Tara Cassidy

In March, Jack Thatcher and Lorielle Georgina, both 18 from Brisbane, died after falling more than 50 metres while descending Mount Beerwah. Two and a half weeks later, a woman was found dead after a fall at Mount Tibrogargan. @ABCaustralia abc.net.au/news/2026-04-1…

South-east tourism businesses say they're bearing the brunt of surging fuel prices, with some losing thousands to booking cancellations & extra operational costs, while others field back-to-back calls from anxious tourists about fuel availability. abc.net.au/news/2026-04-0…

Rain didn’t stop Iranian Australian’s from rallying in Brisbane this evening, in solidarity with anti-government protesters in Iran. Attendees said it was their responsibility to use their voices to support those back home who couldn't. @abcnews #IranProtests2026 #Iran

A Queensland truck driver who murdered his fiancee's ex-partner and fed his body through a woodchipper is set to spend his life behind bars after his appeal was rejected in a Brisbane court today. abc.net.au/news/2026-02-0…

A David and Goliath battle is playing out on the multi-million-dollar shores of the Noosa River. @abcnews abc.net.au/news/2026-01-2…

@wokeviruszombie @RomySher Thankyou!

@_taracassidy @RomySher Have just finished listening. Bravo Tara 👏 Would make a brilliant doco.

After five years following a murder case, @RomySher & I have brought everything I’ve learnt together into a new #truecrime #podcast called Crime In Focus: Killer Charm. Ep 1 & 2 just dropped on #Spotify & #Apple! Or binge the whole series now on the LiSTNR app.

I’m back hosting The Briefing podcast this week, keeping the seat warm for Natarsha Belling. Today I was joined by security and defence expert, Jennifer Parker, to unpack the latest on Donald #Trump and #NATO’s clash over #Greenland. Have a listen. 🎧 open.spotify.com/episode/5qX5L0…

A convicted con artist is allegedly back to her old tricks, this time targeting pet and home owners in a new scam. abc.net.au/news/2026-01-0…

An epic year for Crime In Focus: Killer Charm. @RomySher 👏🏼 Over the weekend it took out the Radio, Documentary & Podcast category at the QLD Clarion Awards. @withMEAA In August it won ‘Most Outstanding Podcast’ at the Kennedy Awards for Excellence in Journalism. ✨ @LiSTNRau

Had a great chat with @_taracassidy on THE BRIEFING podcast about the Westall case, the current petition that calls for an independent inquiry, and why Australia should take the UAP topic seriously. Listen (from 00:11:35) via the link or wherever you get your podcasts: youtu.be/DIcTTfctRQk?si…

@GrantLavac Thanks for coming on the podcast Grant!

@GrantLavac Hi @GrantLavac Tara here, journo/ host of The Briefing podcast. What’s the best way to reach you with a media enquiry? Wanted to see if you might take part in an interview for an upcoming Briefing ep.

There’s only 3 DAYS LEFT for you to sign the Westall petition. Please sign at: aph.gov.au/e-petitions/pe…

South-east #Australia will experience a wintry blast this weekend as a cold front moves over the region. So, what is a cold front? Watch to learn more. Latest: bom.gov.au

Detectives from North Brisbane Child Protection and Investigation Unit have charged a 30-year-old Brighton man in relation to alleged child sex offences, yesterday, June 4. mypolice.qld.gov.au/news/2025/06/0…

So Harry Fong I guess no one likes being smashed with spam hey? #AusVotes25 #auspol #AusVotes2025

⚠️Severe Weather Warning for HEAVY RAINFALL In Central West and parts of Northern Goldfields & Upper Flinders, North West, Channel Country and Maranoa & Warrego Forecast Districts. Heavy rainfall continues over inland parts of the state during Tuesday. bom.gov.au/products/IDQ21…

"Soccer will be hosted in Cairns and Townsville." So the most popular sport on the planet - and the biggest driver of #Olympic ticket sales - won't be played in the host city. If that doesn't sum up what it's like to be a football fan in Brisbane, then nothing will. #qldpol

We are currently investigating claims of abuse alleged to have taken place at Swan Hill Primary School in Swan Hill, Victoria, during the late-1980s to mid-1990s. To assist, please contact our Associate, Jessica Steele, on 07 8788 9482 or jsteele@shine.com.au #investigation

️⚠️ An additional temporary Refuge Shelter is now open in Chandler for residents who are unable to shelter elsewhere during #TCALlfred ⚠️ Temporary Refuge Shelters are now open at: 📍 Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler 📍 RNA Showgrounds, Bowen Hills. More information: bnecouncil.cc/4i9Ec0D