Billy Slater is left out of Queensland’s squad for State of Origin I, with Darius Boyd retaining his number one jersey in a strong Maroons squad.
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What glass can and can't be recycled?
Glass is commonly thought of as a product that can always be recycled, but did you know there are a few glass items we shouldn’t put in the recycle bin?
Brisbanites wake up with a case of fog deja vu
Brisbane is again shrouded in fog, with flights disrupted and photos appearing on social media as the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts a possible third consecutive day tomorrow.
Got an idea to stop obesity? Queensland Government wants to hear it
How would you fix Queensland’s obesity problem? The State Government wants Queenslanders’ help to reduce the growing number of overweight and obese families through a $20 million Healthy Futures Commission.
Freak goal from Betts puts a smile on Pyke's face
Adelaide’s demolition of Brisbane was not quite enough to put a smile back on coach Don Pyke’s face, but the mere mention of Eddie Betts did the trick.
Investigation continues into possible link between pet food and sick cats
The founders of a US company behind a canned cat food brand removed from sale in Australia, after owners reported their pets becoming sick after consumption, issue a video message to “families in distress” as testing into a possible link continues.
Police 'not responsible' for Brisbane chef's death after cooking girlfriend
The suicide of a Brisbane chef who stabbed his girlfriend in the neck during an argument and boiled her dismembered body could not have been prevented by police who gave chase, Queensland coroner Terry Ryan rules.
High-tech earrings, anklets game changer for diabetes, incontinence
Australian innovations that will allow people to monitor their blood sugar levels through a pair of fashionable earrings and control incontinence using a pulsating anklet have caught the attention of international venture capitalists.
Pack of pooches paddle 'unofficially' break world record
It took 25 dogs, a former world champion tandem surfer and an oversize stand up paddle board to break a rather peculiar world record, although it has not been officially recognised by world record keepers.
Queensland sticks with train manufacturer despite delays, issues
The Queensland Government rules out switching suppliers for its problem-plagued multi-billion-dollar new train fleet amid concerns about the same manufacturer on overseas projects.