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Victorian national park fires contained, but heat and wind on the way Posted on Monday February 10, 2025
The Grampians and Little Desert blazes have been brought under control, but firefighters are steeling themselves for treacherous conditions to come.
Only one WA rock fishing site requires life jackets. Should the rule be expanded? Posted on Monday February 10, 2025
First responders want life jackets made compulsory at rock fishing sites across Western Australia after a dramatic reduction in drowning deaths at a notorious south coast beach.
Man arrested after 'suspicious' death of woman in Alice Springs Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
NT police have arrested a man following the "suspicious" death of a woman at an Alice Springs home on Sunday.
SA government not liable for 'excessive' private investigator fees in medical negligence claim Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
The fees of a private investigator who charged more than $250,000 for his "unnecessary" work in a medical negligence lawsuit, despite having no relevant qualifications, were "excessive", a South Australian Supreme Court has found.
Donald Trump to announce new tariffs on steel and aluminium Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
US President Donald Trump says he will announce new 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports into the US.
Released Thai hostages return home after being held in Gaza Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Five Thai workers released after being held hostage for more than a year in Gaza have arrived back in Bangkok.
The UFC is a lightning rod for debate, but the cash flow means it's here to stay Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
The UFC returns to Sydney on Sunday and amid the controversy both inside and outside the Octagon it was clear that everyone involved got exactly what they paid for.
Man accused of Gold Coast shooting with homemade gun set to face court Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
The injured 57-year-old was arrested in bushland three days after a 59-year-old man was allegedly shot in the head and shoulder with a pipe gun on Thursday.
Islanders' fury at 'unbelievable' call for climate change retreat Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Hundreds of Australians could be forced to leave their island homes under government plans to safeguard residents against rising sea levels.
US officials head to Europe for top-level talks on Ukraine war Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
A group of senior Trump administration officials heads to Europe for talks on the Ukraine war, with the US president reportedly claiming to have spoken to his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin.
Live: Eagles score first Super Bowl touchdown with patented 'Tush Push' play Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts is pushed over the line for the first score of Super Bowl LIX against the two-time defending champion Kansas City Chiefs. Follow live.
Four people accused of murdering Cassius Turvey to stand trial today Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
The death of Perth schoolboy Cassius Turvey will be thrust back into the spotlight today with the scheduled start of the trial of his four alleged murderers in WA's Supreme Court.
Queensland's 50c fares have hit the six-month mark. Here's the verdict Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Public transport patronage is up nearly 20 per cent since the launch of 50c fares, new data shows.
Can schools enforce uniform policies like short hair for boys and skirts for girls? Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
From hair length to skirt length, school uniform policies, or dress codes, dictate many aspects of a student's appearance. But how enforceable are they?
Residents 'battening down the hatches' as potential WA cyclone looms Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Residents, authorities and pastoralists in the state's north are preparing for a potential cyclone to form tomorrow as a tropical low heads towards "cyclone alley".
Australia's public transport isn't perfect, but at least we're not the US Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Many American cities have dire public transport systems, but it hasn't always been this way. How did they get so bad and how does Australia compare?
Man charged with child sexual assault in remote NT community Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
A 19-year-old man is charged with the alleged sexual assault of a child under the age of 10 in a remote Northern Territory community.
Flash flooding warnings as storms dump heavy rain in Victoria's east Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Severe weather warning as "unusual" low-pressure system drives downpours across parts of Victoria since yesterday, the Bureau of Meteorology says.
Liverpool falls to second-tier strugglers in FA Cup upset as Spurs make exit Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
Liverpool is dumped from the FA Cup by Plymouth Argyle in a shock 1-0 loss, while Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham Hotspur lose 2-1 to Aston Villa in the fourth round
More rain on the way for flood-ravaged Queensland residents Posted on Sunday February 09, 2025
More severe weather is forecast for flood-affected Queenslanders, though the Bureau of Meteorology says there may be some relief later this week.
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Warnings :: With the extension of the lockdown until Sunday, August 8, Moreton Police would like to urge residents not to become complacent and to adhere to the restrictions.
If you are heading out and know you are not complying, then ask yourself these two questions:
“Can I afford a $1,378 fine right now?” And more importantly, “Am I willing to put other people and my family/ friends at risk of what could be a life threatening illness for them?”
Please stay home, help save lives and don’t abuse the restrictions – they are there for a reason.
If you need to familiarise yourself with the restrictions again, you can find the Chief Health Officers directions here. http://health.qld.gov.au
Covid-19 jabs are available across Queensland at QLD Health vaccine clinics, Commonwealth jab hubs, GPs, and pharmacies.
You can find a full list here https://www.couriermail.com.au/coronavirus/interactive-search-where-to-get-covid-vaccine-in-queensland/news-story/ce381b8c62ee5f0d191eb75d1aedf01c
For a QLD Health clinic, you must register and book online at https://www.vaccinebookings.health.qld.gov.au
For GPs and Commonwealth jab hubs, look for an appointment near you using the government’s Eligibility Checker website, http://covid-vaccine.healthdirect.gov.au
You can also give your usual GP a call to see if they are providing jabs.
If you feel you need more information about the jab, or are under 40 and looking to get the AstraZeneca vaccine, speaking to a GP is the most sensible option.
For pharmacies, use the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Find a Pharmacy tool to find one near you.
This may be your go to jab spot if you are in a rural or regional area. http://findapharmacy.com.au
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