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Latest news: Queensland

Sharks duo sign with Cowboys as Taulagi exit looms

Sharks duo sign with Cowboys as Taulagi exit looms

North Queensland have signed Cronulla's outside back guns Jesse Ramien and Sione Katoa, but the move signals the impending departure of winger Murray Taulagi.

Jury road trip planned to alleged mower murder scene

Jury road trip planned to alleged mower murder scene

Jury road trip planned to alleged mower murder scene

Jury road trip planned to alleged mower murder scene

A former RAAF pilot accused of staging his wife’s death as a ride-on mower accident has returned to court as he prepares to go on trial later in the year.

Man allegedly stabs two, sets fire to home

Man allegedly stabs two, sets fire to home

Man allegedly stabs two, sets fire to home

Man allegedly stabs two, sets fire to home

A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after police say he stabbed a woman and a teenage boy and set fire to their home.

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Wife killer may be kept in jail a decade longer

Wife killer may be kept in jail a decade longer

Prisoners serving a life sentence may be kept behind bars for up to 10 years longer than their non-parole period under a state government's proposed changes.

'Not a dead rubber': Defiant Maroons prop warns Blues

'Not a dead rubber': Defiant Maroons prop warns Blues

Queensland are facing an historic losing whitewash but prop Jessika Elliston says the young and inexperienced side won't be daunted by star-studded NSW.

'So much confidence': Reds eye Super Rugby title glory

'So much confidence': Reds eye Super Rugby title glory

A series of last-gasp victories has given the Queensland Reds the belief they can go all the way and win a first Super Rugby title in 15 years.

Arrests follow alleged tomahawk attack, knife threat

Arrests follow alleged tomahawk attack, knife threat

Five people have been charged after a man was attacked with a tomahawk and residents threatened with a knife during a crime spree, police say.

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New York fireman inspires Maroons with his 9/11 message

New York fireman inspires Maroons with his 9/11 message

New York fireman inspires Maroons with his 9/11 message

New York fireman inspires Maroons with his 9/11 message

New York City firefighter James Dowdell was guest speaker in Queensland camp this week and his 9/11 story about resilience, unity and leadership inspired.

'Back yourself': Attack mode Munster's message to No.7

'Back yourself': Attack mode Munster's message to No.7

'Back yourself': Attack mode Munster's message to No.7

'Back yourself': Attack mode Munster's message to No.7

Queensland half Sam Walker has a bag of tricks in attack and his captain Cameron Munster has urged him to get them all out in his Maroons debut.

Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs

Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs

Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs

Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs

North Queensland have now won eight of their past 10 matches after prevailing 30-18 over South Sydney in Townsville.

Spearfisher dies in shark attack at popular diving spot

Spearfisher dies in shark attack at popular diving spot

Spearfisher dies in shark attack at popular diving spot

Spearfisher dies in shark attack at popular diving spot

A coastal community has been left shocked after a spearfisherman was killed by a shark attack, despite witnesses rushing to his aid.

Fever rage to post rousing Super win over Firebirds

Fever rage to post rousing Super win over Firebirds

Fever rage to post rousing Super win over Firebirds

Fever rage to post rousing Super win over Firebirds

West Coast Fever have snapped a two-match losing streak in style with an 18-point win over the Queensland Firebirds in Brisbane.

Munster fails to train as Maroons scoff at 'mind games'

Munster fails to train as Maroons scoff at 'mind games'

Munster fails to train as Maroons scoff at 'mind games'

Munster fails to train as Maroons scoff at 'mind games'

Queensland captain Cameron Munster was a notable absentee from Sunday's training session, but the Maroons have allayed fears he is in doubt for State of Origin.

Man threatened cops, pointed gun before fatal shooting

Man threatened cops, pointed gun before fatal shooting

Man threatened cops, pointed gun before fatal shooting

Man threatened cops, pointed gun before fatal shooting

Police have fatally shot a man during a domestic violence call-out after he allegedly pointed a gun at officers.

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Focus on Indigenous round as Giants brace for Lions

GWS are out to reignite their season with a Sir Doug Nicholls Round win over Brisbane, with ex-AFL player Malcolm Lynch shedding light on his role at the club.

Origin talk brought best out of Cowboys playmaker

North Queensland half Jake Clifford got a boost when mentioned as a possible Queensland representative and played accordingly as his great season gathers pace.

'Incredibly proud': Maroons legend backs feisty Flegler

Petero Civoniceva was one of the toughest Queensland props to lace a boot, but he is blown away by the fight in Thomas Flegler on his emotional Origin return.

Kangaroos refuse to 'jump at shadows' after poor loss

North Melbourne chose not to make a selection statement after their thumping loss to Adelaide and will seek a response when they play Gold Coast.

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Blindsided: premier left in the dark on integrity probe

A Queensland government integrity storm has deepened after the premier revealed he found out about a minister being referred to federal police via the media.

'Nervous but no pressure': Ponga in Maroons sweet spot

Kalyn Ponga is in a serene headspace and outstanding form as he vows to repay the faith coach Billy Slater has placed in him as Queensland's fullback.

Man before court accused of AK-47 threat to mosque

A man accused of threatening to shoot worshippers at a mosque with an AK-47 assault rifle is before the courts after Muslim leaders warned against rising hate.

Highway to the highfalutin': opera hits the outback

Put on your fancy pants and cowboy hats: opera's annual run through a state's outback towns is back. Just look out for flying locusts.

Brisbane coach responds to Lions' critics 'carry-on'

Lions coach Chris Fagan is searching for solutions to the AFL side's leaky defence, but says its not a case of "panic stations" for the two-time premiers.

Cabinet minister steps down over federal police probe

A state government has plunged deeper into an integrity storm after an under-fire minister stood down over a federal electoral enrolment probe.

Maroons wrap arms around brave Arrow ahead of Origin

Queensland will honour and support Jai Arrow in this year's State of Origin series by inviting him into camp ahead of the opening clash in Sydney.

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