Our banana supplies could be in jeopardy after a suspected third case of the banana disease, Panama, was found in far north Queensland, the region responsible for eighty percent of our banana supply.   

A crop in the Tully Valley tested positive for the Panama tropical race 4, which rapidly kills cavendish banana plants.

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries said further testing will be conducted to determine how wide spread the disease is, but warned this could take up to six weeks.

A robot hired in the Margiotta supermarket in Edinburgh, UK has been fired after a week because he was scaring away customers.

The child-sized robot, Fabio was part of an experiment organised by Heriot-Watt University, and was designed to give out free samples and direct shoppers in store.

However, the experiment backfired as customers were put off by Fabio’s overzealous manner and vague answers to queries.

Britain is set to create a new unit to try and counter so-called fake news and deter disinformation attempts made by other states.

The move comes after Prime Minister Theresa May accused Russia of interfering with elections and broadcasting fake news to try and undermine western institutions.

The announcement was made during a meeting for the National Security Council, however no information regarding how or where the unit will be run has been released.

An Australian Indigenous director has released his film, ‘Sweet Country’, on the eve of Australia day based on the history of Australia.

Director Warwick Thornton said he likes films that make an audience work, and invites Australians to watch this film to learn more about the Australian history.

The film riffs on the western genre and is based on true events.

In an effort to entice investors back to precious metals, the Perth mint is developing its own cryptocurrency to be backed by physical precious metals.

Perth Mint chief executive Richard Hayes, said the volatility of cryptocurrency investment makes it a risk for most investors, but the gold backed alternative could prove a success.

The new crypto-gold will make it easier for investors to buy and sell with the confidence of knowing their investment is entirely traceable.

Companies have been invited to tender the final stage of the Veloway Cycleway, the $45 million project designed to improve Brisbane cycling.

Stage E will see an elevated bicycle freeway from Birdwood Road, Holland Park, to Gaza Road, Tarragindi and will complete the massive, dedicated 17 kilometre long cycleway between Eight Mile Plains and the CBD.

Disruption to residents within surrounding areas are expected, as well as delays for motorists once construction is underway mid this year.