CSIRO Develop New DNA Testing
The CSIRO have developed a DNA test capable of improving management of wild fish populations by determining the ages of fishes.
The cost effective and non-lethal alternative to counting growth rings can be used for conservation or harvesting, proving a vital tool towards the management of fisheries.
9am Thursday 24/06/21 Zedlines
With Gyan-Reece & Flynn
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8am Thursday 24/06/21 Zedlines
With Gyan-Reece & Flynn
Anti-virus Pioneer Found Dead
Anti-virus software pioneer John McAfee was found dead in his prison cell near Barcelona on Wednesday, according to press reports, hours after Spain’s High Court ruled he could be extradited to the United States for tax evasion charges.
Gold Coast Shed Sells for Record Price
A shed on the Gold Coast has sold for a record setting $1.2 million price.
The hefty price tag is similar to the cost of a family house in south-east Queensland, however, the large warehouse will be used as a secondary personal space.
The new owner plans to turn the location into a man cave setting a new benchmark for a block of its size
Man Granted Quarantine Exemption To See Dying Father
A man who travelled from the United States to see his dying father has been granted an exemption from hotel quarantine to cross the Queensland border.
Miscarriage Leave Entitlement Receives Legislation
The federal government will today introduce legislation that adds miscarriage to the compassionate and bereavement leave entitlement, which means two days of paid leave will be provided to those who miscarry before 20 weeks.
Samantha Payne has lobbied the government for the measure over the past three years as the CEO of Pink Elephants, which supports those impacted by early pregnancy loss.
Travel Restrictions Follow NSW Cluster
Travel restrictions have once again been implemented by the Queensland government as the NSW COVID-19 cluster grows in size.
As of 1am this morning travellers of greater Sydney, The Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Wollongong and Shellharbour will not be allowed to enter the state unless they qualify as having an essential purpose.
Fans Make Pro-LGBT Protest at Germany-Hungary Football Game
An unnamed protester was led away to cheers and applause after holding a rainbow flag in front of Hungarian football side as they sang the national anthem.
The lead up to the Euro Football match against Germany was overshadowed by the Munich city council's request to illuminate that football stadium in rainbow colours in support of the LGBTQI community.
Brisbane Metro Delayed in Olympic Bid
Delays are expected for the Brisbane City Council’s $1.2 billion Metro project.
The construction of the new transport system has been reconsidered pending on whether Brisbanes’ Olympic bid is successful.