Child safety officers are to be put in emergency rooms at hospitals across Queensland as part of the State Government’s response to the death of Caboolture toddler Mason Jet Lee.
Category: ABC News – Brisbane Latest Updates
Release of Mason Jet Lee report could jeopardise court matters: DPP
In an unprecedented move, Queensland’s Director of Public Prosecution attends today’s Cabinet meeting to advise the Government not to release the Child Death Review Panel report sparked by the death of Caboolture toddler Mason Jet Lee in 2016, fearing it will prejudice criminal proceedings.
White spot levy angers out-of-pocket prawn farmers
Queensland seafood farmers say it is unfair they could be charged millions for a levy to combat the white spot disease, claiming the outbreak has nothing to do with them and is the fault of biosecurity officials.
Does cooler weather improve our sense of smell?
As the seasons change and we edge closer to winter, is it possible that our sense of smell becomes heightened?
Gold Coast rapper racks up $621 bill and does a runner into surf, police say
Gold Coast man gorges himself on oyster shooters, lobster and beer at Main Beach’s Omeros Bros Restaurant and then flees into the surf without paying his bill, a Queensland court hears.
Courier tips Kyrgios for world top five in 2017
The US Davis Cup coach Jim Courier says it is exciting for everyone in tennis watching Nick Kyrgios’ big improvement in 2017, which he says can lead to a world top five ranking.
Kyrgios clinches Davis Cup tie for Australia with win over Querrey
Nick Kyrgios seals the deal, with his win over American Sam Querrey putting Australia into the Davis Cup semi-finals.
Pacquiao-Horn fight confirmed for Lang Park on July 2
The Queensland Government confirms approval for Jeff Horn to face welterweight world champion boxer Manny Pacquiao in Brisbane in July.
SANZAAR to announce changes to Super Rugby competition
SANZAAR is expected to announce a decision on the format of Super Rugby at 6pm (AEST) on Sunday, with a number of teams facing possible axing from the competition.
12yo boy charged after man stabbed in back
A boy is charged with one count of wounding after a man was stabbed in the back outside a Brisbane restaurant in what police say was a random attack.