Sarah Richards
Sarah Richards is a multi-platform journalist based in Brisbane. She was previously an ABC News cadet in 2022, after joining the ABC News' national digital team as a journalist and producer. You can contact her at richards.sarah@abc.net.au.
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Community legal centre turning away more people than it can help due to massive demand
Around 180,000 people were helped by Australia's community legal centres last year — but even more people were turned away from the service.
Kent and his family have been living in different motels for more than six months
With more than 43,000 people waiting on Queensland's social housing register, a former top bureaucrat is tasked to review the state's response to homelessness with new funding for specialist support groups as a housing plan takes shape.
There are many reasons why your lawn might not be thriving in all this rain
Despite an abundance of rain in south-east Queensland this summer, some homeowners are discovering their grass isn't thriving — and experts say there are many reasons why.
'Delighted and thrilled': ABC weather personality Jenny Woodward receives OAM
The ABC's Jenny Woodward is one of eight prominent Queenslanders to receive Australia Day honours this year, with almost half a century in broadcast and no plans to slow down any time soon.
Queensland domestic violence homicide rate rises 50 pc in one year
About a third of the alleged killers had a domestic violence order against them — or had contact with police in the 12 months before the deaths.
BOM warns 'severe impact possible' if second tropical cyclone crosses the Queensland coast
The chance of a tropical cyclone crossing the Queensland coast next week is "significant" and a "severe impact is possible", according to the latest update from the Bureau of Meteorology.
Auslan interpreters missing from major updates as cyclone, tornado and storms hit Queensland
Auslan interpreters were missing when it was declared ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper had strengthened to a category four system, and when Gold Coast residents were urged to stay home during severe storms.
Event organisers told to prepare for extreme weather after thousands swelter in festival carpark
Festival goers say they were crammed into a carpark with 1,000 others without water or ventilation as they waited to be let into a New Year's Eve event in Brisbane.
Evacuation of Wujal Wujal continues, minister promises Far North Queensland lights back on for Christmas
All vulnerable people have been evacuated from Kowanyama in Cape York, while Energy Minister Mick de Brenni promises Queensland's far northern communities the lights will be back on for Christmas.
Grave concerns for missing man in Far North Queensland as flooding threat turns to Cape York
Police say the man's house in Degarra has been "washed away" with no sign of him since Sunday, as emergency crews still managing recovery on the north tropical coast evacuate residents from Cape York.
Far North Queensland flood assistance payments announced, first Wujal Wujal evacuees land on higher ground
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced applications for disaster recovery will open on Wednesday, as Wujal Wujal residents are evacuated.
QFES says former contractor allegedly stole Rural Fire Service information
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services says the former contractor allegedly removed personal details of Rural Fire Service volunteers, but there is "no evidence to indicate an ongoing concern".
'Eye on the prize': Queensland primary school calling for challengers in Paralympic sport
A Brisbane primary school wanted more students with and without a disability to play sports together, and now they are on the lookout for more competitors from other schools.
Thalidomide was dubbed a morning sickness 'wonder treatment'. Now, its survivors will finally get an apology
Lisa McManus was born with deformities after her mum took a morning sickness drug during pregnancy. She's been waiting years for the government to apologise for allowing thalidomide on Australian shelves.
Adam uses a screen reader at uni — but it takes weeks for the coursework to be made accessible for him, meaning he's falling behind
Following COVID lockdowns, it's clear flexible study works. So why aren't universities taking a "more proactive approach" to ensure people of all abilities can access higher education?
'Irresponsible' dog owners could face jail under new legislation introduced to Queensland parliament today
Queensland is one of the only jurisdictions that does not imprison pet owners whose dogs caused death or serious injury. That is set to change.
School is the highlight of Brittany's life, but a 'very concerning' trend means she's rarely there
School is the highlight of Brittany's* life, but the Queensland high school student, who has a disability, is rarely there.
From breaking disability access law to future plans — here's how Queensland's trains are tracking
Around a quarter of Queenslanders with a disability have reported bad or very bad experiences catching public transport, but a raft of upgrades are on the way.
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live moment:Focus remains 'protection of life and property' as interstate help arrives to support fire crews in Queensland
Conditions have eased Thursday, but there are still a multitude of bushfire warnings in southern Queensland, where dozens of homes have been lost.
Brisbane property prices backflip, record high prices expected within months
A housing report finds the price downturn in Brisbane is "short and sharp" and is on track to exceed prior highs.
'Intellectual arrogance': The Queensland electorate that returned the country's strongest no vote
More than 3.6 million Queenslanders were enrolled to vote in the referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament — and with 68.5 per cent of ballots counted, just three of the state's 30 federal electorates supported the proposal.
Maximum temperature records expected to be broken in Queensland as more heatwaves forecast
Queensland is expected to face more heatwaves and fewer cyclones this severe weather season.
'Elevated levels' of dust and smoke in Queensland's air quality
There's something in the air today — literally. So, why has there been so much smoke across Brisbane?
Teenager in induced coma after fall, prompting calls for workplace safety overhaul
The 17-year-old is in an induced coma after being taken to hospital with a head injury on Tuesday.
Motorists urged to fuel up now as Brisbane petrol prices break new records
The cost of petrol across Brisbane hits a new record high, with prices not expected to fall anytime soon.