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Australia has defeated Poland 3-1 in the Davis Cup, with Alex de Minaur and the doubles pair of Rinky Hijikata and Max Purcell leading the charge. The win sends Australia into the penultimate round of the competition.
A Cairns man has dedicated his life savings to helping local young people thrive through his innovative program, Fresh Start Academy. The program offers hands-on skills training in mechanics and has received $300,000 in funding to support at-risk youth.
In 2016, graziers Sarah Pearson and Lisa Alexander launched a social media campaign to showcase the town of Blackall, which had been struggling with empty stores and drought. The #BetterInBlackall project has since had a flow-on effect, inspiring community-led initiatives and sparking a town-wide transformation.
A music program designed to support women transitioning out of homelessness has helped participants rebuild their sense of identity and confidence. The 12-month pilot project, which involved 32 women and 20 children, used music and art to foster social connection and hope.
A 28-year-old Sunshine Coast mother has given birth to a healthy baby boy after undergoing chemotherapy while pregnant with him. Jya Banks was diagnosed with advanced Hodgkin's lymphoma at 14 weeks pregnant and started intensive chemotherapy at 15 weeks.
A Far North Queensland couple's research on a new type 1 diabetes treatment has shown promising results. The treatment, which targets the autoimmune attack that causes the disease, has been tested in mice with successful results.
The Broncos produced a dominant display to defeat the Knights 40-16 in their elimination final.The defending premiers scored seven tries to three, with Romy Teitzel crossing for a double.
Alex de Minaur has given Australia a perfect start in its Davis Cup tie against Poland, defeating Maks Kasnikowski 6-3, 6-0 in the first singles rubber. The win comes as a boost for de Minaur, who has had a challenging year by his standards.
Mat Ryan's Socceroos career may not be over yet, according to coach Tony Popovic, despite his surprise omission from the squad for upcoming friendlies against Brazil. Ryan, a 105-time capped player, has been left out in favour of younger goalkeepers.
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