Brisbane socialite allegedly ordered her husband’s murder
A Brisbane case linking a high‑society socialite to her hotelier husband’s death has sparked intense speculation about motive, wealth and the boundaries of legal action.
Queensland
Cattleman bids farewell to lifelong passion as vintage machines find new home
In Meringandan, Queensland, a 78-year-old cattleman has downsized his lifelong passion, selling a vintage tractor collection and related machinery while pledging his estate to charity, drawing interest from local collectors.
Labuschagne injury battle as Shield season looms
Queensland captain Marnus Labuschagne has been managing a thumb injury since the Ashes win in Sydney, with recovery timelines and selection plans still unclear as the Shield season approaches.
Patrol vessels sidelined as illegal foreign fishers reach Australian shores
Queensland waters face a surge in illegal foreign fishing as at least two patrol boats go offline, prompting questions about enforcement capacity and response.
Cairns patrol boats out of action as illegal fishing move in
In Cairns shipyards patrol boats are out of action while illegal foreign fishing vessels edge closer to Queensland waters, prompting a reassessment of coastal enforcement strategies.
Adani donation over $600k to Queensland LNP linked to federal loophole before 2024 election
Disclosures show Adani gave more than $600,000 to Queensland’s Liberal National Party ahead of the 2024 state election, amid questions over a federal-rule loophole delaying state disclosures.
Maryborough’s 153-year-old footy club on brink of extinction
A Queensland town faces a potential loss of its historic Maryborough Football Club, idle for a year, with volunteers weighing a final chance to revive a regional sporting icon amid uncertain support.
Queensland online predation case remains in custody
A Queensland man facing more than 600 charges over alleged online predation using fake profiles remains in custody as investigators pursue leads and more information emerges about the case.
Excavator collision triggers Bruce Highway disruption near Sunshine Coast bridge
Traffic diversions are in place after an excavator being carried on a truck struck the Ilkley Road bridge and toppled onto the Bruce Highway north of Brisbane, causing a major disruption.
Burketown housing plan sparks flood-prone site concerns
Locals, the council and a Queensland MP question a state proposal to build social housing on Burketown land known for flooding, raising questions about safety, risk and timing.