The father of young Queensland woman Yasmin McAllister, who was knocked down as she crossed the road earlier this year, describes the driver’s suspended sentence as “absolutely inadequate”.
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Lady Florence Bjelke-Petersen's family welcomes state funeral offer
The Bjelke-Petersen family welcomes the offer of a commonwealth state funeral or memorial service for former senator Lady Flo, who died yesterday aged 97.
Young girl's recovery from horror fatal crash in time for Christmas is 'medical miracle' says mum
Mackinlee Anderson, aged six, who was thought to be brain dead and paralysed in a fatal car accident three months ago, is ready to leave hospital in time for Christmas.
Clive Palmer's proposed coal mine could 'gas' drivers on Bruce Highway, doctors group warns
Clive Palmer’s proposed new central Queensland coal mine poses a potentially toxic health risk to drivers on Australia’s main highway north of Rockhampton, project opponents claim.
The Brisbane River is looking less brown, but it's not going to last
Your eyes do not deceive you Brisbane’s famed “brown snake” has been lacking its muddy colours as of late, but its new look will only last as long as the rain holds out.
Seven Australians rethinking Christmas tree traditions
You won’t believe what some Australians are putting on their Christmas trees this festive season.
John Aloisi not worried despite Brisbane Roar's loss to Perth Glory
The Roar control proceedings for 80 minutes on Thursday night against Perth, before two Glory goals in as many minutes added further misery to the Roar’s season.
New broadband and voice service guarantees welcomed in the bush
Telecommunication companies will have to follow new rules when consumers are moving to the National Broadband Network.
Alleged crocodile killer caught following police raid faces fines of up to $28,000
A man alleged to have shot dead an “iconic” crocodile in Central Queensland’s Fitzroy River is facing fines of up to $28,000.
Queensland paramedics secure pay rise of up to 30pc
Queensland Ambulance officers are set for one of the biggest pay rises in years after striking a new deal, costing the Government an extra $192 million over the next three years.