Toddler Chloe Campbell was snatched from her home to frighten her father in an act of retribution, family friends believe.

Chloe Campbell, the three-year-old girl who went missing from south-east Queensland, has reportedly been found alive.

Ellie Mitchell discovers Brisbane has several ways to quench your thirst after a day in that hot Queensland sun.

Fine food is a feature of a trip to Queensland's hinterland, as Patrice Gaffaney discovers.

Louise Richardson gets an energetic history lesson from custodians of the land.

Putting his foot to the floor gives Paul Davies a Bathurst-style rush.

The ocean's bounty boosts a culinary tour of this Australian state, writes Louise Richardson.

A brisk run with 10,000 others on a Gold Coast mild winter morning uplifts Chris Daniels.

Peter Chapman shares some of the best kept secrets of a spectacular coast.

Wendy Dunlop waves goodbye to the Gold Coast's beaches and takes to the hills and skies for unique sights, tastes and pampering.

Currumbin on the Gold Coast has a unique character, writes Paul Rush.

Louise Richardson finds friendly hosts and ancient Aboriginal remedies on the sustainable side of the Queensland hinterland.

Piping hot sand calls for certain famous cold drinks in hand, writes Emily Prain.

The families of two NZers killed in a fiery Queensland plane crash have been told by air accident investigators to wait for more than three weeks for answers.

Untouched and untainted islands can offer curious creatures as well as creature comforts, writes Paul Rush.

We round up 10 activities to do in this gorgeous spot north of Cairns.

Ten things to do on and around Queensland's stunning coral cays.

Blainey Woodham explores the best the glitzy, glam tourist magnet has to offer.

Being scared witless is pure fun for the whole family at the Gold Coast's theme parks, writes Dylan Cleaver.

Cairns is the gateway to 'God's aquarium' and more, finds Peter Chapman.

Herald sports writer Daniel Richardson is philosophical about some impressive art exhibitions in Brisbane.

Peter Chapman discovers the island paradises of the southern reef.

Port Douglas has become a great man-made paradise, writes Kurt Bayer.

Soak up the laid-back vibe on the sand, in the sea or at one of many nature reserves, writes Rebecca Marshall.

New Zealand has lots going for it but no one can beat the Aussies when it comes to marvellous beaches, boasts Peter Chapman.

Blainey Woodham offers local insight into the charms of the southern Gold Coast.

Clarke Gayford escapes the usual cliches of Queensland's Gold Coast, driving a convertible to the hinterland for some speed cheese tasting and a bit of a flutter.

Every January, the Gold Coast hosts ten days of carnival events that revolve around the famous yearling sales. Clarke Gayford went along on race day and soaked up the atmosphere trackside.

The biggest festival of the season, celebrating Queensland and Australia's fabulous food on one of the prettiest beaches has already kicked off ticket sales.