The death of Lady Flo Bjelke-Petersen prompts a mixture of tributes and tirades, as memories are reignited of the highly controversial Queensland political regime of her husband Sir Joh.
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Heat defy Stoinis-led Stars for BBL victory
The Brisbane Heat prove they can be a formidable opponent without Chris Lynn after weathering a Marcus Stoinis storm to prevail by 15 runs in their Big Bash League opener against the Melbourne Stars at the Gabba.
Wife charged with husband's murder at Brisbane home
A woman is charged with murder over the stabbing death of her husband, while their four-year-old son was in the house, following an alleged domestic dispute in Brisbane’s west.
Stalled Alpha coal mine venture could be preparing for fire sale, analysts say
There is speculation that the stalled Gina Rinehart-backed Alpha coal mine project in the Galilee Basin could be progressing, after the company lobbyist met with key opposition politicians during the Queensland election campaign, sparking predictions of an impending fire sale.
Lady Florence Bjelke-Petersen dies at 97
The former Nationals senator and wife of Queensland’s most controversial premier dies in a Kingaroy nursing home surrounded by family, after a short period of illness.
Oldest Queenslander Phyllis Lee dies at 110
Queensland’s oldest person Phyllis Lee, whose life story took in two world wars, the Great Depression, the introduction of television and the marvel of refrigeration, has died at the age of 110.
Former mining executive sentenced to life for smothering 6yo daughter
A 55-year-old former high-paid Brisbane mining executive is sentenced to life in prison for smothering his six-year-old daughter as part of a murder-suicide plan.
What's the story behind the men's and women's street names in Brisbane's CBD?
The right royal reason Brisbane’s male-named streets in the CBD all run in the same direction, and how a New South Wales governor got to pick how wide they would be.
Queensland man arrested in Bali on drug charges
A 35-year-old Queensland man could face up to 20 years in jail after being caught with nearly 20 grams of crystal methamphetamine and 14 ecstasy tablets.
Gold Coast bike ambulance trial success to extend to Brisbane
Bicycle ambulances are so effective in rapid response times on the Gold Coast that QAS will roll them out in Brisbane.