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'I can do what I like': CFMEU fined more than $500,000 for workplace breaches
Three construction officials who deliberately broke workplace laws at sites in Queensland and Victoria cost their union close to $577,000 in fines, in what the Federal Court describes as “disgraceful and shameful” behaviour.
Why Toowoomba's success in refugee settlement is the example for regional Australia
Successful refugee settlement on Queensland’s Darling Downs is hailed as an example for councils Australia-wide.
'Culture of corruption': Damning report into Ipswich Council finds abuse of power
The Ipswich council allegedly had corrupt associations with property developers and employees received gifts and benefits in exchange for facilitating development applications, a new report finds.
The 'teenager of climate drivers' and how it affects our weather
There is a 50 per cent chance of an El Nino this summer, but it is just one piece in the climate puzzle. The Southern Annular Mode is another driver demanding attention.
'Like acid splashed in your eyes': Swimmer's vision damaged from recalled Zoggs goggle gel
A north Queensland triathlete has suffered “horrible pain” and damage to his eyes from a faulty anti-fog gel he used inside his goggles, and his doctor says the manufacturer’s recall should have been better advertised.
'We're at crisis point': Cyclists demand major changes to make roads safe
Bicycle advocacy groups in Brisbane are demanding reforms to heavy vehicle laws and an audit of statewide cycling infrastructure policy to keep riders safe.
A mother's now in jail after hiding her kids for years. Here's how she did it
A Queensland mother who claimed she was a domestic violence victim took her children into hiding, avoiding police for three years. For the first time she tells the story of how she did it, and how she was caught.
School holiday dates would be pushed back under plan to avoid summer heat
Many Queensland school students still sweat it out in steamy classrooms across the state, but this could change under a proposal to move the dates for the summer holidays.
Bluescope's recovery continues with profit up 119pc to $1.6b
Having looked in strife a few years ago, steelmaker Bluescope has continued its remarkable recovery aided by stripped down costs and higher prices.