Queensland’s new Deputy Premier, Andrew Fraser, was sworn in today, just a day after celebrating his 35th birthday. And there’s change afoot in Canberra too with Prime Minister Julia Gillard announcing major reforms within the Labor Party. Ben Crock reports.
A Brisbane man claims he was so intimidated by the tactics of a door-to-door sales team, from an energy company, he had to flee to his home. The Energy Ombudsman says hundreds of complaints about aggressive retailers are lodged each …
Firefighters in Canberra have battled for more than eight hours to bring a massive chemical blaze under control. The factory fire erupted at midnight, sending flames hundreds of metres into the air and releasing thick clouds of potentially toxic smoke. …
With the summer storm season almost upon us householders are being urged to clean up around their properties. Free dump sites have been set up as an incentive to clear backyards of rubbish, which could become dangerous in wild weather. …
Brisbane scientists have developed a new food source set to improve the livelihoods of 60-million people living in poverty in south-east Asia. A new fast-growing prawn, developed here at the Queensland University of Technology, has already been introduced to the …
The Broncos have had their last training session ahead of their sudden-death clash with the Dragons this weekend. Coach Anthony Griffin says they’re prepared and aren’t underestimating the battle they face. Rebecca Oakley reports.
Brisbane’s Samoan community came together today to farewell six of the eleven people killed in last month’s house fire at Slacks Creek. Hundreds of mourners congregated at Mt Gravatt’s Hillsong Christian Church to pay their respects and say goodbye. Michelle …
Sidonie Thompson was remembered today in a memorial for family, friends and the Somerville House school community. It was a solemn occasion to give thanks for a beloved young girl who was murdered at her home. Jane Schon reports.
Ipswich is celebrating an award that might come as a surprise after the devastation the southern Queensland city experienced just six months ago. It’s the winner of the Queensland Sustainable Communities award and will now compete for the national title. …
International Swiss tennis player Roger Federer has arrived in Sydney ahead of the Davis Cup tie that begins on Friday. Federer missed out on the US Open title this week but local player, Lleyton Hewitt says Federer will be a …