Regional Australians are 1.6 times more likely to be hospitalised due to heart disease compared to their city counterparts, new research by the Royal Flying Doctor Service reveals.
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Ingham braces for second major flood as road closures leave highway at a standstill
Highway closures in north Queensland leave cars lined up for kilometres, as a severe weather event that inundated areas of Cairns causing flash flooding heads south.
Ingham facing second flood peak, houses cut off
An emergency warning is issued for Ingham and Halifax in north Queensland as the rising Herbert River floods streets and cuts off access to the towns in the area’s second major flood in three weeks.
'It's a miracle': Dog bitten by snake dies, brought back to life
When Portia the dog was rushed in to her local vet after collapsing, she was dead. A week later she walked out happy and alive. The 10-year-old dachshund one of the lucky ones to survive a bite from a venomous snake.
Farmers face increasing wild dog threat due to pup survival
Experts say changes to wild dog pack structures in recent years are making it more difficult for farmers to control the pests on their properties.
ASIO investigator detained on honeymoon has no confidence in police complaint system
The officers who arrested Paul Gibbons were counselled for “misbehaviour”, leaving the former counter-terrorism investigator with no faith in the Queensland police oversight system. The corruption watchdog concedes that system was “broken” as it embarks on sweeping reforms.
From the outback to Sydney Harbour: Disadvantage ranked across the country
Census data shows Queensland is home to seven of the 10 most disadvantaged areas in the country, while Sydney and Perth are home to the most advantaged.
Cyclone Debbie survivors one year after the worst time of their lives
North Queensland residents still find it difficult to talk about the category four cyclone that was the most expensive in the state’s history, as they continue the recovery one year on.
South Africa-bound Renshaw powers Queensland to Sheffield Shield win
Matthew Renshaw guides Queensland to another Sheffield Shield title but he will not have time to celebrate after his call-up to Australia’s Test squad in South Africa.
Under-fire Logan mayor vows to stay clear of development applications
Logan Mayor Luke Smith says he will continue running the city — albeit in a limited capacity — despite being charged with corruption and fellow councillors calling for him to step down.