Shorten wants QLD kids to get the COVID jab at school
Labor frontbencher Bill Shorten has called for the federal government to run an in-school vaccination program as kids prepare to return to the classroom.
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Qld integrity commissioner resigns
Queensland's integrity commissioner has quit as the corruption watchdog probes allegations of interference in her office's investigations.
QLD researchers find new listeria treatment
Listeria infections could pose less of a health risk to pregnant women and people with immune deficiency after a discovery by researchers in Queensland.
Qld hospitals ‘bearing’ flatter virus wave
Queensland has another 13 COVID-19 deaths and 10,212 new cases, but hospitals are coping as the number of virus patients is lower than the thousands expected.
Tamil family visa process ‘unfair’: court
A federal court has ruled that the immigration minister's decision to prevent a Tamil family from applying for further bridging visas was procedurally unfair.
Mam’s freedom in fight for Brisbane No.6
Teenager Ezra Mam's mesmeric debut season in the Queensland Cup has shot him into contention to partner Adam Reynolds in Brisbane's halves in 2022.
Virus precautions keeping more Queenslanders out of hospital
Another 13 people have died in Queensland's COVID-19 wave as the state records 10,212 new cases and 879 people with the virus are being treated in hospital.
Inquest resumes into fatal Whiskey bombing
More witnesses are expected to testify during the second sitting of an inquest into the Whiskey Au Go Go firebombing that claimed 15 lives in 1973.
Qld has 10 COVID-19 deaths, 11,947 cases
Queensland has recorded another 10 COVID-19 deaths and 11,947 cases as the state prepares to ramp up its booster rollout after cutting waiting times.
Two dead after SE Queensland house fire
The bodies of two people have been found at a home near Ipswich in southeast Queensland following a fire.
Qld records 10 deaths, 15,050 virus cases
Queensland has recorded another 10 COVID-19 deaths and 15,050 cases as the first international flight arrives after quarantine requirements were relaxed..
Search for girl lost in Qld flood cut back
The search for a 14-year-old girl swept away in floodwaters north of Brisbane will be scaled back after she went missing almost two weeks ago.
Murder charge over Qld teen stabbing death
Queensland police have charged a 17-year-old boy with murder over the stabbing death of another teenager outside a home on the Sunshine Coast.
Qld cuts COVID-19 booster waiting time
Another 13 people have died with COVID-19 in Queensland and the state has 16,031 new cases, as the waiting time for a third vaccine jab is cut to three months.
Inquest into death of refugee after fall
An inquest will be held into the death of a 27-year-old Sudanese refugee who was evacuated from Manus Island to a Brisbane hospital after falling down stairs.
Qld doctors demand COVID-19 surge plans
Queensland doctors are demanding to see government plans for testing and managing workers during the COVID-19 surge.
Qld teen arrested over stabbing death
Queensland police are questioning a 17-year-old boy about the stabbing death of another teenager outside a home on the Sunshine Coast.
Climate club plan could punish Australia
Germany's new chancellor is pushing for the G7 to become a "climate club" that will economically punish laggards like Australia, observers say.
Qld test claims ‘categorically untrue’: PM
Scott Morrison says rapid antigen suppliers claiming that kits ordered by Queensland have been redirected by the Commonwealth are not telling the truth.
Ex Qld mayor’s misconduct charges dropped
A former Queensland mayor has had two misconduct in public office charges dropped after prosecutors offered no evidence part way through a committal hearing.
Proctor on rebound after COVID case
Gold Coast forward Kevin Proctor is back to full health after recently contracting COVID-19 along with several teammates.
Qld reports 9 virus deaths, 16,812 cases
Queensland has recorded another nine COVID-19 deaths, including that of an 18-year-old with "significant" underlying health issues.
Qld govt sees potential three-jab mandate
The Queensland government hopes enough people get a COVID-19 vaccine booster, but believes the definition of "fully vaccinated" will likely change three jabs.
Glory coach fears further COVID-19 issues
With a 42-day COVID-19 hiatus to their A-League Men's season over, Perth coach Richie Garcia is wary of avoiding the virus and more disruption in coming weeks.
Fornaroli wiles irked Roar coach Moon
Brisbane Roar coach Warren Moon has complimented Perth striker Bruno Fornaroli's ability to influence referees after a heated outburst in Wednesday's ALM clash.
Roar youngster secures ALM win over Glory
Brisbane Roar youngster Henry Hore's first A-League Men's goal has secured his team a 1-0 win over Daniel Sturridge's Perth Glory at Moreton Daily Stadium.
Heat face roster queries after horror BBL
Chris Lynn could be among those under pressure to keep a contract at the Brisbane Heat as they slumped to a sixth straight loss to end the BBL season.
LNP calls for action at SEQ hospital
Queensland's Opposition leader says he has received "deeply concerning" feedback about a hospital in the state's southeast and has called for action.
Australia-NZ white-ball series postponed
New Zealand's white-ball tour of Australia has been postponed after the Black Caps were unable to avoid a 10-day hard isolation period on return home.
Time for families to reunite: Qld Premier
The Queensland premier says it is time for families to reunite, with restrictions for fully vaccinated international travellers to be lifted this weekend.
Sixers 6-178, hunting second spot in BBL
Daniel Hughes top-scored with 59 as the Sydney Sixers managed 6-178 against Brisbane and look to lock up second spot on the BBL ladder.