The Brumbies extend their unprecedented winning streak against Australian Super Rugby opposition to 10, with a 43-10 thrashing of Queensland at Canberra Stadium.
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Aussies lose Davis Cup doubles but still lead tie
Australia misses the chance to wrap up its Davis Cup quarter-final tie against United States following a loss in Saturday’s doubles rubber at Pat Rafter Arena in Brisbane.
Rare rock dust found in Lockyer Valley could become World Cup gold mine
A pair of Queensland geologists think they have struck brown gold in unearthing a rock dust capable of growing pristine grass in the middle of the Arabian desert, with hopes it will land them a massive turf deal for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
Hospital ERs to get child safety officers in wake of toddler's death
Child safety officers are to be put in emergency rooms at hospitals across Queensland as part of the State Government’s response to the death of Caboolture toddler Mason Jet Lee.
Release of Mason Jet Lee report could jeopardise court matters: DPP
In an unprecedented move, Queensland’s Director of Public Prosecution attends today’s Cabinet meeting to advise the Government not to release the Child Death Review Panel report sparked by the death of Caboolture toddler Mason Jet Lee in 2016, fearing it will prejudice criminal proceedings.
White spot levy angers out-of-pocket prawn farmers
Queensland seafood farmers say it is unfair they could be charged millions for a levy to combat the white spot disease, claiming the outbreak has nothing to do with them and is the fault of biosecurity officials.
Does cooler weather improve our sense of smell?
As the seasons change and we edge closer to winter, is it possible that our sense of smell becomes heightened?
Gold Coast rapper racks up $621 bill and does a runner into surf, police say
Gold Coast man gorges himself on oyster shooters, lobster and beer at Main Beach’s Omeros Bros Restaurant and then flees into the surf without paying his bill, a Queensland court hears.
Mobile barbershop will give 1,000 free haircuts to the homeless
Two hairdressers in Brisbane’s north are endeavouring to bring dignity to the homeless through a free mobile barbershop, launched today north of Brisbane.
Oldest rookie Barratt makes Australian swim team for world champs
Holly Barratt, at 29, is not feeling her age but people cannot stop talking about it as she becomes the Australian swim team’s oldest rookie.