Paddle boarders risk $30k fine to free humpback whale trapped in shark net
The group says it reported the distressed whale in waters off the Sunshine Coast to authorities but when no-one had arrived almost an hour later, they took action fearing it was "drowning".
One in five commuters turn to smart ticketing on Brisbane River ferries
Trials on buses are also still planned to commence "operator by operator" later this year, but state operator Translink won't say if it will begin on Brisbane City Council buses in 2024.
When Matt's relationships all failed, he recognised the 'common denominator was me' and he needed change
Matt feels ashamed when he sees the recent increase in domestic violence-related stories. He recognises he was forming his own dangerous coercive control traits before he voluntarily sought help from a men's behaviour change program.
Forget the COVID years, international tourists are spending big and breaking records
Australia is proving a winner with international travellers, with new data showing they are staying longer and often spending more than before the pandemic.
Bonza's directors accused of trading while insolvent, creditors may walk away with nothing
Administrators for collapsed airline Bonza say the company likely traded while insolvent, with the company's directors to be referred to the corporate regulator for investigation.
Paedophile water polo coach deported from UK after he was found working as children’s lifeguard
A paedophile water polo coach convicted of grooming a child for sex in Australia has been deported from the UK after the ABC found him working as a children's lifeguard at a family water park.
End of an era as LifeFlight comes under state government's wing
The Royal Automobile Club of Queensland has been LifeFlight's key sponsor for 30 years — that is about to change as an organisation that provides vital services broadens its span.
When Zoe's son died by suicide, Doodle Lady was born
The day after Zoe Strickland's son took his own life, she picked up a Sharpie pen and drew a picture. It would become the first entry in a series of grief diaries, and the birth of her stick figure character, Doodle Lady.
Volunteering at 101 years old
Mary Norris is almost 101 and says the volunteer work at her local church is a highlight of her week.
Billionaire Clive Palmer axes plans for huge vintage car museum at 11th hour
The Sunshine Coast Council was due to vote on the controversial project, but Mr Palmer's company withdrew the development application hours beforehand.
Mary's not-so-secret side hustle to health and happiness at 101
At 101 years of age, Mary Norris' secret to health and longevity isn't a special diet — but it does take place in the kitchen.
Home builders face increased costs and waiting times due to looming hardwood timber shortage, industry says
Those looking to build a new home in a state "bursting at the seams" could face higher costs and longer completion times due to a looming shortage of hardwood.
'Life will still go on' after successful Kabi Kabi native claim in south-east Queensland
Indigenous elders say a landmark native title claim in heavily urbanised and tourist destinations of south-east Queensland will not change the way people enjoy or live in the area.
Robert Irwin stays silent on his Pauline Hanson defamation threat as deadline passes
Pauline Hanson's One Nation party ignored Robert Irwin's demand the video be removed by 5pm on Monday, with the son of Steve Irwin portrayed alongside Bluey in unapproved political messaging ahead of October's state election.
Kabi Kabi people awarded native title over 365,345 hectares of land on Sunshine Coast
The determination marks the first occasion on Australia's east coast where native title has been recognised in a heavily urbanised area.
Sharks caught on camera taking fishers' catch raises concern about increased interaction
A professional fisherman says he is "racing" sharks almost every time he brings in his catch, and that shark numbers are making it almost impossible to fish in certain areas.
'Own goal': One Nation mocks Robert Irwin's legal threat to sue over cartoon
One Nation published a two-minute video on Friday called 'The State of Queensland' which used Robert Irwin and popular children's character Bluey to mock the state government over perceived failings ahead of the election in October.
Whatever happened to Golden Fleece, Australia's first oil company?
There are probably a few things that come to mind when reminiscing about long road trips across Australia between the 1950s and '70s. Things like overheating cars, AM radio and the unmistakable icon of the Golden Fleece.
Australia faces critical shortage of children's antibiotic as whooping cough cases soar
Families say they are having to visit up to 10 pharmacies to find a key medication used to treat chest infections, whooping cough, and other respiratory issues in children.
'I just feel heartbroken': Sacked staff from collapsed airline Bonza chase their entitlements
Hundreds of employees of embattled budget airline Bonza are told their employment has been officially terminated at an online meeting.
State government not 'fair dinkum' over handling of Queensland pumped hydro projects, LNP claims
But Queensland's opposition faces growing pressure to explain its own policies so voters can decide at October's state election.
'Never too young' to talk about safety, murdered schoolboy's father says, after students approached
Bruce Morcombe is urging parents to talk to their children about personal safety after reports a stranger has approached several students in regional Victoria.
Sunshine Coast hinterland's bid to attract stargazers by becoming Dark Sky Reserve
Renowned for its multi-million-dollar wedding industry, Queensland's Sunshine Coast hinterland hopes to add stargazing to its tourism drawcard.
Big Pineapple shining bright as state's big thing is back on show
Visitors will soon be able to ride the Plantation Train again, which once carried then-Prince Charles and Princess Diana around the grounds.
With no more middlemen, these family farms have saved themselves with agritourism
Facing closure, Kay Tommerup saved her family's dairy farm by cutting ties with processors and embracing agritourism. Now she wants to change the future for other small farmers.