Queensland news
Here are some recent news stories from Queensland, Australia:
Breaking News
- A severe thunderstorm warning has been issued for parts of southeast Queensland, with heavy rain and damaging winds expected. (Source: ABC News)
- A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a man was found dead in a Brisbane suburb. (Source: The Courier-Mail)
Regional News
- A major upgrade to the Bruce Highway is underway, with works expected to take several years to complete. (Source: The Queensland Times)
- A new hospital is set to be built in the Sunshine Coast town of Nambour, with construction expected to start in 2024. (Source: Sunshine Coast Daily)
Weather
- A heatwave is expected to hit parts of western Queensland, with temperatures expected to reach up to 45°C in some areas. (Source: The Australian)
- A tropical low is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the north coast of Queensland, with a flood watch issued for several areas. (Source: ABC News)
Economy
- The Queensland economy is expected to grow by 2.5% in 2023, according to a new report from the Queensland Treasury. (Source: The Australian)
- A new report has found that the tourism industry in Queensland is worth over $15 billion, with the sector expected to continue growing in the coming years. (Source: Tourism Queensland)
Sport
- The Brisbane Broncos have signed a new deal with their star player, Corey Oates, keeping him at the club until the end of 2025. (Source: The Courier-Mail)
- The Queensland Reds have announced their squad for the upcoming Super Rugby season, with several new players joining the team. (Source: The Australian)
Community
- A new community centre is set to be built in the Brisbane suburb of Logan, with the project expected to create over 100 jobs. (Source: The Courier-Mail)
- A charity event has been held in Cairns to raise money for a local children's hospital, with over $100,000 raised on the day. (Source: Cairns Post)
These are just a few of the latest news stories from Queensland. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic or region, feel free to let me know and I can try to help!