Federal election called for May 3

GC on weather alert as rain hits; Last day to sign make DV a crime petition 

Anthony Albanese visits Hervey Bay school students

Primary school students in Hervey Bay received a visit from the PM for the second time this year. 

Towns cut off and livestock wading through floods.. rain now headed our way

And nearly 50 thousand Queenslanders have signed the Police Union's petition in calling for the government to make DV a crime every time.    Image: Higgins Storm Chasing

The state's opposition has called on the government to confirm the status of Cairns Hospital

Brisbane forging ahead with Olympic plans without locking in how Federal funding will be spent ahead of election; And two key seats in Brissy to watch

Brisbane forging ahead with Olympic plans without locking in how Federal funding will be spent ahead of election; And two key seats in Brissy to watch

Severe thunderstorm warning for Herbert and Lower Burdekin

Plus: Services Australia respond to backlash from North Queensland residents

Hopes fade for missing GC cop

Concerns GC crimes are being under-reported; More salad recalls on Tweed

That wild weather is finally here

Mackay has copped it overnight

World Rowing expresses Fitzroy River concern

It's the latest to question our right to host the sport

South East Queensland in for drenching

The heaviest falls are expected on Saturday.