LNP, premier celebrate huge swing in by-election win A state government has bucked a political hoodoo to take a seat in a convincing by-election win AAP · Nov 30, 2025
Family ties loom large in premier's by-election test Family ties, those of the Premier David Crisafulli and the Katters, could prove crucial in a Queensland by-election contest. AAP · Nov 28, 2025
Former MP from Katter’s Australian party claims victory in Townsville mayoral race after swing against former leader Nick Dametto says he is proud to ‘build the capital of northern Australia’ after byelection triggered by resignation of controversial former mayor The Guardian - AU · Nov 16, 2025
61% of Australians would struggle with an expense of a few thousand dollars: new poll A new federal Resolve poll has found 61% of respondents would struggle to afford an expense of a few thousand dollars, compared to just 24% who said they would not. The 37-point margin is the highest since Resolve began asking this question in February 2023. The Conversation · Nov 11, 2025
Kingmaker: Robbie Katter doesn’t want the crown, but he may decide who becomes Queensland premier Katter’s Australian party leader wants the balance of power and the ability to rule the state’s far north The Guardian - AU · Oct 24, 2024
Two MPs found in contempt over pro-Palestine protest Two Katter's Australian Party MPs have been found in contempt over their actions during a pro-Palestine protest outside Queensland parliament. AAP · Jun 14, 2024
If home is your ‘castle’, how far can you go to defend it? In Queensland, it’s up for debate A Katter’s Australian party petition says homeowners should be allowed to use ‘whatever force necessary’ – but experts warn of dangers The Guardian - AU · Jun 9, 2024
Dress-up party says price to pay if cash no longer king Standing defiant in fake fur robes, holding toy swords and with plastic crowns on their heads, a political party declares war on a cashless society. AAP · Mar 20, 2024
MPs clash with pro-Palestinian protesters over Gaza war Queensland MPs have clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters outside parliament during a rally against the Gaza conflict. AAP · Mar 7, 2024
‘Like a ghost howling’: ex-Tropical Cyclone Kirrily to bring heavy rain to Queensland as Townsville residents survey damage Premier Steven Miles says ‘we’re not out of the woods’ with BoM weather warnings issued as former category three cyclone downgraded The Guardian - AU · Jan 25, 2024
'No evidence' Townsville students were exposed to a toxic substance after eating lollies on school bus, police say The students, aged from seven to 11, started complaining of nausea, abdominal pain and dizziness after getting off their school bus in north Queensland yesterday. ABC News · Mar 9, 2023
Motion on transgender woman playing sport splits Queensland Parliament Katter's Australian Party introduced a motion in parliament, which gained the support of the LNP and One Nation, that says transgender women shouldn't be allowed to play in women's leagues to "protect women's rights". ABC News · May 11, 2022
Qld farmers want reef law science auditor Queensland farmers have slammed the major parties for not backing a crossbench bill to wind back Barrier Reef runoff rules, which they claim are not scientific. AAP · Mar 30, 2022