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Australian veterans who served at the Butterworth air base in Malaysia between 1970 and 1989 are still fighting for official recognition of their deployment as "warlike." Decades after their service in a volatile region, these former troops decry ongoing government inaction, fearing time is running out.
A Toowoomba family is gripped by harrowing uncertainty as their loved one, Jana Armstrong, remains missing for several days. Authorities have escalated their investigation, deeming her disappearance suspicious, as her family prepares for the grim possibility.
From a quiet Queensland studio, the extraordinary legacy of Gunggari artist Bill Dodd continues to inspire. Paralyzed from his youth, Dodd defied physical limitations, creating intricate masterpieces by holding a pen firmly between his teeth.
Redbank Ngarindjerri is a beacon of cultural resilience, actively preserving its rich heritage and fostering strong community ties through various local initiatives. The community is focused on education, well-being, and environmental stewardship, ensuring its unique identity thrives for future generations.
A clinical second-half performance saw France secure a historic 42-26 victory over the Wallabies in Brisbane, marking their largest winning margin on Australian soil. The defeat extends the Wallabies' challenging run, leaving them winless in the current Nations Championship.
Australia's rising athletics star, Gout Gout, will miss the highly anticipated World Under-20 Championships after sustaining a significant hamstring injury during training. The 18-year-old, who has had a sensational year, has committed to an intensive rehabilitation program with an eye on a powerful return in 2027.
The 2026 State of Origin decider has set a new record as the most-watched game in the history of the interstate rugby league series. An average of 4.29 million viewers tuned in, with a total of over 6 million watching some part of the thrilling decider.
Australia's burgeoning coffee industry is gearing up for significant growth, driven by innovative new plant varieties and increasing consumer appetite for locally grown beans. Researchers and growers anticipate a substantial increase in domestic production, aiming to capture a larger share of the nation's immense coffee consumption.
A proposed new building and construction code in Queensland has sparked widespread confusion across the industry, with unions warning it could jeopardize critical infrastructure projects, including those for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Industry stakeholders are sharply divided on the potential impacts, calling for urgent clarity from the state government.
Leading oral care brand, Hismile, is facing serious scrutiny over allegations of using 'significantly misleading' advertisements on social media. The ads reportedly feature individuals dressed as health professionals promoting products, with some instances showing signs of artificial intelligence manipulation.
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