Wearing red-and-white polka dot pyjamas and a hospital robe, long-term Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale announces he is resigning as the city’s leader for health reasons as police and CCC officers search his office as part of an unfolding corruption investigation.
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Sydney Markets runs own war on waste with organic waste powering 3,000 homes
Rotting fruit and vegetables become electricity in the Sydney Markets’ own war on waste, keeping it out of landfill and saving millions.
Murder accused allegedly confessed to ex-lover, court told
A Gold Coast man allegedly confessed to killing a Brisbane mother saying she deserved it, a Supreme Court jury hears on day one of his trial.
Parents charged with 2yo's murder, torture after alleged hot bath
The parents of Brisbane toddler Maddilyn-Rose Stokes, who died in hospital after she was found unconscious and suffering severe burns late last month, are charged with her torture and murder.
Power prices should drop under Queensland plan: Palaszczuk
The Queensland Government is hoping to put “downward pressure” on power prices with a plan that includes directing electricity generator Stanwell to change its pricing policy.
Thurston and Slater looking good for Origin II
Maroons coach Kevin Walters gives a strong indication Queensland greats Johnathan Thurston and Billy Slater will be back for State of Origin II.
How to eat healthy over the winter months
Does winter see you reach for hot chips, sleep through your alarm and spend more time on the couch? Here are tips to help you keep in shape this winter.
Queensland woman stabbed in neck in London 'a gorgeous girl'
Candice Hedge, one of three Australians injured in a terror attack in London, was trying to hide from one of the terrorists when he spotted her, doubled back and stabbed her in the throat, family members tell the ABC.
Juggling mining jobs and Greens vote to challenge Queensland Government
The Palaszczuk Government will have a balancing act to perform in the lead up to the next election, as it tries to boost resources jobs in north Queensland while still appealing to the inner-city Greens vote in Brisbane, Josh Bavas writes.
Slater proves point to Maroons selectors following Origin snub
Billy Slater feels he has again put up a case for Queensland State of Origin selection following his scintillating display in Melbourne’s 40-12 defeat of Newcastle on Friday night.