Wide Bay Burnett records Queenslands worst regional road deaths toll this year

Queensland Police are pleading for a change of attitude among drivers following Wide Bay Burnett region records the Queensland’s worst regional road deaths toll this year.

Wide Bay Burnett, which includes the Bunderberg, Fraser Island and Gympie regions, has seen 18 deaths on the roads since the beginning of the year. 

Scott Morrison denies military base investment is to send China a message

Prime Minister Scott Morrison denies claims that a major investment in military bases in northern Australia is aimed at sending China a message. 

Northern Territory defence facilities will receive a $747 million upgrade as part of $8 billion allocated to military infrastructure in northern Australia in the next decade. 

Ferny Grove and Upper Kedron residents demand better public transport

Ferny Grove and Upper Kedron residents are calling on authorities to provide better access to public transport and infrastructure. 

The forecast 865 homes in Ellendale and population growth in the area over the past 10 years has left residents with little new infrastructure to support the growth.