Grand final footy fever
It’s the weekend footy fans hang out for all year, grand final time. Tomorrow, the Swans and the Western Bulldogs do battle in the AFL. On Sunday, the Storm faces off against the Sharks, in the NRL Premiership. But today, …
Author: Elise Whittaker
Swans and Bulldogs say they’re ready for tomorrows AFL clash
As you heard earlier, we’re in for a long weekend of football finals, starting with AFL. Both the Sydney Swans and the Bulldogs have battled player injuries and fitness, but the two teams say they are ready. Dominic Shumilin reports.
Getting ready to celebrate the long weekend
After a bumper holiday season for tourism, Queenslanders are ready to wind it up, with a long weekend. While many will be staying home to watch those football grand finals, others are packing up and heading out of town. Gabrielle …
Car parking now a breeze at Logan Recycling Market
One of Australia’s largest second-hand markets is now even bigger. Logan recycling market, next to the city’s refuse centre, has increased it’s car parking space to handle a bigger demand. Eilis Rees reports.
New licensing laws for motorcycle riders
Getting your motorcycle license will be harder from tomorrow, with new laws taking effect. Road safety experts are worried about the number of motor bike accidents. Patrick Goddard reports.
Increase in domestic violence and drug crimes
The Queensland Police Service has released its annual review of crime statistics. It shows domestic violence and drug related offences are increasing. Maddisson Keenan reports.
Young pilot on cloud nine after meeting World-War-II top gun
It’s not every day a young, aspiring pilot meets a World-War-II top gun. 17-year-old, Daniel Hughes, had that opportunity at Amberley today. Tina Wood reports.
Dami Im a favourite for Eurovision win
Australia’s Dami Im at Eurovision
A stunning semi-final performance has secured Australia’s Dami Im, a spot in the Eurovision final. The singer performed her song, ‘The Sound of Silence’ on the world stage this morning. Kayla Plunkett reports.
It’s showtime in Brookfield
It’s showtime, when a little bit of the country comes to a town near you and in an outer suburb of Brisbane, one of Queensland’s oldest shows kicked off today. Imogen Kars reports.
Pyne accuses ETU of hate campaign
Independent MP, Rob Pyne, says he and his family have been the target of abuse by the Electrical Trades Union. He says he’s been called a rat and that’s just the beginning. Mary-Clare Simpson reports..