Most of the money from the Federal Government’s overhaul of school funding will not actually be available for five years, Queensland Education Minister Kate Jones says.
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Owner of rogue tyre recycling business convicted over abusive messages
The owner of a rogue tyre recycling business at the centre of an ABC investigation is convicted of threatening a former associate and an employee by leaving abusive messages on their mobile phones.
Labour hire laws 'doomed to fail', Queensland industry says
A move to crack down on rogue labour hire companies in Queensland has fallen short, according to industry representatives who nonetheless agree action is needed.
Hydro electricity versus coal-fired power set to be Qld election issue
Rival plans to provide to power north Queensland will be a key issue at the next state election, with voters set to choose between hydro electricity and a coal-fired plan.
Vincent O'Dempsey pleads not guilty to McCulkin murders
A 78-year-old man facing trial over the suspected killing of Barbara McCulkin and her two daughters more than 40 years ago has allegedly previously admitted to being involved in their murders, a Supreme Court jury in Brisbane hears.
Goats the answer to cattle producer's woes
Sheep and beef producer Mike Pratt transitions to goats, admitting his former enterprise was not suited to the outback Queensland environment.
Twin polar bear cubs welcomed at Sea World Gold Coast
Sea World staff are celebrating the pitter-patter of polar bear paws after 16-year-old Liya gave birth to twins.
Crackdown on rogue labour hire companies in Queensland
Labour hire companies in Queensland will be regulated by a new licensing scheme to target rogue operators, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announces at a Labour Day rally in Brisbane.
Four decades of friendship for ballet's Li Cunxin and Ben Stevenson
It is nearly 40 years since Li Cunxin, one of the world’s most famous ballet stars and subject of the film Mao’s Last Dancer, met renowned choreographer Ben Stevenson.
'We're going to beat them': Victory confident of spoiling Sydney FC's A-League dream
Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat says his side has “all the confidence in the world” and vows to squash Sydney FC’s hopes of a dream A-League double in next Sunday’s grand final.