The tourism, hospitality and agriculture sectors in regional Queensland say changes to Australia's migration system, including introducing a ballot system for working holiday makers, will have devastating impacts.
Zookeepers had to hand-rear baby Cassie after the chimpanzee was dropped by its mother hours after birth, breaking its leg. After failed reunion attempts the zoo said it's in the primate's best interest to send it elsewhere.
One of four government-run explosive facilities in Queensland, the Bajool reserve has been in action since 1913. There are plans to expand it to meet increased demand from the mining industry.
Tens of thousands of years ago, the Great Barrier Reef was above water. Whether it was grassland, rainforest, or mangrove swamp is something researchers and Indigenous rangers are trying to uncover.
South-eastern and central Queensland may see thunderstorms on Monday, with strong winds and short, sharp rainfall with "meagre" totals. With some regions enjoying an Ekka public holiday, they are advised to "pack a poncho".
The only alcohol and drug rehabilitation centre in the remote Indigenous community of Woorabinda closes after the council terminated the not-for-profit provider's lease.
After Kimberly Stevens lost her teenage son she spent years building an app to help other bereaved parents, and she is now taking its findings to an international audience.
Four over-50s lifestyle developments have been approved for this small beach community, with two more being assessed. Some worry the area is not ready for the influx, others say it is the answer to the housing crisis.
