In a high school gym in Queensland, a group of young students are dressed in Army fatigues and put through a series of military exercises as part of an experimental program designed to build character.
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Holman's brilliant double inspires Roar win over Phoenix
Brett Holman winds back the clock with two wonderful goals as Brisbane Roar pips Wellington Phoenix 4-3 in a classic at Lang Park.
Man tortured with aerosol used like flamethrower in Brisbane attack: police
Brisbane detectives charge two men with torture after they allegedly used a cigarette lighter and an aerosol like a flamethrower to burn a 64-year-old man during a two-hour ordeal overnight.
Queensland Reds snap losing streak against Kings
The Queensland Reds win for the first time in seven Super Rugby games, defeating the visiting Kings 47-34 at Lang Park.
No sign of baby koalas snatched from RSPCA carer enclosure
The RSPCA has no leads on the whereabouts of three joey koalas stolen from wildlife carer Sam Longman’s enclosure at her home near Brisbane, leaving the vet nurse confused as to why anyone would want to take them.
Baby koalas stolen from Brisbane home
Three baby koalas that require feeding and medication to survive are taken from the Brisbane home of an RSPCA wildlife carer, police say.
Broncos somehow beat Titans in frantic finish to all-Queensland clash
A last-gasp try to James Roberts has seen Brisbane to a stunning 24-22 win over the Titans that had more twists and turns in its final half-hour than most games have in 80 minutes.
Tasmanian swim star Ariarne Titmus rises with second national title
Rising Tasmanian swimming sensation Ariarne Titmus records a personal best time over 400 metres, claiming her second title at the national championships.
Brisbane YouTubers crowdfund their way to global violin tour
Brett Yang and Eddy Chen, known as Twoset Violin, raise $50,000 in just five days playing a rendition of their favourite violin piece on the streets of Sydney — helping realise their dreams of a world tour.
Fish found dead after toxic chemical spill at Brisbane Airport
Leaked firefighting foam containing PFOA is believed to be responsible for the death of marine life in waters at Brisbane Airport, the Queensland Government confirms, as residents are advised to avoid seafood consumption from the area in the short-term.