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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

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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.

AAP

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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Expanding lobbyist capture under consideration in Qld

The Queensland Government is taking a cautious approach to crime and corruption recommendations to expand who is captured by the state's lobbying laws.

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Snow and sweat as extreme weather divides Australia

Summer snow has fallen in the high country in southern Australia, while Queensland is sweltering through another hot and humid day.

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Police ministers to work on national gun register

National cabinet has agreed to the need for an increase in information sharing about guns across states and territories after a fatal Queensland shootout.

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Queensland government considers giving affected GP clinics more time to make arrangements for payroll tax

The Queensland Treasurer is in discussions with Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk about a plan to pause the implementation of payroll tax assessments on some GP clinics in a bid to curb increasing doctor fees.

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Queensland weather pushes power grid to the limit as BOM warns of ongoing heatwave

Queensland's energy minister says the state will have enough electricity supply to make sure the "lights stay on" as the heatwave intensifies today but planned outages will go ahead.

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Leaked letter reveals 'unprecedented vacancies' in Queensland Health's maternity units

Doctors raise concerns about another regional hospital obstetric service, as a leaked letter reveals Queensland Health is considering a new "workforce rotational model" amid unprecedented vacancies in maternity services.

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Access to surgical abortion services delayed at Townsville Hospital

The promised return of full abortion services in Townsville has been delayed by staff shortages, more than a year after the closure of a major provider.

Daily Mirror

Mystery as healthy man suddenly dies in sleep just days before 22nd birthday

Former school captain Rickson 'Ricko' Williams, 21, who lived in Wallaville, Queensland, Australia, went to bed on January 11 and tragically never woke up - just days before his 22nd birthday

AAP

Reds prop Zane Nonggorr aims to replace world's best

Queensland Reds are preparing for their opening Super Rugby Pacific trial against Western Force with an intense battle for one key position looming.

The Guardian - AU

Gun import tariffs suggested as Queensland pushes for firearms registry at national cabinet

Federal police union says new register could be funded through criminal seizures or new weapon tax

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Police warn against leaving children in locked cars as south-east Queensland heatwave continues

The 30-year-old woman was taken into custody after police were called to rescue a child left unattended in a Toowoomba shopping centre car park.

AAP

Cowboys prop to build on 2022 breakout season

The pain of a preliminary final loss has North Queensland prop Reuben Cotter hungry for more in 2023, as the prop looks to string together a full NRL season.

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