The Member for Bundaberg is demanding answers, a day after the Crisafulli government's first budget. Tom Smith says he supports some wins but wants to know why Bundaberg was overlooked for a promised police station upgrade. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

A 3-metre saltwater crocodile has been spotted slipping into the Mary River near Dundathu, now rangers are trying to capture it. Hannah Watt has more. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

A 33-year-old man has been refused bail for allegedly pulling out a gun at a Gympie Cafe and demanding cash from staff. The man has appeared in court, claiming it wasn't him. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

The Sunshine Coast has secured its place on the Olympic stage, with a government deal unlocking key projects for the 2032 games. After months of uncertainty, the funding package is confirmed, and the first venues are out for tenders. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

Hundreds of new jobs have opened at Torbanlea's train factory, set to build Queensland's next fleet of passenger trains. But many Fraser Coast workers remain in limbo, unsure what comes next before the new roles begin. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

It's not an event you see every day, but hobby horsing took centre stage at the Morayfield Showgrounds. With homemade mounts and choreographed moves, entrants delivered creativity, charm and a touch of theatrics. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

The humpback highway is open again, bringing these magnificent creatures back to Hervey Bay waters. With more whale sightings than ever expected this season, our reporter Hannah Watt jumped on board to experience the magic up close. 7NEWS.com.au Hannah Watt #7NEWS

A well-known Sunshine Coast tourism operator has died after his vessel capsized in the dark with five people onboard. Surf life savers, police and bystanders rushed to their aid but couldn't save the 52-year-old. Hannah Watt reports.

Brisbane is gearing up for the most dazzling night of the year, with more than half a million people expected to pack riverbanks, rooftops and parks across the city for Riverfire. Hannah Watt was at South Bank today as a massive C-17 Globemaster and C-27 Spartan aircraft soared

They’ve got a nose for trouble; Townsville’s Dog Squad has been unleashed as part of a major police crackdown. It was an operation to take down some of the most dangerous repeat offenders suspected to be operating around Townsville and we have video taken from the front line |

Queensland’s Opposition Leader Steven Miles is under fire after posting a controversial video to social media. Hannah Watt has the details | Hannah Watt

The Lions are continuing to ride the high following their back-to-back AFL premiership wins. Hundreds of fans flocked Brisbane's CBD to get a glimpse of their heroes. Hannah Watt was there | Hannah Watt

The Brisbane Broncos have returned home as NRL Premiers after their stunning come-from-behind Grand Final victory over the Melbourne Storm. The win cements a Brisbane football supremacy.

A new recruit at Brisbane’s Federal Court is stealing hearts and helping witnesses find their voice. He’s got four legs, a wagging tail and a very important job in the justice system | Hannah Watt

One soldier has died and two others have been taken to hospital after a vehicle they were in crashed near Townsville. Hannah Watt has the details | Hannah Watt

They're from a land before time but still rule the waterways. Now, crocodiles are snapping their way into the spotlight at the Queensland Museum. A new reptile display is now open for anyone brave enough to face the creatures.

It's the one day every year many Australians find themselves doing the same thing at exactly 2pm our time. From bars to racetracks across the Sunshine State, Queenslanders once again dressed to impress and dreamed of big wins | Hannah Watt

There's been a dramatic landing at Brisbane Airport with a fire breaking out during touchdown of a Virgin 737 flight from Darwin. Hannah Watt reports from Brisbane | Hannah Watt

A man has been shot dead by police on a residential street in Brisbane after he stabbed another man and threatened a random woman with a knife. Meanwhile, another man has been shot by police in Cairns | Hannah Watt

Queensland state of origin great Trevor Gillmeister has just learned his sentence, after assaulting a police officer during a drunken rampage. Hannah Watt was at court | Hannah Watt