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4 key changes you may have missed in the new school funding agreement

Queensland and the federal government have reached an agreement on school funding. This means all Australian states and territories are now signed up to new arrangements, which officially began at the start of 2025.

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Afternoon Update: ALP’s social media backfire; Queensland signs education deal; and kindness at the airport baggage carousel

Labor admits it ‘missed the mark’ after releasing shirt design similar to historical racist memorabilia

The Guardian - AU

A new deal means every school in Australia will be fully funded by 2034. Here’s what you need to know

Why has it taken so long to reach an agreement and does Queensland signing up really spell the end of ‘the education wars’?

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'Nation-building' deal as public schools fully funded

Every Australian student will receive a fully funded public education after the Commonwealth brokered a deal with a final holdout state.

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‘Better than nothing’: clinicians and hospital heads accept lower standards of care outside metro hospitals

Seven million Australians live in rural and remote areas and many struggle to access the same quality of health care as those in metropolitan areas.

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Track and feud: Queensland to announce third 2032 Olympic stadium plan in four years. Will this one stick?

The widely expected construction of a new 60,000-seat venue at Victoria Park will take a chunk of the largest green space near the inner city

The Guardian - AU

Proposed nuclear power plants in Queensland could not access enough water to prevent a meltdown, research finds

About 1,000 times the combined capacity of Wivenhoe and Boondooma dams was required to cool Japan’s Fukushima nuclear reactors in 2011

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Proposed Queensland nuclear power plants risk contaminating water supplies in event of disaster, research finds

Queensland Conservation Council analysis finds reactors could strain water supplies even under normal operations

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‘They’re smart now’: Australian fishers are on tenterhooks over shark encounters. Should swimmers be worried?

Increasing run-ins between anglers and the ocean’s apex predators reflects a growing unease among beachgoers. But is widespread fear justified?

The Guardian - AU

Haas, Reynolds fire Broncos to win over Cowboys

Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh was put on report as prop Payne Haas won the Carl Webb Medal in a 26-16 win over North Queensland.

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Protest over potential venue after Games body questions

The 2032 Games boss has assured the Olympics governing body Brisbane is on the right track ahead of a venue reveal but a protest could ignite further debate.

AAP

Authorities investigate after thousands of leatherjacket fish wash up on NSW and Queensland beaches

Mass fish kill of juvenile leatherjackets along NSW south coast, from Lake Conjola to Narooma, and on Sunshine Coast

The Guardian - AU

'Fuming' Khawaja bites at '100 per cent wrong' critics

Usman Khawaja has delivered a passionate explanation for his controversial Shield absence and slammed Queensland Cricket's Joe Dawes for fuelling the fire.

AAP

How to Choose the Perfect Grandchester Accommodation for Your Trip

Nestled in the scenic Lockyer Valley of Queensland, Grandchester is a charming destination known for its rich history, rolling landscapes, and tranquil ambiance. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend retreat, a romantic getaway, or a family holiday, choosing the right accommodation is essential to ensuring a memorable and comfortable experience.…

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We found a new wasp! Students are discovering insect species through citizen science

Playgrounds can host a variety of natural wonders – and, of course, kids! Now some students are not just learning about insects and spiders at school — they are putting them on the map and even discovering and naming new species.

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Relief for flood-weary regions as eroded beaches reopen

Showers are set to ease for a few days in a flood-struck region after days of heavy rain as beaches reopen along a storm-damaged coastline.

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Waratahs challenged to 'front up' for Brumbies derby

After being thrashed by Queensland, the NSW Waratahs have been instructed to 'front up with an edge' for their Super Rugby Pacific derby with the ACT Brumbies.

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Payten shuts out noise as Cowboys seek first win

North Queensland coach Todd Payten concedes scrutiny on his team ahead of the Brisbane clash has been "uncomfortable" after two straight losses.

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We found the only kangaroo that doesn’t hop – and it can teach us how roos evolved their quirky gait

In the remnant rainforests of coastal far-north Queensland, bushwalkers may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a diminutive marsupial that’s the last living representative of its family.

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Bulls boss calls star's Shield decision 'disappointing'

Australia Test star Usman Khawaja has come under-fire from Queensland Cricket boss Joe Dawes for missing the Bulls' Sheffield Shield match.

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Form out window when Cowboys invade Brisbane: Carrigan

North Queensland are outsiders to beat Brisbane at Suncorp Stadium but the history between the clubs has Pat Carrigan expecting another titanic derby.

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'Not a good look': Brisbane 2032 sports program delayed

An Olympic committee has delayed a decision on which sports will feature at Brisbane 2032, a call described as "not a good look" by a former Olympian.

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'Here we go again': more flooding for weary residents

Residents who have finished cleaning up from a recent disaster have watched with growing anxiety as river levels rise again after a deluge sparked more floods.

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Jury fails to reach verdict in Toyah Cordingley beach murder trial

Accused Rajwinder Singh to have retrial after jury unable to reach unanimous decision

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US man seeks to bar Australian shooting cops from trial

A man facing charges over guns and making threats overseas is trying to block testimony from Australian police about his alleged links to six shooting deaths.

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