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17th January 2025

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Key new board executives revealed after LNP’s shock purge

New appointments to a Queensland board key to the organisation of the 2032 Brisbane Games have been revealed after a shock purge of members was announced on Friday morning.

Down to wire: $100bn big build list risks Games deadline

Queensland will be in a race against time to build more than $100bn of major infrastructure projects before the 2032 Games, despite the unprecedented 11-year runway.

‘Could have killed someone’: Fiery on-air clash over Mam crash penalty

Brisbane radio co-hosts have clashed on air over the fallout from Broncos player Ezra Mam’s drug driving charges.

Safety fears for high-profile TikTok mum accused of poisoning baby

A Queensland TikTok influencer charged with drugging her own baby has appeared in a Brisbane court, her lawyer seeking protective custody for the woman as she awaits a bail hearing...

Inside Brisbane’s 90km/h storm: Why BoM didn’t see it coming

The cause of a 90km/h ‘microburst’ storm that hit Brisbane suburbs has been revealed - and why it’s something you’d normally see in the Outback.

‘Incredibly unusual’: Towns picking up pieces after weeks of storm chaos

South Burnett locals have been left reeling and businesses closed for weeks after ongoing storms have inundated towns that normally don’t flood, causing huge damage and heartache.

US citizen groomed Brisbane teen for years before abusing her: court

A US electrician has been accused of grooming a 13-year-old Brisbane girl online for years, before flying to Australia and violently abusing her. WARNING: Graphic content.

Trump’s ‘mugshot-like’ portrait; new roles for Gibson, Stallone

Donald Trump has revealed his new official portrait and details of a new role he has for Hollywood actors Mel Gibson, Sylvester Stallone and Jon Voight.

Final Australian Open for legendary Aussie coach

Jannik Sinner will be the last player coached by legendary Aussie Darren Cahill, with the former coach of Lleyton Hewitt and Andre Agassi to retire this year. FOLLOW DAY SIX LIVE.

Brissie’s the best: State capital debuts on world’s top cities list

Brisbane has been named for the first time on Time Out magazine’s list of the world’s best 50 cities. Here’s why.