Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100’s of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Queensland

Premier touts nuclear plebiscite as PM joins campaign

Queenslanders could vote twice at the next federal election with nuclear in the mix, after Premier Steven Miles vowed to hold a plebiscite if re-elected.

AAP

There’s a plan for free school lunches in Queensland. Is this a good idea?

Queensland Premier Steven Miles has announced free school lunches if Labor is re-elected at the state’s upcoming election on October 26.

The Conversation

Morning Mail: voice champions mark anniversary of no, Labor vows Queensland nuclear vote, Israeli tanks enter UN base

Calls to build a more ‘authentic’ Australia on vote anniversary; Steven Miles confirms plebiscite if he wins election; UN calls for explanation over IDF’s ‘shocking violations’

The Guardian - AU

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Leaders crumb over texts as early voting kicks off

A "Mediscare" text campaign has been launched by the opposition before the first ballots were cast for the Queensland election.

AAP

Queensland premier will hold plebiscite on nuclear power if he wins state election

Exclusive: Steven Miles says law requires a referendum be called if the commonwealth is likely to build a ‘prohibited nuclear facility’ in the state

The Guardian - AU

Cartwright to the rescue as WA beat Bulls in Perth

Hilton Carwright and Jhye Richardson have starred as Western Australia posted their first win of the One-Day Cup season with victory over Queensland.

AAP

Abortion wasn’t on the Queensland election agenda. So why is it now a threat to the LNP campaign?

Two weeks ago, suggestions David Crisafulli’s opposition had a ‘secret plan’ to limit abortion rights were dismissed as just a scare campaign. Now, not so much

The Guardian - AU

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Tuckshop investment: Labor promises free school lunch

Queensland Premier Steven Miles has officially launched Labor's election campaign ahead of the October 26 poll to fanfare from supporters.

AAP

Labor pitches $365m for 50 new GP clinics to woo voters

Two weeks out from election day, Queensland Labor has made a bold pitch to open 50 bulk-billing GP clinics as the opposition eyes a new dam in the southeast.

AAP

Ben Hunt still open to Queensland move but not in 2025

Ben Hunt says he will be at St George Illawarra next year but the door remains open for a move back to Queensland in 2026.

AAP

Disruptions by conspiracists forced some Victorian councils online. Will they affect local elections?

Experts raise concerns about lack of disclosure of affiliation and point to success in NSW and Queensland of candidates from ‘fringe’ groups

The Guardian - AU

Olympic clock ticking for Queensland election winners

Time is not running out for Brisbane 2032 but the clock will soon be ticking for whoever claims the October 26 Queensland election to ensure a Games success.

AAP

The best 50 cents you can spend? Queensland’s ultra-cheap public transport fares revitalise travel for pleasure

From a city-to-coast date to a family trip to an island, Queenslanders are rediscovering the joys of public transport

The Guardian - AU

Half of Australia’s law enforcement agencies have banned officers using encrypted messaging apps

Exclusive: After NSW ban on the likes of WhatsApp and Signal, federal counterparts permit a ‘limited number’ which they declined to reveal

The Guardian - AU

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

AAP

Marsh falls shy of century as WA-Bulls fight out a draw

WA allrounder Mitch Marsh has been dismissed for 94 in his team's Sheffield Shield draw with Queensland at the WACA Ground.

AAP

Woman's arm severed after mauling by her own dog

Police have been hailed for their quick thinking after applying a tourniquet on a woman with a severed arm from a dog attack, a move that likely saved her life.

AAP

Not Miles apart: premier hopeful of election comeback

Queensland's premier has started his re-election campaign on the right track but in an interview, he has conceded his party remains a long way behind.

AAP

Veteran Gannon gives WA edge in Shield clash

Western Australia will go into the final day of their Sheffield Shield home clash against Queensland with a lead of 204, and Mitchell Marsh unbeaten on 40.

Get all your
news in one place.

100’s of premium titles.
One news app.

AAP

Pressure mounts on man tipped to lead Sunshine State

His party is well ahead in the polls but Queensland's likely-next premier is facing growing calls to clarify his stance on divisive social issues.

Pedestrian.tv

Husband Of Queensland Woman Who Was Killed In Lawn Mower Incident Has Now Been Arrested

Frances Crawford, a 49-year-old psychologist and mother of three, was found in the backyard of her rural Upper Lockyer home at 3.40am on July 30 after sustaining critical injuries from a lawnmower.

The Guardian - AU

Husband charged with murder of Queensland psychologist Frances Crawford

Police charge Robert Crawford, 47, over death of 49-year-old found near lawnmower at Upper Lockyer home

The Conversation

Rebates for buying e-bikes and e-scooters are good but unlikely to greatly boost sustainable transport on their own

Queensland has joined Tasmania as the second Australian state or territory to offer a A$500 rebate for buyers of new e‑bikes. The pre-election announcement includes a smaller $200 rebate for e‑scooters.

AAP

Pilot 'heavily intoxicated' before fatal hotel crash

A drunk pilot's decision to take a helicopter from a Queensland airport hangar and fly it around a tourist spot before fatally crashing remains a mystery.

The Guardian - AU

David Crisafulli faces questions about LNP’s transgender plans after party official’s email revealed

Exclusive: Opposition is refusing to comment on message to members on Queensland election eve promoting ban on puberty blockers for minors

AAP

'Handmaid's Tale': abortion law repeal call slammed

The heat is on Queensland's opposition leader as a conservative crossbench vows to challenge abortion laws in the likely event of a change in government.

1 … 51 52 53 54

People

Annastacia Palaszczuk

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.