Whistleblower set to oversee DNA lab reform under LNP
A whistleblower who exposed a state-run forensic lab's problems that led to back to back inquiries will oversee reforms if the Queensland opposition is elected.
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Man went along with wife-kill plan of boss, jury told
A man played along with talk from his boss of setting his wife on fire and bought him a can of petrol because he needed the job, a jury has heard.
Union pours fuel on sexism claims within fire service
Queensland's fire service is being scrutinised over allegations of sexism and bullying within the ranks.
Global support for baby’s family after coffee attack
The mother of a baby boy badly burnt by a stranger with boiling coffee says they have received "thousands" of messages of support from around the world.
Workmate did not know about plan, wife-murderer says
A man who murdered a woman by stabbing her and setting her on fire told a jury a workmate accused of aiding him in the crime did not know of his plan to kill.
Child protection probe promise after pedophile arrest
The Queensland opposition has promised an inquiry into the state's child protection system if it wins government after a man was charged with multiple offences.
Children held in ‘inadequate’ watch houses for weeks
Watchhouses in Queensland being used to detain children are overcrowded, lack fresh air and privacy, the Inspector of Detention Services says.
‘Tragic flaws’ in Qld assisted dying law, coroner finds
A coroner has found serious flaws around Queensland's voluntary assisted dying safeguards led to a man having access to fatal drugs meant for someone else.
Man wrongfully jailed seeks ‘justice for all’ in court
An Indigenous man taking legal action for being wrongful jailed over a bank robbery says he is fighting for accountability in the justice system for all people.
Miles makes voter pitch as parliament wraps before poll
Queensland's premier has made one last parliamentary pitch to voters ahead of October's election.
Song marks moment in history as truth-telling begins
As Queensland's Truth and Healing inquiry is about to begin, acclaimed musician Uncle Joe Geia has marked historical moments with a musical oration.
Fire response ramps up ahead of stark spring warning
Queensland is preparing its aerial firefighting fleet ahead of the high bushfire risk warning across spring and summer.
‘Love the town’: Birdsville’s only cop to bid farewell
After 10 years as the only cop overseeing a patch of Queensland as big as the UK, Senior Constable Stephan Pursell is preparing to farewell the outback.
Girl ‘argued’ to stop insulin, dad tells murder trial
A tearful father told a judge he was "infuriated" by his daughter's protests against insulin shots but later joined a church that believed God would heal her.
Woman grossly neglected child before ‘shocking’ death
Shannon Leigh White has been jailed over the gross neglect of her four-year-old stepdaughter which had "catastrophic" consequences, a judge said.
Embattled mayor welcomes government-appointed advisor
An advisor will be appointed to a Queensland council amid ongoing issues between colleagues and a mayor being investigated by a corruption watchdog.
Star relief talks ongoing but taxes will be paid: govt
Queensland's Deputy Premier says a hard line will be taken with Star Entertainment to pay its taxes but talks are ongoing to provide relief for Queen's Wharf.
Man flees country after hot coffee park attack on baby
Police have identified a man accused of pouring hot coffee on a baby, only to discover the alleged attacker has already fled Australia.
Police put brakes on ‘drug superhighway’ in $44m bust
Two people have been charged after allegedly trying to collect $44 million worth of cocaine from a wharf in Queensland's remote north.
Church group accused of girl’s death to address trial
Members of a church group accused of killing a young girl will not give evidence in their own defence but do plan to give at least one closing address at trial.
Troubled casino operator seeks tax relief to stay open
Troubled casino operator Star Entertainment is seeking tax relief from the Queensland government as it battles to keep a $3.6 billion project open in Brisbane.
Mum’s pain over ‘depraved’ torture, manslaughter of son
A man has been jailed for 14 years over the "depraved and concerted" manslaughter of a friend of his partner.
Police officers accused of watchhouse prisoner assault
Two police officers have been suspended and charged after the alleged assault of a prisoner at a far north Queensland watch house earlier this year.
Heavy electric vehicles face roadblocks in Australia
Electric trucks could cut emissions significantly, an inquiry has heard, but inconsistent regulations were making it hard for businesses to invest.
Concerns raised before hospital deaths report: expert
An expert says concerns were raised with the Queensland government well before a review found inadequate staffing contributed to deaths at a mental health unit.
‘It’s in our blood’: the ties that bind in Birdsville
The small outback town of Birdsville's population swells from 110 people to thousands for the iconic races, which are celebrating their 142nd year.
First Nations stories win big at Qld Literary Awards
Bundjalung author Melissa Lucashenko has won the top gong at the Queensland Literary Awards for her novel Edenglassie.
Jailed drug dealer laments ‘worst job he ever had’
Peter John Kelso told police after his arrest on a range of drug trafficking and possession charges that dealing was a terrible business, a court was told.
Church group had ‘common’ goal to stop girl’s insulin
Prosecutors can use text messages to claim church group members had a "common purpose" to encourage a father to stop his daughter's insulin, a judge has ruled.
Fines for feeding crocodiles bite harder
People who feed or interact with crocodiles will face harsher penalties under new public safety measures.
‘Like a missile’: fatal crash road reopens after blast
A major highway has reopened days after a truck full of chemicals exploded and created a five metre crater following a fatal collision in central Queensland.