River spills banks in king tide

The force of this week’s “significant” king tide has caused the murky brown waters of the Brisbane River to spill over through the city’s low lying areas.

State’s own expert says Adani process a ‘mess’

The industry expert appointed by the Palaszczuk Government to spruik Queensland’s resources sector has described the Adani approval process as a “mess” that could delay the project by ...

Coast school hires security following bullying backlash

A Gold Coast high school has taken the extraordinary step of hiring a private security company following threats to shoot it up.

Brave act that saved pup towed behind car

A puppy has been tied to a towbar and dragged behind a car in a shocking act of cruelty. But the brave act of one man saved the young dog’s life.

Tick-infested snake unrecognisable

Australia’s most famous snake has made a full recovery since his discovery in the bush, covered in ticks. Now, Nike is unrecognisable.

'Highly infectious' measles confirmed on Coast

Health officials have confirmed a Sunshine Coast resident infected with measles has returned home from an overseas trip with the dangerous disease.

More bar than restaurant, but view is stratospheric

On the 21st floor of Brisbane’s Emporium Hotel South Bank, this indoor/outdoor space could almost double as an airport control tower.

Coast Games blamed as company collapses

A catering company that also operates a Brisbane cafe has gone bust, blaming problems with a Commonwealth Games contract.

Rattled Ikin endures horror golf debut

Ben Ikin played 17 fierce State of Origin games yet can never remember “my heart beating outside my chest” like it felt during his frayed big-time golf debut.

Beach penthouse listed for $8.95m

It’s the epitome of penthouse living with million-dollar views, a seemingly endless list of luxury features, a rooftop pool and a new $8.95m price tag.