After more than 150 years of only allowing men to become members, Brisbane’s Tattersall’s Club has voted to allow women to join.
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Heat opener Harris smashes fastest WBBL century off just 42 balls
A brutal batting performance sees Grace Harris bludgeon her way to the fastest century in WBBL history, as the Brisbane Heat hammer the Melbourne Stars at the Gabba.
Prison guards at Woodford walk off job over colleague's bashing
Concerned about workplace safety after one of their colleagues was bashed by an inmate, prison guards at Woodford Correctional Centre, north of Brisbane, are refusing to return to work.
'I'm too lazy, I'll just say it': Will that was recorded before man's death ruled to be valid
Jay Schwer’s girlfriend told him to make a will before picking up his new motorcycle, so he recorded one. He crashed his bike the same day and later died. A Supreme Court battle has seen his will ruled valid.
Why walkable city centres could make Australia richer
The ease at which people can move around their local CBD, even just to meet for coffee, will play an important role in the future success of business, a leading cities expert says.
'They've never seen it like this': Correctional officers fear for life in overcrowded Qld prisons
Prison guards say they are increasingly going to work under the promise of violence as Queensland’s prison population continues to escalate. With a guard attacked by an inmate just yesterday, the physical effect is evident, but guards say they are also struggling mentally.
'I have no family': Calls to adopt a granny as Christmas cheer fades for orphaned elderly
Orphaned aged care residents experiencing loneliness over the festive season say the idea of adopting a granny is a great initiative that would alleviate depression and spread some Christmas joy.
Queenslanders can now harvest wild crocodile eggs
Queensland crocodile farmers can now apply for a licence to hunt and gather eggs in the wild to hatch for luxury goods, under changes quietly introduced by the State Government.
Step aside craft beer — honey-based mead is making a comeback
The world’s oldest alcoholic drink makes a comeback and it’s gluten free — made from fermented honey.
Prison guard in hospital after being attacked by inmate at Woodford
A guard from Woodford Correctional Centre north of Brisbane has been rushed to hospital after being attacked by an inmate, and the prison has been placed in lockdown.