Queensland Premier announces funding for new public hospital
Queensland Premier Anastacia Palaszczuk has today announced funding for a new public hospital in Springfield, in partnership with private firm Mater Health.
The announcement comes as a result of the continuing emergency department crisis in State hospitals.
Mount Coot-tha celebrates its 45th year
Mount Coot-tha botanic gardens is celebrating its 45th year on the national botanic garden day.
Curator Carl Davidson says they are encouraging people to visit the botanic collections.
Rising COVID-19 cases in Victoria
The Victorian health authorities have announced five new cases of community transmission in the state, taking the total number of infections linked to the recent outbreak to 45.
One of the five cases was a woman working in the Arcade Maidstone aged care facility, which is now in lockdown with residents required to stay in isolation in their rooms.
Scientist argues against Wuhan lab theory
A World Health Organization ("WHO") scientist has come out against a theory that COVID-19 was leaked from a Wuhan laboratory, claiming China's silence comes from a misunderstanding from other countries.
Olympic games still a go despite COVID-19 fears
The International Olympic Committee is adamant that the Olympic and Paralympic games will go ahead in Tokyo from July 23rd.
However, there has been growing sentiment from the Japanese public that these events should not go ahead amid COVID fears.
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Report shows gender paid disparity in Queensland
According to a Gender Equality report published by the Queensland Government, women earn on average 15% less than men and have 30% less superannuation.
Emundi Chief Executive Office Suzanne Jacobi-Lee told the ABC she faced continued discrimination and a lower salary than that of her male counterparts over her 30 years in business.
Family of missing surf ski rider calling for community help
The family of a missing surf ski rider are calling on the Moreton community to help out in search efforts.
North Stradbroke Island is reeling after 26-year-old surf ski rider Jordan Kelly went missing on Saturday.
International students return to NSW
South Australia is set to bring back international students.
The State’s Chief Public Health Officer has approved a plan to allow international students back into the country for study, after serving two weeks' quarantine at the existing facilities.
CBD Medi-hotels will continue to be used for returning Australians under the plan.
AUS and NZ Prime Ministers discuss China's barley tariffs
The Australian and New Zealand prime ministers are discussing China’s barley tariffs.
Already, Jacinta Ardern has shown support towards Australia over these discussions, however, a formal discussion is expected to take place today.