Labor leader to go the extra miles to be premier again Labor's Steven Miles is ready to play the long game once again in his bid to become Queensland premier after being unanimously elected opposition leader. AAP · Nov 4, 2024
'Con job': government flushes hydro energy project A report says a scrapped pumped hydro scheme proposed by the former Queensland government had no value for money, with costs blowing out to almost $37 billion. AAP · Nov 3, 2024
Queensland truth-telling inquiry chair says premier ‘hugely disrespectful’ to demand work cease via media Joshua Creamer says he has had no contact from new LNP government after David Crisafulli told press conference inquiry should cease its work The Guardian - AU · Nov 2, 2024
'Failed us again': devastation as truth-telling halted Indigenous communities say the Queensland government scrapping the truth-telling inquiry is a "kick up the guts", urging the premier to rethink his decision. AAP · Nov 1, 2024
Conservation groups question Queensland commitment to renewables after hydro scheme scrapped LNP urged to release details of its alternative energy plans within first 100 days of government The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2024
News Corp’s The Australian pitches itself firmly in Trump tent at Madison Square Garden rally Adam Creighton includes Rupert Murdoch’s broadsheet among 30,000 fans of former president. Plus: ABC’s top presenters reshuffle roles The Guardian - AU · Nov 1, 2024
Family of driver involved in school crash says ‘we are all in shock’ – as it happened All the day’s news as it unfolded The Guardian - AU · Oct 31, 2024
Premier plays musical chairs with prized cabinet spots Premier David Crisafulli has unveiled the Liberal National Party's first Queensland cabinet in almost a decade, revealing major frontbench changes. AAP · Oct 31, 2024
Mayor on notice, premier vows to clear council 'mess' Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has vowed to clean up the "mess" at a council in the state's north, putting a controversial mayor on notice. AAP · Oct 31, 2024
'A lost opportunity': truth-telling hearings paused Queensland's truth-telling inquiry says it will pause it's work in response to the state's premier promising their hearings will not be allowed to go ahead. AAP · Oct 31, 2024
Rising Labor star keeps Gold Coast seat amid LNP sweep Meaghan Scanlon will be the only Labor representative on the Gold Coast after a Liberal National Party election sweep of Queensland's tourist strip. AAP · Oct 31, 2024
Four Davids and two Nigels: can Crisafulli deliver a modern and inclusive cabinet? As Queensland’s new premier prepares to announce his frontbench, he may struggle to incorporate women and multicultural MPs into the LNP lineup The Guardian - AU · Oct 30, 2024
Tackling youth crime already a priority: police chief Queensland's newly elected government vows harsh laws targeting youth offenders but the police chief says crime numbers are already trending down. AAP · Oct 29, 2024
Round two brews in fight over Gabba Olympics rebuild A federal Greens MP has warned the new Queensland premier he is ready for another battle to stop reconstruction of the Gabba before the 2032 Olympic Games. AAP · Oct 29, 2024
The Guardian - AU · Oct 29, 2024 Robbie Katter to ‘test the parliament’ on abortion as Queensland election count continues KAP leader questions motives of LNP candidates who concurred with his anti-abortion position during election campaign
AAP · Oct 28, 2024 Budget blowout won't impact police frontline: premier A $116 million budget blowout will not impact frontline police services, Queensland Premier David Crisafulli says as he vows to bolster their ranks.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 28, 2024 Afternoon Update: Dutton questions PM’s ‘strange’ flight upgrades; greenwashing case against Santos begins; and a celebration of long dogs Albanese reportedly sought free Qantas flight upgrades directly from Alan Joyce while serving as transport minister and opposition leader
The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2024 Morning Mail: Greens blame Labor in Queensland election washup, conservative US influencer denied visa, carbon offsets ‘ineffectual’ Greens housing spokesperson says Queensland result shows Labor needs to stop fighting with his party
AAP · Oct 27, 2024 Premier promises to release secret corruption reports The votes are still being tallied but Queensland's newly-sworn in premier is already making big moves, vowing to release secret corruption reports.
The Conversation · Oct 27, 2024 View from The Hill: Queensland’s lessons for Anthony Albanese, Peter Dutton and Adam Bandt’s band Often state elections don’t mean much federally, but Saturday’s Queensland’s result does carry implications for Anthony Albanese, Peter Dutton and Adam Bandt.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 27, 2024 LNP will need to show Brisbane voters it can be a moderate government if it’s to stay in power The party won decisively in the regions but was rejected by the city, which was scared off by the hard-right social views of some candidates
Pedestrian.tv · Oct 27, 2024 Who Is Queensland’s New Premier? Everything You Need To Know About LNP’s David Crisafulli "Queenslanders voted for hope over fear," the incoming premier shared.
The Conversation · Oct 27, 2024 David Crisafulli will lead the first LNP government in Queensland in a decade. Who is he? David Crisafulli, leader of the centre-right Liberal National Party of Queensland (LNP), will be Queensland’s 41st Premier. The party will form majority government for the first time since 2012.
AAP · Oct 26, 2024 'We are not the US': abortion erodes LNP winning margin Ahead of a federal contest, Queensland voters have sent a clear message to the major political parties: do not repeal abortion laws.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 26, 2024 Crisafulli makes first speech as premier-elect; trucks deliver food aid to western NSW after power outages – as it happened This blog has now closed