News from the ABC Australia
No sign of man missing for seven days after abandoning bogged vehicle north of Broome Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Dozens of West Australian police and State Emergency Service personnel have spent the past seven days scouring dense bush and marshland for Zane Stevens.
Creditors approve Melbourne survival plan as Rebels fight for life Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Embattled Super Rugby club Melbourne Rebels have received a huge boost in their attempts to stave off the axe with creditors approving their financial rescue plan over liquidation.
'You reckon you've got problems now?': Motorists warned of more chaos on Sydney's roads Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
A former senior transport official delivers some fiery comments at a NSW parliamentary inquiry into the bungled Rozelle Interchange.
What's the unemployment rate in your region? This data tells you. Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
The headline unemployment rate is 3.8 per cent, but that may not reflect the reality of where you live. This data will give you a much better idea.
Rescued boy, 13, 'pretty chipper' after going missing in rugged NT bush on school camp Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
An overnight search and rescue effort with dogs, helicopters and motorbikes in the remote Northern Territory had a happy ending when a missing school student was found.
Masked owl's lucky escape thanks to trio of tradies, wildlife rescue crew Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
This rare owl has had a lucky escape, thanks to an eagle-eyed home owner, who, along with a house painter and wildlife carers pulled off a rescue effort — and not a moment too soon.
'A national catastrophe': Promises made to deal with Australia's highest imprisonment rate Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
The Northern Territory has the highest imprisonment rate in Australia by far. Now, its major parties have detailed their plans to try and reduce the pressure.
PM deflects blame for decision to drop detainee's ankle bracelet — but Border Force says final say rests with minister Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
The Border Force commissioner previously told parliament the final decision-making power over immigration detainee monitoring lies with the minister, despite the prime minister blaming the decision to remove Majid Jamshidi Doukoshkan's ankle bracelet on independent advice.
'It could happen tomorrow': Bennett keen to get Souths return wrapped up Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Wayne Bennett insists he is "not in a rush", but wants to get his future finalised so he doesn't distract his current team.
'Determined to kill': Melbourne woman stabbed to death by jealous ex-partner, court hears Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
The heroic actions of a young girl have been outlined in a Melbourne court, which heard the 10-year-old desperately tried to stop a man stabbing her mother to death.
Australia to plough $492 million into the Asian Development Bank to better fund major projects in Pacific Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Australia is set to plough $492 million into the Asian Development Bank as it continues to heap pressure on the organisation to overhaul the way it funds major projects in the region.
Bonza staff 'screaming and crying' after being told they won't be paid for April Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Employees say they have been told to seek emergency payments from Centrelink as the troubled airline can't afford to pay them.
Final member of group arrested in Serbia over cocaine importation scheme jailed for 18 years Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
David Campbell is sentenced to 18 years in prison for conspiring to possess a commercial quantity of cocaine, after arrests were first made at a Belgrade hotel in 2018.
Class action filed by public housing residents thrown out of Supreme Court Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
A judge has dismissed the legal challenge of public housing tower residents forced to move as part of a government housing plan.
Video of Emma Lovell being stabbed to death at her home played in court in front of family Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
The teenage boy who inflicted the fatal wound after breaking into the North Lakes home in 2022, pleaded guilty to her murder earlier this year and is facing a sentencing hearing in Brisbane today.
Prominent Perth bikie Troy Mercanti faces court charged with raping and assaulting woman Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Prominent Perth bikie gang member Troy Mercanti faces court for allegedly raping and assaulting a woman at his northern suburbs home.
Archaeologists reveal reconstructed face of 75,000yo Neanderthal woman Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
The Neanderthal woman's skull was discovered in 2018 in a cave in the Zagros Mountains of northern Iraq.
Financial insecurity in women's sport drives decision for Perth Glory captain to retire Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Perth Glory A-League Women's captain Natasha Rigby cites financial insecurity and instability as having played a large role in her decision to retire from the game aged just 31.
Josh Baker, Worcestershire and England under-19 cricketer, dies aged 20 Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
English cricketer Josh Baker, who played Country Cricket for Worcestershire, has died aged 20.
Universal and TikTok reach agreement, music to return to social media app Posted on Friday May 03, 2024
Universal Music Group has reached an agreement with TikTok meaning music by artists such as Billie Eilish, The Beatles and Tame Impala will return to the app.
News from the BBC World Service
Labour wins Blackpool South by-election and makes council gains Posted on Thursday May 02, 2024 On a busy night of election results, Labour wins Blackpool South which was previously held by the Conservatives. Watch: 'The people of Blackpool South have spoken for Britain' Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Labour's candidate Chris Webb wins Blackpool South with a huge swing away from the Conservatives. Chris Mason: Whopping swing to Labour will alarm Tories Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The party is set for one of its worst local election results as Labour wins the Blackpool South by-election. Local election results in maps and charts Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Analysis of the first wave of results in the local elections 2024. Johnson turned away from voting after forgetting ID Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The former prime minister returned later with the necessary ID and was able to vote. Bad night for Tories as Labour make local gains Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The Conservatives suffer a big by-election defeat as Labour gains ground in polls across England. Johnson turned away from voting after forgetting ID Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The former prime minister returned later with the necessary ID and was able to vote. Post Office’s expert gave false evidence to court Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Expert suggested bug fix which would alter data without branch knowing, but told court that was impossible. Take That latest to move from troubled Co-op Live to rival venue Posted on Thursday May 02, 2024 The band have become the latest act to move from the troubled arena amid a raft of "technical issues". Dam bursts and death toll rises in Brazil floods Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 More than 30 people have been killed and 60 are missing in the southern state of Rio Grande do Sul. My house is worthless because of RAAC concrete Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Many of Scotland's former council houses contain RAAC concrete but their owners are struggling to get help. US allies India and Japan 'xenophobic', says Biden Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The White House has downplayed the comments, saying the president 'values' India and Japan's friendship. King gets his 21-metre Coronation scroll - but who spotted the one tiny error? Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 For 700 years there has been a handwritten account of coronations, but there are some names missing. Turkey halts trade with Israel over Gaza 'tragedy' Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Officials say the measures will be in place until Israel allows an "uninterrupted and sufficient flow" of aid. Rhod Gilbert high on life after cancer treatment Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The comedian says treatment for head and neck cancer has changed the way he lives. Apple iPhone sales fall in nearly all markets Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 The tech giant says demand for its smartphones fell more than 10% in the first three months of the year. Myanmar stops men from working abroad as war itensifies Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Authorities said they would suspend accepting applications for overseas work permits. Celebrity scandals and secret recordings dominate Trump trial Posted on Thursday May 02, 2024 Defence pursues a heated line of questioning with Stormy Daniels' ex-lawyer, who brokered hush-money deal. Weekly quiz: Where did Emma Stone get her name? Posted on Thursday May 02, 2024 Test how closely you have been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days. The Papers: 'PM to offer Ireland Rwanda deal' and migrant barge protests Posted on Friday May 03, 2024 Protests over the transfer of asylum seekers to a Dorset barge are covered on Friday's front pages.
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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