A 52-year-old bus driver from Townsville is charged with five counts of dangerous driving causing death or grievous bodily harm over a crash that killed three people in June.
Divisive digger executed for murdering civilians won't have name added to war memorial, council rules
A proposal to add Harry "Breaker" Morant's name to a large public memorial has been knocked back, after Adelaide councillors were warned that commemorating the convicted war criminal would risk "reputational damage" to the entire city.
Photo shows A statue of a soldier riding a horse on top of a monument with names listedMulti-billion-dollar wind farm proposed in outback could power more than 200,000 homes
The project, near the Queensland town of Hughenden, would see one of the biggest wind farms in the country built in the state's north west.
Photo shows A wind turbine blade lying on the ground waiting to be installed.Heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast across Queensland, with potential for localised flash flooding
Heavy rain could lead to flash flooding across south-east Queensland this week, with the weather bureau warning of dangerous surf conditions and predicting "a few thunderstorms in the mix as well".
Photo shows Low-handing clouds cover mountains in the distance, viewed from across coastal waters.Are dog owners less lonely? Researchers say there might be a link
Dog owners were found to be more resilient, while cat owners were more susceptible to the negative impacts of stress, according to 321-person survey conducted by James Cook University.
Photo shows A photo of a cat on a bed next to a photo of a puppy.Coral Sea's hottest summer in 400 years puts Great Barrier Reef on verge of 'in danger' status again
Scientists have been able to look at corals like tree rings to work out how warm the Coral Sea has been each summer across four centuries. They say the results reveal an alarmingly urgent need to turn around the trajectory of climate change.
Photo shows Two drivers using a long implement to drill into a coral reef colony underwaterPineapple is an iconic Australian fruit but its undersupplied market may be ripe for imports
The federal government is undertaking a biosecurity risk assessment after India and Indonesia applied to export pineapples to Australia under their free trade deals.
Man found guilty of manslaughter of young Townsville motorcyclist during 'high-speed' stolen car chase
The family of the young aspiring police officer says 'justice has been served' after a jury convicted a driver over her death.
Photo shows Jennifer Board smiles as she looks back to the camera while sat on the beach at what appears to be sunset.Bees suffering a 'significant reduction' in pollination ability due to air pollution, study finds
Data on 40 different insect species across 19 countries points towards pollinators and beneficial predator species experiencing an almost 40 per cent drop in productivity.
Photo shows A European honey bee squeezing its head into a flower for pollen.Inquiry hears there's a 'lack of understanding' about impacts of fatigue on soldiers
An expert in fatigue management has told an inquiry looking into the Taipan helicopter crash that some ADF crews are continuing training despite fatigue recommendations suggesting otherwise, echoing similar concerns made those who died in the crash.
Photo shows Danniel Lyon in an army uniform holding his son and his wife Caitland in a white jumper holding a babyThe funny reason why goats wee on their beards and conduct great escapes
From a smelly serial escapee to a mob on the run, goats with attitude are living up to their reputation as Houdini on Australian farms.
Photo shows A male goat with a yellow beard surrounded by prickles.How these communities are going to war against 'crazy' acid spitting yellow ants
An ant capable of spitting acid and decimating local wildlife populations has caused ongoing grief to Queensland communities, but there are new weapons in the fight against them.
Photo shows Yellow crazy ants crawling over a praying mantisTwo-thirds of us buy capsicums, but do you know why the red ones cost more?
Whether they're green, red, orange or yellow, capsicums are a firm favourite in Aussie households, but fluctuating prices are hurting growers and consumers.
Photo shows A close-up image of a red, green, and yellow capsicum in a man's hand.Aviation experts say the industry is 'broken' and tourism operators are fearing the worst
Industry experts and peak tourism bodies say the collapse of Rex Airlines means the system is broken, with fears many regional centres will miss out on the tourist dollar as a result.
High fuel loads and hot weather forecasts put Queensland at risk for intense bushfire season
A wet year in Queensland has produced higher grassland fuel loads, which the Rural Fire Service says create prime conditions for dangerous bushfires.
Photo shows Bushfire burning at nightWhy hundreds of refugees from a forgotten war zone can't stop smiling
Almost 400 refugees, such as Rabi, from the war-ravaged Central African Republic now call this tropical Queensland town home. They're now inspiring artists with their stories.
Photo shows A woman with dark skin, in front of a large mural of a woman with dark skin. She's smiling and has a white head-scarfRex Airlines' future is uncertain
The biggest regional airline in the country, Rex, will make an announcement tomorrow about its operations after suspending trading on the stock exchange.
Has Video Duration: 7 minutes .Rex Airlines' future uncertain in wake of ASX trading halt, union says industry is in 'crisis'
Regional Australian airline Rex suspends trading on the Australian stock market and the airline's website is no longer taking bookings for flights between metropolitan areas.
High-speed 'game' with vigilante played out ahead of crash that killed 22-year-old motorcyclist, court hears
Jennifer Board was fatally struck by a vehicle driven by a vigilante driver in 2021. The manslaughter trial of the other driver involved in the chase is underway in Townsville.
Photo shows Jennifer Board smelling a sunflower in a field.Champion's farewell for beloved horse known as 'bush Phar Lap'
After securing a record-setting 54 wins out of 159 starts, outback racehorse Fab's Cowboy will see out his retirement alongside Melbourne Cup winners, leaving big hole in the lives of his trainers and owners.
Photo shows man with horseThese seniors had no idea what a podcast was, but now they're the stars of their own series
A new podcast series is enabling seniors to share stories from their lives in a bid to beat loneliness in aged care homes. And it's amazing what some people have done over the years.
Photo shows Woman smiles in front of microphone