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The School Bell is a podcast about issues of importance to Queensland independent schools. Independent Schools Queensland is the peak body promoting, supporting and developing independent schools in Queensland, Australia.
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Posties set to play a role in independent audit of mobile coverage
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They'll travel across 180 thousand kays of regional roads across the country collecting data on the coverage and capability of mobile network signals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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'Slim chance of surviving': Will Queensland adopt new front seat laws?
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The National Transport Commission is right now reviewing whether children as young as seven are safe in the front seat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Local Police prepare for a long busy weekend on the roads
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All available highway patrol vehicles and unmarked cars will be out in force until Tuesday . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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The Caval Ridge Mine Overpass finally reopens
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A low loader transporting an excavator attempted to travel under the bridge, becoming stuck and causing major damage...no on was injured. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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440 lives lost in Queensland coal mines since 1882
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The latest a man died on Wednesday at the Oakley Creek Coal Mine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Man charged two months on from serious Bloomsbury crash
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A 72-year-old man was airlifted to Townsville Hospital with critical injuries...he died two weeks later as a result. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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'Disorientated by clouds' likely the cause of last Octobers fatal plane crash
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Also - Miner death and BHP strikes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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BHP responds to AMWU worker strike across 4 Bowen Basin mines
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Also - mining community shook by another worker death. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Police are preparing a report for the coroner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Premier Steven Miles in Mackay talking Pumped Hydro and Mackay Bucasia Road
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Hes also announced a State owned electricity provider, to compete with Ergon if elected, in the hopes to lower power prices in Queensland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Qlders aren't across key election details, just weeks from vote
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The state election is fast approaching, but it seems many still aren’t clued up on vital election details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Investigations into last nights house fire in Mackay
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Emergency crews were called just before 6pm, near the corner of River Street and Wellington Street. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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LNP promise 20 million for Mackay Bucasia Road if elected
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Mayor Greg Williamson says the 20 million wont fix all the problems but its a start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Its alleged the cyclist was struck by a vehicle before it fled the scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Griffith University political commentator Paul Williams says we're only now learning about the LNP's 'Adult Crime, Adult Time' policy See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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The retiree held one of the 10 division one winning entries and has said he hopes to buy a brand new Swiss watch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Over 40'000 RBTs conducted by Police over school holidays
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Also Mackay 1 of 5 locations to expand the use of Electronic Monitoring Devices for serious repeat young offenders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Online software assisting Police with finding juveniles posting crimes
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Digital Intelligence Community Engagement, otherwise known as DICE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Last day for free flu jab for Mackay Whitsundays residents
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but immunisation numbers are still the lowest they've been in years.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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More donations needed for DV survivors ahead of Christmas
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Share the Dignity's it's in the bag Christmas appeal typically attracts over 140 thousand bags filled with essentials and gifts for women and children spending the holiday in shelters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Testing exclusion for cancer causing STI leaves men in the dark
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An infectious diseases expert says there is no efficient way for males to find out if they are carrying or spreading one of our most common and cancer causing STIs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Study finds microplastics from drinking water present in cancer samples
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The findings challenge a 2019 World Health Organization report.. that microplastics in drinking water are harmless.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Mackay makes Top 10 list for most reported scams in the State
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The top scam types driving the largest losses are investment scams, remote access scams and business email compromise. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Brief road closures ahead for Mackay CBD this morning for Police march
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Kicking off around 9.30 the march begins on Brisbane street, then along Victoria Street before turning right onto Gregory Street. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Bruce highway blocked South of Proserpine due to truck rollover
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The driver is safety out of the truck, with no injuries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Cyclone season could be worse this year according to a meteorologist
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Half of the 8 cyclones predicted for Aus made landfall last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Two local roads join Top 10 list for worst in Queensland
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The Main Roads Minister has weighed in on the RACQ's Unroadworthy Road's survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Local events for National Police Remembrance Day
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Mackay polices, Stephen Smith says its a way for us to remember those who didn't make it home while also showing continued support to families who were left behind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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New Farmers Commissioner to hold supermarkets to account
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Charles Burke has taken the reigns of the role designed to give farmers more support and hold the supermarkets to account. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Bruce highway ranked Queensland's most despised road
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Packed with potholes, lacking lanes and prone to flooding that's just some of the complaints the RACQ received as part of it's latest Unroadworthy Roads Survey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Mackay Airport security screeners to go on strike this Friday
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The United Workers Union is urging North Queensland Airports to intervene...with Unions Lyndal Ryan adding that that the pay difference has no justification. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Young boy assaulted at boat ramp prompts Police search
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Police say the male fled on a green and white motorbike with fishing gear...anyone with information or dashcam vision is asked to come forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Case dropped against a Mackay father accused of killing his baby
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The Central Coroner will now investigate the baby's death then determine whether or not to hold an inquest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Mackay, Isaac and Whitsundays small businesses receive State grants
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Also - A health care advocate has slammed the State Government for limiting the accommodation options for rural patients seeking medical treatment in Brisbane. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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State Gov slammed for limiting accommodation options for Hospital travelers
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It's understood three hotels have been purchased to help the South East's homeless... but Justine Christerson says it's a case of robbing Peter to pay Paul. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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New report reveals Central Queensland rental struggles
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For mortgage holders, the RBA will meet this afternoon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Mackay and Sarina's sleep buses are coming 2025
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Three buses, including a pink Sleepbus for women, will serve Mackay and Sarina....With each bus offering safe sleep pods for up to 20 people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Is the cost of living affecting the cost of dying?
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Around 85 percent of Queenslanders who pass away are getting cremated instead of buried. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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The benefits dogs bring to our Queensland Police Service
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Earlier this year the service announced it was deploying more dogs and handlers across the State, with others in the pipeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Our Bowen Basin mines rescue teams wrap up Columbia competition
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Anglo American’s Moranbah and Grosvenor crews were sent overseas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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New Police officers to start across Mackay and The Whitsundays today
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It was the largest graduation in 26 years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Safety warnings after multiple deaths on the Reef in the past year
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No proof of swimming ability is required to participate in activities on the GBR. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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FOOTY FEVER: Swans book in a date with the AFL grand final; A shark attack for the Cowboys; And the PM is in the US
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FOOTY FEVER: Swans book in a date with the AFL grand final; A shark attack for the Cowboys; And the PM is in the US See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Feral deer eradicated from Great Barrier Reef island
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It's believed the deer were unlawfully introduced to Wild Duck Island in 2005. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Coalition leader commits to 80:20 Bruce Hwy funding split
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Premier Steven Miles wrote to the Prime Minister this week, calling for a return to 80:20 funding arrangement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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PM pours cold water on Premier's Bruce Hwy request
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Anthony Albanese has shut down a request for the return of 80-20 funding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Expert says more federal funding is needed to repair the Bruce Hwy
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Plus, a Miners Memorial Day service is currently underway in Collinsville. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Police will prepare a report for the coroner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Premier asking PM to cough up $1bn for Bruce Hwy upgrades
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Priority upgrades under the package would include stretches like St Lawrence to Mackay and Mackay to Proserpine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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Qld crash hotspots revealed with Bruce Hwy featuring heavily on list
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Plus, three mayors join forces calling for local road upgrades. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By The Queensland Briefing
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