Australia bans Boeing 737 Max 8 planes

The air safety regulator has suspended the operations of any troubled Boeing 737 Max 8 jets flying into Australia after two crashes in the past five months claimed more than 300 lives.

Growing health scourge claims first victim

A Queensland stonemason has become the first known worker to die from the silicosis crisis gripping the industry.

Screws on road leave motorists deflated

Furious motorists have had to pay up to $1000 for new tyres after punctures caused by screws scattered over Brisbane roads recently.

Fight for golf course gets a boost

The fight to save a golf course north of Brisbane from development has received a boost with a visit from the Planning Minister.

Major roads to close for hours for Tour de Brisbane

Major roads across Brisbane, Redlands Coast and Logan will close for half the day next month to make way for thousands of cyclists competing on the international stage.

Cass’s bizarre denial about Karl

Despite plenty of evidence to the contrary, Cassandra Thorburn has today made an unusual claim about her ex Karl Stefanovic.

From Australian lock to Cowboys bench

Josh McGuire started at lock for Australia in two Test matches last season but he’ll begin his time as a North Queensland Cowboy by coming off the bench.

De Belin backs down from NRL legal stoush

The NRL has avoided an ugly, headline-grabbing stoush with St George Illawarra’s Jack de Belin on the eve of the new season, with the star opting not to challenge being stood down from rou...

Top commercial agent switches teams

Brisbane’s commercial property’s round of musical chairs continues with a top-tier agent joining another agency.

Historic home sells for millions

ONE of Brisbane’s most historic homes has sold for almost $4m to a local family who plans to restore it to its former glory.