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'I've never had to rescue a plane': Lifesavers tow light plane after emergency beach landing
Beachgoers at Surfers Paradise are startled when an ultra-light plane glides onto the sand after its engine fails mid-flight. The pilot, who escaped injury, has joked the aircraft took an “early Christmas”.
Queensland paramedics secure pay rise of up to 30pc
Queensland Ambulance officers are set for one of the biggest pay rises in years after striking a new deal, costing the Government an extra $192 million over the next three years.
Alleged crocodile killer caught following police raid
A man alleged to have shot dead an “iconic” crocodile in Central Queensland’s Fitzroy River is facing fines of up to $28,000.
New rules for telcos aim for better service for consumers when moving to the NBN
Telecommunication companies will have to follow new rules when consumers are moving to the National Broadband Network.
Man dies in fiery crash with police car hours after bashing mother-in-law to death
A man who bludgeoned his mother-in-law to death at her home in Rockhampton dies from self-inflicted stab wounds after crashing his car into a police vehicle hours later.
Snakeskin tinsel? Rethinking our Christmas tree traditions
You won’t believe what some Australians are putting on their Christmas trees this festive season.
Aloisi waves off pressure talk as Roar sunk by Glory comeback
The Roar control proceedings for 80 minutes on Thursday night against Perth, before two Glory goals in as many minutes added further misery to the Roar’s season.
It's not just you — the Brisbane River is looking less brown
Your eyes do not deceive you — Brisbane’s famed “brown snake” has been lacking its muddy colours as of late, but its new look will only last as long as the rain holds out.
New Clive Palmer mine could 'gas' drivers on Bruce Highway, doctors warn
Clive Palmer’s proposed new central Queensland coal mine poses a potentially toxic health risk to drivers on Australia’s main highway north of Rockhampton, project opponents claim.