state and federal governments have never been keen to intervene in the housing market. But with Queenslanders sleeping in their cars at night due to lack of rentals and social housing in critically short supply, there’s growing calls for the State Government to do more.
Refugees end up in climate disaster zones
Refugees who've fled war and persecution frequently wind up in the crosshairs of natural disasters fuelled by climate change, a Brisbane conference has heard.
Teen charged for running over man after Mermaid Waters armed burglary
A 16-year-old girl has been charged for allegedly running over a man in a stolen vehicle after an armed burglary at Mermaid Waters last month.
Central Queensland needs help to grab clean energy “once in a generation” opportunity
A new report says the transition to renewable energy is a once in a generation opportunity for central Queensland communities, but they’ll need more support to make the change.
Woodchipper death ‘didn’t make sense’
The owner of the property where Bruce Saunders' body was found in a woodchipper says it didn't make sense after asking questions about the horrific death.
Mule laundered cash via jewellers, cafe
A man has admitted involvement in laundering more than half a million dollars through Brisbane businesses after using stolen identities to set up accounts.
Spit hood ban is the right decision says Queensland Police
Queensland police say the decision to ban the use of controversial spit hoods in watch-houses was in direct response to community concerns.
Qld police task force reviews DNA evidence
Queensland Police has established a task force to review DNA testing from evidence, as a report into the state's forensic lab is handed down.
Is that crab worth keeping? Technology helps answer an age-old question
If you’re into catching mud crabs, a new device could help you tell whether your catch is worth keeping.
Former Wiggle welcomes zapper at far north Queensland sports club
Far north Queensland locals will long remember the day former Yellow Wiggle, Greg Page, came to visit.