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A Maryborough teenager has been charged with preparing to cause harm and possessing extremist material. The boy is expected to face the Brisbane Childrens Court today.
The waitlists for home support aged care in Australia continue to claim lives, with many elderly individuals dying while waiting for crucial support. The system has been criticized for being broken and in need of reform.
Two new stick insect species have been discovered in Far North Queensland by a University of Sydney researcher. The discoveries were made in the coastal rainforests and tablelands of the region.
A man has been banned from Oz Comic-Con events after allegedly biting an artist at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on Sunday afternoon. The incident has been referred to police, with the man also banned from the venue.
A bulk carrier ship has run aground off the Port of Gladstone in central Queensland, prompting an investigation by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau. Recovery efforts are underway, but port operations have been impacted while attempts to refloat the vessel have so far failed.
Australia's seafood industry is under threat from widespread illegal fishing, with authorities cracking down on the black market trade. The illicit seafood trade involves both recreational and commercial anglers selling stolen seafood on the black market, often directly to restaurants, markets, and street vendors.
Brisbane's iconic Gabba cricket pitch is set to live on with a plan to preserve and install a wicket into the city's new Olympic stadium, but the premier has refused to reveal how much it will cost. The new wicket will use the same dimensions, clay base, soil and turf as the existing Gabba wicket.
Murder charges against Paul Younan in relation to the fatal shooting of Gold Coast man Omega Ruston have been dropped. The decision has left Omega's family feeling disappointed and angry, with concerns that justice may never be served.
Coorparoo Bowls Club has been saved from demolition and transformed into a vibrant community hub thanks to a $6 million deal with Griffin Hospitality Group. The club, which has been operating for 97 years, will undergo renovations and maintain its two bowling greens.
A Queensland man has been ordered to pay $3,500 in compensation to a legally blind woman he refused service to because of her guide dog. The tribunal ruling follows a video of the confrontation, which was secretly recorded by the woman using smart glasses.
A local resident has been championing home composting as a solution to the growing burden of organic waste in landfill, and is calling on others to join him in reducing their waste. With Queensland's latest waste strategy aiming to reduce residual waste by 65 per cent in the next decade, residents are being encouraged to take action.
Empty nesters are finding themselves stuck in large family homes due to the high cost of stamp duty, which can range from $30,000 to over $50,000 in some jurisdictions. The financial penalty is prompting calls for a rethink of the tax and for more housing diversity in suburbs.
Hot and dry weather is forecast for the start of the week across much of Queensland, with unusually high temperatures predicted in some parts of the state. The hot conditions have brought crowds to beaches along the Gold Coast and are expected to increase the risk of fires across the state.
A Cairns man has dedicated his life savings to helping local young people thrive through his innovative program, Fresh Start Academy. The program offers hands-on skills training in mechanics and has received $300,000 in funding to support at-risk youth.
In 2016, graziers Sarah Pearson and Lisa Alexander launched a social media campaign to showcase the town of Blackall, which had been struggling with empty stores and drought. The #BetterInBlackall project has since had a flow-on effect, inspiring community-led initiatives and sparking a town-wide transformation.
A music program designed to support women transitioning out of homelessness has helped participants rebuild their sense of identity and confidence. The 12-month pilot project, which involved 32 women and 20 children, used music and art to foster social connection and hope.
The rapid growth of electric vehicle sales in Australia has sparked calls for the country's waste management sector to prepare for the influx of waste from old EV fleets. Experts say the battery recycling industry must keep pace to handle the looming waste management challenge.
Rockhampton's Fitzroy River is set to host rowing events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, with a recent independent technical assessment giving the green light. The news has excited local rowers, including 18-year-old Ryan Hendrie, who hopes to represent Australia on the world stage.
Australia's first Indigenous ophthalmologist Kris Rallah-Baker has overcome significant obstacles to achieve his goal, including racism and self-doubt. He now runs a private practice in Noosa and provides outreach clinics to remote Indigenous communities.
A family of four, including two children, were rescued from a yacht stranded on a reef in the Whitsundays in a complex operation involving a rescue helicopter. The family was winched to safety one by one after their yacht struck Elizabeth Reef on Saturday morning.
A coronial inquest into the 1998 disappearance of Joanne Butterfield has heard that suicide is unlikely to be the explanation for her vanishing without a trace. The inquest was told that Ms Butterfield had been seen arguing with a local man, Concetto Tati, on several occasions before she disappeared.
Birdsville's historic courthouse has been transformed into a museum to showcase the outback town's rich history. The museum was officially opened recently, marking the end of 20 years of community work.
The owner of the Kin Kin Hotel in the Noosa hinterland has revealed plans to build a tourist park in the quaint village. The development has sparked concerns among some residents, who fear it could change the town's identity.
Rockhampton has been confirmed as the host of rowing events for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, despite initial concerns over the suitability of the Fitzroy River. The decision has sparked debate due to its status as a crocodile habitat.
Brisbane's annual arts and culture festival is underway, with a range of events and activities taking over South Bank. The festival's artistic director says some of the best is yet to come, with crowds pouring in for both free and ticketed events.
Changes to working holiday visa migration policy could threaten Australia's food security, with farmers warning of worker shortages and wasted crops. The overhaul of the Working Holiday Maker visa system has sparked concerns across the agricultural industry.
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.
A 44-year-old man has gone missing in the Greenvale area, prompting a police search operation and warnings to the public. Marcus Bismark, who is believed to be armed, was last seen walking along a rural highway on September 12.
A daring Tasmanian devil named Mary has returned to her public display enclosure at a Gold Coast wildlife park after spending months in recovery following her misadventure. Mary, a two-year-old escape artist, made headlines in June when she absconded from an enclosure at Paradise Country park with what staff described at the time as an "abnormally large leap".
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.
A Queensland coroner has found no need for an inquest into a shark attack that killed a 17-year-old girl north of Brisbane last year. Charlize Zmuda was swimming at Woorim Beach at Bribie Island on February 3, 2025, when she was attacked by a shark.
The International Olympic Committee has approved Rockhampton's Fitzroy River as the venue for rowing and canoe sprint events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, following months of debate and assessment. The decision has been hailed as a win for regional Queensland, with local leaders welcoming the opportunity for economic and community benefits.
Police in Manjimup, Western Australia, are handing out $20 vouchers to drivers who blow zero during breath tests in an effort to encourage safe driving during the footy finals season. The initiative, which will see 100 vouchers handed out throughout September, aims to recognise good driver behaviour and reduce the road toll.
A 29-year-old Queensland woman has died in a fall at a popular Indonesian tourist spot, and her family is seeking public assistance to bring her home. Brianna Cronin fell from a cliff at Kelingking Beach on Nusa Penida island, east of Bali, on Saturday.
Tens of thousands of dollars worth of beehives have been stolen from properties in Far North Queensland, leaving beekeepers reeling. The thefts have affected not only the beekeepers but also farmers who rely on pollination for crops.
A rare video of a humpback whale and its stillborn calf has provided a unique glimpse into the species' reaction to death. The footage shows a female whale interacting with its deceased calf, touching it with its head and fin, and lying still alongside the newborn's body.
A new report has found that fewer than 2 per cent of hotel rooms in three major Queensland cities are accessible, as the state prepares to host the 2032 Olympics and Paralympics. The report's findings have sparked concerns about the state's readiness to accommodate travellers with disabilities during the Games.
A ninth person has been charged with murder over the death of a 21-year-old man at a house party in Bahrs Scrub, Logan. The teenager, a 17-year-old Inala boy, was charged with murder alongside eight others aged between 17 and 19.