A 16-year-old boy who was shot by police after allegedly threatening them with a knife, has Asperger’s syndrome and behavioural issues, a family friend says.
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Palmer will 'enjoy the fruits' of $350m court win and not reopen Nickel refinery, if assets are frozen
Clive Palmer warns if his assets are frozen he will not reopen his North Queensland Nickel refinery and instead “enjoy the fruits” of a recent $350 million legal victory.
Feng shui masters put the 'chi' in Chinese New Year
Some Australians believe the placement of your furniture or colour of your cushions could affect your luck during the Year of the Dog.
Do people in Adelaide even know anything about State of Origin?
Adelaide is getting a State of Origin game in 2020, but will the glorious game be wasted on them? Take our quiz to test your rugby league expertise.
Dolphins spotted in Brisbane River aren't lost, they're just hungry
A couple of dolphins spotted in the Brisbane River as far inland as Victoria Bridge and even putting on a show for a lucky few are just on the hunt for food.
Sex sells, but what about guns and ammo?
The gun shop behind a billboard branded controversial by advertising experts says its got every right to be there, but the local community is split over its message.
'36? That's not hot': Mount Isa road worker calls out Brisbane 'whingers'
Mount Isa traffic controller Christopher Petersen says the “pack of sooks” in southern Queensland complaining about the heat need to harden up a bit.
Dog makes 'miracle' escape from garbage truck, RSPCA hunts for those responsible
The RSPCA posts shocking footage of a dog fighting for its life after apparently being deliberately thrown inside a garbage truck compactor in Ipswich, west of Brisbane.
Former cop cleared after leaking video of handcuffed man being bashed
Former Gold Coast Sergeant Rick Flori is found not guilty of misconduct after admitting he leaked CCTV footage showing fellow officers bashing a handcuffed man in custody in Surfers Paradise.
Police shoot teen 'holding knife' at house south of Brisbane
Police called to a domestic disturbance shot a 16-year-old boy in the Ipswich suburb of Springfield after he allegedly confronted officers with a knife.