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5th September 2024

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Bill Shorten calls time on political career, announces next move

Former Labor leader and NDIS Minister Bill Shorten, who twice bid to become the nation’s prime minister, has announced his retirement from politics to take up a new university role...

‘Imaginary money’: Fury over ‘outrageous’ Queen’s Wharf plea

It’s the billion-dollar gamble many Queenslanders aren’t willing to take – what’s to be done with Queen’s Wharf? HAVE YOUR SAY

Rock stars to rock bottom: GF scars, Walsh’s DMs, finals fade-out

Brisbane’s horde of budding rock stars - led by front man Reece Walsh - touched the stratosphere in 2023. But their new-found fame came with pitfalls that would see the Broncos cra...

‘Worst deal’ ever seen: Premier calls for transparency over $240m cop shop

Steven Miles has urged Queensland Police to be “as transparent as possible” over an alleged $240m deal to secure a Stones Corner building for 15 years.

Now you see it: Mystery surrounds notorious nuclear bomber’s Qld visit

The arrival of the highly classified, nuclear-capable $3.17 billion B-2 Spirit stealth bomber in Queensland ought to get tongues wagging, but its future here is shrouded in secrecy...

Paralympics: What you missed in Paris while you were sleeping

There was another medal rush for the Aussies on day seven of the Paralympic Games — check out what you missed overnight plus the full medal table.

Button battery scare: Multiple daycare kids undergo scans

A broken toy missing button batteries has been located at a Sunshine Coast child care centre, sparking concern among parents and staff.

FBI reveals alleged shooter’s worrying past

The 14-year-old charged with a mass school shooting in the US that left two students and two teachers dead was known to the FBI, it has been revealed.

‘Biggest we’ve seen’: Monster 4.2m shark caught off K’gari

A monster 4.2 metre hammerhead shark has been caught and released off K’gari by fishermen chasing Spanish mackerel sparking fierce debate with one claiming it’s ‘animal cruelty at ...

Full list of road closures for Bridge to Brisbane

This year’s Bridge to Brisbane fun run has inspired more than 35,000 participants for the 10km and 5km events. Here is everything you need to know