Convicted paedophiles could have their computers searched and be forced to hand over passwords if police suspect an offence has occurred, under new laws passed by the Queensland Parliament.
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Why nurses don't mind bloody hard work
Nursing is not for the faint-hearted, and I’m not just talking about the blood. It takes a physical, mental and emotional toll on those who embrace the challenge. On International Nurses Day the ABC asks these Aussie legends, why they chose nursing?
'They'll never find the bodies': Witness says O'Dempsey boasted of killings
A witness in the Vincent O’Dempsey triple murder trial says the accused admitted to killing a mother and her daughters, and warned him not to repeat a word if he wanted “to live a long and healthy life”.
Scrubby Creek women fired up for volunteer week
Meet the Darling Downs women determined to keep their bush safe.
Queensland Parliament apologises to men convicted of gay sex offences
Queensland’s Parliament apologises for past discriminatory laws that saw the hundreds of men convicted of gay sex offences. Under a new bill introduced today, those who were charged can apply to have their convictions wiped.
Artists stream painting process to busy commuters
Thousands of commuters witness a live art project while sitting in gridlocked peak-hour traffic across Brisbane.
Fines doubled for developers who demolish Queensland heritage buildings
In a bid to better protect character homes, developers who demolish heritage buildings will now face fines of more than $500,000 if they flout local planning laws under new Queensland legislation.
Unpaid fines could be cleared for some Queenslanders with new laws
Some Queenslanders can now apply to clear unpaid fines by attending counselling or education sessions under new laws passed in Parliament on Wednesday night.
NRL adopts 'alternative' national anthem for Indigenous round
In addition to Advance Australia Fair, an alternative version of the national anthem will be played at tonight’s first match of the Indigenous round of the NRL season as part of a push to start a conversation about other anthem options.
LNP wants to refer Queensland Labor MP Rick Williams to ethics committee
The LNP asks the Speaker of Queensland Parliament to refer Labor backbencher Rick Williams to the powerful ethics committee over his involvement in a tow-truck company.