Tobi Loftus

Former RAAF pilot to stand trial over alleged murder of wife Robert John Crawford has pleaded not guilty to the murder of his wife Frances Crawford, who was found dead at the couple's home last year.

A former RAAF pilot accused of murdering his wife, and then staging it to seem like she died in a lawnmower accident, has been committed to stand trial in Queensland's highest court. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

Hundreds of units proposed on land that faces 'extreme potential flood levels' A major developer wants to build 500 apartments on the banks of a river to Brisbane's south, but some concerned residents say the flooding risk is too high.

More than 1,000 low-income, vulnerable residents would be forced to evacuate a proposed affordable housing development when major flood warnings are issued, if the project is approved by a south-east Queensland council. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10...

A former Queensland police sergeant acted in "absolute disgrace" to his uniform when he secretly filmed a teenager while she was in the shower and took pictures under another's skirt, a judge has said. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

A former Queensland police sergeant acted in "absolute disgrace" to his uniform when he secretly filmed a teenager while she was in the shower and took pictures under another's skirt, a judge has said. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

Court hears Bruce Lehrmann's defence missing rape complainant's phone data Mr Lehrmann is facing two charges of rape, alleged to have occurred in Toowoomba in 2021. He's indicated he intends to plead not guilty.

Former Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann will argue a corrupted hard drive and media reports are reasons a judge should dismiss charges he's facing in Toowoomba. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

Queensland hospital gets permission to perform abortion on 12yo girl A 12-year-old girl in residential care in Queensland should be allowed to have an abortion, a court rules, after a judge found she was not capable of making the decision herself.

A 12-year-old girl in residential care in Queensland should be allowed to have an abortion, a court has ruled, after a judge found she was not capable of making the decision herself.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09...

Pretty basic I know, but these are my top 10 books for the Radio National’s Top 100 books of the 21st century. What is in your top 10?!?

How cryopreservation is being used to save critically endangered tree Researchers say it's like Han Solo from Star Wars coming out from carbonite freezing, but for plants.

Cryopreservation was once the stuff of science fiction, but now the technology is being used to help save a critically endangered tree in south-east Queensland. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-08...

YouTube video by ABC News (Australia) Serious e-scooter injuries are on the rise across Australia | ABC NEWS

If watching stories is more your think, here is the video story: youtu.be/Q4fua8naRmU?...

At 16, Jasmine Flowers suffered a traumatic brain injury after falling off an e-scooter – an accident she admits was her own fault. Now she wants to see rules changed. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07...

Father charged with manslaughter of seven-month-old baby boy, in custody Jaye Lee Walton, 42, did not appear in person as the manslaughter charge was mentioned.

A father charged over the alleged domestic violence-related death of his seven-month-old baby son has had his case heard in court for the first time. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-07...

Whatever happened to all the goths and emos that used to hang outside Hungry Jacks in Queen Street Mall in Brisbane? I feel like it’s been at least a decade, if not longer, since they called that spot home! Where did you go!?

What else could my final meal living in Toowoomba have been? Surely this is the ultimate choice.

Queensland's last carbon neutral council to lose title after leaving federal program Queensland's only certified carbon neutral council will lose that title as it prepares to pull out of a federal government scheme it has concerns with.

Queensland's only certified carbon neutral council is set lose that title, blaming the rising cost of delivering services and successive natural disasters for its inability to fund the process… as well as concerns over carbon credit transparency.

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

Greyhounds die from injuries before Queensland track officially opens The new track was spruiked as having animal welfare at its core, but several dogs have died as a result of injuries at the venue during pre-opening trials.

At least six dogs have died due to injuries sustained at Queensland's new premier greyhound racing track before its official opening, despite the promise it would be "as safe as possible" for animals. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-06...

Damage bill expected to be 'tens of millions' after truck hits bridge The damage bill from a truck crash on a major Queensland highway is expected to run into the tens of millions of dollars, and some warn it could happen again unless upgrades are fast-tracked.

The damage bill from a truck crash on a major Queensland highway is expected to run into the tens of millions of dollars, and some warn it could happen again unless upgrades are fast-tracked.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...

Music is joy! #AGoodPlace

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'Dutton, absolutely not': Howard's battlers turn away from the LNP Labor gained seven seats in Queensland, snatching five from the LNP including suburban seats once considered a sure thing for the Coalition.

What happened in the outer suburbs across southeast Queensland to turn them from the LNP to Labor this election? I spent the day yesterday speaking with voters in Forde and Petrie about what impacted their vote. #auspol www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05...

An election day storm/downpour has never been a good sign for Queensland politicians, but just who is it a bad omen for today? #auspol

Opposition leader Peter Dutton was supposed to face Steve Austin on 612 ABC Brisbane but he pulled out after several protesters turned up. He instead phoned in.

“On Midsummer’s Day,” she said, “At midday. As long as I live. As long as I live…” ❤️

It’s been a few days since I saw The Curious Cass of Benjamin Button on the West End and I honestly can’t stop thinking about it. One of THE BEST musicals in years. If you’re in London you HAVE to see it. It’s unlike anything you would have seen before. The talent from the cast!

I’ve picked the worst time as a journo to go overseas on holiday for four weeks 😂

Teen accused of Vyleen White's murder committed to stand trial Ms White was allegedly stabbed to death at a Redbank Plains shopping centre on February 3, 2024.

The 17-year-old boy charged with the murder of Queensland grandmother Vyleen White has been committed to stand trial. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03...

Fire ants spreading on 'rafts' amid flooding Some Queenslanders are experiencing a new and unpleasant threat in the wake of this week's floods.

South-east Queensland residents are dealing with an unwelcome pest, fire ants, amid the clean-up from ex-Cyclone Alfred. www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03...

Residents fear repeat of devastating 2022 floods as Cyclone Alfred looms Ipswich and Logan residents are anxious flooding could inundate homes, businesses and charities.

Helen Youngberry has only just been able to get back on her feet after the 2022 floods.
With Tropical Cyclone Alfred looming off the Queensland coast, the Goodna local is yet again preparing for the worst but hoping for the best.
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03...

Landline watch party time! Making my TV current affairs debut on the program today. Very happy with how this story turned out.

Wally Lewis hopes new $12.5m program will 'tackle CTE head on' The King of rugby league has been living with the probable brain injury for several years. Now he hopes a new federally-funded program will raise awareness and reduce risks.

One of Australia's most renowned rugby league players hopes a nation-first pilot aimed at raising awareness about head injuries in sports will reduce the risks of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...

House fire victim warns to check insurance after falling $20,000 short As parts of Australia clean up from natural disasters, there are concerns more residents are finding themselves underinsured.

Cost of living sees residents underinsuring their properties as household items rise
www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...

Doctor committed to stand trial over mother's homebirth death A doctor who helped in a homebirth where a mother died has been committed to stand trial charged with manslaughter.

A doctor who helped in a homebirth where a mother died has been committed to stand trial charged with manslaughter.

www.abc.net.au/news/2025-02...