Tag: Brisbane
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Cattle Producer Finally Reunites with Cow Lost to Floods Almost Two Years Later
Introduction: A time of flood and loss In the Samford Valley, just north-west of Brisbane, a cattle producer faced a nightmare no farmer wants to endure. Late January 2024 brought Tropical Cyclone Kirrily and a series of severe storms that pounded south-east Queensland. For Bronwyn Betts and her herd, the floodwaters did more than rearrange…
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Cattle Producer Reunites with Cow Lost to Floods Almost Two Years On
Hope Lost, Hope Found: A Queensland Reunion In the flood-battered landscape of Samford Valley, north-west of Brisbane, a cattle producer has experienced one of farming’s most hopeful moments: a cow believed lost to floodwaters has rejoined the herd almost two years after she disappeared. The reunion, which has captivated local farmers and animal lovers alike,…
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Cattle producer reunites with cow lost to floods almost two years ago
Backstory: floods that reshaped a Queensland farm In late January 2024, Tropical Cyclone Kirrily battered south‑east Queensland, turning creeks into roaring torrents and sweeping livestock from their paddocks. In the Samford Valley, north-west of Brisbane, one cattle producer watched as floodwater tore through fences and carried away not just feed and infrastructure, but a beloved…
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Brisbane State High School apologises for wrong exam topic in Year 12 Ancient History
Background of the incident One of Queensland’s leading state high schools, Brisbane State High School, has issued a formal apology to students and parents after admitting it taught the incorrect topic for the Year 12 external Ancient History examination. The error, revealed just days before the exam, concerns the unit about Augustus rather than Julius…
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Police renew appeal after inconsistencies found in Burpengary toddler’s 2021 death
Investigation into Burpengary toddler’s death continues The investigation into the suspicious death of a 16‑month‑old boy north of Brisbane has taken a new turn as detectives identify inconsistencies in information initially provided to authorities. The Queensland Police Service (QPS) confirmed there are now discrepancies surrounding last year’s case, prompting a fresh appeal for information from…
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Centacare Ceases NDIS Disability Services in SE Queensland After 40 Years
Centacare Ends 40 Years of Disability Support in South-East Queensland Centacare, the social services arm of the Catholic Archdiocese of Brisbane, has announced it will cease providing National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) funded disability services this year. The decision marks the end of four decades of care for hundreds of clients and the work of…
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Three charged in torture and murder of Brisbane father Andrew Burow after multi-scene probe
Overview of the case swirls around a complex investigation A sweeping and highly personal case has culminated in charges against three men over the torture and murder of Brisbane father Andrew Burow. Police say the investigation spanned eight crime scenes across south-east Queensland and involved a mix of digital forensics, physical searches, and public assistance.…
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Brisbane murder and torture of Andrew Burow: Three charged
Three charged in tragic Brisbane murder and torture case Australian police have charged three men over the torture and murder of Brisbane father Andrew Burow. The charges, which include kidnapping, extortion and misconduct with a corpse, stem from a complex investigation spanning eight crime scenes across south-east Queensland. The trio – a 38-year-old man from…
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AFL Trade Period Day Three Live Updates: Merrett, Curnow and Petracca Big Names on the Move
AFL Trade Period Day Three: A Day of Big Names and Strategic Moves The AFL trade window has reached another turning point on day three, with the league watching a flurry of negotiations, long-term plans and backroom deals that could reshape clubs’ immediate futures. Stars like Zach Merrett, Charlie Curnow and Christian Petracca continue to…
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Irish Heart, Aussie Heat: The Australasian Gaelic Championships in Willawong
Bringing the Home Field to Willawong In the shade of Willawong’s gum trees and under Brisbane’s blazing sun, a familiar heartbeat echoes the Irish countryside. The Australasian Gaelic Games Championships have arrived, turning a southern corner of Australia into a summer field where hurling and Gaelic football are more than sports—they are a living tie…