George Street in downtown Brisbane is home to high rises, bustling cafes and the courts precinct, but until the 1990s it was also home to an undergarment empire.
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Massive UQ Warwick solar farm gets green light despite community objections
A solar farm being built for the University of Queensland near Warwick gets the nod from the local council despite some strong community concerns.
Anti-corruption move a slug to ratepayers in six regions, LGAQ says
The Queensland Government is being urged to address concerns new laws targeting council corruption have clogged the wheels of government in six regions.
Live: Origin I underway as Maroons battle Blues at packed MCG
Origin I is underway, with both NSW and Queensland fielding fresh-looking sides in front of a packed MCG crowd. Follow the action with our live blog.
Dashcam captures police smashing windscreen, pulling man free from burning car
Two police officers and a member of the public risk life and limb to free a man trapped in a burning car north of Brisbane. Dashcam footage shows the officers smashing in the windscreen as flames spring up from the car.
Clive Palmer says Queensland Nickel refinery in Townsville set to reopen
Embattled Queensland businessman Clive Palmer says QNI Resources has approved plans to reopen the Queensland Nickel refinery in Townsville, following its financial collapse in 2016.
Billion-dollar wind farm approved in central Queensland
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.
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.
Qld 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.