Dangerous dog owners risk jail in wake of attack
Owners of dangerous dogs involved in attacks on a person face three years’ jail under new laws passed in Queensland parliament this week.
The State Government
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$765 billion defence strategy unites forces
Australia’s new National Defence Strategy aims to transition the country’s armed forces into an “integrated focused force” and will increase the annual Defence
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$21m donation helps secure national park
A $21 million donation has helped the Queensland Government purchase a cattle property in the state’s west, to add to the list of national parks in the area.
The
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Independent Games authority in starting blocks
An independent body to oversee the delivery of venues for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games is a step closer, but still months away from starting work, with
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Energy projects must deliver for communities
Future renewable energy projects in Queensland will need to adhere a new code of conduct to ensure the current and future needs of communities are fully considered.
The
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Response to national EPA not so positive
The second stage of the Federal Government’s plan to better protect the environment has received a luke-warm response from the nation’s conservation groups.
The
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Student debt relief tempts police recruits
Queensland Police are pulling out all stops in the battle for talent, with student debt relief among a range of new incentives designed to enhance recruitment
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Home schooling and discipline changes withdrawn
The Queensland Government has amended its new Education bill to remove items relating to student discipline and home schooling.
Education Minister Di Farmer said there
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Smart travel trial on Brisbane city ferries
Brisbane River ferry passengers are the latest public transport users able to ditch their Go Cards and use bank cards and smart devices to pay for fares.
From today,
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Dedicated advocacy for domestic violence sector
Queensland’s social services peak body will add domestic and family violence support to its portfolio, following funding from the State Government.
The Queensland
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