The Queensland government has reversed a secret policy to contest all new native title claims in court, after a federal court judge demanded an explanation for halted negotiations with Cape York traditional owners.
An Indian Uber driver is suing Queensland police for discrimination after officers were recorded making racist comments. Australia's race discrimination commissioner warns this damages community trust.
Teenage sprint sensation Gout Gout overcame flu symptoms to win both the 100m and 200m events at the Queensland Athletics Championships, demonstrating remarkable resilience.
Robert Irwin expands his TV career by hosting Dancing With The Stars: The Next Pro, a Disney/BBC production filming in Queensland featuring American contestants competing for professional spots.
Two young Chinese tourists, aged 26 and 23, were found dead in their submerged car in Queensland, Australia, after severe flooding swept their vehicle off a bridge. The incident marks the first fatalities linked to the ongoing floods in the region.
Queensland's new laws banning pro-Palestine protest slogans like 'from the river to the sea' have drawn sharp criticism, with opponents likening them to the repressive tactics of the Bjelke-Petersen era.
A woman and a child have been discovered deceased in a Queensland residence, with police investigating the circumstances as a tragic incident.
The bodies of two missing Chinese backpackers have been discovered inside their submerged vehicle in flood-ravaged Queensland, as the region faces a widening flood crisis with evacuations and extensive damage.
Australian authorities have identified remains believed to be those of two backpackers missing since severe flooding hit Queensland, with ongoing search efforts and investigations.
A vehicle belonging to two missing Chinese tourists has been located near Kilkivan as massive floods continue to devastate central and southwest Queensland, with thousands affected.
A consumer's walking shoes wore down after only seven months, raising questions about fair wear and tear under Australian consumer law. Expert advice outlines steps for seeking repair, replacement, or refund.
A coroner in Queensland has determined that Piper James, a Canadian tourist, drowned following injuries sustained in a dingo attack. The investigation remains ongoing.
An inquest into the murder of Kelly Wilkinson in Queensland has uncovered that police turned her away when she sought help before her death, raising serious questions about domestic violence responses.
Three novel fungal diseases have been detected in wild Australian reptiles, including snake fungal disease, posing a severe threat to biodiversity and ecosystem health.
An inquest into the murder of Kelly Wilkinson in Queensland reveals police missed multiple opportunities to prevent her death, highlighting systemic failures in domestic violence response.
A mother and father in Queensland have been charged with manslaughter following a four-month police investigation into the death of their three-year-old son in a horrific car crash.
Queensland's parliamentary inquiry recommends banning under-16s from riding e-bikes and e-scooters and requiring a learner driver's licence for riders, amid safety concerns.
Australian teenager Gout Gout has shocked the sporting world by running the 100m in 10 seconds flat, setting a new national under-20 record and drawing praise from Olympic champion Noah Lyles' coach.
A Queensland judge's controversial remarks have resulted in the overturning of a conviction for an Indigenous man from Cape York, highlighting ongoing legal and social justice issues in Australia.
The Institute of Public Affairs joins criticism of Queensland's proposed hate speech legislation, warning of vague definitions and excessive ministerial power that could criminalise debate.
A Queensland police officer accused of serious domestic violence against his pregnant partner and interfering with justice faced no disciplinary action, a tribunal has ruled.
An alleged cat burglar has been arrested in connection with the theft of priceless Egyptian artefacts from a Queensland museum, with police recovering some items.
Butchulla Aboriginal Corporation calls for visitor limits at Lake McKenzie on K'gari to prevent overcrowding and environmental damage, amid ongoing dingo management discussions.
The Albanese government has approved a Queensland coal mine expansion, clearing critical habitat and fueling the climate crisis, according to scientists.
Premier David Crisafulli's Liberal National Party confronts internal fractures as debates on abortion laws, gun control, and a resurgent One Nation threaten its cohesion and electoral prospects in Queensland.
The historic Meanjin literary journal has been relaunched in Queensland, Australia, with new funding and editorial leadership to support Australian writers.
Queensland's state government has introduced new gun control and hate speech laws, but faces criticism for ignoring coronial recommendations on mental health assessments for firearm applicants.
Queensland introduces gun control laws limiting licences to citizens, but critics say they are the weakest in Australia. The reforms include hate speech bans and penalties for firearms offences.
Queensland plans to outlaw phrases like 'from the river to the sea' under sweeping hate speech reforms following the Bondi terror attack, with penalties up to five years in prison.
Queensland becomes the first Australian state to outlaw the phrases 'from the river to the sea' and 'globalise the intifada' as part of sweeping new hate speech laws targeting anti-Semitism.