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Inquiry into Queensland's forensic DNA lab that unearthed 'bin-gate', leadership failures and a 'toxic' workplace resumes today

After revelations of a so-called "bin-gate", to allegations of a toxic work environment, the inquiry into Queensland's forensic DNA lab kicks-off again today. Here's what we've heard so far.

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Extinction threat for Wet Tropic possums

Ringtail possums in Queensland's Wet Tropics could be wiped out by 2050 unless action is taken to reduce the impacts of climate change, a paper says.

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Cairns comes together for Toyah Cordingley as Indian police step up search for alleged killer

Friends of the 24-year-old say they hope a $1m reward offered by Queensland police will lead to an arrest

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Japanese ambassador takes ‘highly unusual’ campaign against Queensland coal royalty hike to mining forum

Shingo Yamagami emerges as strident critic of Palaszczuk government’s tiered rate aimed at cashing in on record prices

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States ranked in race for green transport

Some Australian states and territories are making better transport choices than others, according to a new report from the Climate Council.

AAP

‘I want to fulfil my dreams’: Adam Scott in no mood to lower expectations

Scott is seeking a third Australian PGA Championship title this week in his native Queensland

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Qld govt ambivalent about police watchdog

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk is non-committal about a new police watchdog, saying a new public sector complaints "clearing house" is being planned.

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SA salvage Shield draw with Queensland

Queensland have missed their chance to claim an outright win over South Australia in the Sheffield Shield and solidify their top-two spot.

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ATSB finds Queensland Rail missed flood warnings for 40 minutes before freight train derailed by rising water

The driver of a train that derailed in floodwaters outside Gympie during the February floods should have had almost an hour-and-a-half to stop, but he was never told.

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Queensland Resources Council launches campaign against royalty hikes, angering premier

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says she is "angry" and "disappointed" at the Queensland Resources Council over an expensive advertising campaign.

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Queensland government to fund revival of abandoned Mount Morgan gold mine

Unused and contaminated for 30 years, the Mount Morgan mine could soon come back to life and, after a few false starts, locals are hoping this plan and its promise of jobs are the real deal.

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Qld premier snubs coal miners over ads

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has lashed out at coal miners after they launched an ad campaign against coal mining royalty hikes.

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Rare rainforest tree, ooline, Cadellia pentastylis, blooms in outback Queensland

Dating back to the ice age, the ooline tree is showing off its beauty in a rare floral display.

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Stealthing to be criminalised as rape and affirmative consent adopted in Queensland's sexual violence law overhaul

Major changes to laws around stealthing, consent and coercive control are set to be introduced into Queensland Parliament and passed next year in a move advocates say has been needed for decades.

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Cameron Smith receives keys to his hometown where he wants to secure a LIV event

Cameron Smith was awarded a huge honour upon his return to Australia and the 2022 Open champion and LIV star will play his first tournament in the country for three years

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Farmers and conservationists say environment laws are flawed but a 'tough' EPA is on its way

A "tough cop on the beat" is coming to enforce new national environmental laws, the federal government says, as conservationists call for an end to land-clearing loopholes.

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Major fuel stop between Queensland and NT closes indefinitely after serious kitchen fire

Motorists travelling between Queensland and the NT are urged to plan their fuel supplies, after a fire took out a vital roadhouse.

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Lockyer Valley home where man was allegedly murdered destroyed by fire

A house in Queensland's Lockyer Valley where a 48-year-old man was discovered with multiple stab wounds earlier this year has been completely destroyed.

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Queensland Police Union rejects independent integrity unit proposal, Commissioner Katarina Carroll seeks public's 'faith'

Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll says she is committed to reforming the service, but the police union does not support a key recommendation.

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How will Queensland Police Service improve its response to domestic and family violence after inquiry condemns 'failure of leadership'?

The report highlights problems of misogyny and racism, and points the finger at the most senior ranks of the Queensland Police Service for failing to act when concerns were raised in the past. Here's some of the most damning findings.

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Qld government sacks Mackay Hospital board

The Queensland government has sacked the board of Mackay Hospital after multiple women complained about its gynaecology and obstetrics department.

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Qld top cop says COVID-19 hindered reform

Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk will restructure the police force to stamp out a culture of sexism, racism and misogyny, but the top cop will stay.

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Boilermaker turned Christmas prop creator urges Queenslanders to become organ donors

For business owner Sam Gibson, Christmas is the busiest time of the year. But in the season of giving and receiving, Mr Gibson pauses to reflect on the greatest gift he ever received — a new kidney — while encouraging others to become donors.

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Nearly a quarter of sudden unexpected deaths in Queensland infants occur in homes known to child protection, report finds

Of the more than 600 cases registered in Queensland between 2004 and 2019, about 24 per cent involved families known to the Department of Children, new research shows.

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Habitat destruction lacks oversight in Qld

A likely threatened species habitat the size of the Gold Coast may have been illegally cleared in Queensland without any consequence, a report says.

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