Man who set housemate on fire claims jury ‘injustice’
A man who was identified by his own mortally wounded murder victim now claims he was not mentally capable of forming an intent to kill.
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No fish, eggs during pregnancy ‘may lead to obesity’
Mums who do not eat cooked fish or eggs during pregnancy have a higher risk of having kids with childhood obesity, a new study says.
Male driver charged after 73-year-old pedestrian dies
A man has been charged with dangerous driving while intoxicated after a 73-year-old male pedestrian died in Brisbane's north.
AI girl helps authorities deal with child abuse victims
Authorities can improve the way they interview abused children with the help an AI girl developed by Griffith University and a team of overseas researchers.
Man jailed for ‘devastating’ abduction and rape
A woman was trying to book a ride home when she was approached by two strangers who took her to a nearby park and assaulted her.
Coercive control criminalised in landmark legislation
More than four years after the murder of Hannah Clarke and her children, coercive control has become a criminal offence in Queensland under landmark laws.
Woman used wooden spoon to assault five-year-old girl
A woman has been jailed for her cruel treatment of a five-year-old girl, including hitting her with a wooden spoon and withholding food and water.
Teen arrested after man shot outside property
Police have charged a teenager over the shooting of a 43-year-old man outside a property north of Brisbane weeks ago.
Opposition member admits taking photo of MP’s phone
A member of the opposition has apologised in Queensland parliament for taking a photo of an MP's phone showing a text message from Premier Steven Miles.
Three injured in bus, car crash
Police are investigating after a Jeep Cherokee crashed into a bus, injuring three people and causing a chaotic scene with more than 60 bystanders involved.
Search under way for lost hiker
Emergency services are scouring bushland for a hiker lost in Queensland's far north.
‘Shocking’ scale of deforestation a koala threat: study
Greenpeace says a study they commissioned has revealed the scale of Australia's deforestation, prompting calls to enforce laws to protect native animals.
Police officer charged with serious sexual offences
A 55-year-old Queensland police officer has been charged with four counts of rape and two counts of sexual assault relating to alleged incidents while off duty.
New images show extent of Barrier Reef coral bleaching
New footage has been released showing widespread coral bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef, spanning 1100km from Lizard Island to the Keppel Islands.
Staffer jailed for $1m fraud of film production company
A 71-year-old woman will serve 20 months behind bars after admitting she defrauded her television and film production company employer of almost $1 million.
Man appeals conviction for ‘brazen’ Valentine’s rape
A man who was jailed for the sexual assault of a woman after he was hired to perform a Valentine's Day massage has claimed he should never have stood trial.
New support measures for victims of violence
Legislation for a permanent commissioner for victims and a sexual violence review board will be introduced to the Queensland parliament.
Police investigation launched after baby boy’s death
Police are investigating the death of a four-month-old boy after the baby was transported from a residence to a Queensland hospital.
Premier apologises, coercive control law debate begins
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has apologised for misleading parliament, while debate into coercive control laws has begun months after legislation was tabled.
Investigation launched into mine worker blast claim
Investigators are looking into claims explosives have been detonated 30m below three workers at Kidston Pumped Storage Hydro Project in north Queensland.
More than $1 billion for women and girls’ health plan
The Queensland government has pledged $1 billion over five years to improve women and girls' health care experience as part of a landmark strategy.
Court bid by ex-MP for travel expense review dismissed
An attempt by ex-MP Andrew Laming for an expenditure watchdog's decision over his travel expenses to be reviewed has been dismissed by the Federal Court.
Huge croc spotted at north Queensland swimming hole
A three-metre crocodile has been spotted at a popular swimming hole in north Queensland, sparking warnings from authorities.
Man admits delivering $4.3 million in drug-profit cash
A Queensland man has been sentenced after being pulled over by police and found with $4.3 million in a box and suitcase in his vehicle.
Russian nationals charged after $2.3 million seized
Two Russian nationals have faced court charged with money laundering after police found $2.3 million in cash and cryptocurrency.
Elderly pedestrian dies after being struck by car
A man will appear in court charged with mid-range drink driving after he allegedly struck an elderly pedestrian who later died in a Gold Coast hospital.
Fire ants inquiry shines light on decades of failure
Australia's efforts to eradicate deadly fire ants have been savaged by former insiders and the woman who led a review that was buried.
Noisier world linked to increase in hearing loss
Earphones, concerts and occupational noise all have an effect on our ears which is why researchers are pushing for more awareness on World Hearing Day.
Publicly funded IVF on the way for Queensland women
Queensland has become the latest state to announce publicly funded reproduction treatments for women and girls suffering from fertility issues.
New way of reporting sex assault leads to man charged
Complaints made through an alternative reporting method have led to an arrest and charges against a man for rape and sexual assault.
Major victory claimed over yellow crazy ant threat
In a big win over the acid-spitting threat, Queensland is celebrating the world's largest single eradication of yellow crazy ants.