An Iranian man faces possible indefinite immigration detention in Australia as he cannot be deported after he serves a five-year jail term over drugs charges in central Queensland.
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Iranian man faces indefinite immigration detention after drug convictions
An Iranian man faces possible indefinite immigration detention in Australia as he cannot be deported after he serves a five-year jail term over drugs charges in central Queensland.
Alan Jones faces Wagner family in court over Grantham flood claims
Broadcaster Alan Jones is accused of launching an “extraordinary attack” on a successful Queensland family in what their lawyer describes as a defamation case like no other.
Day-night India Test still up in the air as summer schedule revealed
Cricket Australia has locked in a series-opening Test against India at Adelaide Oval but is still hoping to secure a deal for a day-night fixture.
Recycling stockpile could cost Queensland councils $50 million per year
Queensland ratepayers may have to foot a $50 million bill as the stockpiling of recycling in the wake of China’s decision to stop taking Australia’s waste hits unprecedented levels, a Senate inquiry has been told.
Singed but safe: 99-year-old's prized war medals saved from burning house
A decorated World War II veteran is left homeless, but with a collection of his war medals intact, after a fire destroys his Brisbane home.
Tourists treated to kangaroo clash in display of dominance
Holidaymakers have come face-to-face with a couple of large eastern grey kangaroos duking it out for dominance on North Stradbroke Island this weekend. So what’s the beef between them?
Looking back on Expo 88 on the 30-year anniversary
There’s plenty to pick from whenever someone’s asked, “what do you remember most about Expo 88”. Today marks 30 years since the doors first opened on Brisbane’s coming of age. ABC News spoke to those who were there, from the movers and shakers, to those simply in attendance about their memories.
This cafe owner wants your teaspoons and is happy to sweeten the deal
Are nan’s old teaspoons cluttering up your kitchen drawer? This Brisbane cafe owner is encouraging customers to bring their own silverware.
Time to 'Do Something' about domestic violence in your neighbourhood, campaign urges
Lucy didn’t realise she was experiencing domestic violence at the hands of her husband until it was almost too late. Now she’s encouraging anyone who suspects something not right with a neighbour to speak out.