Why are Queensland wholesale spot prices for electricity up 150% this year? It’s complicated
So far this year, average spot prices have been about 50% higher than last year and 150% higher in Queensland.
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Former Qld treasurer De Lacy remembered
Queensland politicians have paid tribute to the state's third-longest serving treasurer Keith De Lacy, who died last year at the age of 81.
Green power switch will save Greater Brisbane homes thousands of dollars
Clean energy advocates Rewiring Australia say Greater Brisbane homes could save almost $5000 a year by switching to renewable energy while also creating 24,000 jobs in a report released this week.
Energy Hub set to unlock manufacturing jobs in Townsville
The jobs-generating Lansdown Eco-Industrial Precinct infrastructure masterplan get the go-ahead from Townsville City Council.
Barrier Reef coral bleaching revealed
It will take months to determine how the latest coral bleaching event has hurt the long-term will affect the health of the Great Barrier Reef, scientists say.
Qld kicks off health practitioner laws
Queensland's health minister has tabled new laws to regulate health practitioners, which are set to be adopted nationally.
Investigator warned of Whiskey firebombing
An immigration officer warned then special investigator Bernard Collaery the Whiskey Au Go Go nightclub would be burnt ahead of the fatal 1973 firebombing.
One dead in Qld floods, dam releases start
The Queensland Fire and Emergency Services received 110 calls for help after intense rainfall across the state, with one woman killed in floodwaters.
Qld foster children get new legal rights
Queensland foster children have been granted new legal rights after state parliament passed changes to protection laws.
DV inquiry to probe Qld police culture
The Queensland government has appointed the president of its children's court to head an inquiry into the police response to domestic violence incidents.
Warnings issued late in Brisbane floods
Flood warnings issued during the recent Brisbane floods were held up as authorities argued about the wording, a report into the disaster has revealed.
Shooting getaway car owner hears of grief
A Queensland man who provided the getaway car for a 2018 Father's Day fatal shooting has received a suspended jail term in Brisbane Supreme Court.
Coral scientist questions Barrier Reef mass bleaching report delay
One of Australia’s leading coral reef scientists says it’s unfortunate a report on the latest Great Barrier Reef mass bleaching has not yet been released.
Ex-cop denies Whiskey suspect was beaten
A former detective says a confession was not beaten out of a man convicted of the 1973 Whiskey Au Go Go firebombing in which 15 people died.
Qld inquiry to examine police DV responses
A Queensland royal commission will probe police responses to domestic violence with the government also allocating funds to justice, support and education.
Man rescued from northern Qld floodwaters
A man has been rescued from floodwaters and emergency services have had almost 40 calls for help as unseasonally heavy rain hits northern Queensland.
Qld bus girl family wants childcare closed
The family of a young Queensland girl who was left on a bus outside a childcare centre for six hours says the facility should be closed down.
Australia’s first renewable hydrogen-powered ferry to be built in Gladstone
Gladstone is set to have Australia's first renewable hydrogen passenger ferry.
Exporting the dollars: How Australian solar technology is making foreigners rich
Queenslanders are missing out on the jobs of the future because governments have not focused on making things in Australia.
Sex offender caught after prison release
A sex offender has been sentenced to four years' jail after being caught with child exploitation material just months following his release from prison.
Qld hospital capacity crisis impacts cops
Queensland police are being kept off the front line due to ongoing capacity issues in emergency departments at the state's hospitals, a union says.
Qld girl leaves hospital after bus ordeal
The Queensland girl left in a critical condition after being left on a childcare centre bus for six hours has left a Brisbane hospital.
Hydrogen will drive Emerald kids to school as clean energy fleet expands
Bowen Basin kids will soon ride to school on buses powered by renewable hydrogen, with Emerald Coaches set to join the growing Queensland clean energy fleet.
Pronged dog collars to be banned in Qld
The first review of the state's animal cruelty laws in two decades has led to proposed changes including banning certain types of dog collars and pig poisons.
Heavy rain to bombard Queensland this week
Queensland Police are urging people to avoid unnecessary travel this week as the state braces for intense rain and the risk of flooding.
Sister left ‘broken’ after Whiskey attack
Visions of her parents dealing with her brother's death in the Whiskey Au Go Go firebombing are etched in Helen Palethorpe's mind, an inquest has been told.
Renewables could be a bonanza for the bush but Federal leadership lacking says new report
Communities in Central Queensland are ready to reap the rewards of the renewable energy economy but are demanding leadership.
Man faces court over Brisbane shooting
One of two men charged with attempted murder has appeared in court with police to allege up to six shots were fired at a vehicle in Brisbane's north last year.
Fresh appeal over Smykalla murder in Qld
Police are offering a $500,000 reward for information about the 1981 murder of Deborah Smykalla in Brisbane.
The devil they shouldn’t know: Satanic teachings disallowed in Queensland schools
A Noosa Temple of Satan founder has been ordered to front court, while another leader of the group has lost legal action against the Queensland government.
Teacher bailed ahead of exploitation trial
A Queensland teacher who is facing nearly 100 charges relating to child exploitation material has been released on bail after seven months behind bars.