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.
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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 measles outbreak: Urgent health warning issued
Health authorities issue urgent measles alert after confirmed cases across Queensland, including Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Public health warning as infectious disease spreads.
Australia's Energy Crisis: Blackout Warnings as Prices Soar
Australia faces an escalating energy emergency with blackout warnings across multiple states, soaring electricity prices, and urgent government intervention as the national grid struggles under extreme weather conditions.
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.
Woolworths worker's quick thinking saves customer in emergency
A Woolworths employee's heroic actions and rapid response averted potential disaster when a customer suffered a serious medical emergency in-store, showcasing remarkable presence of mind.
Missing boy Kealin Francisco, 12: Queensland police appeal
Urgent appeal for information as Queensland authorities and family grow increasingly concerned for 12-year-old Kealin Francisco's welfare after his disappearance from Maddison Kent.
Passenger dies on Amsterdam flight, emergency landing in Canada
A KLM flight from Amsterdam to Los Angeles made an emergency landing in Canada after a female passenger suffered a medical emergency and died, sparking an investigation into in-flight medical incidents.
Search for missing Qld hiker Tara Rawnsley intensifies
Police and emergency services intensify search operations for 31-year-old Tara Rawnsley, who vanished during a solo hike in challenging Queensland terrain near Jimna.
Australia's Fire Crisis: Queensland Battles Raging Infernos
Emergency services battle devastating bushfires across Queensland as Moreton Island faces catastrophic conditions, while Sydney reels from a shocking public shooting incident in Croydon Park.
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.
Brisbane CBD Evacuation After Chemical Scare
A major emergency response unfolded in Brisbane's CBD after a hazardous chemical leak at a CBD medical clinic. Hundreds were evacuated as specialist HAZMAT crews worked to contain the incident.
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.
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.
Hairdresser, 22, has all limbs amputated after sepsis
A young Wooloowin hairdresser's routine sore throat escalated into a life-threatening medical nightmare, resulting in a coma and the amputation of all her limbs. Her courageous story is a stark warning about sepsis.
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.
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.
Queensland's homeless crisis: Mass motel evictions exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Queensland's new social housing policy is leading to mass evictions of homeless families from emergency accommodation, sparking a severe humanitarian crisis.
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
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