A 195-turbine wind farm approved by the Queensland Government will be one of the largest in Australia, and is predicted to generate 3 per cent of the state’s electricity needs.
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Sunbaking crocodiles descend on north Queensland swimming holes
Queensland’s Environment Department confirms it is investigating crocodile sightings near two popular swimming spots in the state’s north.
Premier promised not to fund Adani, but documents reveal it's still on table
The Palaszczuk Government is still considering covering the estimated $100 million upfront cost of road access for Adani’s Queensland mine, documents obtained under right to information laws show.
It's Queensland's birthday! Celebrate by taking on the 'Quiz-lander'
Today marks 159 years since Queensland officially separated from New South Wales and became an independent colony. To celebrate we’ve got a 10-question quiz to put even the most loyal Queenslander to the test.
Queensland woman charged with drink driving after riding horse to bottle shop
A woman who allegedly rode a horse to the local bottle shop while she was more than four times over the legal alcohol limit, will face court on a rather unique drink-driving charge.
Bundaberg escaped prisoner captured after three-hour search
A man who escaped custody in Bundaberg this morning, sparking a three-hour search and forcing streets in lockdown, is captured by police.
Coaching gambles shape State of Origin I as a journey into the unknown
Blues coach Brad Fittler’s punt on untried State of Origin tyros and the blooding of new faces by Maroons counterpart Kevin Walters make it anyone’s guess as to who will come out on top in game one at the MCG.
Queensland Rail's overtime bill hits $41 million since 'rail fail'
Queensland Rail forks out nearly $1 million a fortnight for crew overtime during an 18-month period, a figure the State Opposition describes as “obscene”.
Michael Morgan to replace Slater as Maroons injury toll mounts
Michael Morgan will start at full-back, and Anthony Milford will come off the bench, but the fitness questions are still swirling for the Maroons ahead of Origin I.
Tradies, carers among winners as parking permits go online
Carers, tradies and car share schemes will have better access to parking around Brisbane under changes to local laws.