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Petero not taking Origin for granted - Thu, 17 May 2012 14:31:50
Petero Civoniceva humbly accepts that Wednesday's opening State of Origin match could be his last appearance for the Maroons.
Ill Shillington returns to training - Thu, 17 May 2012 12:26:16
Prop Dave Shillington has trained with Queensland squad after sitting out Wednesday's session in Melbourne while battling a virus.
Councils urged to help save koalas - Thu, 17 May 2012 10:13:21
A Queensland wildlife scientist says councils cannot expect the State Government to be solely responsible for koala conservation.
Survey reveals milk price war hurting farm confidence - Thu, 17 May 2012 09:33:31
The Queensland Dairyfarmers' Organisation (QDO) says unless governments act to end the milk price war, consumers will end up paying more in the long-term.
Qld's new Parliament gets down to business - Thu, 17 May 2012 06:43:01
Premier Campbell Newman has made his maiden speech to Queensland Parliament.
Berisha, Hanbo grind it out - Wed, 16 May 2012 21:34:40
Beijing's Li Hanbo is pressured by the defence of Roar striker Besart Berisha during the Asian Champions League match between the Brisbane Roar and Beijing Guoan at Lang Park on May 16, 2012.
Roar finish Asian tilt without win - Wed, 16 May 2012 21:28:48
Brisbane's maiden Asian Champions League campaign ended in winless fashion after a 1-1 draw with Beijing Guoan at Lang Park.
Judge rejects applications over girls in hiding - Wed, 16 May 2012 16:07:05
A Family Court judge has refused to hear applications aimed at keeping four girls with their mother in Queensland.
Protesters accuse Campbell Newman of squatting on Aboriginal land - Wed, 16 May 2012 12:07:48
Tent embassy activists take protest to streets - Wed, 16 May 2012 11:57:15
Aboriginal activists have rallied at Queensland's Parliament and Brisbane's police watchhouse in support of about 30 people arrested at today's closure of a tent embassy in the city.
Returning Cooper ready to rumble - Wed, 16 May 2012 11:47:20
Quade Cooper says a lack of confidence will not be an issue when he makes his long-awaited return from a knee injury for Queensland against the Lions.
Aboriginal protesters demand to see Premier - Wed, 16 May 2012 11:09:43
Aboriginal leader Sam Watson says protesters will march to the QLD Parliament House and demand to see the Premier.
Government to review Brisbane's cross-river rail project - Wed, 16 May 2012 10:49:50
The Queensland Government has ordered a review of the previous Labor government's cross-river rail project in Brisbane.
Police, protesters face off in Musgrave Park - Wed, 16 May 2012 10:35:35
Police at Musgrave Park - Wed, 16 May 2012 10:25:59
Real estate agents face second ombudsman audit - Wed, 16 May 2012 10:24:57
The Fair Work Ombudsman is continuing its investigation of Queensland's real estate industry.
Police break up Brisbane tent embassy protest (Photo: Twitter/DokterW) - Wed, 16 May 2012 08:54:04
Protesters at an Aboriginal tent embassy in Brisbane's Musgrave Park have been moved on after being forced out by police.
Qld councils poll criticised as lacking resources - Wed, 16 May 2012 08:51:50
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) says the state's Electoral Commission did not allocate enough resources to last month's council polls.
Governor opens new Qld Parliament - Wed, 16 May 2012 06:52:30
Queensland Governor Penny Wensley has officially opened the first sitting of the state's 54th Parliament.
Police break up Brisbane tent embassy protest - Wed, 16 May 2012 05:37:57
Hundreds of police have broken up an Aboriginal tent embassy in Brisbane, escorting and sometimes dragging away about 80 protesters from their makeshift camp in Musgrave Park.
ABC Learning moved to stop acquisitions, court told - Tue, 15 May 2012 17:10:24
The former chairwoman of ABC Learning has told a Brisbane court the company board moved to halt the buying of new childcare centres because they were going too far, too fast.
Gillett struggled to keep Origin secret - Tue, 15 May 2012 16:25:46
Rookie Matt Gillett had to make his parents promise to keep his State of Origin selection a secret after telling them on Sunday.
Matt Gillett selected for Origi - Tue, 15 May 2012 16:09:06
Bogaine Spearim at the Aboriginal tent embassy - Tue, 15 May 2012 13:59:33
Activists camp out at Brisbane tent embassy - Tue, 15 May 2012 12:56:28
Maroons confident of winning without Locky - Tue, 15 May 2012 11:02:37
The Maroons are confident they have the experience and depth to compensate for the absence of retired great Darren Lockyer.
ABC newsmen honoured at US memorial - Tue, 15 May 2012 08:06:35
ABC journalist Paul Lockyer and cameraman John Bean, who died in a helicopter crash last year, have been honoured at a memorial in Washington DC.
Form flaw threatens NAPLAN test accuracy, union says - Tue, 15 May 2012 07:42:41
The Queensland Teachers Union (QTU) says it has found another serious flaw with the National Assessment Program Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) tests being conducted in schools this week.
MPs sworn in to new Qld Parliament - Tue, 15 May 2012 06:42:54
Queensland's 89 MPs have been officially sworn in at Parliament House in Brisbane.
Fifty-one MPs are new members who are familiarising themselves with the procedures of the House, including Premier Campbell Newman.
Mr Newman will not give his maiden speech until Thursday, when the normal business of Parliament like Question Time begins.
Firebirds dominate Tactix - Mon, 14 May 2012 22:21:36
Queensland Firebirds claimed back-to-back victories for the first time in their trans-Tasman netball title defence, defeating Canterbury Tactix 64-48 in Brisbane.
Tate back in Maroon - Mon, 14 May 2012 18:42:33
Brent Tate has earned a State of Origin recall after being named on the wing for Queensland to meet New South Wales for game one in Melbourne next week.
Albert The Fat heads Stradbroke weights - Mon, 14 May 2012 14:05:57
Emirates Stakes winner Albert The Fat heads the weights for the $1 million Stradbroke Handicap next month.
Qantas rejects need for consultations on shutdown - Mon, 14 May 2012 12:12:39
Qantas has rejected claims plans to close heavy maintenance operations in Melbourne or Brisbane will violate its own safety management procedures.
Markets rejects Gladstone fish shipment - Mon, 14 May 2012 12:03:28
A Brisbane market has rejected a shipment of fish from Gladstone in central Queensland, amid fears of disease.
Former ABC Learning executive's trial begins - Mon, 14 May 2012 11:54:41
The trial of former ABC Learning director Martin Kemp has begun in the District Court in Brisbane.
Kemp has pleaded not guilty to two charges under the Corporations Act.
It followed an investigation by ASIC into the collapse of former Queensland-based childcare giant in late 2008.
Gillard discusses Afghan commitment - Mon, 14 May 2012 08:34:12
Prime Minister Julia Gillard has discusses on radio changes to Australia's military role in Afghanistan.
Flying fox kill permits 'a last resort' - Mon, 14 May 2012 08:10:32
The Queensland Government is set to overhaul rules to allow some farmers to kill flying foxes, but it says permits will only be issued to farmers as a last resort.
Gillett set for Origin debut - Sun, 13 May 2012 19:41:47
Two years after his NRL debut, Matt Gillett is set to become the 50th Brisbane Broncos player to pull on a Queensland jumper.
Reds celebrate Genia try - Sun, 13 May 2012 18:25:18
Reds fire to topple Chiefs - Sun, 13 May 2012 18:12:14
Defending champions the Reds kept their Super Rugby finals flame flickering with an emphatic 42-27 victory over the ladder-leading Chiefs.
Halloran signs on at the Roar - Sun, 13 May 2012 12:49:25
Boom youngster Ben Halloran has signed a three-year deal with defending A-League champions Brisbane Roar.
Thousands rally nationwide for same-sex marriage - Sat, 12 May 2012 20:44:22
High-profile politicians and entertainers have joined thousands of people rallying across the country in support of same-sex marriage.
Sea Eagles deny Broncos in thriller - Fri, 11 May 2012 20:54:02
David Williams' 80th minute try gave Manly a 24-22 victory at Lang Park over Brisbane, who were left to rue Corey Parker's errant kicking.
Broncos lose Hodges for Manly clash - Fri, 11 May 2012 18:35:29
Brisbane's star centre Justin Hodges has been a late withdrawal from the Broncos' line-up to face Manly at Lang Park this evening.
McDermott quits as pace bowling coach - Fri, 11 May 2012 14:08:04
Craig McDermott has resigned as Australia's pace bowling coach, citing the demands of upcoming cricket tours as a reason for his decision.
Nuttall yet to pay Parliament contempt fine - Fri, 11 May 2012 12:09:08
Disgraced former state government Labor minister Gordon Nuttall is yet to pay a fine imposed for contempt of Queensland's Parliament as the deadline looms.
Ipswich addict loses jail sentence appeal - Fri, 11 May 2012 11:27:48
An addict from Ipswich, west of Brisbane, who pleaded guilty to almost 30 counts of supplying a dangerous drug, has lost an appeal against his jail sentence.
The Bell Lap - Fri, 11 May 2012 11:26:27
Sprinter Isaac Ntiamoah spoke to Luke Pentony as part of the latest edition of The Bell Lap.
Qld's new Catholic Archbishop begins new role - Fri, 11 May 2012 11:24:01
The new head of Queensland's Catholic Church has been officially received in Brisbane, with leaders in politics and the law joining a large crowd for a special mass.
Reds boosted by unchanged backline - Fri, 11 May 2012 09:38:54
The Reds named an unchanged backline for the first time since round three ahead of Sunday's clash with the Chiefs.
Fares to rise despite SEQ commuters making fewer trips - Fri, 11 May 2012 08:15:09
The Queensland Government says it cannot afford to scrap a planned 7.5 per cent hike in public transport fares for the state's south-east.
Hundreds gather for Baden-Clay funeral - Fri, 11 May 2012 05:57:13
A funeral service has been held for Brisbane mother of three Allison Baden-Clay at St Paul's Anglican church at Ipswich, as police continue a murder investigation into her death.
Lucas looms as Wallabies bolter - Thu, 10 May 2012 19:22:50
After years of being the next in line, Reds utility Ben Lucas is closer than ever to his Wallabies Test debut.
Foran to miss Broncos game - Thu, 10 May 2012 14:57:31
Manly five-eighth Kieran Foran will miss tomorrow night's NRL match against Brisbane after failing to recover from a hamstring injury.
Boy fronts court over alleged attempted murder - Thu, 10 May 2012 12:07:44
A teenage boy has appeared in court charged over a schoolyard stabbing at Caboolture, north of Brisbane.
Hodges in doubt for Manly clash - Thu, 10 May 2012 11:34:38
Brisbane centre Justin Hodges is in doubt for Friday's clash with NRL premiers Manly at Lang Park after suffering a foot injury at training.
Government to review knives at school laws - Thu, 10 May 2012 11:33:28
Queensland Education Minister John-Paul Langbroek says schools need a zero tolerance approach to students carrying knives after yesterday's stabbing at a Catholic school at Caboolture, north of Brisbane.
Study gets a line on fishing numbers - Thu, 10 May 2012 08:17:44
A new study has shown more than 700,000 Queenslanders are keen fishers, with Mackay in the state's north having the highest participation rate.
Murder accused fronts court over wife's death - Thu, 10 May 2012 07:11:21
A 53-year-old man has appeared in the Brisbane Magistrates Court charged with his wife's murder.
Brisbane businessman named new Gold Coast Games chairman - Thu, 10 May 2012 06:32:14
Queensland Premier Campbell Newman announced a new board for the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games yesterday, but questions remain over the bid chairman's sacking.
Supermarket pressure blamed for road deaths - Thu, 10 May 2012 06:13:09
Coles has rejected claims from one of Australia's biggest unions that policies of the big supermarket chains are contributing to the annual road toll.
Relaxed Genia ready to fire Reds - Wed, 9 May 2012 18:21:15
Reds scrum half Will Genia feels he is relaxed and "in a good place" after underestimating the toll that contract negotiations took on him.
Buffering's hopes slump after BTC Cup draw - Wed, 9 May 2012 16:10:04
Rob Heathcote's hopes of a Group One win on home soil took a dive after Buffering drew poorly for the BTC Cup at Doomben.
Teen girl stabbed in school assault - Wed, 9 May 2012 08:28:58
Police are questioning a teenage boy after a girl was stabbed at a high school in Caboolture north of Brisbane this morning.
A 14-year-old girl was stabbed at St Columban's College in Duncan Street at Caboolture about 7:30am (AEST).
She has been taken to the Royal Brisbane Hospital with non-life threatening wounds to her head, neck and back.
Budget 'bad for business' in Qld - Wed, 9 May 2012 08:17:59
Two leading Queensland organisations say the Federal Budget has neglected the struggling business sector.
Queensland 'misses out' in Federal Budget - Wed, 9 May 2012 06:44:49
Treasurer Tim Nicholls says Queensland has fared badly in the first Federal Budget since the change to a LNP Government in the state.
Mr Nicholls says Queensland has missed out in areas like infrastructure and road funding.
"There's a lot of pain with not much gain for Queensland in this budget," Mr Nicholls said.
Bennett rates Civoniceva among game's greatest - Tue, 8 May 2012 21:27:37
Petero Civoniceva's long-time coach Wayne Bennett says the record-breaking prop will leave the game at the end of the season without a single enemy.
Broncos let Gagai go - Tue, 8 May 2012 18:12:59
Brisbane has made the tough call to release young talent Dane Gagai less than two months after re-signing him until 2014.
Petero calls it a day - Tue, 8 May 2012 12:47:48
Record-breaking forward Petero Civoniceva has announced he'll retire from rugby league at the end of the season.
Civoniceva breaks tackles - Tue, 8 May 2012 12:46:09
Petero Civoniceva of the Brisbane Broncos attempts to break through the defence during the round seven match against the Canberra Raiders on April 13, 2012 in Brisbane.
Union pushes for paramedic pay rise - Tue, 8 May 2012 11:09:33
Ambulance officers will start talks with the Queensland Government next week on their enterprise bargaining log of claims.
Newman tight-lipped over dropping Games chairman Stockwell - Tue, 8 May 2012 08:40:21
Premier Campbell Newman will not say why the chairman of the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games committee, Mark Stockwell, has been sacked.
Labor hid cost to fix health payroll bungle: Springborg - Tue, 8 May 2012 08:11:24
The State Government has accused Labor of deliberately hiding the cost of fixing Queensland Health's flawed payroll system.
The former Bligh Labor government introduced the bungled system two years ago, causing chaos for thousands of staff who were unpaid, overpaid or not paid at all.
The new LNP State Government says the cost of fixing the system has now soared to $412 million and rising.
Friends recover diver's body despite shark threat - Tue, 8 May 2012 05:43:20
Rescuers called to a drowning in Moreton Bay off Brisbane say the victim's friends performed one of the bravest acts of courage they have encountered.
Reds need tries galore to make Super finals - Mon, 7 May 2012 17:45:21
Queensland must string more tries together to make a charge for the Super Rugby finals, according to the Reds' Anthony Faingaa.
Minister to explain Stockwell Games axing - Mon, 7 May 2012 11:52:50
A list of nominees for the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Board is due to go to Queensland Cabinet tomorrow.
Qld Government launches power prices review - Mon, 7 May 2012 09:05:31
The Queensland Government has ordered a review power prices, which have increased by about 60 per cent in the last few years.
Thousands march on Labour Day across Qld - Mon, 7 May 2012 07:10:23
Thousands have turned out for Labour Day marches in Queensland, the first since 1998 under a non-Labor state government.
Reds fall to Crusaders - Sun, 6 May 2012 15:40:43
Queensland was sunk by two late Tom Taylor penalty goals which saw the Crusaders win 15-11 in a titanic clash in Christchurch.
Warriors mow down Broncos - Sat, 5 May 2012 19:23:23
The Warriors fended off a first-half comeback from the Broncos to win 30-20 in a topsy-turvy clash in Auckland on Saturday night.
The Warriors celebrate a try - Sat, 5 May 2012 19:10:10
City council warns of carbon tax rate hike - Sat, 5 May 2012 05:59:39
Ratepayers in the largest city council in Australia have been warned that rates will rise as a result of the carbon tax.
Post-flood renovators at risk of lead poisoning - Sat, 5 May 2012 00:01:01
A rush to renovate homes after the Queensland floods may have exposed people to harmful amounts of lead.
Newman hands new powers to Brisbane Council - Fri, 4 May 2012 17:42:46
Queensland Premier Campbell Newman is giving new powers to the Brisbane City Council to control a number of parks and major precincts.
New naval base touted for Brisbane - Fri, 4 May 2012 08:35:51
Authorities at the Port of Brisbane have confirmed they have been involved in high-level talks about a new naval base in the city.
Groves gets passport back - Fri, 4 May 2012 06:54:16
Brisbane's Supreme Court yesterday gave the founder of ABC Learning Centres, Eddy Groves, his passport back after changes to his bail conditions.
Manager plays down Paartalu shift talk - Thu, 3 May 2012 16:37:22
Erik Paartalu will be a key part of Brisbane's shot at an A-League three-peat despite talk his contract will allow him to follow former coach Ange Postecoglou.
Reds galvanised by Genia decision - Thu, 3 May 2012 12:25:15
The Reds say Will Genia's decision to stay at Ballymore has "united" the players, as they continue their Super Rugby title defence.
Bus doesn't quite make it - Thu, 3 May 2012 11:39:17
A bus sits stranded between land and the ferry it was trying to board at Stradbroke Island off the coast of Brisbane, April 29, 2012.
Broich holds off FC Tokyo - Thu, 3 May 2012 08:22:02
Three children in car during 200kph highway chase - Thu, 3 May 2012 08:04:48
Police say a car that reached speeds of more than 200 kilometres per hour during a chase in northern New South Wales had three children in the back seat.
Roar crashes but Reds progress - Thu, 3 May 2012 06:22:43
FC Tokyo has beaten Brisbane Roar 4-2 in the Asian Champions League, but the news is better for Adelaide United.
Roar suffer early Asian exit - Wed, 2 May 2012 22:20:01
Brisbane's Asian Champions League campaign is over after the A-League champions fell 4-2 to FC Tokyo on Wednesday night.
Rabbitohs poach Te'o from Brisbane - Wed, 2 May 2012 15:22:54
Broncos second rower Ben Te'o will return to Sydney to join the Rabbitohs on a three-year deal from 2013.
Lynagh released from hospital after stroke - Wed, 2 May 2012 14:38:54
Wallabies great Michael Lynagh has been released from hospital after suffering a stroke last month.
Michael Lynagh speaks during a press conference - Wed, 2 May 2012 13:01:31
Wallabies great Michael Lynagh speaks during a press conference at the Royal Brisbane hospital on May 2, 2012, after he was released from hospital after suffering a stroke two weeks ago.
Couple jailed over more than $340,000 fraud - Wed, 2 May 2012 12:10:59
A Brisbane couple has been jailed for fraud after they took advantage of a credit card banking error.
Cost to fix health payroll could double: Springborg - Wed, 2 May 2012 11:56:59
Health Minister Lawrence Springborg says the cost of fixing the department's payroll system could be more than double what the previous government predicted.
Katter party too late for big hat country poll - Wed, 2 May 2012 11:55:51
A planned bid by Bob Katter's Australian Party to establish a third political power in the Northern Territory has been put on ice.
Released Lynagh suffering partial blindness - Wed, 2 May 2012 11:52:09
Wallabies great Michael Lynagh says he is yet to regain all his eye sight since suffering a stroke last month.
Authorities scale back search at suspected murder site - Wed, 2 May 2012 11:33:51
Police are still looking for evidence in the suspected murder of Brisbane woman Allison Baden-Clay, but part of the search operation has been scaled back.
A smaller number of police and SES volunteers have returned to Kholo Creek at Anstead in Brisbane's outer-west.
They are searching for anything that will help unlock the mystery surrounding the discovery of Ms Baden-Clay's body on Monday morning.
Gotterson sworn in as Supreme Court judge - Wed, 2 May 2012 11:09:46
The newest judicial appointment to the Supreme Court of Queensland, Robert Gotterson QC, has been sworn in at a ceremony in Brisbane.
ECQ to blame for poor council vote: LGAQ - Wed, 2 May 2012 11:06:09
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) says the state's Electoral Commission is to blame for the poor showing of voters at the council elections.
Government to ditch part-time trade representatives - Wed, 2 May 2012 10:17:35
The Queensland Government says it will not renew the contracts of five part-time trade representatives.
Dick elected as Brisbane Labor leader - Wed, 2 May 2012 08:44:59
Former ALP state secretary Milton Dick was unanimously elected yesterday as the Brisbane City Council's new opposition leader.
Country racing bodies welcome Qld industry review - Wed, 2 May 2012 07:32:41
Racing bodies in regional Queensland have welcomed State Government plans for an industry shake-up.
Search continues for clues into Brisbane woman's death - Wed, 2 May 2012 06:36:20
Detectives say it is too early to confirm how Brisbane mother of three Allison Baden-Clay died, as authorities continue to look for clues where her body was found.
Police confirmed yesterday a body found under the Kholo Creek bridge at Anstead, 10 kilometres from her Brookfield home on Brisbane's westside, was that of Ms Baden-Clay.
Water police will return to the area again today, hoping to find something new to explain Ms Baden-Clay's disappearance and death.
Police confirm body is missing Brisbane woman - Tue, 1 May 2012 17:04:31
Police have confirmed a body found on Monday in Brisbane's outer west is that of Brookfield woman Allison Baden-Clay.
The body was discovered by a canoeist on the muddy banks of Kholo Creek at Anstead, 10 kilometres from the Baden-Clay family home at Brookfield.
Lynagh set to leave hospital - Tue, 1 May 2012 17:01:00
Wallaby legend Michael Lynagh will be released from hospital in Brisbane tomorrow, just over two weeks after suffering a stroke.
Barnett warns states could force GST solution - Tue, 1 May 2012 16:31:35
The West Australian Premier Colin Barnett has warned that W.A. could join other states to force a GST solution on the Commonwealth.
Minister orders probe into ballot paper shortage reports - Tue, 1 May 2012 11:49:02
Local Government Minister David Crisafulli is investigating reports some electoral booths ran out of ballot papers on the weekend during Queensland's council elections.
'Voter fatigue' blamed for low council election turnout - Tue, 1 May 2012 10:40:59
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) says it is disappointed by the low voter turnout at last weekend's council elections.
Police yet to confirm identity of woman's body - Tue, 1 May 2012 10:23:41
Police and SES volunteers are continuing to look for clues after the discovery of a woman's body under Kholo Creek Bridge in Brisbane's west.
Police say there is little doubt that the body is that of missing Brisbane mother of three Allison Baden-Clay and formal identification could be completed today.
Detectives say the case is being treated as a murder investigation.
Hunt on for paw paw disease - Tue, 1 May 2012 08:38:30
Biosecurity Queensland is checking properties in south-east Queensland for signs of a paw paw disease.
Clive Palmer talks to ABC Radio: Part 1 - Tue, 1 May 2012 08:33:45
In part one of his interview with ABC 612's Steve Austin, mining magnate Clive Palmer talks family, business and owning the naming rights to Titanic II.
Interview with Clive Palmer - Tue, 1 May 2012 08:33:45
Mining magnate Clive Palmer has talked about his life while being interviewed on ABC Radio.
Disabled man rescued from house fire - Tue, 1 May 2012 07:52:08
Neighbours have rescued a disabled man from his burning home at Petrie, north of Brisbane.
Threatened koalas listing creates unnecessary 'green tape' - Tue, 1 May 2012 07:47:13
The Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) says the listing of koalas as a threatened species in Queensland will create unnecessary delays for developers.
Body found in missing person search - Tue, 1 May 2012 07:40:25
Queensland police have confirmed they have found a body in the search for missing Brisbane woman Allison Baden-Clay.
CMC asks former judge to examine doctor malpractice claims - Tue, 1 May 2012 07:32:41
The Crime and Misconduct Commission (CMC) has engaged a retired Queensland judge to examine claims that medical regulators are allowing unsafe doctors to kill and harm patients.
Government to fund disability insurance scheme - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:14:37
Disability advocates have hailed Prime Minister Julia Gillard's announcement that the Government will "do its part" and help fund the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Genia regrets letting down Pocock - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:18:26
Will Genia admits his decision to stay with the Reds over a move to Perth could place strain on his relationship with Force flanker and Wallabies team-mate David Pocock.
Government to press on with council de-amalgamation offer - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:38:48
The Queensland Government says it will push ahead with a review of options for councils wishing to undo forced amalgamations.
Will Genia on staying with Reds - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 12:07:36
Will Genia explains why he rejected a pay rise with the Western Force to sign a new three-year deal with the Queensland Reds.
Palmer to challenge for Swan's seat - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:41:46
Mining magnate Clive Palmer reveals plans to run against Wayne Swan for federal parliament on the same day he announces a deal to build a replica of the doomed Titanic.
TV chef Golinski back home after fatal fire - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:32:39
TV chef Matt Golinski has returned home to Queensland's Sunshine Coast, four months after the Boxing Day fire that killed his wife and three children.
Business confidence soars in Qld after election - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 07:23:25
The latest survey by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland (CCIQ) shows business confidence in the state has increased by over 10 per cent, which is the highest level since the global financial crisis.
Labor to blame for bikie violence: Newman - Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:53:36
Queensland Premier Campbell Newman says previous Labor state governments are to blame for the recent surge in bikie-related violence.
Vixens stage comeback win over Firebirds - Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:15:26
The Melbourne Vixens have pulled off a remarkable comeback for the second week in a row to down the Queensland Firebirds 52-51 in Melbourne.
Howarth in form for the Vixens - Sun, 29 Apr 2012 19:10:15
Blame game begins after ALP poll 'disaster' - Sun, 29 Apr 2012 06:12:30
A senior Brisbane Labor figure calls for the heads of several party officials in the wake of Labor's poor showing in the council election.
Retired Labor councillor David Hinchliffe says the outlook for the party is bleak.
Mr Hinchliffe has called for the resignation of ALP state secretary Anthony Chisholm and is urging several administrative committee members, including Bill Ludwig, to quit.
Police say bikie violence worst Queensland has seen - Sun, 29 Apr 2012 00:25:40
Police Commissioner Bob Atkinson says the current wave of violence linked to motorcycle gangs is the worst Queensland has ever seen.
On Saturday afternoon terrified shoppers ran for cover when two people were shot at the busy Robina Town Centre shopping centre.
Police have confirmed the injured man had links to an outlaw motorcycle gang, but they believe the woman was an innocent bystander.
Cats slip and slide past Lions - Sat, 28 Apr 2012 22:42:10
Geelong rained on Simon Black's 300th game, cruising to a comfortable 38-point win over the Lions in abysmal conditions at the Gabba.
Cats and Lions battle the elements - Sat, 28 Apr 2012 21:22:51
Quirk triumphs in Brisbane mayoral election - Sat, 28 Apr 2012 21:06:06
The Liberal National Party's Graham Quirk will be returned as Brisbane's mayor after a convincing win in the council election over Labor candidate Ray Smith.
But elsewhere in Queensland the council elections signalled big change, with about 35 new mayors elected across the state.
Genia agrees terms with Force - Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:02:25
Reds half-back Will Genia has agreed to terms to join Western Force from the end of this season.
Shake-up expected in Queensland council elections - Sat, 28 Apr 2012 05:53:50
Today's local government elections are expected to deliver broad-scale change in many areas of Queensland.
Broncos crush Titans in derby - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:32:56
Brisbane extended Gold Coast's miserable start to the season with a crushing 26-6 win over its local rival at a rain-soaked Lang Park on Friday night.
The Broncos celebrate in the derby - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:29:59
Genia guides Reds past Blues - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 19:18:34
Queensland scrum half Will Genia pulled the strings as his side beat the Blues 23-11 for the Reds' first-ever win at Eden Park.
Flood heads new wave of paddlers for London - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:33:04
Former Australian and world ironwoman champion Naomi Flood is among the new faces of the Australian canoeing and kayak sprint team to compete at the London Olympics.
Springborg offers to listen to whistleblower concerns - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:09:39
Health Minister Lawrence Springborg said yesterday a former Queensland Medical Board (QMB) investigator could raise her concerns about alleged doctor malpractice with him.
Colleagues gather to remember workplace deaths - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:05:25
There has been a large rally in Brisbane's CBD to highlight the number of workplace deaths in Queensland's construction industry.
Voters gear up for council elections across Qld - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 12:24:59
Residents in Queensland's 73 councils go to the polls on Saturday, but many have already cast postal votes.
Mannequin set up to help find missing woman - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 08:21:03
Police hope a mannequin will help bring a breakthrough in the search for missing Brisbane woman Allison Baden-Clay.
Woman remains missing in Qld - Fri, 27 Apr 2012 06:04:39
Brisbane police are using a mannequin to try and find missing woman Allison Clay.
Idris ready to hurt Broncos - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:40:38
Gold Coast coach John Cartwright says Jamal Idris is ready to inflict 80 minutes of pain on Brisbane in Friday night's derby at Lang Park.
Ioane returns in centres - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 13:07:25
Wallaby winger Digby Ioane will return from suspension at outside centre for the Queensland Reds against the Blues in Auckland on Friday night.
Woman jailed over $26,000 fraud - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:30:17
A Brisbane judge has jailed a woman whose gambling addiction led to the loss of her husband's property.
Quirk releases Brisbane council costings in re-election bid - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:18:53
Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk says rates will not rise by more than 5 per cent if he wins Saturday's council election for the Liberal National Party (LNP).
Party endorses Rob Katter as Qld leader - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:12:08
Mount Isa MP Rob Katter has been endorsed as the Queensland leader of Katter's Australian Party.
Postecoglou takes on Victory challenge - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:06:03
New coach Ange Postecoglou says he welcomes the task of rebuilding A-League heavyweights Melbourne Victory.
Whistleblower urged to cooperate with doctors' probe - Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:03:41
The whistleblower claiming patients are being harmed and killed by unsafe doctors in Queensland hospitals has been urged to cooperate with the Crime and Misconduct Commission (CMC) investigation.
Broncos do homework on Titans rookie - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:46:19
Brisbane coach Anthony Griffin admits he has crammed up on Gold Coast rookie five-eighth Aidan Sezer ahead of Friday night's derby at Lang Park.
Union vows action over LNP public sector revamp - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:38:39
Queensland's public servants will take industrial action next week to highlight concerns over forced redundancies.
Vidosic promoted to Roar top job - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:57:24
Rado Vidosic has been promoted to head coach of the Brisbane Roar, replacing master mentor Ange Postecoglou.
Thousands turn out for Brisbane's Anzac Day parade - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 10:40:16
Thousands have cheered on veterans of wars past and present as the Anzac Day march wound through Brisbane's CBD.
Choir at Brisbane dawn service - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:52:07
A choir sings at the ANZAC Day dawn service at the Cenotaph in Brisbane on April 25, 2012.
Queenslanders remembers the fallen - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:44:18
Thousands of people have attended the dawn service at Brisbane's Anzac Square.
Police step up search for missing woman - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 07:42:26
Police are continuing investigations into the disappearance of 43-year-old Allison Baden-Clay from Brisbane's west.
Solemn silence as thousands honour Anzacs in Qld - Wed, 25 Apr 2012 05:52:17
Thousands of people have gathered for a solemn and moving dawn service in Brisbane's CBD this morning for Anzac Day.
Yow Yeh goes under the knife - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:21:46
Brisbane coach Anthony Griffin has praised injured winger Jharal Yow Yeh for his mental resolve before finally undergoing surgery on his broken leg.
Broich questions Glory's sportsmanship - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:45:58
Sick of the fallout from Brisbane's controversial A-League grand final win, Roar playmaker Thomas Broich has turned the tables by questioning the "whinging" Perth Glory's sportsmanship.
Cummins aims for England return - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:42:52
Pat Cummins will spend six weeks tuning up at Brisbane's Centre of Excellence in the hope of joining the upcoming one-day tour of England.
TV figures back second Brisbane NRL team - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:55:49
The Bombers bid team says that a solo Brisbane NRL side is handing AFL and Super Rugby a free kick on TV.
Postecoglou walks away from Roar - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:05:07
Ange Postecoglou, the mastermind behind Brisbane Roar's historic back-to-back A-League championships, has quit the club.
Fans line mall to cheer Roar - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 15:01:10
Brisbane Roar players have been treated to a victory parade in the city's CBD to mark their back-to-back A-League titles.
Social media raises interest in Anzac Day - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:34:56
The RSL says social media is renewing interest in the Anzac legend.
'Troop train' journey bound for Charleville - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:24:40
A group of Brisbane-based defence personnel is preparing for a journey through south-west Queensland on a train dubbed "the troop train".
Parade through Brisbane for Roar - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:06:52
LtoR Brisbane Roar captain Matthew Smith and coach Ange Postecoglou hold the A-League trophy during a ticker tape parade through central Brisbane on April 24, 2012. The Roar defeated Perth Glory 2-1 in the A-League Grand Final on April 22.
Qld Cabinet approves changing lying to Parliament laws - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:34:39
The State Government is to consult Queenslanders about a possible seven year jail term for people who knowingly lie to parliament or a parliamentary committee.
Candidates step up pledges ahead of council poll - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:28:16
The election promises are trickling through ahead of Saturday's local government poll.
Teen gets reduced sentence over Saunders assault - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:15:37
A teenager who was jailed over a fatal assault at Logan, south of Brisbane, has lost an appeal against his manslaughter conviction, but will have his sentence for assault reduced.
Government freezes Qld electricity prices - Tue, 24 Apr 2012 07:55:11
Premier Campbell Newman says average households will save about $120 a year thanks to a Queensland Government freeze on electricity prices.
Gillett won't hear it from Pantelidis - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:23:05
Perth's Steve Pantelidis shows his frustration as he questions referee Jarred Gillett over his decision to award the Roar with a penalty shot during the 2012 A-League grand final at Lang Park on April 22, 2012.
Yow Yeh set for ankle surgery - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:48:47
Young Brisbane winger Jharal Yow Yeh will finally undergo surgery 32 days after suffering a sickening injury against South Sydney in Perth.
Harris on edge for Eden Park return - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:14:40
Reds speedster Mike Harris will finally get a first-hand chance to show the Blues what they passed on in Auckland on Friday night.
Roar faithful mob saviour Berisha - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:04:37
Roar striker Besart Berisha celebrates with fans after winning the 2012 A-League grand final against Perth Glory at Lang Park on April 22, 2012.
Besart Berisha speaks to the media - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 16:04:37
Brisbane Roar striker Besart Berisha talks to the media the day after his team won the A-League grand final.
Ange's plan the key to Roar's belief - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:39:36
To win the big games, you need to win the big moments and the chances of achieving that markedly increase when you play like the Brisbane Roar.
Ange Postecoglou banner at Lang Park.jpg - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:37:04
Brisbane Roar fans show their support with a banner of coach Ange Postecoglou before the 2012 A-League Grand Final match between the Roar and the Perth Glory at Lang Park on April 22, 2012 in Brisbane.
Berisha clear about winning penalty - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:29:55
Besart Berisha has a clear conscience over the controversial penalty award that sealed Brisbane's second straight A-League title.
Bail revoked for accused rapist - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:32:39
A Supreme Court Judge in Brisbane has revoked bail for a man who is accused of drugging and raping international students.
An unjust penalty, but that's football - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:19:04
An unjust penalty maybe but is that just the nature of football, writes Gerard Whateley.
New Qld ministers sworn in - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:59:24
Two new ministers have been been sworn in at Government House in Brisbane this morning.
Housing market holds back Qld economy: report - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:34:47
The latest State of the States report shows the Queensland economy is being held back by the struggling housing sector.
Analysis of A-League grand final - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 08:25:05
ABC Grandstand commentator Steve Horvett reviews the A-League grand final between Brisbane and Perth.
Fog shrouds Qld's south-east - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:57:00
Fog blanketed much of Queensland's south-east this morning, with motorists urged to take care on roads.
First fog for Brisbane - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 07:13:21
The first fog of the year shrouds the Kurilpa Bridge and Brisbane CBD on the morning of April 23, 2012.
Roar claim A-League title - Mon, 23 Apr 2012 06:20:06
Brisbane Roar claimed their second-straight A-League title with a controversial late penalty seeing them down Perth Glory 2-1.
FFA left red-faced after medal mix-up - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 21:06:34
In an embarrassing gaffe, Perth Glory captain Jacob Burns was awarded the Joe Marston Medal for the A-League grand final's best player after it was initially mistakenly given to Brisbane Roar playmaker Thomas Broich.
Lynagh moved out of intensive care - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 20:22:52
Michael Lynagh was released from the intensive care unit of a Brisbane hospital on Sunday, six days after suffering a stroke.
Roar celebrate second straight championship - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 19:00:27
Roar players celebrate victory after winning the 2012 A-League grand final between Brisbane and the Perth Glory at Lang Park on April 22, 2012.
Miraculous Roar go back-to-back - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:14:14
For the second season in a row, the Brisbane Roar did the seemingly impossible and claimed back-to-back A-League titles with a controversial 2-1 grand final victory over Perth Glory in Brisbane.
Berisha levels it at Lang Park - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 18:06:33
Roar striker Besart Berisha celebrates after scoring a goal during the 2012 A-League grand final between Brisbane and Perth Glory at Lang Park on April 22, 2012.
Dodd breaks Roar hearts - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:43:56
The Glory's Travis Dodd celebrates with team-mates after scoring a goal during the 2012 A-League grand final match between Brisbane and Perth at Lang Park on April 22, 2012.
Swifts continue Firebirds' struggles - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:36:41
Queensland Firebirds slipped to their third trans-Tasman netball competition loss in four games, going down 54-49 to New South Wales.
Nichols and Risdon battle for ball - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:00:39
Perth Glory's Joshua Risdon and Mitchell Nichols of the Brisbane Roar challenge for the ball during the 2012 A-League Grand Final match at Lang Park on April 22, 2012 in Brisbane.
Woman dies after falling from vintage car - Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:54:45
A 60-year-old woman who was seriously injured in a traffic accident south-west of Brisbane over a week ago has died in hospital.
Lions thump Suns in third derby - Sat, 21 Apr 2012 22:17:36
Brisbane hammered Gold Coast in the third edition of the AFL's Queensland derby by 65 points at the Gabba on Saturday night.
Brownie leads Lions past Suns - Sat, 21 Apr 2012 21:49:10
Lions skipper Jonathan Brown celebrates with team-mates after kicking a goal during the round four AFL match between the Brisbane Lions and the Gold Coast Suns at the Gabba on April 21, 2012.
Reds ruing missed opportunities - Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:43:32
Queensland coach Ewen McKenzie says the Reds failed to convert their chances at key moments in the 23-13 loss to the Stormers.
Reds wait behind the try line - Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:35:27
Interview: Ewen McKenzie - Sat, 21 Apr 2012 12:12:54
Queensland coach Ewen McKenzie told Grandstand's Luke Pentony the Reds could not be faulted on their effort in the 23-13 loss to the Stormers at Lang Park.
Lane continues curse of Reds' 10 - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 22:04:11
Reds' injury curse continues in Stormers loss - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:38:37
Queensland's injury curse worsened on Friday night as the Reds' title defence took another heavy blow with a 23-13 loss to the Stormers.
Kitshoff leaves Reds for dead - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:35:49
Steven Kitshoff of the Stormers makes a break during the round nine Super Rugby match between the Reds and the Stormers at Lang Park on April 20, 2012.
Fragments of Book of the Dead found in Brisbane - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:31:14
Priceless missing fragments from the ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead have been discovered deep in the stores of the Queensland Museum.
Roar duo to step up in A-League decider - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 21:08:18
Roar striker Besart Berisha and playmaker Thomas Broich know they have a job to do on Sunday in the A-League grand final against Perth.
Brown hoping Lions handle big moments - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:01:37
Lions captain Jonathan Brown says Saturday night's Q-Clash against little brothers the Gold Coast Suns could come down to which side handles the occasion better.
Force part company with Graham - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:47:56
Western Force have reportedly decided to part company with coach Richard Graham days after he announced he will join the Reds next year.
Coming days 'critical' for Lynagh - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:36:10
Doctors say the next few days are critical for Michael Lynagh after the former Wallaby suffered a serious stroke in Brisbane.
CSIRO to map Nemo's journey - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:53:15
A team of marine researchers has set out from Brisbane on a mission to map the famous East Australian Current.
Ange says Victory offer is not distracting Roar - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:30:12
Brisbane Roar coach Ange Postecoglou says speculation over his possible move to Melbourne Victory is not affecting the team.
'Ghost nets' exhibition - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:05:56
The Long Tide exhibition at the Artisan Gallery in Brisbane is a collection of designs and sculptures made from ghost nets - fishing nets that have been left or lost in the ocean.
Roar coach confident of grand final win - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:32:04
In the countdown to the A-League grand final, Brisbane Roar coach Ange Postecoglou tells Grandstand why his team can go back-to-back.
Nest of Baskets by Darnley Island Arts Centre - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 09:21:58
Nest of Baskets by Darnley Island Arts Centre - part of the Long Tide exhibition at Artisan Gallery in Brisbane, April 2012.
Box Jellyfish by Aly de Groot - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:59:31
Box Jellyfish by Aly de Groot - part of the Long Tide exhibition at Artisan Gallery in Brisbane, April 2012.
Basket by Mahna Angele Torenbeek - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:49:22
Basket by Mahna Angele Torenbeek - part of the Long Tide exhibition at Artisan Gallery in Brisbane, April 2012.
Interview with Ange Postecoglou - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:28:47
Brisbane Roar coach Ange Postecoglou discusses his team's preparation for Sunday's A-League grand final.
Interview with Ange Postecoglou - Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:28:47
Brisbane Roar coach Ange Postecoglou discusses his team's preparation for the A-League grand final against Perth Glory.
Tactics Room: Brisbane Roar v Perth Glory - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 18:41:10
Grandstand's Ciaran Baynes analyses the A-League grand final and explains why Brisbane should have far too much for Perth.
Nichols aims to bounce back from shocker - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 17:37:08
Mitch Nichols has plans to reverse his "worst performance of the year" in Sunday's A-League grand final.
ABC Brisbane together again - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:47:25
After five years at locations scattered around Brisbane, ABC staff talk about their new purpose-built South Bank home.
Reds look to Lane to direct traffic - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:01:41
The Reds have retained Sam Lane at fly half to take on the Stormers despite Mike Harris and Ben Lucas both fit to play.
Lynagh stable after suffering stroke - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 11:28:00
Wallabies legend Michael Lynagh is in a stable condition in Royal Brisbane Hospital after suffering a stroke on Monday night.
Qld schools would lose $18m under Gonski report - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:32:29
A review of the Gonski Report on education funding has found some Queensland schools would lose millions of dollars.
ACT to pay back Qld Health - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 10:13:33
The ACT Government will return most of a $400,000 payment from Queensland Health after the funds became part of a misconduct inquiry.
Brazilian jailed over drug trafficking to finance studies - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:57:26
A Brisbane judge jailed a Brazilian national yesterday for trying to smuggle more than a kilogram of cocaine into Australia.
Lynagh in serious condition - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:21:48
ABC Grandstand' s Quentin Hill discusses how rugby great Michael Lynagh is gravely ill in a Brisbane hospital.
Qld Labor unveils shadow cabinet line-up - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 07:00:46
Almost a month after Labor's crushing election defeat in Queensland, the party has announced its shadow cabinet.
Bryce cuts ribbon on ABC's new Brisbane HQ - Thu, 19 Apr 2012 05:09:09
Governor-General Quentin Bryce has opened the ABC's new Brisbane headquarters, ending its half-decade without a permanent home.
Wallabies legend Lynagh hospitalised - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 20:20:07
Former Australia captain Andrew Slack has confirmed Wallabies legend Michael Lynagh is in intensive care in a Brisbane hospital.
Trickett expects the unexpected in London - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 16:28:55
Swimmer Libby Trickett has some advice for Olympic debutants in London - watch out, because the best laid plans will not prepare them for what lies ahead.
Unlocking the secrets of ancient Egypt - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:56:50
Queensland Museum opens its doors to one of the world's most comprehensive collections of ancient Egyptian artefacts, and News Online scored a sneak preview.
A viewer takes in the 3D imagery of the mummy Nesperennub, at the Queensland Museum - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:50:44
A member of the public takes in the 3D imagery of the mummy Nesperennub at the Queensland Museum in Brisbane.
'Massive increase' in south-east Qld gun crime - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:49:19
The Queensland Police Union (QPU) says there has been a "massive increase" in gun crime across the state's south-east.
Appeal dismissed over machete attack conviction - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:02:11
The Queensland Court of Appeal yesterday upheld a man's conviction for using a machete against his younger brother.
Probe continues into fatal police shooting - Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:32:27
An internal investigation is continuing after police shot dead a man on Brisbane's northside yesterday.
Ulsan weakens Roar's Asian hopes - Tue, 17 Apr 2012 21:33:47
Brisbane Roar's hopes of advancement in the Asian Champions League took a big hit with a 2-1 loss to Ulsan Hyundai at Lang Park.
Ulsan gets on the board - Tue, 17 Apr 2012 21:11:11
Ulsan's Estiven Velez celebrates after scoring a goal during the Asian Champions League match between the Brisbane Roar and Ulsan Hyundai at Lang Park on April 17, 2012.
Racing Queensland boss Bentley quits - Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:54:26
Bob Bentley's controversial reign as chairman of Racing Queensland Limited (RQL) is all but over.
No Wallabies plan: McKenzie - Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:23:28
Ewen McKenzie insists the plan to bring Richard Graham in as his successor is about building a legacy at the Reds rather than preparing a path for him to take over as Wallabies coach.
A-G seeks advice on jail term over soldier's attack - Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:59:08
Queensland's Attorney-General has asked the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) for advice about a five-year jail sentence imposed on a teenager convicted of causing grievous bodily harm to an Iraq war veteran.
Qld Budget delay sensible: LGAQ - Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:49:46
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) says it is not worried a three month delay to hand down the State Budget will lead to funding cuts for councils.
Graham to leave Force for Reds - Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:51:42
Force coach Richard Graham will take over as Queensland Reds head coach from 2013 in a stunning shake-up for the defending champs.
Roar focused on Ulsan, not Perth - Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:30:21
Roar coach Ange Postecoglou says his team is fully focused on its Asian Champions League clash with Ulsan Hyundai on Tuesday night and not the upcoming A-League grand final against Perth Glory.
Lions not taking Suns lightly - Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:30:21
Brisbane coach Michael Voss says his team has learned its lesson from being ambushed by Gold Coast in the inaugural Queensland derby.
Busy week ahead for Roar - Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:21:42
Brisbane Roar coach Ange Postecoglou and captain Matt Smith discuss their hectic grand final week ahead of a midweek Asian Championship League game against Korean side Ulsan.
Government borrowed to pay public sector wages: Nicholls - Mon, 16 Apr 2012 12:10:19
Queensland Treasurer Tim Nicholls says the State Government has been borrowing money to pay public service wages for the last three years.
