8am Zedlines
Your 8am Zedlines with Phoebe and Taylah
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Queen of Soul’s body arrives in Detroit for final goodbye
Aretha Franklin’s body arrived in Detroit to begin lying in state as fans gather to give the Queen of Soul a final goodbye.
Russian hackers email stealing attempt uncovered
Associated Press has uncovered evidence of Russian hackers attempting to steal emails from some of the world’s most senior Orthodox Christian leaders.
Rural health no longer a distinct portfolio
A peak body for country doctors has questioned the removal of the Rural Health portfolio as a standalone ministry under the revamped Coalition Government.
Blood clot-detecting device could reduce incidences of strokes and heart attacks in the future
A new 3D-imaging diagnostic device is currently being developed which could dramatically reduce the rate of heart attacks, strokes and other conditions by helping to identify people at risk of a blood clot.
French connection to deliver Queensland’s first automated test vehicle
Queensland will soon welcome its first purpose-built automated vehicle, following the signing of an international agreement.
Stone & Wood set to open Fortitude Valley brewery
The Byron Bay brewing company Stone & Wood has set its sights on a heritage listed building in Fortitude Valley as its latest location.
11AM Zedlines
This is Tessa and Aleisha with your 11am Zedlines.
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All asylum seekers found in Daintree
All asylum seekers from an illegal fishing boat have been found in the Daintree Rainforest.
The remaining two men were found by the SES and local residents earlier this morning.
The men did not resist arrest and will now face deportation.
Politicians seeking more ethical advice
The number of Queensland politicians and bureaucrats seeking advice on ethical issues has risen to a record high.
Under the Ministerial Code of Conduct, ministers are expected to attend a meeting with the Integrity Commissioner at least once a year but this year numbers have increased four-fold.
Commissioner Nikola Stepanov called the increased demand a positive reflection of the current ethical climate.