Mobile phone cancer risk
Use your mobile for long periods of time and you could increase your risk of brain cancer by 40 per cent. That’s the findings of a ten-year global study by the World Health Organisation. But some have queried the results …
Category: Human Interest
Tattoo taboo?
Tattoos may be socially acceptable but they can still hinder your chances of getting a job. Brisbane employers say they’d prefer their workers not to have body art and if they do to cover it up. Rachel Tinney reports.
Fine for owner of starved dog
The RSPCA had a win for animal welfare in getting justice for three dogs severely malnourished by their owner. Thirty-six year old Sue-Ellen Hall from Petrie was found guilty to three counts of Breach of Duty in the Pine Rivers …
Colourful kites prepare for flight
The skies over Redcliffe are set to be bristling with colour when the annual Kitefest kicks off tomorrow. The festival welcomes back a very special Japanese kite making master. Ashley Miller reports.
Almost sailed around the world
It’s been seven long, lonely months but tomorrow morning, intrepid yachtswoman, Jessica Watson returns home to dry land. Celebrations likened to New Year’s Eve and Mardi Gras are planned for the sailing teen with thousands of people expected to line …
New home for young in need
The opening of a new unit complex at Inala means life will become a little easier for some young people with high care needs. They’re moving out of aged care facilities and into a more independent way of living. Amy …
War correspondent captivates home crowd
The only westerner to survive being captured by Al Qaeda has returned to Australia to write a book about his time as a war correspondent in Iraq. Michael Ware is home safe but not without his demons. QUT News reports.
Helping hand for homeless
With winter just around the corner and temperatures dropping, Brisbane City Council has given our homeless a helping hand. They’ve been offered free flu shots, clothing and a hot meal to beat the cold weather. Lara Hill reports.
Volunteers honoured
Hundreds of volunteers are being honoured for their time and effort as part of National Volunteering Week celebrations. The Queensland Police and Community Services Department found a perfect way to thank them. Shitika Anand reports.
Father sails to fundraise
A Brisbane father who lost his daughter to cancer is planning to sail from Brisbane to Mackay in a four metre catamaran. Dave Lindsay’s trip will raise funds for cancer research at the Royal Children’s Hospital. Ashlea Tighe reports.