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Giant hail and storms cause chaos in Brisbane

Severe thunderstorms with giant hail and destructive winds have left over 138,000 without power in south-east Queensland. The Bureau of Meteorology issues urgent warnings.

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

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.

CCTV shows Kira Cousins with knife outside Parliament

Exclusive CCTV footage shows Kira Cousins, 31, brandishing a knife near the Houses of Parliament in a disturbing security breach that's raised serious questions about protection of our political heartland.

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.

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.

Parliament cleaner sacked over security breach

A cleaner at the Houses of Parliament has been dismissed following a serious security breach, raising concerns about protection protocols within one of Britain's most sensitive political institutions.

Pink Lady protesters storm Parliament in migrant demo

Anti-migrant activists, including the notorious 'Pink Lady', staged a dramatic protest inside the Houses of Parliament, clashing with police and disrupting proceedings in a bold security breach that has raised serious questions about parliamentary safety.

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.

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