Jack McKay

Federal MP Bob Katter was angered by a question relating to his Lebanese heritage on Thursday morning and accused the journalist of being a "racist".

The director of Queensland's peak forensic science testing facility has resigned one month after being suspended as a result of "contamination issues" being identified.

The government has confirmed to the ABC it plans to spend about $1.85 million on ads about youth crime.

The Queensland Law Reform Commission is currently reviewing criminal defences, including one that allows parents to use "reasonable" force to control a child.

Queensland's new domestic violence laws will give police more power than ever before, but not everyone is convinced they'll protect those most at risk.

With polls indicating the Coalition may need preferences from right-leaning candidates to secure key seats, Trumpet of Patriots and One Nation could play a decisive role in how the election plays out.

Queensland's new government has announced it will overhaul the state's hospital expansion plan, promising to deliver 2,600 beds. But it won't yet reveal the cost or time frame.

Multiple times in his quest to become premier, David Crisafulli told voters a new stadium wasn't in his plans — yesterday, he announced one that will cost more than $3 billion.

Premier David Crisafulli will unveil his government's final delivery plan for the Brisbane Games — including the site for the athlete's village, the future of the Gabba and whether a new stadium will be built at Victoria Park. 

It's in times of disaster, as our leaders respond to an emerging crisis, we see them front and centre in a way we often don't, writes Jack McKay.