Tag: QLD
New plan 'could solve Murray-Darling water issues'
A new plan could potentially be the answer to the Murray-Darling river's ongoing water issues.[MORE]
Council considers ways to improve city intersection safety
Brisbane City Council officials have agreed to look at ways of improving safety at a busy inner city intersection.[MORE]
Two band members quit Wolfmother
The rumours of problems in Australian rock band Wolfmother camp have proven to be true, with the trio announcing that bass and keyboard player Chris Ross and drummer Myles Heskett have resigned, effective immediately.[MORE]
Boy recovers in NSW hospital after Jindabyne accident
A 12-year-old boy from the Gold Coast remains in a New South Wales hospital after he and four other students were injured while on a school trip to the Snowy Mountains.[MORE]
Vet staff to be tested again for Hendra virus
Staff from a veterinary clinic on Brisbane's bayside will begin a third round of testing for the deadly Hendra virus today. [MORE]
Rescue officer testifies at missing yacht trio inquest
The inquest into the disappearance of three men from a yacht sailing off north Queensland has heard evidence from the rescue officer who was the first person to board the catamaran.[MORE]
Police confirm body is that of missing bushwalker
Queensland Police say a body found in the Gold Coast hinterland is missing bushwalker Robert Young.[MORE]
High fuel prices keeping some farmers away from Ekka
High petrol prices are forcing some farmers to stay away from Brisbane's royal show.[MORE]
Too many children waiting longer for surgery: Robertson
The Health Minister says there are too many children waiting longer than they should for surgery in Queensland's public hospitals.[MORE]
Police fear Qld road toll will hit 200
Police fear this year's Queensland's road toll could reach 200 over the weekend. [MORE]
Woman accused of pet neglect appeals against seizure
A Queensland woman accused of neglecting more than 100 dogs is appealing against the RSPCA taking the dogs.[MORE]
Staff shortages force early discharge of mental health patients: Opposition
The Queensland Opposition says mental health patients are being discharged early from a major Brisbane hospital, because of staff shortages.[MORE]
Govt pressured to release child rape, murder report
The Queensland Opposition says the State Government should release a report into the circumstances leading up to the rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl.[MORE]
Hiring figures up as unemployment rate stays steady
New figures show sharper-than-expected increase in the number of people hired last month.[MORE]
Outrage over school's gambling classes
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There is outrage over students being taught how to place bets during maths classes. [MORE]
Body found in bushland in Gold Coast hinterland
A rescue helicopter crew have retrieved a body believed to that of missing bushwalker Robert Young.[MORE]
Accused Cairns baby killer granted bail
A woman charged with murdering a baby 12 years ago in Cairns has been granted bail.[MORE]
Rio Tinto Alcan moving R&D operations to Brisbane
Major aluminium producer, Rio Tinto Alcan, is moving its research and development operations to Brisbane, creating nearly 50 jobs.[MORE]
Optus urged to compensate Qld customers for network failure
Optus is being urged to compensate Qld customers for yesterday's network failure.[MORE]
No witnesses to man's fall from Gold Coast building
A report will be prepared for the Queensland Coroner on the death of a roofing contractor who fell from a Surfers Paradise apartment building yesterday afternoon.[MORE]
Franklin's shadow looms over Lions
Lions midfielder Justin Sherman says stopping in-form forward Lance Franklin will be a big part of his side's game plan going into Saturday's match against the Hawks.[MORE]
Broncos livid at NRL double standards
The Broncos say the NRL judiciary has sent a dangerous message to players after suspending Justin Hodges. [MORE]
Govt to consider taking land from illegal developments
Qld Minister Andrew McNamara says he's considering taking land from developers who illegally demolish historic buildings.[MORE]
Rescue crew to testify at missing yacht trio inquest
A coronial inquest into the disappearance of three Western Australian men from a catamaran off Townsville in north Queensland will hear evidence from the first rescue crew to board the yacht.[MORE]
Brisbane gears up for Ekka show fun
The gates to the Royal Queensland Show in Brisbane are open.[MORE]
