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Hunt for prison escapee in far north Queensland

A man guilty of breaking and entering with threats or violence is on the run after escaping a far north Queensland correctional centre overnight.

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Downer frontrunner to produce Queensland's next generation trains from Torbanlea site

A regional Queensland town is preparing for a new era of manufacturing and a jobs boom as Downer is announced as the preferred supplier to build and deliver 65 next generation trains.

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Queensland farmer accused of rape, ordered to stand trial over further sexual assault charges

Wayne Robert Green is accused of grooming young women with alcohol and bullying, and will also face trial charged with deprivation of liberty and observing another person in breach of privacy.

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People with assistance dogs left struggling to find rentals and aged care in Queensland

People with assistance dogs are allowed by law into any accommodation in Queensland, but people say those laws are not strong enough to stop real estate agents and aged care facilities from discriminating.

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Advocates say children are being held in adult watch houses in Queensland for weeks at a time

Advocates and lawyers say Queensland's youth justice system is at crisis point, with some juveniles reportedly held in adult watch houses for weeks at a time.

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Jockey Martin Harley has head and neck in a halo as he recovers from broken neck

Martin Harley left Newmarket last year to continue his career in Queensland, Australia where he had ridden five winners before he was seriously injured in a mid-race fall

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Man sentenced to jail for random and 'extremely traumatising' arson attack that put Queensland family in hospital

Troy Barry Fien torched a car that was parked underneath a Brisbane house, while a couple and their two daughters, aged two and four, were asleep upstairs.

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Downer EDI chosen to make 65 trains in regional Qld

Downer EDI is the preferred supplier of 65 new Queensland trains at a new hub in the city of Maryborough with a contract to be signed next month.

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Cyclone likely to form off north Queensland coast

A tropical cyclone, which could end up packing sustained winds of more than 118km/h and gusts of more than 165km/h, will approach Queensland's coast this week.

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Low-pressure system off Queensland coast 'could be a cyclone by Wednesday', BOM warns

The Bureau of Meteorology says there is a high chance a low-pressure system in the Coral Sea could develop into a cyclone.

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Pancreatic cancer clinical trial opens in Queensland, offering hope to patients

The treatment, which is already being trialled in Melbourne and Sydney, aims to break down the tissue that shields pancreatic cancer cells from the immune system, allowing chemotherapy to be more effective.

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Windorah rejoices as upgraded health clinic opens after decade-long battle in outback Qld

Demand from increasing tourist numbers and a lack of privacy in small facilities are behind a long-awaited upgrade to this health clinic in outback Queensland.

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Consumer complaints continue to trail pandemic

Consumer complaints in Queensland continue to eclipse pre-pandemic levels, with the Office of Fair Trading clawing back $11.2 million for disgruntled customers.

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Saltwater crocodile Dynamo escapes enclosure at north Queensland wildlife sanctuary, recaptured

A crocodile called Dynamo "bashes" its way out of an enclosure, forcing a north Queensland wildlife sanctuary to shut down for several hours as staff recapture the croc.

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Car registration plates cloned with 3D printers and used to commit crimes

Police say criminals are increasingly using 3D printers to make false numberplates and commit crimes.

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‘Our fate rests on efforts like this’: the family restoring precious rainforest to its former glory

The mass clearing of Queensland tropics in the 20th century – and the force of cyclones – won’t deter an attempt to regenerate ancient growth

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City dogs learn new tricks as hobby mustering trend on the rise at sheep dog trials

It's a competition that's steeped in Australian tradition, but sheep dog trials in rural Queensland are receiving increased interest from urban dog owners.

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How tourist attractions are keeping animals cool during the Queensland heatwave

As Queensland experiences a heatwave, tourist attractions across the east coast are working hard to ensure the animals in their care are kept cool in the stifling conditions.

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Central Queensland players shine as NRL partnership brings first trial game between Dolphins and Capras

Ben Hunt, Harry Grant, Corey Oates and Matt Scott are some of the biggest names in the NRL. But their origins all began in this Queensland region, which is now affiliated with the newest NRL club.

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Queensland’s draconian approach to youth justice sets kids up to fail

Tightened bail laws have led to a spike in children being imprisoned – the long-term damage caused by short-term, vote-chasing politics

AAP

Widow loses legal battle with magnate's executor

Queensland mining magnate Ken Talbot's widow has lost her court battle with the administrator of the late Macarthur Coal founder's estate.

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Renowned playwright skewers refugee treatment

David Williamson's Family Values has premiered at Queensland Theatre, with an updated version that looks at refugee treatment under the new government.

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Vet in gang, sleeping on floor 'for protection' in jail

An ex-soldier had to join a gang and sleep on the floor with his head near a toilet for protection in a Queensland maximum security prison, a court has heard.

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Rockhampton trainer, jockey banned after stewards rule pair failed to give retired horses enough food

Queensland racing officials issued the six-month disqualification after stewards visited a Rockhampton property and found the horses in poor health and in need of proper care.

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Gold Coast crackdown uncovers 250 unregistered Airbnbs, but it's just tip of the iceberg

The secret short-term rental market is cheating councils out of millions and exacerbating the housing shortage.

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