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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.
UK Court Blocks French Minister's Rwanda Visit
The UK High Court has intervened to prevent France's Interior Minister from visiting Rwanda, branding the UK's own asylum policy as unlawful in a major diplomatic and legal rebuke.
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.
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.
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.
Amy Coney Barrett's surprising shift on Supreme Court
Justice Amy Coney Barrett is emerging as an unexpected swing vote in pivotal Supreme Court rulings, challenging assumptions about the court's conservative supermajority and demonstrating a distinct judicial philosophy.
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.
ECHR 'Power Grab' Threatens UK Sovereignty, Report Warns
A bombshell report from the Policy Exchange think tank accuses the European Court of Human Rights of a 'significant power grab', using its rulings on asylum seekers to undermine national sovereignty and force uncontrolled immigration on member states like
Greens Co-Founder Sues Party in Membership Battle
Drew Hutton, a founding father of the Australian Greens, takes the party to the Queensland Supreme Court in a dramatic fight over his revoked life membership and party governance.
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.
Supreme Court rules against Scottish Gov over court closure
The UK Supreme Court has ruled against the Scottish Government, upholding the controversial closure of Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court. The decision deals a significant blow to Holyrood's authority over local justice matters.
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.
Utah Court Halts Execution of Inmate with Dementia
The Utah Supreme Court issues a dramatic last-minute stay for Ronnie Lee Gardner, pausing his execution by firing squad amid a fierce legal battle over his severe dementia and fitness for execution.
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.
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.
NRL Stars Smith & Radley Hit With Drug, Betting Charges
Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters hooker Brandon Smith, alongside Victor Radley, has been charged by Queensland Police with alleged drug dealing and supply, as well as betting-related offences, casting a shadow over the NRL season.
Jockey Jailed for Meth Trafficking in Queensland
Professional jockey Robert John Warren has been sentenced to jail in a Queensland court after being convicted of dealing and possessing the dangerous drug methamphetamine, also known as 'ice'.
Supreme Court Blocks Scotland's Gender Reform Bill
The UK Supreme Court has delivered a seismic ruling, rejecting Scotland's Gender Recognition Reform Bill. This article explores the constitutional clash, the implications for trans rights, and the fallout for devolution.
Trump DOJ Accused of Racial Bias in Tennessee Judge Picks
A bombshell report reveals the Trump-era Justice Department allegedly pressured a Tennessee court to favour white candidates over Hispanic applicants, sparking a major scandal.
Colorado Court Disqualifies Trump from 2024 Ballot
The Colorado Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump is disqualified from holding office and must be removed from the state's 2024 presidential ballot, citing the 14th Amendment's insurrection clause.
India's Supreme Court Orders Rabies Vaccine Overhaul After Death
In a landmark ruling, India's Supreme Court mandates a nationwide overhaul of rabies vaccine supply chains following the death of a 10-year-old boy. The decision calls for urgent government action to prevent future tragedies.
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.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump Request for DEI Records
The US Supreme Court has temporarily shielded diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) research from disclosure, denying a request from Donald Trump's legal team. The ruling highlights the Court's role in balancing presidential transparency with academic an