Ebola: initial blood tests negative
A Cairns nurse faces another ten day wait to be sure she is free of the Ebola virus. Initial tests came back negative but the disease can take up to three weeks to incubate. The health scare has prompted demands …
Author: Alexander Heinke
Brave firefighters remembered
Today Queensland fire-fighters around the state gathered to remember the 50 serviceman who have died in the line of duty. In Brisbane a service was held at St Brigid’s Church at Red Hill and offered time for reflection. Charlotte Collins …
School knocks mental health into healing
The group known as The Choir of Hard Knocks, which was set up to help the disadvantaged is branching out. It is now launching a School of Hard Knocks to teach more than just singing. Laura Dixon reports.
Historic Brisbane buildings open their doors
Some of Brisbane’s most historic properties are unlocking their doors to the public this weekend. The event called Brisbane Open House will showcase some of the city’s architecture. Maddison Bates-Willis reports.
Ford kills the engine on Bathurst
Car manufacturer Ford has announced the end of an era, with plans to leave the V8 Supercars competition. The announcement comes days before the Bathurst 1,000 race, which takes place on Sunday. Chris Thompson reports.
What’s On in Brisbane this weekend
Here’s the rundown of some of this weekend’s events and where you’ll find more information. Kane Burgess reports.
Deadly Ebola possibly in Queensland
The Ebola crisis may have hit Queensland’s shores. This afternoon, the State’s Chief Health officer revealed a 57 year nurse is in isolation in Cairns Base Hospital. The woman was admitted this afternoon after returning from Sierra Leone showing Ebola-like …
G20 impact on Brisbane locals revealed
Brisbane prepare to come to a halt at next month’s G20. More than 20 streets and bridges in the CBD and South Brisbane, will be shut down – and it will cause major disruptions. Taryn Watt reports.
Heart Foundation ‘tick of approval’ shake-up
The Heart Foundation has announced a total review of its food tick approval scheme. And it’s all thanks to the efforts of a young Brisbane woman. Louise Priddle reports.
Livestock ship goes up in flames
Three crew were taken to Fremantle Hospital after a fire broke out on the world’s biggest purpose-built livestock carrier. Several others were treated by paramedics at the scene. Emma Duffy reports.