Brisbane man Michael Powell, who lost part of his left leg in a tractor accident when he was four, completes one of the world’s most gruelling physical challenges by swimming the English Channel.
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'You will be epically missed': Sister remembers man allegedly murdered by brother
The sister of Gold Coast suspected murder victim Reece Clarke posts a heartfelt tribute to her brother on Facebook, after their sibling Ethan allegedly doused him with petrol and set him alight.
Passenger headbutts Brisbane bus driver over concession request
A Brisbane bus driver has facial injuries after being headbutted by a passenger who was asked to show his concession card.
From the Cape to the catwalk: Sharing Indigenous culture through fashion
Two Cairns fashion designers are chosen to represent Australia at the World Indigenous Fashion Week in the Seychelles in October.
Negative political ads set to rise in Queensland as election looms
You’re about to be bombarded with negative political ads in Queensland and here’s why you won’t turn off.
New skipper Bassett leads Diamonds to victory over England
A wonderful captaincy debut from shooter Caitlin Bassett leads Australia’s Diamonds to a win in their Quad Series opener against England.
Teen killed in crash on Centenary Highway, west of Brisbane
A 19-year-old teenager is killed in a fiery car crash on the Centenary Highway at Ripley, west of Brisbane, prompting a reminder from authorities about the responsibilities that come with holding a driver’s licence.
Man charged with murder after allegedly setting housemate on fire
A man is charged with murder after allegedly throwing petrol on another man and setting him alight at a house on Queensland’s Gold Coast early this morning.
Fire damages building at Inala shops in Brisbane's south-west
Up to 50 firefighters are needed to bring a big blaze under control at a shopping centre in Brisbane’s south-west early on Saturday morning.
Tech start-up boom puts Queensland in second place nationally
Move over Bill Gates — there are some new kids on the tech start-ups block, and a growing number are coming from Queensland.