Super tough and weighing less than a small child, new-generation mountain bikes are enjoying a high-tech metamorphosis, giving an even greater edge to elite riders like Australia’s newly crowned junior world champion Cameron Wright.
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'Interactive time machine' offers look at Brisbane of yesteryear
An “interactive time machine” gives Brisbane residents a chance to look back on just how far the city has come over the past century.
CCC officers search Logan City Council chambers and address councillors
Crime and Corruption Commission officers execute a search warrant on the Logan City Council and address councillors about the watchdog’s ongoing investigation.
Phones run hot as LNP contenders consider leadership spill
At least three, and possibly four, LNP MPs are understood to be counting supporters and considering their positions ahead of a possible leadership challenge in the wake of the party’s poor showing in the state election.
Dam engineers 'bet against' BOM rain forecasts, flood class action hearing told
Dam engineers were fixated on avoiding minor damage in Queensland’s 2011 floods a class action court case hears and their inaction caused catastrophic inundations and destruction.
Man rescued from flooded car as heavy rain triggers flash flooding in parts of Queensland
Flash flooding grips parts of southern Queensland on another day of heavy rain and authorities say a man is lucky to escape unhurt after driving his car into floodwaters at Gympie.
As it happened: Australian top order collapses but hosts on top
England bowlers cause some mischief when Steve Smith opts not to enforce the follow-on after England falls 215 runs short of Australia’s total in its first innings.
Workers with autism thrive in new program recognising unique skill set
Matt Ormiston knows his 12-year-old son Joshua will face challenges throughout his life that his older sisters won’t, especially when it comes to getting a job. Which is why he’s part of a drive to recruit more workers with autism for the ANZ bank.
Spearfisherman dies in hospital after north Queensland diving incident
It is understood the 25-year-old spearfisherman got into trouble while taking part in a memorial event on Saturday for a young spearfisherman who died some years ago.
Father eligible for parole after sentencing for baby daughter's manslaughter
Rick Cataldo is sentenced to eight years in jail, but is already eligible for parole, for the manslaughter of his infant daughter who suffered multiple skull and rib fractures in the days leading up to her death.