A koala has been rescued from a busy Gold Coast intersection, sparking concerns about the species’ rapidly diminishing habitat.

The koala was found clinging to a traffic pole on Olsen Avenue at Southport, outside the Gold Coast University Hospital.

Wildcare Australia president Karen Scott said the rescue was quick, and that it’s not unusual to find koalas up power poles or in small hedges this time of year. 

The koala, now named Jack, was taken to Currumbin Wildlife Hospital and will be released into a suitable habitat in the next two weeks.
 

A Tamil asylum seeker from Sri Lanka has died at Logan Hospital, south of Brisbane, after attempting to take his own life. 

The 45 year old reportedly fell into a deep depression several weeks ago after his asylum application was initially rejected.

A subsequent attempt left him brain dead, with his life support switched off on Sunday.

For those affected by mental illness, you always can call lifeline on 13 11 14. 
 

Aretha Franklin’s body arrived in Detroit to begin lying in state as fans gather to give the Queen of Soul a final goodbye.

Associated Press has uncovered evidence of Russian hackers attempting to steal emails from some of the world’s most senior Orthodox Christian leaders.

A peak body for country doctors has questioned the removal of the Rural Health portfolio as a standalone ministry under the revamped Coalition Government.

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.

Queensland will soon welcome its first purpose-built automated vehicle, following the signing of an international agreement.

The Byron Bay brewing company Stone & Wood has set its sights on a heritage listed building in Fortitude Valley as its latest location.