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COVID-19 Update: August 12
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24 July 2026

COVID-19 Update: August 12

Queensland recorded 11 new cases of COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, 10 in home quarantine and linked to the Indooroopilly cluster and one overseas case in hotel quarantine. Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk says the result is very good news...

Lobbying for new lab to help fight blood cancers
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24 July 2026

Lobbying for new lab to help fight blood cancers

Leukaemia Support Queensland (LSQ) has launched a campaign to build a state-of-the-art pathology laboratory at Redcliffe Hospital, Caboolture Hospital or North Lakes.

One dog or two
24 July 2026

One dog or two

IT IS a question we’ve all asked ourselves as dog owners at some stage: “should I get a friend for my dog?’’ There are many different reasons why pet owners consider adding to their fur family, and it is important to explore all areas of those decisions to make sure it is the right move for you and your pet.

Fishing with Tony Lincoln | Hardbody lures

This week Tony Lincoln dives into an outline of basic surface hardbody lures.

Ask Dr Dazza | Recreational fishing contributes to positive mental health

Recreational fishing contributes positively to personal wellbeing and mental health. Recreational fishing was highlighted by approximately 80 per cent of survey respondents identifying fishing as important or very important to their health and wellbeing.

Hall's "dreams and goals" ready for Tokyo test
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24 July 2026

Hall's "dreams and goals" ready for Tokyo test

Brenden Hall made the decision to defend his Paralympic crown five years ago, as he stepped off the gold medal podium. That moment is now just 14 days – and 5880km – away.

D-Bay ‘Daggy Bunch’ zooms in for charity
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24 July 2026

D-Bay ‘Daggy Bunch’ zooms in for charity

Remote working’s no barrier to fundraising for the generous team at Deception Bay Community Youth Programs. Find out what they got up to in the latest COVID-19 lockdown…

COVID Update: August 11

Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has described the four new COVID cases reported today as “excellent news” for Queensland.

Power wait on new date for Roar tie

The magic of the FFA Cup will return to Peninsula Power, but not on August 24 as originally planned.

Epic race to the altar
News / Local
24 July 2026

Epic race to the altar

Aimee Houston and Nicholas Richards were facing the prospect of postponing their wedding for the second time, when their wedding venue, celebrant, suppliers and DJ sprang into action after the snap COVID-19 lockdown was announced on July 31.