Brisbane

Young PNGeans join Australian counterparts in event

The Dialogue is an annual flagship event of the Lowy Institute’s Australia-Papua New Guinea Network which aims to enhance people-to-people links between the two countries, with the support of the Australian Government.

The 20 young leaders, who are professionals from a range of different sectors in both countries, shared their ideas and experiences in building linkages between Australia and Papua New Guinea, and their vision for the future.

Bus driver dies after being set on fire

Six "deeply traumatised" passengers escaped the smoke-filled vehicle with the help of a taxi driver who forced open the back door of the bus.

Paramedics treated 11 people for smoke inhalation and minor injuries.

Police have ruled out terrorism and charged a 48-year-old man.

Anthony Donahue is accused of murder and arson, and 11 counts of attempted murder.

The bus driver was identified as Manmeet Alisher, a 29-year-old man well known in Brisbane's Indian community.

Friends described him as a talented singer and dancer who was engaged to be married.