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5th February 2025

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Watch: Qantas plane’s wild aborted landing during deluge

A Qantas plane has aborted its landing on Hamilton Island as the tropical Queensland paradise was hit with more than 300mm of rain in 24 hours. SEE THE VIDEO

‘Riviera of the Middle East’: Trump reveals plan to take over Gaza

Donald Trump has revealed a radical plan for the US to own Gaza – suggesting removing “all” Palestinians living there – after a meeting with Israel’s PM. Follow updates.

Steven Miles is up to his eyeballs in it. Can he survive?

Labor must sort itself out sooner rather than later or face backlash from voters. But has Steven Miles got the stamina to see it through, asks The Editor.

‘9km of white sand’: The brilliant Qld beach you keep driving past

Think you know the Sunshine Coast? Have you visited the suburb known as “Shangri-la” in the 1970s because of its beautiful beach?

Conspiracy theories putting Qld’s fight against fire ants at risk

Queensland’s fire ant eradication program is being undermined by claims from a right-wing conspiracy group that is also lobbying local councils over fluoride in water.

Death toll rises in Sweden’s deadliest gun attack

Multiple people have been killed and several injured in a horrific massacre at a school in Sweden, as police continue to investigate the gunman’s motive. Warning: Disturbing conten...

‘Just want her to be remembered’: Dad’s touching vow to shark attack victim

The father of a 17-year-old shark attack victim has held back tears as he talked about his daughter’s legacy.

We have lost too many children already – now there is fresh hope

It’s a condition that has claimed the lives of many children and left families heartbroken – now there is fresh hope.

Top cop reveals ‘reckless’ youths on dangerous e-bikes can’t be chased

A top cop says police are facing an uphill battle to control reckless young e-bike riders who can’t be pursued because of the risk they or someone else could be killed or seriously...

Maroons great signs on as Queensland under-19s coach

The winds of change are sweeping through the Maroons system, with a Queensland legend handed the reins of the under-19s team as the QRL ramps up its plan to develop more Origin coa...