By Imogen Knowles A Brisbane man is two weeks into completing an approximate 900km walk from Coolangatta to Sydney in a hope to raise $50,000 or more for Oxfam Australia. Glen Hammermeister, 27, from Bulimba, started his journey on May …
By Grace Duckham, Imogen Knowles Knives are fast becoming the weapon of choice for young men and are becoming more popular during assaults and robberies, according to a report released today. The Australia Institute of Criminology Trends and Issues report …
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By Alex Fynes-Clinton, Imogen Knowles The Queensland Ambulance Union is outraged over the use of taxis being used as makeshift ambulances. The outrage was sparked by a photo of a person being loaded into the back of a maxi taxi …
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By Imogen Knowles International Monetary Fund Chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn has resigned after sexual assault charges were made against him. Mr Strauss-Kahn said it is with infinite sadness that he feels compelled to resign from the executive board. He denies all …
By Kieran Rooney, Imogen Knowles Teapotting is fast becoming the new G-rated internet craze after planking left one man dead. This new craze requires participants to take pictures of themselves in funny or famous locations, with one hand on their …
By Imogen Knowles Queensland is now home to the most advanced DNA testing technology in Australia, after Health Minister Geoff Wilson opened an upgraded DNA testing laboratory at Coopers Plains today. The $7.6-million expansion will allow DNA processing to be more …
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They may have the wins on the board but Queensland’s depth will be tested when the Maroons take on New South Wales in the opening State of Origin game next week. Today selectors named a familiar side. Only a few …
Queensland’s latest state of the art sporting venue opened its doors to the media today ahead of an official launch this weekend. Premier Anna Bligh will formally open the state’s newest stadium on Sunday at a family day hosted by …
Queensland has a 10 speed economy, says State Treasurer Andrew Fraser. Speaking at an economic development forum, Mr Fraser says the state has suffered through the GFC and recent natural disasters, and is heading into a golden era. Ellen-Maree Elliot …
Big tobacco companies say they’ll hit back at the Federal Government’s plan to introduce plain packaging. They say the government’s turning a blind eye to the real problem, illegal tobacco. Andrew Cook reports.