Category: Latest Stories
Echoes of notorious lunatic asylum continue today for mental health patients, researcher says
An academic who researched a notorious Queensland lunatic asylum says there continues to be poor accommodation options for people with mental health issues.
New take on Snow White at the Brisbane Festival explores narcissism
Brisbane’s burgeoning local Arts scene is in the spotlight at this year’s Brisbane Festival. The Artistic Director says it demonstrates the need to recognise and capitalise on the popularity of the Arts among Australians. One of the Festival’s central pieces, Snow White, explores the themes of narcissism and our modern youth obsessed culture. Katherine Gregory attended opening night of the operatic theatrical performance.
Barrier Reef spill: Commonwealth seeks $120m in damages over Shen Neng One grounding
The Federal Court hears up to one-and-a-half tonnes of toxic paint may have scraped off a grounded Chinese coal carrier into the Great Barrier Reef off Queensland in 2010.
Cattle feedlot numbers fall, but remain above average
Rain and record high cattle prices continue to impact on the number of cattle on feed across Australia.
Paddington fire prompts union call for large water tankers to fight blazes in suburban Brisbane
Large water tankers may be a solution for crews battling fires in built-up areas in Brisbane with restricted flow and poor pressure, the firefighters’ union says.
Reece Hodge adding confidence and enthusiasm to Wallabies squad for South Africa Rugby Championship Test
The emergence of Reece Hodge has been a rare shining light for the struggling Wallabies in 2016 and he will make his starting debut against the Springboks on Saturday night.
Diamonds captain Laura Geitz to take break from netball for birth of first child
Australian captain Laura Geitz will not play netball for at least the next year, announcing she is pregnant with her first child.
A word in your ear: the decline of politeness
Emeritus Professor Roly Sussex brings you the language podcast to challenge even the best wordsmith.
Wallabies snap losing streak with 23-17 win over Springboks at Lang Park
The Wallabies snap a six-Test losing streak to revive their Rugby Championship campaign with an encouraging 23-17 win over South Africa.