It is set to be another heavy day for firefighters in Queensland with more than 100 bushfires burning across the state, and very hot conditions exacerbating the fire threat.
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Man who counselled wife to kill herself using her emails to appeal conviction
A series of email communications allegedly written by Graham Morant’s wife to the group Exit International — which provides information on end-of-life matters — is one of four grounds of his appeal, after he was sentenced to 10 years in jail for counselling and assisting her suicide.
Concerns for Winfield, Stradbroke Island blazes but cyclone expected to miss Qld coast
Residents in Winfield, north of Bundaberg, have been advised to leave immediately as a bushfire burns near Baffle Creek, while concerns remain for the blaze burning on Stradbroke Island.
Brisbane Broncos sack Wayne Bennett
Wayne Bennett’s time as Brisbane coach has come to an end, with the Broncos terminating his contract a year early to pave the way for Anthony Seibold to take charge in 2019.
Body found in wheelie bin on Brisbane's southside
Police are investigating the death of a man whose body was found in a wheelie bin at Yeronga on Brisbane’s southside.
'They've been in tears': Souths coach blames Wayne Bennett for family toll during coaching saga
South Sydney coach Anthony Seibold has “had a gutful” of Brisbane counterpart Wayne Bennett following his decision to stay with the Broncos, saying the saga has had an unnecessary impact on his children.
Renshaw takes Test frustration out with triple ton in grade cricket
Former Australian Test opener Matthew Renshaw reminds selectors of his abilities with a record Queensland Premier cricket knock of 345 for Toombul against Wynnum-Manly.
Tiny town, massive waterslide: The gamble that put Kulin, WA, back on the map
It was the big idea that could have been a huge success or an expensive disaster, but more than 20 years later this little community is still reaping the benefits of a bold decision.
Bushfires to get 'angry' today as extreme heat grips Queensland
Residents in bushfire-affected areas of Queensland are being reminded to stay alert, with temperatures in parts of the state set to soar into the mid-40s today.
Putting beer and Ned Kelly on the map
A regional beer trail map, including a section where people can retrace the steps of Ned Kelly and his gang, has been launched at a craft beer festival at Albury on the New South Wales-Victoria border.