Queensland tourism’s biggest problem revealed

A survey of Queenslanders has found one issue nominated as the biggest problem facing tourism in the state, almost four times as many as the next issue.

More farms to make way for development

Brisbane’s urban sprawl is gobbling up market gardens, ‘farms’ and agricultural land. So what remains, and what’s like to go next?

Well-paid teachers brace to defend cushy conditions

The Queensland Government is preparing to tussle with the Teachers’ Union over cushy conditions that see some trainers spend less time than you’d expect in the classroom.

Are Origin coaches trying to ‘out-weird’ each other?

If you thought State of Origin was getting strange when Freddy Fittler brought in yoga and salsa, it seems the Blues coach is now headed off the planet, writes MIKE COLMAN.

Female teacher on trial for seducing a student

A female teacher plied a 16-year-old student with alcohol and cigarettes before allegedly seducing him at secluded North Queensland locations, a court has heard.

The cheapest fuel closest to you

The cost of petrol is one of the biggest burdens for households especially when prices climb. So how do you find the cheapest petrol closest to you?

Building industry shutdown looms

It’s feared the construction industry will come to a grinding halt if urgent action isn’t taken over an “insurance crisis”.

Quirky restaurant lacks cracking coach

Like the space, the menu has its quirks. But this Brisbane hotel signature restaurant needs more than a star player in the kitchen to play in the big leagues.

Bad union bosses killing their own movement

From the Eureka Stockade to award wages, penalty rates and superannuation, unions have been part of the great Australian Settlement that created social equality. Or at least they were until ...

Kyrgios backs Barty, sledges Murray

Nick Kyrgios took a break from his Wimbledon preparations to heap praise on Ash Barty, double down on his recent feud with Novak Djokovic and have a sly dig at Andy Murray.