A prominent Indigenous artist from Queensland alleges he was racially profiled and “interrogated” by Australian Border Force staff on his return to Australia from a diplomatic trip to Indonesia.
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Who is Larissa Waters?
Canadian-born deputy Greens leader Larissa Waters is resigning from the Senate after realising she had not renounced her dual citizenship when running for office. Here’s a look at her political career up to now.
Rogue Brisbane tyre company ordered to clean up
A rogue tyre recycling operator, who has had two fires at his business in Brisbane’s south, is handed clean-up notices.
Delays for Brisbane commuters with more bus drivers on strike
Hundreds of Brisbane bus drivers walk off the job again this morning, with delays for commuters expected until 7:30am, while the union continues negotiations with council over a new enterprise agreement.
What do the resignations of Waters and Ludlam mean for the Senate?
Scott Ludlam and Larissa Waters have made shock announcements that they are leaving the Senate. So what exactly is going on, and why are they having to stand down?
Brisbane commuters warned of delays ahead of bus driver strike
Early-morning commuters in Brisbane are being told to plan for major delays with more than 400 bus drivers striking over the next two days.
Thaiday considering options as Broncos tell stalwart he's not staying
Broncos forward Sam Thaiday says he could consider playing for another club, amid revelations he won’t be offered a new contract in Brisbane.
Simple kit aims to save new mothers in developing countries
A Brisbane group is hoping to save the lives of mothers in developing countries with six simple tools.
Is too much pressure being placed on prep students?
A former primary school teacher of 30 years believes prep students are being pushed to learn too early and therefore losing their love of education.
Fog mars morning commute in Brisbane as bus drivers strike
Heavy fog blankets Brisbane as morning commuters are also hit by a two-hour strike involving more than 200 bus drivers over shift work requirements, pay and workplace health and safety conditions.