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.
Tourists at a far north Queensland resort got the shock of their lives when a 2.8-metre crocodile was discovered lurking in the swimming pool, sparking a dramatic wildlife rescue operation.
Health authorities issue urgent measles alert after confirmed cases across Queensland, including Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Public health warning as infectious disease spreads.
Shock as mysterious crocodile sighting reported in British river prompts major police response and public safety warnings in quiet UK town.
Derbyshire Police launch unusual Facebook investigation after metre-long crocodile discovered in local canal, leaving residents and officers baffled by its origins.
Wildlife warrior Robert Irwin opens up about his poignant last conversation with dad Steve Irwin, sharing emotional details about their final moments together in a touching new interview.
Steve Irwin's son Robert reveals his father's poignant last words in a touching social media post commemorating the 18th anniversary of the Crocodile Hunter's tragic death.
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.
Australia Zoo's beloved conservationist Robert Irwin shares poignant family reflection during Steve Irwin Day celebrations, revealing how he keeps his father's legacy alive through wildlife protection.
Traditional owners demand justice after wildlife officers remove a beloved 4.2-metre crocodile from Rinyirru National Park, claiming the animal was wrongly targeted and disrupting cultural heritage.
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.
Shocking footage emerges of a crocodile attack in Indonesia where a woman was violently dragged underwater while washing clothes in a river, sparking terror among local residents.
Crocodile Hunter's son Robert Irwin stuns audiences and judges on Dancing With The Stars Australia with heartfelt performance honouring his legendary father's legacy.
A 38-year-old woman miraculously survived a terrifying crocodile attack after being snatched from a river in Malaysia, with local fishermen launching a dramatic rescue operation.
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.
A British tourist has mysteriously disappeared during a hike near a crocodile-infested lake in South Africa's renowned Kruger National Park, sparking an urgent search operation and growing fears for his safety.
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.
A Mexican man miraculously survives a brutal crocodile attack while bathing in a river, fighting back against the predator in a terrifying struggle for survival.
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.
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.
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.
A 65-year-old woman has been killed in a brutal crocodile attack while fetching water from a river in Rajasthan, India. The incident has reignited fears over human-wildlife conflict in the region.
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.
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.
Wildlife warrior Robert Irwin reveals the most daring and dangerous stunt he's ever attempted, all in the name of impressing a crush. The son of the late Steve Irwin opens up in a candid new interview.
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.
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.
US influencer and self-styled 'Tarzan' Mike Holston is fighting deportation from Australia after immigration officials branded his dangerous crocodile wrestling videos 'unfathomably stupid' and a threat to public safety.
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.