While passengers are being subjected to increased screening measures in the wake of the weekend’s alleged bomb plot arrests, the Australian Federation of Air Pilots says the treatment of ground staff like baggage handlers is too relaxed at some capital city airports.
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Major disruption to Brisbane bus services expected as drivers plan fourth strike
Brisbane bus drivers will strike again on Wednesday, marking the fourth day of action for union members including Friday’s peak hour which affected up to 100,000 commuters.
Top secret cannabis farm allows rare glimpse into construction
A medicinal cannabis farm under construction in Queensland opens its doors for the first time amid “James Bond” style security at its secret location.
Say goodbye to free postcards in Aussie cafes
Those free postcards you might pick up at your local cafe are about to be no more, as Australia’s first postcard advertising company is set to close its doors.
Queensland's first openly gay MP wants same-sex marriage vote now
Brisbane MP Trevor Evans wants a free parliamentary vote on same-sex marriage, calling on the Turnbull Government to dump its election commitment to hold a plebiscite.
'I've seen it all before': Dunkirk veteran says film a powerful reminder we can't afford another war
Victor Power has tears in his eyes as the credits fade: the 98-year-old veteran never thought he’d return to Dunkirk. He says Christopher Nolan’s film tells the truth of what happened to him on the beach — and serves as a warning that “we don’t want any more wars”.
More women are freezing their eggs, but is it making us complacent about fertility?
Ange Anderson doesn’t want to rush into having kids when she meets the right guy, so the 32-year-old is putting her babymakers on ice. But while an increasing number of women are freezing their eggs to delay motherhood, it may lead some to miss out.
Pies and Crows draw as Eagles, Bulldogs win
A thrilling draw between Adelaide and Collingwood headline a Sunday that also saw West Coast and the Western Bulldogs post wins. Get the lowdown in our ScoreCentre.
Blaze destroys abandoned house in inner-city Brisbane
An abandoned home is gutted by fire in St Paul’s Terrace in the inner-city Brisbane suburb of Spring Hill.
Palaszczuk says Labor the underdog in Queensland election fight
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk ties Queensland’s LNP and One Nation together and claims underdog status, as she appeals for a “working majority” at the upcoming state election.