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Queensland told to prepare to reopen before Christmas

Queensland's chief health officer says people should "prepare and hope" for the state's borders to reopen in time for Christmas.

Slater named as next Queensland Origin coach

Queensland rugby league champion Billy Slater has been confirmed as the Maroons' new coach, replacing Paul Green on a two-year deal.

Dinosaurs wagged their tails while running

Researchers have some bad news for the producers of the next action thriller featuring razor-toothed dinosaurs chasing their next meal. It turns out the hulking creatures actually ran with a cute little wag of the tail.

A century since 75 killed in mining disaster

It's been 100 years since one of Australia's worst mining disasters claimed 75 lives when an explosion caused a fireball west of Cairns.

One new case as Queensland brings major jab push

Queensland has recorded one new case of COVID-19 in the community as the state kicks off a major vaccination push, with some sites already hitting capacity as they begin to welcome walk-ins.

Sculpture show goes on despite lockdowns

One of Australia's biggest outdoor art shows has managed to defy COVID-19 despite the enforced absence of some star exhibitors.

Truckie rams into Queensland-NSW border

An interstate truck driver has been arrested by Queensland Police after ramming through a border-checkpoint at an inland town 300km west of Brisbane.

Two new local COVID-19 cases in Queensland

There have been two new cases of COVID-19 in Queensland, both linked to a Brisbane school where a girl tested positive last week.

NSW/Queensland border bubble reinstated

The NSW-Queensland border bubble is operating again, allowing people in northern NSW who aren't locked down to travel north of the border for essential work, school or medical reasons.

Five new COVID-19 cases in Queensland but no lockdown

Queensland has recorded five new local COVID-19 cases but will avoid locking down for now, the state's premier says. 

Third COVID-19 case emerges in Brisbane

A Brisbane university worker, who is a relative of a Brisbane schoolgirl who has COVID-19, has also tested positive for the virus.

Queensland to open border bubble for 12 NSW LGAs

Queensland says a border bubble with 12 NSW local government areas will come into effect on Monday.

Warriors lock in Redcliffe as 2022 home

There was relief in the Warriors camp when it was confirmed on Wednesday night they'll spend a third NRL season in Australia.

Man free after threatening Queensland premier

A man found guilty of threatening Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk over border closures has walked free from court.

Suncorp Stadium to host NRL grand final

Brisbane will host this year's NRL grand final with Suncorp Stadium confirmed to be the first venue outside of Sydney to hold the event.

Smith promotes Slater as Queensland Origin coach

Cameron Smith has pushed Billy Slater's name further to the top of the pile as the next Queensland coach.

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