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Queensland creates public sex offender register

Queensland announces Australia's first publicly accessible sex offender register, with Daniel Morcombe's parents championing the reform and pushing for nationwide adoption to enhance child safety.

Brisbane students protest 'impossible' history exam

Year 12 students in Queensland are demanding a marking review after confronting what they describe as an unfairly difficult Ancient History exam that failed to reflect their curriculum studies.

Queensland schools taught wrong Caesar topic

A significant curriculum error has been uncovered in Queensland high schools, where students studied the wrong Roman leader for months due to a major administrative oversight.

Major Queensland motorway closed after serious triple-vehicle crash

Emergency services rushed to the scene of a devastating three-vehicle collision on the Pacific Motorway between Beenleigh and Yatala, with multiple people trapped and serious injuries reported. The major route to the Gold Coast remains closed as investiga

Queensland Premier David Crisafulli: One Year On

One year into his premiership, Queensland's David Crisafulli has defied expectations with a pragmatic approach that's winning over critics and reshaping state politics. Discover how this conservative leader is tackling housing, health and economic challen

Russia's population crisis deepens with 2M loss

New statistics reveal Russia's population has dropped by over 2 million since 2021, with deaths significantly outnumbering births as Putin's war and economic pressures create a perfect demographic storm.

Queensland Indigenous Voice sparks Liberal walkout

Liberal Party members stage dramatic parliamentary walkout over Queensland's proposed Indigenous advisory body, creating political chaos and raising questions about the future of the landmark proposal.

Crocodile invades luxury Queensland resort pool

A terrifying discovery at an exclusive Port Douglas resort has prompted urgent new crocodile warnings for Queensland's tropical north, as a 2.5-metre reptile was found swimming in a luxury pool.

Ben Smee wins Queensland Journalist of the Year award

Guardian Australia's acclaimed reporter Ben Smee has been crowned joint winner of the Queensland Journalist of the Year award for his outstanding investigative work exposing critical environmental and political issues across the state.

Tradesman tackles bandana-wearing servo thief

A quick-thinking Gold Coast tradesman turned vigilante when he tackled a knife-wielding thief attempting to rob a local service station. The dramatic confrontation, captured on CCTV, shows the moment courage overcame crime.

Queensland Baby Poisoning: Police Launch Criminal Probe

Queensland police launch criminal investigation after baby suffers suspected poisoning at Townsville University Hospital. Authorities confirm deliberate contamination is being treated as potential criminal matter.

Qld police helicopter pilot's £183k salary revealed

A senior Queensland police helicopter pilot's staggering £183,000 annual salary has ignited controversy, raising questions about public sector spending and transparency in aviation operations.

Human remains discovery in Brisbane CBD sparks police probe

A grim discovery in Brisbane's central business district has prompted a large-scale police response after human remains were found on Adelaide Street, with forensic teams working to identify the deceased and determine circumstances.

Kenmore Hills Tragedy: Mother and Daughter Found Dead

A quiet Brisbane street becomes the scene of an unimaginable tragedy as Tiffany Wilkes and her young daughter are discovered dead in their home in a suspected murder-suicide, leaving the community in shock.

Mother and daughter found dead in Brisbane Airbnb

A quiet Brisbane suburb is shaken as a mother and daughter are discovered deceased in an Airbnb rental property, with authorities treating the deaths as suspicious while the investigation continues.

Three dead in Brisbane family tragedy: Kenmore Hills shock

A quiet Brisbane neighbourhood has been left reeling after the devastating discovery of three family members found dead in their Kenmore Hills home, as police launch a comprehensive investigation into the shocking incident.

Teenager Phoebe Bishop murdered in Queensland town

The community of Gin Gin is in shock after the tragic murder of 18-year-old Phoebe Bishop. A 19-year-old man has been charged as police continue their investigation into this devastating incident.

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