Costigan booted from LNP | Northern flood threat increases | Sister's fury over double deaths

Costigan booted from LNP over harassment claim

Queensland MP Jason Costigan has been expelled from the LNP following reports of a “disturbing” harassment claim against him.

Doorknocking begins as northern flood threat rises

Police and soldiers are doorknocking about 100 homes in Townsville warning of flash-flooding as torrential rainfall pounds North Queensland from Cairns to Bowen to Mount Isa.

Driver's reading too high for breathalyser

A Queensland man tracked down by police after reports of a drink driver had a blood alcohol reading so high, it was too much for the breathalyser, a court has heard. And that's not the only ...

Sister's fury as stunned community reacts to double death

The sister of a Rockhampton doctor involved in an alleged murder suicide says she's angry at her brother and struggling to comprehend the act.

Teacher booted after student relationship

A married teacher who expressed her love for an ex-student, stayed overnight at his residence and kissed him has had her teacher registration cancelled.

Burns repays faith as top order drops bundle

Australia made the worst possible start to the second Test against Sri Lanka before Joe Burns and Travis Head combined to help dig the team out of a huge hole. Follow our live coverage....

Ex-teacher, gym coach jailed for 42K child porn files

A Queensland man has sentenced to three years' jail after a police taskforce caught him sharing child porn images and videos.

OP? ATAR? A lot of fuss over nothing

The OP system benefited some schools to the detriment of others and it’s a relief that it’s gone. The scores your kids achieve as they finish school are ultimately inconsequential these ...

Shorten’s drive showcases a PM in waiting

Bill Shorten is a man on a mission. His confidence is noticeable. His ability to fend off tough questions is credible. And his ability to connect with Queensland voters is starting to become...

‘It’s an emotional day’: Curtain draws on NightQuarter

It will be an evening of tears and goodbyes as NightQuarter prepares for its close tonight. But the popular venue will be going out with a bang. Here’s what’s to expect.