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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.

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.

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.

670-tonne Swedish church moved to escape sinking mine

In an unprecedented feat of engineering, a 130-year-old church in Kiruna, Sweden, is being painstakingly moved to a new location to save it from sinking into an expanding iron ore mine. The two-day operation involves transporting the colossal structure on

Queensland Corruption: 33% Witnessed It, 54% Silent

A damning report from Queensland's corruption watchdog reveals a deep-seated culture of silence, with 33% of public servants witnessing corruption and 54% failing to report it. Discover the alarming findings and the call for urgent reform.

Glencore's coal mine expansion threatens koalas

Plans to expand a Queensland coal mine by Glencore could devastate local koala populations, sparking outrage among conservationists. Experts warn of irreversible damage to the ecosystem.

Baby critical after Bilinga crash

A baby was rushed to hospital following a terrifying collision in Bilinga, Queensland, as emergency services battled to save the child. The shocking incident has left locals in disbelief.

Teen pleads guilty in case that changed QLD crime laws

A teenager has admitted to the murder of Vyleen White, a case that fuelled Queensland's controversial 'adult crime, adult time' legislation. The plea marks a pivotal moment in a high-profile legal battle.

Man shot dead by police in Townsville

A man has been shot dead by police in Townsville's The Strand after an alleged confrontation. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Three teens killed in Queensland crash

Three teenagers have died in a devastating car crash in Queensland, with authorities launching a thorough investigation into the incident.

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