A major rescue operation is underway at Curragh coal mine after a roof collapse. One worker is missing, potentially trapped 1km underground, while two others were recovered. Follow for live updates.
As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, historians highlight the suburb of Herston's origins in a secret 19th-century gay relationship between Queensland's first premier and his attorney general.
Tropical Cyclone Hayley has unleashed torrential rain and destructive winds on North Queensland, causing severe flooding, evacuations, and widespread damage. Stay informed on the latest emergency updates.
Queensland government revokes planned ban on shooting flying foxes, a practice criticised as inhumane and ineffective. Conservationists urge investment in non-lethal netting.
Australia battles a severe weather trifecta: major floods in Queensland, extreme fire danger in South Australia, and Tropical Cyclone Hayley tracking towards WA. Stay informed on the latest warnings.
How a teenage reading of Ayn Rand's Atlas Shrugged shaped Gina Rinehart's worldview and drives her controversial bid to build a coal mine in Canada's Rocky Mountains. Explore the clash with environmentalists.
North Queensland faces days of torrential rain with up to 500mm forecast, triggering severe flood warnings and livestock threats. Stay informed with the latest BoM alerts.
Mamady Doumbouya, who led a 2021 coup promising democracy, is the clear favourite in Guinea's presidential vote. Critics call his candidacy a betrayal as he consolidates power.
The Boddington bushfire threat eases but residents cannot return home, while Queensland and the NT face severe flooding from monsoonal rain. Get the latest updates.
Residents in Western Australia are on high alert as an uncontained bushfire rages south-east of Perth, while Queensland faces flooding from a monsoon trough. Stay informed with the latest warnings.
Shocking footage captures a narrowboat falling into a huge sinkhole after a canal embankment collapsed in Shropshire. Three boats affected, 12 evacuated. No injuries reported.
A 43-year-old British national in Queensland has had his visa cancelled and faces deportation after being charged with displaying Nazi symbols and advocating violence against Jewish people online.
Explore the bitter rivalries and court battles behind Gina Rinehart's fortune. Is she a mining heiress or a self-made magnate? Listen to the Full Story podcast.
Explore the formidable legacy of Gina Rinehart, Australia's richest person, as she expands her iron ore empire amidst legal battles and immense influence. Discover the full story.
Queensland passes law banning puberty blockers for gender dysphoria in under-18s from 2031. Read the full details on the controversial new legislation and its implications.
An investigation reveals ex-Townsville mayor Troy Thompson promoted a wellness bracelet for epilepsy, sold by a business linked to his partner, despite lacking a formal diagnosis. Read the full exclusive.
Dramatic footage captures the moment a replica of New York's Statue of Liberty toppled over in strong winds in Brazil. No injuries were reported in the incident.
A damning report reveals a Queensland childcare worker's predatory abuse could have been halted on five separate occasions by authorities. Read the full investigation.
A Queensland Museum education programme sponsored by Shell is under fire for allegedly omitting fossil fuels as the primary cause of climate change in its teaching materials. Advocacy group demands review.
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games have unveiled their official slogan, 'Believe, Belong, Become'. Discover the vision behind the motto and its significance for Queensland.
Workers at a remote Northern Territory gold mine describe being caught in a massive, two-day dust storm. Experts warn climate change may increase frequency, posing health and environmental risks. Read the full report.
Secretive offshore courts allow foreign firms to sue the UK for lost profits, threatening sovereignty and climate action. Discover the chilling effect on democracy.
The Walkabout Creek hotel, famous from Crocodile Dundee film, has new owners who promise a welcoming atmosphere while honouring its cinematic legacy. Discover the pub's new chapter.
Documents reveal controversial police comments about Hannah Clarke's murder were part of a botched media strategy. Read the full investigation into Queensland police failures.
Queensland government suspends domestic violence death reviews despite rising fatalities. Experts warn this critical oversight could worsen the state's DV crisis. Urgent action needed.
Exploding feral pig populations are devastating Queensland's World Heritage rainforests, polluting waterways and destroying sacred Indigenous sites. Urgent action needed.
Queensland's corruption watchdog finds ex-Townsville mayor Troy Thompson fabricated cancer diagnosis and military history. Discover the full investigation findings.
Australia confronts devastating storms in Queensland while political battles intensify over environmental legislation. Stay informed on the latest developments.
Severe storms batter NSW, leaving one dead and thousands without power. Queensland faces prolonged heatwave with temperatures up to 8°C above average. Stay informed on recovery efforts.
Anti-Adani activist Ben Pennings declares victory as the mining giant drops its five-year legal case. Read the full story of this landmark environmental protest win.