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It's less than a centimetre long and you'd probably shoo it away without a second thought, but the keyhole wasp may pose a "significant risk" to passenger aircraft safety, research finds. Read More »
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Planning some festive domestic travel? Here's what you need to know about border restrictions
26 November 2020
South Australia's recent COVID-19 lockdown drama, coupled with Queensland opening its borders to Victoria and Greater Sydney makes for a tricky picture on state borders around the country. Here are the rules for interstate travel. Read More » -
'Employers fatigued and complacent about gender equality': Women on average earn $25,534 less than men a year
25 November 2020
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency's (WGEA's) latest report says all industries still have a gender pay gap that favours men and almost half of all employers are refusing to take action to address it. Read More » -
Annastacia Palaszczuk says Victorians will be welcomed back to Queensland from December 1
25 November 2020
Queensland will reopen its borders to Victoria after the state recorded its 26th consecutive day of zero coronavirus cases and deaths. Read More » -
Investors 'torn' after settlement offer in long-running dispute with Clive Palmer's resort
25 November 2020
Villa owners caught up in a long-running legal dispute with Clive Palmer's Coolum Resort on Queensland's Sunshine Coast say they are divided over a recent settlement offer from the billionaire. Read More » -
Airport sniffer dogs redeployed as international mail poses a greater biosecurity threat
25 November 2020
International airports at Darwin and Cairns are once again operating without a biosecurity sniffer dog as authorities redeploy canines south to focus mostly on international mail deliveries. Read More » -
The US reality television star donated $270,000 to the Rural Fire Brigades Association of Queensland during last summer's catastrophic bushfire season and the money has helped pay for a fire truck and digital bushfire mapping tablets. Read More »
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A bushfire ravages a third of the World Heritage Area of Queensland's idyllic Fraser Island, six weeks after being sparked by an illegal campfire. Read More »
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It has taken 20 years to bring school leavers into line in this WA town, but riots are a thing of the past
25 November 2020
Two decades ago the picturesque tourist town of Dunsborough in Western Australia was flooded by rowdy, uncontrolled school leavers. Today, the celebration is a much different event. Read More » -
'We need time to get all these jobs done': Tradies appeal for HomeBuilder extension amid scramble to start work
25 November 2020
With the December 31 deadline approaching, tradies are calling on the Federal Government to extend the HomeBuilder grant. Read More »
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Turning 18 is no longer a concern for young people in Victoria's out-of-home care system
26 November 2020
In Victoria, state support for a young person in out-of-home care ends when they turn 18. But a simple reform of the child welfare system funded in the Victorian Budget "will change the trajectory" of those young people, the CEO of an advocacy group says. Read More » -
A dialysis trial is improving health outcomes for Aboriginal patients by doing things a little differently — by taking services out of hospital settings. Read More »
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When George lost his wife, a men's shed became his solace — but its future is now uncertain
26 November 2020
The Ravenswood Men and Community Shed promotes friendship through woodwork, but it is about to lose funding for the only paid employee. Read More » -
It's less than a centimetre long and you'd probably shoo it away without a second thought, but the keyhole wasp may pose a "significant risk" to passenger aircraft safety, research finds. Read More »
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New preliminary research suggests key parts of the immune system can remember SARS-CoV-2 for at least eight or nine months, and possibly for years. Nigel McMillan explains. Read More »
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Hindu nationalists in India have filed a complaint against the creators of a show airing on Netflix that features a kiss between a young Hindu woman and a Muslim man at a temple. Read More »
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'They've robbed us of our golden years': ASIC accused of acting too slowly after retiree housing group collapses
26 November 2020
There is increasing scrutiny of ASIC's handling of a failed property scheme after documents revealed complaints were made to the financial watchdog years before the property company collapsed. Read More » -
Planning some festive domestic travel? Here's what you need to know about border restrictions
26 November 2020
South Australia's recent COVID-19 lockdown drama, coupled with Queensland opening its borders to Victoria and Greater Sydney makes for a tricky picture on state borders around the country. Here are the rules for interstate travel. Read More » -
Picked by a slave? Berries are bad but grapes could be even worse as Coles and Woolies chase dodgy farmers
26 November 2020
Woolworths identifies more than 300 Australian fruit and vegetable suppliers within its supply chain where workers are at risk of slave-like conditions, as part of its first-ever review under new modern slavery laws. Read More » -
'Starved of touch': Coronavirus lockdowns playing part in dementia patient deterioration, research finds
26 November 2020
Forced into lockdowns to prevent the spread of coronavirus, families of people with dementia have been left heartbroken that being isolated appears to have contributed to the deterioration of their loved ones. Read More »
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He had many nicknames — 'Golden Boy', 'Moptop', 'Cosmic Kite', 'God' — but, ironically, the name which best captured this colourful character and the operatic saga of his life was his real one: Diego Armando Maradona. Read More »
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Argentina football legend Diego Maradona dies of a heart attack at age 60 as the nation's President Alberto Fernandez declares three days of national mourning. Read More »
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Hawthorn doesn't even have a team in the AFLW, but it has set a new benchmark for women's footy by naming an all-female coaching panel for its VFLW team, the Hawks. Read More »
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Natalie Sciver's 47 not out helps the Melbourne Stars into their first Women's Big Bash final, chasing down the Perth Scorchers' total of 125 with 22 balls to spare. Read More »
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The Carlton fan favourite, ahead of his 17th season in the AFL, agrees to join the Blues' rookie list to help give the club flexibility with its squad ahead of its 2021 campaign. Read More »
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The Magpies reach a settlement with the 2010 premiership star, who had not played in the AFL since last year after taking a break from the game to deal with mental health issues. Read More »
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Growing up in a strong cricketing family uniquely prepares Georgia Prestwidge to ride the bumps on her way to the top of the WBBL. Read More »
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The Victorian Government is still finalising arrangements for the tournament with Tennis Australia, but a shorter rather than longer delay is likely. Read More »
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Tributes flow for former French rugby international Christophe Dominici, whose dazzling runs made him one of the country's best and most beloved wingers. Read More »
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It was only an extra few dollars for kids playing soccer, but it added up to a big pay hike for the new CEO
25 November 2020
Football Queensland is engulfed in an executive pay scandal that has outraged high-profile national players, seen young players slugged with higher fees, and led to an internationally known whistleblower being sued. Read More »
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The board will help steer the airport sector through some of the most challenging times since WWII Read More »
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A ‘minor’ change could put a spanner in the works of the $50M restoration project. Read More »
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With interstate bookings surging up to 300 per cent since the Sunshine State opened its borders, Queenslanders will be battling southerners for holiday spots. Read More »
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REPORT CARD: Mackay, Isaac and Whitsunday’s youth recording worrying obesity and sunburn rates Read More »
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‘They are literally trying to squeeze us out’: Residents reveal next steps as trouble in paradise continues Read More »
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New Queensland laws will affirm that domestic violence is not just physical – controlling behaviour will also become a crime. Read More »
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Proserpine Junior Cricket starts a brand new initiative to build skills in eager young players. Read More »
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Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced that the Queensland border will open to Victoria on December 1, the same day visitors will be allowed from Greater Sydney. Read More »
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Stableford championship winners have been crowned and bowlers hit the road for carnival. Read More »
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The 32-year-old constable, who is also charged with five counts of computer misuse, is relocating to WA. Read More »
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MALINDA Leary has seen the damage dangerous conspiracy theories can have on children's health and she is proud Mackay parents are not falling for the same traps. Read More »
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Whitsunday Coast Airport will offer more weekly flights than ever before when direct flights resume next week. Read More »
