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A cybersecurity business feted by politicians and awarded a $15 million state contract just before the Queensland electi...
24/12/2024

A cybersecurity business feted by politicians and awarded a $15 million state contract just before the Queensland election has shut down key operations.

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A business shutting down its key operations raises questions about the future rollout of a contract with the Queensland government to help boost cybersecurity for small businesses.

Most pet owners know not to feed their dogs chocolate, but there's a host of other festive foods that can be harmful to ...
24/12/2024

Most pet owners know not to feed their dogs chocolate, but there's a host of other festive foods that can be harmful to animals' health. Two experts offer their advice on the foods to avoid feeding your four-legged friends this festive season.

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Most pet owners know not to feed their dogs chocolate, but there's a host of other festive foods that can be harmful to animals' health. Two experts offer their advice on the foods to avoid feeding your four-legged friends this festive season.

Retailers expect shoppers to splurge almost $1.3 billion on Boxing Day itself and $24.7 billion for the entire sales per...
23/12/2024

Retailers expect shoppers to splurge almost $1.3 billion on Boxing Day itself and $24.7 billion for the entire sales period, which is set to be the biggest on record.

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Retailers expect shoppers to splurge almost $1.3 billion on Boxing Day itself and $24.7 billion for the entire sales period, which is set to be the biggest on record.

Two mates launched a drone to get a better view of their boat only to find themselves surrounded by more than a dozen sh...
23/12/2024

Two mates launched a drone to get a better view of their boat only to find themselves surrounded by more than a dozen sharks. A marine biologist suggests their engine noise was the main attraction.

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Two mates launched a drone to get a better view of their boat only to find themselves surrounded by more than a dozen sharks. A marine biologist suggests their engine noise was the main attraction.

It has been a year where people have experienced vastly differing fortunes. Leading economists say 2024's conditions cen...
23/12/2024

It has been a year where people have experienced vastly differing fortunes. Leading economists say 2024's conditions centred on the impact of interest rates being used to tame inflation, and a "per capita" recession.

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It has been a year where people have experienced vastly differing fortunes. Leading economists say 2024's conditions centred on the impact of interest rates being used to tame inflation, and a "per capita" recession.

Emma Wilson was feeling a sense of dread while struggling to find the perfect wedding dress until her students stepped i...
23/12/2024

Emma Wilson was feeling a sense of dread while struggling to find the perfect wedding dress until her students stepped in to save the day.

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Emma Wilson was feeling a sense of dread while struggling to find the perfect wedding dress until her students stepped in to save the day.

Chicken sales are expected to as much as double this month compared to last December at Coles and Ritchies IGA has also ...
23/12/2024

Chicken sales are expected to as much as double this month compared to last December at Coles and Ritchies IGA has also observed a 50 per cent uptick.

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Turkey is in decline, chicken is on the rise and ham remains popular for Christmas lunch in Australia.

It's still one of Australia's worst disasters. Now, 50 years on, survivors of Cyclone Tracy share their incredible tales...
23/12/2024

It's still one of Australia's worst disasters. Now, 50 years on, survivors of Cyclone Tracy share their incredible tales of the night Darwin was blown away.

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It's still one of Australia's worst disasters. Now, 50 years on, survivors of Cyclone Tracy share their incredible tales of the night Darwin was blown away.

It takes a true love for the land to stay on in the North Queensland cane fields for 84 years. Still going strong, Sam R...
23/12/2024

It takes a true love for the land to stay on in the North Queensland cane fields for 84 years. Still going strong, Sam Russo has no plans to retire.

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It takes a true love for the land to stay on in the North Queensland cane fields for 84 years. Still going strong, Sam Russo has no plans to retire.

Australia's largest exporter of tallow is the ASX-listed GrainCorp. But how did a grains company get involved in rendere...
22/12/2024

Australia's largest exporter of tallow is the ASX-listed GrainCorp. But how did a grains company get involved in rendered fat?

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Australia's largest exporter of tallow is the ASX-listed GrainCorp. But how did a grains company get involved in rendered fat?

Is alcohol in moderation better for your health than none? Or is that a myth? We decant the latest evidence and what it ...
22/12/2024

Is alcohol in moderation better for your health than none? Or is that a myth? We decant the latest evidence and what it tells us about the effects of a daily tipple.

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Is alcohol in moderation better for your health than none? Or is that a myth? We decant the latest evidence and what it tells us about the effects of a daily tipple.

After battling storms and flooding rains, east-coast Queenslanders are set for "a reprieve" this Christmas with slightly...
22/12/2024

After battling storms and flooding rains, east-coast Queenslanders are set for "a reprieve" this Christmas with slightly cooler temperatures — while the outback bakes in the heat.

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After battling storms and flooding rains, east-coast Queenslanders are set for "a reprieve" this Christmas with slightly cooler temperatures — while the outback bakes in the heat.

Australia's leading drowning prevention body has reported 18 drowning deaths since December 1, including six in New Sout...
22/12/2024

Australia's leading drowning prevention body has reported 18 drowning deaths since December 1, including six in New South Wales and five in Queensland.

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Australia's leading drowning prevention body has reported 18 drowning deaths since December 1, including six in New South Wales and five in Queensland.

"Set a tradition that you're really looking forward to [with your partner, kids or pets]. It's taking control and really...
21/12/2024

"Set a tradition that you're really looking forward to [with your partner, kids or pets]. It's taking control and really making the celebration about you as opposed to everybody around you."

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The festive season can be stressful and emotionally charged, but creating new traditions and setting expectations with your core family can help manage the stress.

Queensland's Domestic and Family Violence Minister says the review will investigate how DVConnect spends its funds, whet...
21/12/2024

Queensland's Domestic and Family Violence Minister says the review will investigate how DVConnect spends its funds, whether it is adequately resourced, and if the service meets expectations.

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Queensland's Domestic and Family Violence Minister says the review will investigate how DVConnect spends its funds, whether it is adequately resourced, and if the service meets expectations.

From Hooked on Classics to country compilations, K-Tel was a '70s and '80s music business success, synonymous with popul...
21/12/2024

From Hooked on Classics to country compilations, K-Tel was a '70s and '80s music business success, synonymous with popular compilation albums, TV ads and early infomercials. Then the music stopped.

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From Hooked on Classics to country compilations, K-Tel was a '70s and '80s music business success, synonymous with popular compilation albums, TV ads and early infomercials. Then the music stopped.

Two people have been rescued after their car became trapped in floodwaters in the Whitsundays as flooding rains shift so...
20/12/2024

Two people have been rescued after their car became trapped in floodwaters in the Whitsundays as flooding rains shift south after drenching Townsville. North Queensland is enduring intense soaking rains with more than 300mm falling in six hours.

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Two people have been rescued after their car became trapped in floodwaters in the Whitsundays as flooding rains shift south after drenching Townsville . North Queensland is enduring intense soaking rains with more than 300mm falling in six hours.

Australia will experience its "longest day of the year" today as the Southern Hemisphere experiences its summer solstice...
20/12/2024

Australia will experience its "longest day of the year" today as the Southern Hemisphere experiences its summer solstice.

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The summer solstice is today. Here's what you can expect from the "longest day of the year".

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