State’s shock drought declaration

A SHOCKING new figure shows just how hard Queensland has been bitten by drought — it’s not just the Outback that’s begging for rain.

 
 
 
 

Super storms to pummel two states

BRACE for heavy rain, hail and flooding, as weather systems look set to combine and create storm conditions across Queensland and NSW.

 
 
 
 

Check your pocket for $1 coin

TIME to sift through your spare change. This $1 coin with a distinctive error on one side is worth a mint on eBay.

 
 
 
 

UQ plan: Property acquisition warning

THE latest vision for the future of Brisbane’s biggest university will change the face of the city, with a new bridge and tunnel planned, and possible property acquisitions to make it happen. SEE THE PLANS

 
 
 

Why Bieber delayed Queensland visit

JUSTIN Bieber was due to land on the Gold Coast on Saturday ahead of his Suncorp Stadium gig but delayed his trip for one very special reason.

 
 
 

Land rich suburban tavern snapped up

THE sale of one of Brisbane’s last remaining ‘large format’ hotels – well known as both a live and fight venue – has sold in quick time for almost $14 million.

 
 
 

I’m Coen. Nice to meet you. Now I will break you

HIS teammates liken him to Soviet boxer Ivan Drago from Rocky IV and the North Queensland Cowboys sure need imposing forward Coen Hess to come out fighting.

 
 
 

SuperCoach: Wilfred’s weekend wrap

REIGNING NRL SuperCoach champion Wilfred Zee’s wraps every game of the round, revealing his good, bad and ugly.

 
 
 

Vital service few people know about

THIS little-known service could make life easier for thousands of Queenslanders every week, and best of all, it’s free.

 
 
 
 

8 flight myths you need to stop believing

CAN you really get sucked out of the aeroplane toilet? And what are oxygen masks actually used for? Here are the facts you need to know.