Scott Ludlam and Larissa Waters have made shock announcements that they are leaving the Senate. So what exactly is going on, and why are they having to stand down?
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Indigenous artist accuses Australian Border Force of racial profiling
A prominent Indigenous artist from Queensland alleges he was racially profiled and “interrogated” by Australian Border Force staff on his return to Australia from a diplomatic trip to Indonesia.
Who is Larissa Waters?
Canadian-born deputy Greens leader Larissa Waters is resigning from the Senate after realising she had not renounced her dual citizenship when running for office. Here’s a look at her political career up to now.
Tearful Larissa Waters quits Senate in latest Greens citizenship bungle
Deputy Greens leader Larissa Waters resigns from the Senate after realising she holds dual citizenship — less than a week after Scott Ludlam quit following a similar eligibility scandal.
Is too much pressure being placed on prep students?
A former primary school teacher of 30 years believes prep students are being pushed to learn too early and therefore losing their love of education.
More bus driver strikes coming, as fog compounds industrial action
Bus drivers are expected to strike again tomorrow in Brisbane after a two-hour strike today, with commuter disruptions compounded by a thick, slow-moving fog.
Veteran police officer's computer hacking charge 'absolutely disgraceful'
Many Queensland police officers feel they cannot properly investigate cases due to concerns they will be accused of improperly accessing the QPRIME database, the state’s police union says.
Vodka an absolute lifesaver for Tipsy the cat
It is not common for a black cat to be linked with good luck, but for one Queensland tomcat, it was luck, and a dose of vodka that spared one of his nine lives after he was poisoned with antifreeze.
Indigenous students share culture through music and technology
Queensland Indigenous students create a series of songs and music videos to share their pride in their culture.
Brisbane commuters warned of delays ahead of bus driver strike
Early-morning commuters in Brisbane are being told to plan for major delays with more than 400 bus drivers striking over the next two days.