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Queensland's south-east rail network is set to return to full service by the end of November after a long-running pay dispute between the state government and unions was resolved. The agreement will see 91 per cent of services restored from October 12, with all services expected to be back on track by the end of November.
An 18-year-old Queensland man has been charged with promoting violent extremist content on social media, targeting Muslims, Jews, and migrants. He faces 30 offences, including transmitting extremist material and possessing child abuse content.
Rescue helicopter services in central Queensland face an uncertain future as the state government seeks a single provider in Mackay and Rockhampton. The community-funded CQ Rescue and Capricorn Rescue services provide emergency care to a combined population of about 485,000.
A Blue Mountains woman who stabbed her two sons to death has been found not criminally responsible for their murders. The woman will now be detained in a location to be determined by the Mental Health Review Tribunal.
Adam Walton's dream to represent Australia in the Davis Cup is within reach, a far cry from his humble beginnings in Home Hill. The 27-year-old's journey to professional tennis has been anything but conventional.
Brisbane Broncos NRLW stars Romy Teitzel and Tamika Upton credit coach Scott Prince's passionate half-time address for their season turnaround. The defending premiers are set to host Newcastle in an elimination final on Saturday, riding a three-match winning streak.
Brisbane Lions young gun Logan Morris has re-signed with the club on a two-year deal, keeping him at the Lions until the end of 2029. The 21-year-old was one of the most sought-after players on the market next season.
Queensland parliament has passed new laws introducing harsher penalties for drug and drink driving offences, with fines of up to $5,699 and licence disqualifications of at least three months. The reforms aim to increase road safety and reflect the seriousness of offending.
Queensland's state parliament has passed the Circuit Breaker Sentencing bill, which will see up to 60 juvenile offenders diverted from detention to remote youth justice camps. The camps, set to be rolled out later this year, have been criticised by experts for putting youth at risk of harm or abuse.
Queensland communities may face increased difficulty in challenging new mining projects under proposed law changes. The Mineral Resources Objections Reform and Other Legislation Amendment Bill aims to restrict who can object to a mine and grant politicians greater control over whether objections are heard in court.
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