Last-chance training for the Broncos at Suncorp this morning, in a little over 24 hours, we’ll know if Brisbane is one of this year’s Rugby League Grand Finalists. The Sydney Roosters are favourites for Friday night but Brisbane isn’t fazed.…
Author: Louise Priddle
Strictly good time
Love was in the air on the Queen Street Mall today with shoppers being treated to a performance by the cast of Strictly Ballroom. Adapted from Baz Luhrmann’s classic movie the producers say it’ll get you dancing in the aisles.…
New Treasurer talks tax cuts
The new leadership of the Federal government is already wooing voters with a suggestions of tax cuts to help revive the economy. The Treasurer Scott Morrison also says ministerial spending will be reigned in but raising the medicare levy to…
Rabbitohs pair stable after drug overdose
The National Rugby League is investigating new claims surrounding the drug overdose involving two South Sydney players. There are reports police found caffeine energy drinks and alcohol in the property and the case has triggered new concerns about the use…
A place to call home
Young people with high care needs are still fighting for better housing and understanding of their plight in Australia. But at least in Brisbane the group called Youngcare is striving to help and today opened another home where four young…
Labor to boost university funding
The Federal opposition has demanded that the new Turnbull government drop any plans that would increase university fees. The Labor leader, Bill Shorten, also told students at Queensland University of Technology of his plans to increase the number of graduates.…
Charity rally for sick kids
Health care experts say when children are seriously ill having continual support from parents is essential to their recovery. And today those taking part in a car rally helped put that into practice as they left to raise money for…
RAAF ready for Riverfire
Brisbane’s biggest river extravaganza will entertain tens of thousands this Saturday and the RAAF will play a big part. So the aircraft involved have been flexing their muscles. Tom Fowles reports.
Rabbitohs stars drug overdose
The integrity unit of the National Rugby League is looking at a drug overdose involving Two South Sydney players. Aaron Gray and Dylan Walker were found in a serious condition in Gray’s home, and rushed to hospital. The club says…
Turnbull proves popular in polls
In Federal politics, Trade Minister Andrew Robb has let slip that we may be heading to the polls earlier than expected. He told the ABC radio there was just a “few months” before a very important election. Abigail Blaikie reports.
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