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Two high-profile Liberals defect to One Nation – as it happened

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'Be like him': Cowboys warrior fires Luki's Origin push

North Queensland forward Heilum Luki has overcome two ACL injuries to put himself in Queensland contention as he aims to follow in Reuben Cotter's footsteps.

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Labor hangs on for victory in tight by-election

Labor has won a tight Queensland by-election, but the party's leader has been forced to defend his position after voters veered towards the governing LNP.

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Cowboy outshines Roosters No.7 in 'gritty' Qld shootout

North Queensland have overcome two sin-binnings to beat the Sydney Roosters 18-12 as Cowboys half Jake Clifford enhanced his Queensland selection hopes.

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Invasive fire ants continue march into inner-city park

The discovery of fire ants in an inner Brisbane park raises questions about efforts to contain the spread of the invasive species ahead of the Olympics.

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LNP falls ‘agonisingly short’ in Stafford byelection as Labor suffers swing against it

Opposition expected to retain the northern Brisbane seat, with Luke Richmond ahead of Fiona Hammond by around 700 votes

The Guardian - AU

'Ready to go back': Cobbo makes Maroons statement

Selwyn Cobbo has made a late charge for a Queensland recall in State of Origin as his Dolphins teammate Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reveals why he deserves it.

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The ‘Ross and Rachel’ of Queensland parliament ignite slanging match over MPs’ romantic lives

This week’s descent into ‘rumours and innuendoes’ has left both the government and opposition bruised

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'Similar to Alf': Maroons selector gives Walker a boost

Darren Lockyer insists Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker will show he is no defensive liability in his final club game ahead of Queensland selection.

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Maroons back youth policy despite Origin series loss

Queensland coach Nathan Cross will retain selection faith in his young team despite NSW taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the Women's State of Origin series.

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5 snake-filled waters in Queensland surrounded by rainforest and wetlands

Queensland’s waterways pass through rainforests, floodplains, mangrove systems and heavily populated coastal regions, creating habitats where snakes remain active throughout much of the year. Warm temperatures and frequent rainfall support large populations of fish, frogs and small mammals, which naturally attract predators into rivers, lakes and tidal channels. Some species…

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NSW survive nail-biting finish to claim second straight Women’s State of Origin series

Queensland go down 10-14 to New South Wales in game 2 after stunning try-savers deny Maroons’ Jasmine Peters twice

The Guardian - AU

It's Blue heaven as NSW retain women's Origin shield

Jesse Southwell, Teagan Berry and Jess Sergis all starred as NSW retained the women's State of Origin shield with a game-two defeat of Queensland.

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In the 1960s, Australian farmers digging through Queensland wetlands uncovered strange skulls that sparked debate over whether early Australians looked archaic

Fossils found at Kow Swamp, Australia, initially suggested archaic human presence due to robust skulls. However, later studies revealed these features could be due to cranial deformation, not ancient lineage. Analysis of leg bones and subsequent DNA studies confirmed the remains belonged to anatomically modern humans, highlighting the importance of…

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New South Wales win back-to-back Women’s Origin series – as it happened

Despite a scare in the final minute the Blues hold on to defeat Queensland 10-14 in the second game of the series

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Former premier apologises for contempt of parliament

A former state premier has apologised for misleading parliament as government integrity looms as a key issue in an upcoming by-election.

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'Like the mafia': whistleblower outlines union tactics

A workplace health and safety whistleblower has told an inquiry the regulator's failure to stand up to a rogue union showed a lack of leadership.

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Olympic planning queried in affair corruption referral

A relationship between senior ministers has triggered a corruption watchdog referral over possible conflicts of interest in Olympic venue and grant decisions.

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'I'd be ready': Jojo takes 'Rat' line to Origin dream

Gold Coast centre Jojo Fifita has thrived under the tutelage of coach Josh Hannay as he enters the frame for a Queensland debut in State of Origin.

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Key Broncos need form bounce to crack Maroons side

Brisbane trio Reece Walsh, Ezra Mam and Ben Hunt are all in contention for Queensland's State of Origin side ahead of the team being named. .

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No worries: enjoy sun, sea and serenity on this restorative Australian holiday

This relaxing route takes you from the tropics of north Queensland to bountiful Perth via Australia’s cultural capital, Melbourne. If you’re looking to wine, dine and unwind then this is the trip for you

The Guardian - AU

It’s parliament, not Love Island: Queensland’s ministerial affair drama becomes a sordid distraction

Tuesday’s question time seemed more suited to prime time; full of sordid allegations, only the cast seems far less likable

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Val Holmes shakes off shoulder issue ahead of Origin

A favourite of Queensland coach Billy Slater, Val Holmes has shaken off a shoulder injury in time to remain an option for the State of Origin series opener.

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Datacentres should be forced to invest in wind and solar energy, all states agree – except Queensland

State and federal energy ministers say investments in new renewable energy and storage should ‘fully offset’ new datacentres’ energy needs

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'Need to do more': Labor to lift lid on housing reform

Australians are under financial pressure and the government cannot "just sit back", the prime minister says, as his treasurer prepares to hand down the budget.

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