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HMAS Stuart Rescues Hostages off Somalia
HMAS Stuart has intercepted a Yemeni-flagged dhow and rescued three crew members who were being held hostage by Somali pirates off the Horn of Africa. The Royal Australian Navy frigate is deployed to the Middle East, conducting maritime security, counter-terrorism and counter-piracy operations with the Combined Maritime Forces. The interdiction occurred on the morning of […]
Gardening Superstars to Converge on Toowoomba
The first event on the annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers calendar, Gardenfest, is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, with Phil Dudman, Colin Campbell and Annette McFarlane heading up the who’s who of garden gurus attending. The television and media personalities head up a list of local and national talent ready to encourage people from […]
A Cool Vegetable Hot in the Fight Against Cancer
Health-conscious Australians may soon be adding watercress to their plates. Mounting evidence shows watercress may combat certain types of cancer and food scientists at the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation (DEEDI) are investigating the most nutritious ways of preparing and cooking the leaves. Watercress has had a place on tables in Asia and […]
Humble Onion May Improve Quality of Life
An onion a day may keep a cold at bay but also it has the potential to combat obesity, diabetes and an increased blood pressure, according to a new study by University of Southern Queensland (USQ) biomedical scientists. The study showed that rutin extracted from onions reversed fat stores in laboratory rats, lowered blood pressure, […]
Mysteries Of Jazz Unveiled
Ever wondered how Ella scats; how Sarah phrases so beautifully; or how Billie can break your heart with her storytelling? These are just some of the mysteries that will be revealed at the MCGREGOR IN THE VINES JAZZ WORKSHOP on 7 and 8 May in Stanthorpe. Stylish vocalist, MELISSA FORBES, together with renowned Brisbane jazz […]
Murphy’s Creek Debris Cleanup & Restoration Project
The Helidon Hills/Murphy’s Creek Landcare Group in conjunction with SEQ Catchments, Lockyer Valley Regional Council, and the Queensland and Australian Governments are hosting a BBQ on Friday 8th April, 2011 to formally launch the Murphy’s Creek Debris Cleanup and Restoration Project. Representatives from the Helidon Hills /Murphy’s Landcare Group including President, Henk Hagedoorn, and Project […]
RSPCA Awards Sarbi the Purple Cross
Sarbi the Explosive Detection Dog has received RSPCA’s most prestigious animal bravery award, the Purple Cross, at a ceremony at the Australian War Memorial. Sarbi was awarded the Purple Cross by The National President of RSPCA Australia, Mrs Lynne Bradshaw. It recognises the deeds of animals that have shown outstanding service to humans, particularly if […]
Battered But Not Beaten*
Writers@Work are collecting oral histories by way of anecdotal short stories experienced by the people of Toowoomba during and after the recent floods. These may include bush ballads, poems, the unusual, and the bizarre. While we acknowledge the heartbreak and suffering of those who lost loved ones, animals, homes and effects, this compilation is intended […]