Partygoers from around the country are set to bring in 2018 with a bang, with giant fireworks displays in capital cities. But in Queensland, afternoon storms dampened the festivities ahead of tonight’s light show.
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Brisbane-based animation Bluey coming to a screen near you
Remember the name “Bluey” — it could just be the next big thing in children’s animation, and it is being put together by a band of Brisbane-based creatives.
Extraordinary Queenslanders and their stories from 2017
The past year has been full of Queenslanders more than willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. These are the men, women and children who made headlines for all the right reasons in 2017.
10-man Roar win in Adelaide as Sydney FC crushes Glory
Brisbane Roar holds on to beat Adelaide United with 10 men, while A-League leaders Sydney FC crush Perth Glory 6-0.
Rugby star Karmichael Hunt charged with drug possession
Rugby Australia says it is investigating after the Wallabies and Queensland Reds player was arrested in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley and charged with drug possession.
What you need to know about New Year's Eve in Brisbane
Need help ringing in the new year? We’ve got the answers to your questions about how to best get into Brisbane for the fireworks, good viewing spots, what you can’t bring and what you can do if you want to avoid the crowds.
Citizen science projects to get hooked on this summer
Help find new planets, shape weather forecasting and document backyard critters — no lab coat required.
Toddler dies after becoming trapped under car driven by father
A three-year-old boy dies after being run over by his father in the driveway of a home in Brisbane’s north-west.
Disability-friendly spaces a priority for regional communities
A playground designed for people of all ages with sensory integration issues is taking great leaps into making public spaces more accessible for those with autism.
Flags aren't everywhere: Swimmers need to learn to recognise rips, researcher says
It is rare for people to drown between flags at the beach “but we simply don’t have enough flags”, says a beach safety expert who is urging students and tourists to learn how to spot dangerous rip currents.