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News from the ABC Australia

Couple risk charges for using commercial surrogacy service to have baby
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

A Brisbane couple could face prosecution after they admitted to using a commercial surrogacy service to have a baby abroad, but experts say the laws need to change.

What have Labor and the Coalition committed for the environment?
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

With Australia in the grip of what many consider a biodiversity crisis, here's what the major parties have promised when it comes to nature laws and the environment.

Once home to 'most homophobic town', this area's council tries to shake off anti-gay image
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

A Tasmanian equality activist of over 30 years says Burnie Council's decision to implement pro-LGBTQIA+ initiatives is "one of the most important milestones" he's experienced.

Too 'negative' and wrong priorities: Labor, Liberals on the nose with these voters
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Some Tasmanians are considering voting for non-major party candidates for the first time at Saturday's federal election, saying they are increasingly dissatisfied with the policies of Labor and the Liberals. 

Everything you need to know about Magic Round and Women's State of Origin
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Getting ready for a massive weekend of rugby league? Here is your guide to the NRL Magic Round and the Women's State of Origin.

As India-Pakistan tensions rise, this boy has been separated from his mum
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Following a deadly militant attack, Pakistan and India have hit each other with a range of tough measures including cancelling visas, which has left families separated and wondering when they will be able to reunite. 

Anger and apprehension: Camberwell responds to activity centre zoning
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Camberwell is one of the first areas to witness the way the Victorian government's new housing development plan is playing out on established neighbourhoods, heritage protections and property prices.

This conclave, some of the most influential cardinals won't even be inside
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

As dean of the College of Cardinals, this is supposed to be Giovanni Battista Re's moment. There's just one problem: the 91-year-old won't be in the Sistine Chapel when voting for a new pope begins next week. 

Soft voters stir hope for the Coalition and nerves for Labor
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

It's a sign that cost of living alone isn't enough for the Coalition at this point to convince undecided voters to boot out a first term government.

Hackers have 'compromised' almost 100 bank employees, experts say
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Cybercriminals have stolen and shared almost 100 staff logins for Australia's Big Four banks, putting those businesses at a higher risk of mass data theft and ransomware attacks, cyber security researchers say.

How the Greens rebranded from activists to the 'party of renters'
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Founded on Australia's environmental movement, the Greens have shifted focus to rental affordability. Some say it's an "incredibly smart" strategy.

Labor distances from the Greens, but how-to-vote cards tell another story
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The full set of major party players' how-to-vote guides for the House of Representatives reveals some surprising alliances.

King Charles opens up about 'frightening' and 'daunting' cancer experience
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

It is the most candid the King has been about his health challenges since being diagnosed in February 2024. 

US and Ukraine minerals deal could be signed within 'next 24 hours'
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The agreement would see Washington and Kyiv jointly develop Ukraine's mineral resources, an arrangement US President Donald Trump has called "money back" for the wartime aid it has received from America.

Israel calls for international help as wildfires erupt near Jerusalem
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Dry and windy conditions fanned the flames, forcing motorists on the main highway between Jerusalem and Tel Aviv to abandon their cars and run for their lives.

US economy shrinks in first quarter of Trump's second term
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

A flood of imports into the United States ahead of the Trump administration's tariffs have dampened economic growth.

Katy Perry says Blue Origin backlash made her feel like a 'human piñata'
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Pop star Katy Perry says online criticism over her recent space trip has left her feeling "battered and bruised", but reassured fans she was "OK". 

UK's first trans judge to challenge gender ruling in European court
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The UK's first openly transgender judge said she plans to take the British government to the European court of human rights over its recent ruling on biological sex.

House prices lift ahead of federal election, rate cuts to keep them higher
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

As voters head to the ballot box prepared to cast votes on the issue of housing affordability, new data shows national house prices trended higher in April, and are expected to keep rising as interest rates fall. 

Kylie honoured for outstanding contribution to Australian music
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Pop royalty Kylie Minogue has been honoured for her outstanding contribution to the Australian music industry at this year's APRA Music Awards. 



News from the BBC World Service

King sends heartfelt message to fellow cancer patients
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

King Charles gives a personal message to others facing the anxiety of a cancer diagnosis.

Video shows felling of much-loved tree, jury told
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Two men deny felling the much-loved tree which had stood on Hadrian's Wall for more than 100 years.

Man dismembered couple and took remains to bridge in suitcases, jury told
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

A man is on trial charged with murdering a couple and taking their dismembered bodies to the Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Hackers target the Co-op as police investigate major cyber attack on M&S
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The retailer says it's disabled parts of its IT systems in response to the incident.

Will UK break heat records for start of May and will it last?
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Temperatures continue to climb with the hottest start to May predicted on Thursday.

Body found in Thames confirmed as that of girl, 11
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Kaliyah Coa's body was recovered at Maritime Quay on the Isle of Dogs on 13 April.

Police officer cleared of murdering Chris Kaba to face misconduct hearing
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Sgt Martyn Blake was cleared of murder, and the Met Police argued he should face no further action.

Endangered axolotl release raises hopes for rare amphibian
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Study provides hope for future of the axolotl amphibian, pushed to the brink of extinction in Mexico.

More Kneecap gigs cancelled after 'kill your MP' controversy
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

A ticket site for the Irish rap band's gigs in Hamburg, Berlin and Cologne confirms the summer shows are no longer going ahead.

Royal Mail takeover approved by shareholders
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The approval of the £3.6bn deal will see the 500-year institution taken over by Daniel Kretinsky's EP Group.

BBC Verify: How did rebels train to overthrow the President of Syria?
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

BBC Verify: How did rebels train to overthrow the President of Syria?

Five things you need to make it through a power cut
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

People in Spain and Portugal tell us what got them through a day with no electricity.

Woman's eyesight saved by cutting-edge test after mystery infection
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

After years of suffering, a cutting-edge test diagnosed Ellie Irwin with a rare bacterial infection.

One in six seats changed hands in Canada election
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

All 59 seats that flipped in Monday's federal election went to the Liberals or the Conservatives.

Xi's real test is not Trump's trade war
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The real battleground of the current trade war might be China's domestic economy

Aluko pulls out of awards role after Wright criticism
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Former England striker Eni Aluko "steps back" from Women's Football Awards presenting role after criticism of fellow pundit Ian Wright.

Toxic mushroom meal was 'terrible accident', says Australian woman on trial for murder
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Erin Patterson admits lying to police about her relatives' deaths, but will argue they were a "terrible accident".

BBC report was attempted hatchet job on me, says Adams
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The High Court in Dublin is hearing a libel case brought by Gerry Adams against a BBC programme and online article.

Paedophile given 46 years after decades on run
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

Richard Burrows is handed a prison term after being convicted of dozens of child sex abuse charges.

Israel says it struck gunmen attacking Druze in Syria after deadly clashes
Posted on Wednesday April 30, 2025

The strikes were south of Damascus, where Syrian security forces say they are battling gunmen from the religious minority.



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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