Fast-moving bushfires a 'real possibility' in Qld

A rural fire service in Western Queensland conducts a routine hazard reduction burn.

But this year, they're surprised with what they see. A 23-hectare section of stock route burns six times faster than usual. It's "eye-opening" for the season to come.

This report was broadcast by Desert Channels Queensland in 2025.

Volunteers help teens 'turn the key' for the first time

Do you remember when you sat in a car for the very first time – key in ignition, ready to drive?

There's many reasons why a teen might struggle to get their driver's license, but this program run by volunteers is helping teenagers get in the car for the first time.

This report was broadcast on ABC Radio Brisbane in 2024.

Biggest stories of the past week

Do you remember when you sat in a car for the very first time – key in ignition, ready to drive?

There's many reasons why a teen might struggle to get their driver's license, but a volunteer-run program is helping teenagers get in the car for the first time.

This report was broadcast on ABC Radio Brisbane.

Bikers build illegal tracks in bush reserve

Children as young as 12-years-old are among those facing council crackdown for building dozens of dirt jumps and illegal bike trails in bushland reserves across southeast Brisbane.

The trail-building has disturbed wildlife, destroyed native plants and caused large-scale erosion in the bushland.

So why are bikers still riding in these areas?

And will a hard council crackdown solve the problem?

This report was broadcast on 4ZZZ 102.1FM in 2020.

Unemployed (2024)

Many unemployed people want to work — but as Kenny and Lackie found out, landing a job is tricky when you have no place to call home.

This story was published by ABC News.

It's our job to tell (2021)

"Dear Andrew..." — Lynne Winter writes letters to her grandchildren every year for their birthday.

This year, she wants to share something different. She's going to write about her religious faith.