Madeline and Steven Jones share an incredible father-daughter bond. That's why Madeline is determined to prevent other families from facing the heartbreak they've endured after her dad's incurable prostate cancer diagnosis.
Two teenage girls in hospital after fourth Bruce Highway truck crash in a fortnight
A truck and a car have collided at an intersection on the Bruce Highway in central Queensland. It is the fourth truck incident on the major highway in two weeks.
Sharon was told she's 'not disabled enough' for the NDIS. Advocates say she's not the only one
Townsville woman Sharon Jones lives with chronic mental illness. She's one of the thousands of Australians who say they're falling through the cracks of the NDIS.
Photo shows A woman in her 50's with purple glasses and purple hairNic saved $11k by selling his home privately. He is one of thousands of Aussies doing the same
Thousands of Aussies are ditching real estate agents to maximise profits when they sell, but there are things you should know before you sell privately.
Photo shows Drone photo of house with border marking the boundaryBruce Highway reopens after ammonium nitrate explosion
The blast occurred when a truck and ute collided, leaving a person dead and a five-metre crater on the highway. The highway has since reopened.
Photo shows A damaged looking road with a fire truck in the distance'Unintentionally' feeding a croc becomes an offence in Queensland
Under the new rules, which come with a $6,452 fine, it will be illegal to feed a crocodile by discarding food in a way that attracts them to a public place.
Photo shows A front-on close-up of a crocodile laying on a muddy river bank.Trucking companies consider danger allowance after deadly explosion on Bruce Highway
The Bruce Highway will partially reopen by midnight on Tuesday after a lengthy closure following a crash between a ute and a truck carrying 42 tonnes of ammonium nitrate.
Photo shows A burnt out part of bushland with trees overturned and the ground is charredMan killed on highway used as detour after massive truck explosion
A man has died on a detour set up after a massive truck explosion in Queensland. It could be weeks before the Bruce Highway reopens after the truck crash caused large-scale damage to the roadway.
Tiny bush town's residents vow to fight on after fire rips out its heart and soul
Residents of Baralaba, central Queensland, have rallied to support the community's biggest music festival after a devastating blaze destroyed their iconic pub.
Photo shows Fire fighter standing outside a smoking building in ruinsRaina's heartfelt plea to drivers after losing her dad, best friend in road crashes
There have been multiple fatal crashes on the Bruce Highway this week. Experts say we must change our attitudes and behaviour.
Photo shows A woman with long blonde hair in a black shirt kneeling in a field of sunflowersMurdered woman's parents speak out as small towns grapple with hidden violence problem
Glenn and Linda Watson's daughter was murdered by her ex-partner. They hope by sharing her story they can save other lives.
Photo shows Man and a woman stand and look back to their house, they are wearing purple shirts.How everyday Australians can help improve biosecurity
Residents' backyard observations could be the key to keeping a biosecurity disaster such as bird flu, varroa mite, or fire ants at bay.
Photo shows A woman kneels in her backyard smiling, she's looking at her chickens while feeding them scrapsAmid a mental health crisis, this town's residents are turning to horses to heal
From a woman who suffered the loss of 13 babies to "at-risk" youth, a central Queensland horse farm is helping people find peace.
Photo shows A woman sitting on a large brown horse, next to a young boy sitting on a small white horseTennis star gifts championship trophy to tiny hometown club
Theodore Tennis Club has six courts, 123 members, a modest clubhouse and a trophy cabinet with an impressive display.
Photo shows A woman holding a silver trophy while wearing white glovesBowen Basin coal mine operations on hold after second fatality in three weeks
Queensland's mining industry regulator has effectively shut down the Byerwen coal mine, where a 56-year-old Bundaberg man died on Thursday afternoon.
Photo shows Dump trucks are moving coal from an open coal mine pitCheap rent and HECS debts wiped out: The incentives that are bringing teachers to rural schools
A teachers' union wants these incentives expanded to help deal with crippling teacher shortages in regional schools.
Photo shows Tall man and shorter woman smiling at the camera, a kangaroo in the backgroundCoal miner dies in second fatal incident at Bowen Basin mine this month
Byerwen coal mine workers are reeling from the death of a second worker at the same Bowen Basin mine this month.
Photo shows An excavator sinking into mud at a mine. A large dozer is being used to drag it out.Everyone feels fresh after a haircut, but for some blokes, it's a life-saving activity
Barbers are one of the only safe, social, sober spaces for men to chat one-on-one, especially outside the cities. It's proving beneficial for their mental health.
Photo shows A male barber looks into the mirror while a man gets his haircut by another barber.Inez had a hysterectomy at 27 for the chance of a pain-free life. The devastating catch is it might not help
Desperate to ease the agony she was in and regain her quality of life, Inez made the heartbreaking choice to lose her fertility. It might not even help.
Photo shows a woman and dog look into each other's eyesYou can still buy a home in this small mining town for less than $250k, but not for long
With a smaller mortgage meaning a better lifestyle and extra money to do the things they want, Desolee and Russell Cowley's purchase of a property in Mount Morgan is helping bring life back to a small town.
Photo shows Houses nestled in the hills taken from a lookout with dry trees in the foreground.Call for mobile detection cam reviews to be made public amid fears drivers may be snapped in state of 'undress'
Civil liberties advocates in Queensland remain concerned the cameras could capture nudity, underwear or private moments and are calling on the government to release the findings of two independent reviews into the privacy implications.
Photo shows Black and white photo of woman in car without seatbelt