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Gladstone Regional Council releases 2024/25 budget
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A "responsible budget" is how Mayor Matt Burnett describes the financial plan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Trump named Republican nominee, selects JD Vance as running mate after surviving assassination attempt
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The 39-year-old Ohio Senator receiving a standing ovation at the convention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Rockhampton Hospital at full capacity amid busy Winter season
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Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service have confirmed they are at a tier 3, but want to assure no cause for alarm as they distribute resources accordingly to ensure all patients receive the best possible care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Planning and property considerations have started for redevelopment of Bilolea Hospital
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Health Minister Shannon Fentiman says the focus will be ensuring the delivery of safe, sustainable birthing services, with no reduction in bed numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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BREAKING: Trump names Vice Presidential pick, while judge dismisses classified documents case; And snow amid an East Coast cold snap
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Experts say the attempted assassination is helping Trump's bid to return to the White House See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Brisbane teenager fighting for life in hospital after stabbing
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Brisbane teenager fighting for life in hospital after stabbing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Non-verbal 5 y/o boy goes missing in Sydney sparking search
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Non-verbal 5 y/o boy goes missing in Sydney sparking search See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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PM appeals for civil political debates post-Trump assassination attempt
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Anthony Albanese's plea comes after a series of attacks on MPs' offices, notably the firebombing of Josh Burns'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Biden calls for calm in Oval Office address as Trump heads to RNC
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US President Joe Biden has delivered a rare Oval Office address, urging Americans to "cool down" political rhetoric and reconnect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Calls for urgent action to revoke 2015 CQ Mine environmental approval
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Two first nations cultural rights groups have written to the Federal Environment Minister calling for an urgent removal of the Adani Carmichael Mine environmental approval. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Two airlifted to Rockhampton Hospital in separate crashes
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The 67-year-old suffered life-threatening head injuries when the car he was a passenger in rolled off the Capricorn Highway. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Biden orders probe into Trump's attempted assassination; And Alcaraz claims another Wimbledon
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Biden orders probe into Trump's attempted assassination; And Alcaraz claims another Wimbledon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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The FBI have identified the 20yo sniper who shot Donald Trump
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Authorities are still unsure if he was acting alone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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President Joe Biden speaks following shooting at Trump rally
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The incident is being investigated as an assassination attempt on the former President Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Secret service confirms Donald Trump is 'safe' following shooting
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The former US President was reportedly shot at during a rally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Donald Trump has been shot at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania
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The former US President sustained non-life threatening injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Fitness guru Richard Simmons has passed away
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The 76 year old was fighting cancer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Medical experts want tougher rules around toddler drinks
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Authorities say they are too high in sugar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Case dismissed: Hollywood actor breaks down in tears
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The involuntary manslaughter case against Alec Baldwin, over that Rust movie shooting, has been thrown out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Emergency crews have raced to a house fire in Melbourne's east this morning, unable to save two people inside. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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GOAT in tennis sets up Wimbledon blockbuster
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Novak Djokovic is through to his 37th grand slam final after a straight sets victory over Italian youngster Lorenzo Musetti. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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But the 81 year old's still saying he's the best bet to beat Donald Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Espionage charges for Russian-Born Aussies; ASIO chief warns of foreign interference threat
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Private Kira Korolev appeared at the Brisbane Magistrates Court without applying for bail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Concerning number of workplace deaths prompts construction site compliance blitz
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Plus, health experts ring the alarm over the safety of residents following mine fire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Biden confuses Zelensky with Putin at NATO Summit; Misnames Kamala Harris, sparking US election doubts
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It adds fuel to the fire of Biden's embattled election campaign, with growing calls for him to step down as the Democratic nominee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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"TRAGIC NEWS": PM says Australia is providing support after couple killed in Philippines; And Biden mistakenly introduces Ukrainian President as "Putin"
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Image: The Lake Hotel See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Statewide construction compliance blitz begins today
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and no construction site is out of the firing line.... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Hunt for killer after Australian couple murdered in the Philippines; And Biden to deliver unscripted speech at NATO today
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Hunt for killer after Australian couple murdered in the Philippines; And Biden to deliver unscripted speech at NATO today See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Two Australians dead in the Philippines ... and cocaine use on the rise in Australia.
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A couple's been murdered in the Philippines .. and waste water shows what drugs Australians are using. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Charges laid over a Sydney house fire .. and a big star wants Joe Biden gone.
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A father's facing murder and attempted murder charges after a house fire killed three of his children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Western Sydney blaze: Man faces murder charges; CBA report reveals renters tightening budgets
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A man accused of setting a deadly fire has appeared in court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Man charged with murder after Western Syd house fire kills three children
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The 28-year-old is also facing five counts of attempted murder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Could QLD follow NSW and stop trading on ANZAC day?
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RSL Queensland believes a ban on large retailers and supermarkets trading on ANZAC Day... could easily be adopted here too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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George Clooney calls on Biden to step aside; And Katy Perry could perform at the AFL Grand Final
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George Clooney calls on Biden to step aside; And Katy Perry could perform at the AFL Grand Final See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Mothers plea for men to seriously think before signing up to defend
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Rockys Brock Greenwood had no military experience when he volunteered to defend Ukraine, serving 15 months before he was killed last week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Australia's cocaine use reaches record high; Opening statements begin in Alec Baldwin trial; And Samsung unveils Galaxy Ring
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Image credit: Samsung See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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NT Police Minister considers extending Alice Springs curfew
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NT Police Minister considers extending Alice Springs curfew See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Raging chemical fire in Melbourne tipped to take days to contain
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Raging chemical fire in Melbourne tipped to take days to contain See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Melbourne's west hit by major chemical factory fire
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Dozens of firefighters are on the scene as black smoke billows across the area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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NSW to ban retail trade on ANZAC Day; 1 in 5 Aussies admit to sexual offence
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NSW plans to ban most retail trade on April 25 as a mark of respect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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LNPs proposed youth crime laws receive 'overwhelming positive response'
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That comes from the Shadow minister for youth justice and victim support, Laura Gerber, she told us this morning the stats show just how much these laws are needed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Man charged with murder after woman's body found dumped at tip; And Alec Baldwin in court as Rust shooting trial begins
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Man charged with murder after woman's body found dumped at tip; And Alec Baldwin in court as Rust shooting trial begins See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Anglo Americans Grosvenor coal mine shows positive progress
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A fire broke out on June 29, sparked from methane gas with all staff safely evacuated, but the blaze has burned for 11 days now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Biden's doctor releases letter on US President's health; And 'beach tax' proposed for iconic Great Ocean Road
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Biden's doctor releases letter on US President's health; And 'beach tax' proposed for iconic Great Ocean Road See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Former players in the running for Eagles Coaching role as Simpson departs
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Former players in the running for Eagles Coaching role as Simpson departs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Australia points the finger at China for string of cyber attacks
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Australia points the finger at China for string of cyber attacks See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Adam Simpson's 11-year tenure ends as West Coast Eagles cut ties
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Simmo still had a year to run on his contract. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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PM targets social cohesion, names Jillian Segal as anti-Semitism envoy
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The announcement's amid an uptick in incidents since October 7. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Man charged in fatal stabbing of 21-year-old woman in Sydney's west
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Paramedics were unable to save the victim at the Kingswood scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Alice Springs goes into 3 day lockdown to stop surge in violence
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Multiple major violent crimes in recent days have authorities concerned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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