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First prawn nursery in Australia opens
The first prawn nursery in Australia opens near Bowen in north Queensland, just in time to boost prawn stocks ahead of the Christmas rush.
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Rehabilitating mines could create thousands of 'badly needed' jobs
Queensland alone has more than 15,000 abandoned mines, including 300 classified as mega, large or medium size and a new report is suggesting several thousand jobs could be created by rehabilitating these sites.
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New research shows strong link between river drownings and alcohol, researchers say
Alcohol has been a contributing factor in almost half of Australia's river drownings, according to new research.
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Fusing Indigenous dreamtime stories with graffiti art
Townsville rebrands itself as a street art destination, with the latest artwork going up in the city centre.
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Will feeding cows seaweed help save the planet?
Seaweed could hold the key to cutting greenhouse gas emissions, one cow burp at a time.
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Five children last seen at Home Hill returned safe
Five children who were the subject of an amber alert are found safe and well after their father allegedly took them from a house at Home Hill in Queensland's north.
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Global environment leaders gather to learn about improving reefs in developing countries
Coral reef leaders from developing countries have gathered in north Queensland to help improve the conservation of reefs worldwide.
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Losing hair but finding solace with a free wig
A free wig and turban service is brightening the faces of women undergoing chemotherapy treatment.
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North Queensland rubbish to feature in national touring exhibition
Rubbish from north Queensland will be making its debut in a national touring art exhibition visiting rural and regional Australia.
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Taskforce uncovers more than 30 new cases of sexual assault
The future of a taskforce set up to help victims of sexual assault is uncertain due to a funding shortfall, despite achieving remarkable results.
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Australia encouraged by Indonesians agreeing to review how cattle import rules can work better
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