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Queensland Maritime Museum fights for survival after cyber attacks

QMM has launched an online petition calling for it to be included in the Queensland Museum Network, part of the state-government funded Arts Queensland.

'Ripple effect': Fire fans fears of longer-term impacts on Fraser Island

The bushfires and their impact on Fraser Island in late November, still burning almost two months after being sparked by an alleged illegal and poorly extinguished campfire.

An escalation in the weeks-long battle to contain bushfires which have burned half of the World Heritage-listed island has done little to ease concerns for those who frequent it.

Ex-Socceroo Brett Holman sues Brisbane Roar

Holman, 36, made 38 appearances for the Roar in the 2016-17 and 2017-18 seasons, before suffering a serious knee injury.

Albanese insists Labor's values are sound amid Queensland fears

Anthony Albanese says he is "all about jobs" following the COVID-induced recession and will continue to promote the participation of women in the workforce.

The Labor leader has dismissed suggestions the party has strayed from its core values to pursue niche interests amid growing concerns within his ranks that it is not doing enough to win back its traditional voter base.

Intelligence review recommends biggest overhaul of national security laws since 1980s

ASIO will be able to spy on Australians who have been working for a foreign power when they return from overseas under the overhaul of laws.

As it happened: India take series lead as concussion sub Chahal stars with the ball

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Concussion substitute Yuzvendra Chahal claimed three wickets and was named man of the match as India held on by 11 runs to take a 1-0 series lead.

Indigenous lyrics to super charge Australian anthem

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper and prop Allan Alaalatoa with Olivia Fox, who will sing the Australian national anthem in the Eora language of the Gadigal people before the Wallabies play Argentina at Bankwest Stadium on Saturday.

An Indigenous Sydney schoolgirl will perform Australia's anthem in two languages ahead of the Wallabies match on Saturday.

This weekend looks like a good one to spend at a beach.

State set for dangerous storms and severe heatwave

The Bureau of Meteorology expects the resurgent heatwave to push the mercury into the 40s once again this weekend.

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The fire on Fraser Island, which has been burning for six weeks, has ravaged half of the island.
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UNESCO to be briefed on Fraser Island fire damage 

Analysis of the damage to the World Heritage-listed island will be passed to the United Nation's management body once the fires still burning are contained.

Queensland man charged with sharing child abuse material through Wickr

The child sex abuse royal commission is hearing evidence about the nature, cause and impact of offending.

Two mobile phones and a tablet, containing child abuse material and two hard drives were seized during a raid at the man's home on Thursday.

Huge residential towers set for Brisbane's oldest suburb - and some residents aren't happy

Development of new unit block at Kangaroo Point is right beside the heritage-listed Thornclyffe homestead built circa 1886. The Queensland Heritage Council has been asked if the development meets approvals.

Almost 1000 new units are planned for just one street in Brisbane's Kangaroo Point. Now residents are saying, 'Enough is enough.'

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Gateway Motorway reopens after truck, ute crash blocks three lanes

One person has been transported to hospital in a stable condition, with lengthy delays expected.

The crash blocked all but one northbound lane near the Nudgee Golf Course for almost 90 minutes, according to police.

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Queenslander guilty of raping niece, despite 'inadequate' police investigation

A former northern beaches teacher has been charged with historical sexual abuse offences.

The offender was found guilty of three counts of rape and one count of sexual assault last month.

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'Unnecessary and tacky': The Christmas trends to say goodbye to

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‘We had to start from scratch’: 7 crucial things to consider before a reno

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Meg Lanning celebrates with teammates after winning the ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

Women's T20 side, Eales claim top honours at Sport Australia awards

Australia won the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at the MCG in March, beating India in front of 86,174 people, in what was considered one of, if not the most significant moment in Australian female team sporting history. 

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NRL biosecurity expert predicts players won't be forced to take COVID-19 vaccine

The NRL's Project Apollo biosecurity expert says because the vaccine is new the "side-effect profile" may mean some players do not want to take it.

Hunter Paisami at Wallabies training ahead of their season ending clash with Argentina.

How Hunter Paisami climbed from building sites to Wallabies regular inside a year

Hunter Paisami will make history when he lines up at inside centre for the Wallabies tomorrow night. Just 12 months ago, he nearly called it quits.

Pucovski's move to the top of the order has been a masterstroke.

Mindfulness over matter: Struggles steel Pucovski's desire to succeed

The batting prodigy has learnt more about himself since his concussion in a school football training accident six years ago than some people learn in a lifetime.

Optus Sport has surpassed Foxtel in popularity amongst football fans, according to research from the Gemba Group.

Why Optus and Stan are well-placed in Australia's sports streaming wars

An analysis of the streaming landscape by the Gemba Group has found most Australian consumers have maxed out their monthly spend on sport and entertainment platforms.

The Australian Open is set to be held from February 8-21.

Victoria to help Tennis Australia with multimillion-dollar Open delay, quarantine costs

Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas said the government would help with costs because the tournament is important for the state, and for Tennis Australia's survival. 

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A comprehensive look ahead to how every club's list is placed ahead of next Wednesday's national draft.

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