Large parts of the east coast remain gripped by heatwave conditions, with the mercury forecast to climb above 40 degrees in some parts today.The Bureau of Meteorology has issued severe heatwave warnings for a huge expanse of Queensland,

Much of Queensland will be in the grip of a heatwave from today. For news updates as they happen, follow us here.

Queensland mayors and councillors have been awarded a 2.5 to 3 per cent pay bump in a move that will see their salaries increase by thousands of dollars.

Having being crowned champions in 2024 and having also made the final the year before, the Heat were expected to again be among the front-runners for this season’s BBL title. However, they finished second last on the ladder,

The state government faces a $3.5bn funding black hole to build four Olympic Games athletes villages – the equivalent of the price tag of building a new stadium.

Most detached houses for sale in Mitchelton start around $950,000. Townhouses and units are cheaper, with several units listed in the $600,000 to $700,000 range. 62 Blaker Road last sold in 1993 for $96,000.

Queensland is preparing for scorching weather as a significant heatwave sets in, pushing temperatures well above seasonal averages.

Don’t be deterred by its murky color! The Brisbane River is full of fun activities and there’s plenty of ways to experience it.

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is free and within walking distance of central Brisbane. Several bus stops and the North Quay ferry terminal are nearby. Restaurant hours vary, but the Sky Deck observation deck is open from 6:30 a.m. until 10:30 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday and until midnight on Friday and Saturday. The casino is open 24/7.

Lay back in a ABC deck chair or bean bag, peruse your selection of books, pick and choose your winning combination and leave the rest in the ABC book returns trolley. If you're lucky, you'll get a chance to meet and greet some of your favourite ABC presenters throughout the day.

BRISBANE BRONCOS have slammed reports that they will be taking over London Broncos. Reports have suggested that London will be bought by a consortium of Australian investors, with Leeds Rhinos chief executive Gary Hetherington trying in a private capacity to help the Broncos find new owners.

Matildas and Brisbane Roar forward Sharn Freier will join German club VfL Wolfsburg at the end of the A-League women’s season.