Queensland Health Minister Steven Miles hits out at federal counterpart Greg Hunt over a move to enforce restrictions on free breast screening to only people with a Medicare card, arguing it’s “racist” and “ridiculous”.
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No hint of teams on the edge: Origin's new era appreciated, but lacking heat
How State of Origin I played out may serve as a fresh start for rugby league’s showpiece event but time will tell whether this is a good thing, writes Richard Hinds.
'The size of my bum has nothing to do with you': Women's charity founder hits back at trolls
The woman behind a charity providing sanitary products to homeless women and victims of domestic violence is targeted by Facebook trolls over her appearance after she posed for a photoshoot in activewear.
Spike in solar panel installations 'could lead to blackouts'
A sharp rise in the number of solar rooftop installations in Queensland is creating major challenges for the electricity grid and could cause outages if the issue is not addressed, Energy Networks Australia says.
Fitting tribute for woman whose corsets revolutionised waist management
George Street in downtown Brisbane is home to high rises, bustling cafes and the courts precinct, but until the 1990s it was also home to an undergarment empire.
'Look at the big picture': University solar farm approved, despite backlash
Residents of a rural Queensland town say they are “extremely disappointed” a multi-million-dollar solar farm being built for UQ has been given the green light for construction on prime agricultural land.
New anti-corruption laws could have unforeseen consequences for Queensland democracy
The Queensland Government is being urged to address concerns new laws targeting council corruption have clogged the wheels of government in six regions.
New South Wales enjoy Origin I victory, as it happened
The celebrations will be sweet for Brad Fittler and his young New South Wales team after taking the spoils in State of Origin I against Queensland. Relive the action as it happened in our live blog.
Dashcam captures police smashing windscreen, pulling man free from burning car
Two police officers and a member of the public risk life and limb to free a man trapped in a burning car north of Brisbane. Dashcam footage shows the officers smashing in the windscreen as flames spring up from the car.
Clive Palmer says Queensland Nickel refinery in Townsville set to reopen
Embattled Queensland businessman Clive Palmer says QNI Resources has approved plans to reopen the Queensland Nickel refinery in Townsville, following its financial collapse in 2016.