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.
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The Storm That Moved a Mountain: A Climate Warning
An investigative report into the unprecedented storm that triggered a massive landslide in the Brecon Beacons, wiping out an ancient forest and revealing the stark realities of climate change in the UK.
Queensland Blue Card System Exposed: Father's Ordeal Reveals Crisis
Exclusive: A Queensland father's battle to obtain a Blue Card reveals shocking systemic failures, leaving children potentially at risk and parents in bureaucratic limbo. Investigation uncovers a child safety system in crisis.
Humpback Whale and Calf Entangled in Queensland Shark Net
A distressed humpback whale calf and its mother became entangled in a controversial shark net off Coolangatta, Queensland, sparking urgent rescue efforts and renewed debate over marine protection measures.
Hong Kong's massive deforestation footprint exposed in new study
Groundbreaking research exposes how Hong Kong's economic consumption drives tropical deforestation in Southeast Asia, ranking it among the world's top per capita contributors to forest loss.
QLD Deputy Premier brands BHP 'un-Australian' over job cuts
Mining giant BHP faces fierce backlash from Queensland's government after attributing job losses to the state's coal royalty scheme, igniting a heated debate over resource taxes and corporate responsibility.
Australia's Bird of the Year 2025 Faces Extinction Crisis
The 2025 Australian Bird of the Year, the Glossy Black Cockatoo, faces a severe survival crisis as rampant habitat destruction and tree felling push this iconic species toward extinction.
QLD Gov to Ban Pill Testing, Defying Health Experts
The Queensland government has announced a controversial ban on pill testing services, drawing fierce criticism from health experts who warn it will put young lives at risk at music festivals and events.
Gold Coast Grandfather's Plea Under New Assisted Dying Laws
A terminally ill grandfather's heart-wrenching final days have sparked emotional debate as Queensland's assisted dying laws come into effect, allowing patients choice in their final moments.
Amazon Deforestation Fuels Wildfires and Pandemic Risk
A stark new report reveals the catastrophic link between Amazonian deforestation, intensifying wildfires, and the alarming rise in zoonotic diseases, demanding urgent global action.
Driver's 'stupid mistake' leaves ute stranded on train tracks
A Queensland driver's disastrous shortcut attempt ended with his ute stranded on active railway tracks, prompting a dramatic rescue and a stern warning from authorities.
Cairns Measles Outbreak Warning After Infectious Visit
Queensland Health sounds the alarm as a measles-infected traveller from overseas visits busy public spots in Cairns. Health officials are urgently contacting potential contacts as the highly contagious viral threat spreads.
Bob Irwin Under Police Investigation in Queensland
Queensland Police have launched an investigation into wildlife conservationist Bob Irwin following a complaint. The 84-year-old father of the late Steve Irwin denies any wrongdoing.
Central Queensland's Disused Railway Set for Cycling Tourism Revival
Discover how a historic 50km rail corridor in Central Queensland is being transformed into a world-class cycling trail, promising to boost eco-tourism and breathe new life into rural communities.
Government grants itself power to fell Lords trees
A controversial government bill has granted itself powers to cut down trees in the House of Lords courtyard, bypassing local planning laws and igniting a fierce backlash from peers and environmentalists.
Tourists trash sacred Cape York Tip, sparking outrage
Outrage erupts as visitors to Queensland's iconic Cape York peninsula leave behind a trail of destruction, dumping tonnes of rubbish and damaging sacred Indigenous sites at the northernmost point of the Australian mainland.
Queensland trucking company collapses after 23 years
A major Queensland transport company with a 23-year history has entered liquidation, collapsing with massive debts and leaving dozens of employees without jobs in a severe blow to the region's freight industry.
Single Mum Wins £1.2m in Queensland Lottery
A Queensland single mother's life transformed overnight after winning £1.2 million in Bronte's lottery. Discover her emotional reaction and future plans.
Lost in the Amazon: The Shocking Disappearance Exposing a Crisis
A deep dive into the mysterious disappearance of a British journalist and indigenous expert in the Amazon rainforest, uncovering a web of crime, environmental destruction, and a desperate search for answers.
Peru's uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe faces extinction from loggers
Exclusive: Rare footage reveals the devastating impact of illegal logging on the protected lands of the Mashco Piro, one of the world's last uncontacted tribes, as Peru faces international pressure to act.
Amazon Tribes Forge Historic Pact Against Deforestation
In a landmark move for conservation, 14 Indigenous communities from Peru and Colombia forge a historic alliance to combat illegal logging and mining, safeguarding a vital corridor of the Amazon rainforest.
Malaysia's Sea People Squeezed Out by Coastal Development
The traditional fishing communities of southern Malaysia face a desperate battle for survival as rampant industrialisation and land reclamation destroy the mangrove ecosystems they depend on.
Qld MPs back police powers for instant DV orders
Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.
Drone Reveals Uncontacted Amazon Tribe Under Threat
Exclusive aerial images reveal an uncontacted Indigenous tribe in the Amazon rainforest facing existential threats from illegal logging and drug trafficking, as experts warn of a humanitarian crisis.
Wieambilla Ambush: Two Police Officers and Neighbour Slain
A routine welfare check in rural Queensland turned into a deadly ambush, claiming the lives of two young police officers and an innocent neighbour. The tragic incident at a remote Wieambilla property has shocked Australia and sparked a major investigation
Daniel Morcombe's Parents Back Qld's Offender Register
Bruce and Denise Morcombe, the grieving parents of Daniel Morcombe, back Queensland's groundbreaking new public child sex offender register. Discover how 'Daniel's Law' aims to empower parents and enhance community safety.
Sunshine Coast Lockdown: Armed Police Hunt Gunman
Exclusive: Sunshine Coast residents in lockdown as specialist police, including the Critical Incident Response Team, scour bushland for an armed suspect following a dramatic shooting incident near a popular shopping precinct. Ongoing manhunt continues.
Brisbane Story Bridge Pro-Palestine Protest Banned
Queensland Police enforce a blanket ban on a planned pro-Palestine protest across Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge this Sunday, citing severe traffic and public safety concerns.
Queensland Corruption: 33% Witnessed It, 54% Silent
A damning report from Queensland's corruption watchdog reveals a deep-seated culture of silence, with 33% of public servants witnessing corruption and 54% failing to report it. Discover the alarming findings and the call for urgent reform.
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