A third of Queensland police feel “burnt out” by their jobs and only a quarter feel the service’s recruitment and promotion decisions are fair, a staff survey shows.
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Penny-farthing class peddles love of iconic bicycle
A bicycle enthusiast is set to build his 100th penny-farthing alongside his TAFE students in Brisbane.
'Bad blood?': Powderfinger drummer surprised band played gig without him
Powderfinger’s drummer, who found out about a reunion performance at Splendour in the Grass via a text message from a friend in the crowd, is assured by Bernard Fanning it was a “spur of the moment” idea.
Zero to 26C: South-east Queensland rugs up, but not for long
Queenslanders who felt the chill this morning were not alone: Brisbane felt more like Canberra. But the BOM has advised people not to get too cosy, ahead of above-average temperatures later today.
Queensland Government to almost double free parking spaces at public hospitals
A Queensland mum has won a battle against hospital parking prices, after her online petition calling on the Government to intervene against profiteering garnered more than 8,000 signatures.
NSW beat Queensland in women's rugby league Interstate Challenge
NSW successfully defends its women’s rugby league title against Queensland with a 22-6 win in Wollongong.
Brisbane welcomes sailors as USS Ronald Reagan arrives
Thousands of American sailors flood into Brisbane for a well-earned shore break after the arrival of the nuclear-powered USS Ronald Reagan.
Childhood dream to channel crossing: Brisbane amputee to take on treacherous swim
Michael Powell wants to prove age and a disability are no match for a man with a dream who is prepared to do the work.
Prince Charles and Camilla to attend Gold Coast Commonwealth Games
Prince Charles and his wife Camilla are heading to the sunshine state for a royal tour during the Commonwealth Games next April, combining their official roles at the event with a luxury holiday.
Clive Palmer 'arrogant and bloody-minded', Mayor says
The Mayor of Townsville hits back at Clive Palmer denying responsibility for sacked Queensland Nickel workers, saying he is stifling the community and leaving a legacy of failed enterprises.