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LONG-COVID: Surveys of COVID-19 patients around the world indicate a stronger link between some genetic precursors and long-COVID development. Picture: FILE

Preliminary surveys suggest there are a few indicators of whether you might develop long-COVID.

Who's most likely to end up getting long-COVID symptoms?

Red pandas are an endangered species partly due to the small mammal's habitat loss in China. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Red panda escape sparks zoo security check

David Hurley has confirmed Scott Morrison was made minister in multiple portfolios without a swearing-in ceremony. Picture: Jamila Toderas

The government is seeking legal advice into Scott Morrison's secret swearing-ins.

'Legal mess': Governor-General confirms Morrison took control of ministries without swearing-in ceremony

Ravi (pictured) escaped his enclosure in Adelaide Zoo on Friday, August 12, 2022. Photo: Adelaide Zoo.

The seven-year-old panda, named Ravi, escaped from its enclosure at Adelaide Zoo, in the city's CBD, last week.

Escaped Red Panda is caught after two days on the run and ready to mate

FRIENDS: The aim is for Nina (right) to ride the final kilometre to complete the journey with Karen. Picture: Facebook.

An epic journey for health and friendship is about to hit the road.

Two women with the 'wheelpower' to tackle cancer

IN IT FOR THE LONG RUN: About one in 20 will experience some sort of long-COVID symptoms. Picture: iStock/Mladen Zivkovic

Around one in 20 people will experience long COVID, but experts are still learning what it is.

The rise of 'Flurona': Long-COVID increases risk of experiencing flu and coronavirus together

The way to stop inflation isn't straightforward. Picture:Shutterstock

A survey of leading economists has found the path isn't quite clear

'It's important not to overreact': Australia's top economists on how to fix high inflation

Typical weekly household transport costs have risen to more than $400 in capital cities. (Julian Smith/AAP PHOTOS)

Typical weekly household transport costs also grew to $342.98 in the regions.

Aust drivers' fuel costs hit $100 a week

A scene from The Conference. Picture: Supplied

The banality of evil is made chillingly contemporary.

Subtle, painstaking and precise

A 35-year-old man has been jailed for killing his 24-week-old son.

Qld baby killer 'should get payback spear'

SOUTHPAWS UNITE: August 13 is celebrated each year by left-handers and their allies.

In most languages, the word for 'lefthandedness' is synonomous with evil and suspicion. But throughout history there have been areas were left-handers have excelled!

The history of 'wrong-handedness': International Lefthanders Day

Hendrika Genderen in a scene from Everybody's Oma. Picture: Bonsai Films

Documentary maker Jason Van Genderen tells his family's story in this warm, emotional story of family love and resilience.

An emotional story of familial love

6 Festivals features music and performances by a handful of current headline bands. Picture: Supplied

Canberra producer Shannon Wilson-McClinton is confident the film hits the right note.

A coming-of-age story set to the soundtrack of music festivals

Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack get to know each other in Good Luck to You, Leo Grande. Picture: Supplied

Why do we deprive ourselves of pleasure, she asks.

Why Emma Thompson wants us to talk about sex

BACK IN THE DAY: Nurses attend to a patient in an iron lung in the United Kingdom, 1949. Picture: Getty Images

Poliovirus has been detected in sewage in parts of London and New York. Should the world be concerned of its spread?

Polio vaccine campaign launched in UK for first time in 40 years

Federal Education Minister Jason Clare arriving at a press conference to address teacher shortages with state and territory education ministers. Picture: James Croucher

A priority national action plan is to be developed by year's end to address the nation's teacher shortage crisis.

'Screaming out for reform', ministers seek urgent teacher action plan

HALLUCINATING: The female juvenile bear was found to be under the influence of a psychotropic honey. Picture: supplied

The bear can be seen wobbling, whining, and panting heavily under the intoxicating influence of "mad honey".

Watch: Bear staggers under influence of hallucinogenic honey

The animal tried to get through the front gates of the embassy's compound on Thursday, failed and tried again and then gave up.

Ukraine's new ally - a confused kangaroo in Canberra

Crowded House's Dreamers Are Waiting national tour will begin in Darwin on October 29 and end in Perth on November 27 with concerts in Canberra, Wollongong, Sydney and Melbourne. 

Australian music legends Crowded House are making their way Down Under this spring.

Hey Now, Hey Now! Crowded House announce regional Australian tour dates

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A planned increase in aged care can't be achieved without more staffing, CompliSpace's CEO says. (Alan Porritt/AAP PHOTOS)

Aged care reforms 'unattainable': survey

Extra resources have been directed to help process Australia's visa backlog from Afghanistan. (PR HANDOUT IMAGE PHOTO)

Visa backlog marks Kabul fall anniversary

The Royal Children's Hospital was among the Melbourne hospitals targeted by anti-vaccine protestors. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Vic hospital anti-vax protest condemned

NDIS Minister Bill Shorten says more resources would help prevent crooks defrauding the scheme. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Further NDIS resourcing to tackle fraud

Heavy rainfall has led to flood warnings being issued for Victoria's Gippsland region (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

Major flood warning for Vic Gippsland town

Chris Krabbe, Amanda Loch and Jeremy Fagg played at the Darts Australian Open. Picture supplied.

Redlands' top darts players Amanda Loche, Jeremy Fagg and Chris Krabbe took on some of the country's best at the Australian Open last weekend.

Redland darters take on the nation

Greta Scacci stars alongside Australian acting royalty Bryan Brown in Darby and Joan, parts of which were filmed at Minjerribah. Picture by Christine Ramage.

A television mystery is showcasing the Redlands to the world with Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) as the stunning backdrop to a heartwarming road trip story.

Mystery series showcases Straddie's best

Victoria point mum Lisa Nardone has been nominated for two AusMumpreneur awards.

A Victoria Point mum is being recognised for excellence in her consulting business while raising her family.

Victoria Point mum behind community grants

Data reveals the impact of rising fuel costs on household budgets.

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Survey data has highlighted the effect of rising fuel costs with motorists spending between $91-$160 on a tank of fuel.

Data reveals how much motorists spend on fuel

Abstract artist Valerie Clark is one of many artists showcased throughout the Straddie Arts Trail.

More than 50 island creatives are preparing to showcase their art to Redland residents and visitors as the 2022 Straddie Winter Arts Trail kicks off.

Island arts trail kicks off

Experts have said rising interest rates have put pressure on consumer confidence after new home sales in Queensland fell by 15.5 per cent in the month of July.

Rate rises affecting house sales

Henry Pike (front left) and some of his backbench Liberal Party colleagues who voted against climate legislation. Picture: Elesa Kurtz.

OPINION: Liberal Party deals itself out on climate

Councillor Lance Hewlett has admitted four counts of misconduct after a Councillor Conduct Tribunal hearing. File photo

Councillor Lance Hewlett has been found guilty of misconduct after a tribunal found he had failed to properly declare bank accounts linked to a fundraising event.

Hewlett admits four counts of misconduct

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YOUR SAY: Mayor can contest a by-election

Heilani School of Arts for the Pacific Choirs Project. Picture by Heilani Productions.

Music, theatre and dance from all corners of the earth make up the diverse Redland Performing Arts Centre (RPAC) August to December program.

Variety on show at RPAC

Main Roads Minister Mark Bailey, Redlands MP Kim Richards and Springwood MP Mick de Brenni at Henderson Road. Photo supplied

The state government will ramp up funding for the multi-stage Mount Cotton Road planning study.

State government ups funding for Mt Cotton Road planning study

Bayside rugby league legend Paul Green is being remembered as a loving husband, dad, brother and son. 

Rugby league icon Paul Green is being remembered for the contributions he made to the Wynnum Manly Seagulls after his passing, aged 49.

Tributes flow for bayside league icon

Redland groups have expressed their concerns about the proposed Redland Whitewater Centre included in the Birkdale Community Precinct Draft Master Plan.

Redland community organisations have called a whitewater centre at Birkdale an "irresponsible waste" of up to 100 million dollars and are banding together to get plans for the Olympic grade facility scrapped.

Redland groups oppose whitewater centre

The train gang from Smart Tots Childcare Centre had the first opportunity to play on the Chapman Express. Picture supplied.

The Oaklands Street Community Garden has had its iconic train fixture revamped by Redland residents to get kids involved with gardening.

All aboard at Alex Hills garden

Police Sergeant Rob Duncan has reminded residents to be more security conscious as warm weather approaches.

Sergeant Rob Duncan has reminded residents to think about their home security.

Don't tempt thieves this spring

Olympic gold medallist Logan Martin was last year's celebrity Sports Dad of the Year. Picture supplied.

This year's Community Sports Dad of the Year winner will be crowned on Father's Day and will acknowledge fathers who have kept community sport alive.

Father's Day honours for sports dads

New owner of the Big Mushroom Fruit Barn Freddie Tarabay has officially reopened the popular fresh produce shop. Picture by Jeremy Cook.

A veteran fruit shop owner has taken over one of the Redlands most iconic fresh produce venues with plans to make the Big Mushroom Fruit Barn better than ever.

Fresh start for Big Mushroom Fruit Barn

A render of a seven-storey unit block proposed for Banana Street at Redland Bay. Photo from Economic Devlopment Queensland

An application before the state government proposes building a seven-storey tower at Banana Street.

Seven-storey apartment complex proposed near ferry terminal

The Night Ninjas help get Redland residents experiencing homelessness get meals, supplies and support to get back on their feet. Picture supplied.

A generous group of stealthy Redlanders are providing meals and support for vulnerable residents across the coast.

Redland Night Ninjas deliver hope for homeless

Survey data from Mission Australia has revealed that the pandemic has negatively affected the health of 38.8 per cent of Australian youth aged between 15 and 19. 

Mission Australia found last year that pandemic was having a negative effect on young people's health.

Youth urged to respond to national survey

Wing general manager Simon Rossi says drones are a more environmentally friendly way to make deliveries. Picture: Laura Corrigan

This isn't just a story about flying take-out.

What's the buzz about delivery drones?

Wildlife rescuer Rowan Wigmore says roadkill should be moved 20 metres from the road to stop scavengers getting hit too. Photo: Paul Scambler

Hundreds of thousands of native animals are killed on Tasmania's road every year. In this week's Voice of Real Australia podcast episode we meet the people trying to change that.

The Roadkill State

More than 150 people carry the Chinese dragon's during Bendigo's Easter parade. Photo: Glenn Daniels

The goldfields were a dangerous place in the 19th century particularly for Chinese miners.

What happened to Bendigo's Chinese miners?

The latest episode of ACM's Echidna podcast looks ahead for Labor and Liberals as both face dilemmas and choices.

Should the Libs shift leftwards? Should Labor trim its policy for government?

The latest episode of ACM's Echidna podcast looks back at the campaigns and wonders why there was so little talk of policy. Plus what makes a good election cartoon?