Reigning champions Sydney Sixers complete an impressive opening weekend to their WBBL title defence with an imperious six-wicket derby win over Sydney Thunder.
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Clean-up after massive south-east Queensland storm could take weeks
Authorities say it may take until Christmas to clear all the debris from severe storms that hit parts of south-east Queensland over the weekend, as residents continue to assess the damage to their homes.
Queensland election: Pitt to be nominated for speaker, Trad for Treasurer
The Queensland Premier makes substantial changes to her Cabinet, including nominating Treasurer Curtis Pitt as Speaker and Deputy Premier Jackie Trad as the new Treasurer.
Finding the light when you're lost in loneliness
For a quarter of Australians loneliness is a regular part of their lives, but those who have suffered say there are ways out of the darkness.
Inland rail promises big benefits for the bush economy but can't save everyone
For some people, the impact of the inland rail project on their own properties is a burden worth shouldering. For others, it’s sparked acrimony and dissent. The ABC travelled the 1,700km inland rail corridor to hear their hopes, fears and ideas.
Harness racing stars charged with match-fixing
Three high-profile members of Queensland’s harness racing industry are arrested and charged with match-fixing as part of an ongoing police investigation into the sport.
Australia gets its first same-sex wedding magazine
An iconic Queensland bridal publishing house is this month launching Australia’s first same-sex wedding magazine in an effort to eliminate judgement and exclusion of gay couples.
Contentious Adani deal clears crucial hurdle
Adani’s mine site access deal with traditional owners wins the green light from native title authorities, months before a federal court ruling on whether the agreement is valid.
Cape York teenagers wow millions in US parades
How two teenagers from Cape York wound up performing to audiences thousands of times the size of their hometowns
Why Tim Nicholls couldn't convince Queenslanders to vote for him
On the campaign trail Tim Nicholls was affable, approachable and comfortable with almost anyone. But in the harsh world of politics, it became clear before the election that he wouldn’t become premier, writes Chris O’Brien.