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The Socceroos secured a stunning 1-0 victory over Brazil in an international friendly match in Townsville, thanks to a brilliant free kick from Irankunda. The match was marked by a number of crucial tackles and chances for both teams.
Chris Fagan's future as Brisbane Lions coach remains uncertain ahead of Saturday's AFL grand final against Fremantle. Fagan will make a decision on his future after the game, as speculation swirls about whether this could be his last match.
Tens of thousands of fans gathered at Melbourne Park for the AFL grand final parade, despite the threat of rain. The festive atmosphere was electric as Brisbane and Fremantle players interacted with the enthusiastic crowds.
A joint bid to bring an NRL team to Toowoomba and Rockhampton has gained support from a former North Queensland Cowboys mastermind. The Queensland Heartland Bid covers the Darling Downs and south-west Queensland and extends into central Queensland.
Thousands of Queensland child safety workers have gone on strike over stalled negotiations on pay and conditions with the state government. The industrial action comes as the Together Union claims that the government's inaction has left workers with no choice but to take drastic measures.
Residents and visitors to western Queensland are speaking out about the high cost of airfares to the region, with one local describing the prices as "unreasonable". The issue has sparked calls for airlines to justify their prices and for governments to take action.
An 84-year-old man has died in hospital after being found with life-threatening injuries in his home in Surat, a small town about 450km west of Brisbane. Police are treating the death as suspicious and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
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