“I am devastated about the impact this has had on the reputation of the service, because it does not reflect my values, nor those of the organisation,” said Taylor. Source: QPS, Facebook. Paul Taylor announced his immediate resignation late last week after it was found he made an inappropriate comment during a QPS inquiry. Back…
John Farnham will undergo surgery today. Source: John Farnham, Facebook. The famed Australian singer John Farnham will undergo surgery today after his family revealed that he’s been diagnosed with cancer. In a statement obtained by AAP, the 73-year old’s family said that the diagnosis had been recently made. “We have recently discovered that John has…
The lab is located a kilometre underground in the Stawell Gold Mine, in the Northern Grampians in Victoria and is being described as a new epicentre of dark matter research. Source: Wikimedia Commons. A lab has been built in Victoria that will be used to help scientists shed some light on the secrets of dark…
“Unfortunately, these unscrupulous scammers are targeting women and older Australians, with 82 per cent of family impersonation scams reported by people over the age of 55, accounting for 95 per cent of all reported losses,” Ms Rickard said. The ACCC’s Scamwatch has issued an official warning after there’s been a substantial rise in the amount…
“This discovery is our strongest indicator that Peter had a special association with the basilica, and it was likely dedicated to him,” said Steven Notley, academic director of the dig. Source: Wikimedia Commons. Archaeologists in Israel believe they have proven their dig site is the long-searched for village where Saint Peter was born. The archaeologists…
“As it stands, the crypto sector is largely unregulated, and we need to do some work to get the balance right so we can embrace new and innovative technologies while safeguarding consumers,” said Treasurer Jim Chalmers. According to the government, quick legislative changes need to happen in an effort to keep up with the changing…
The new speed cameras will be rolled out in September in high-risk locations. Source: Queensland Cabinet and Ministerial Directory. New hi-tech speed camera technology will be going live across Queensland as soon as next month to target speeding motorists. Transport minister Mark Bailey announced the new speed cameras will be rolled out in September in…
“There is much more to be said on this difficult subject. I am sure what I have said tonight will set off further reactions and discussions, and we will have a full debate when we bring the legislation to Parliament,” said the PM. Source: Shutterstock. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong has repealed s377A of the…
Numerous emergency service vehicles attended the scene yesterday afternoon. Source: Shutterstock. Queensland Police have charged a Frenchville man with murder after a woman was found dead at her home in Allenstown yesterday afternoon. Authorities were called to the residence in West Street at 3:50pm on Sunday afternoon where they located the body of a woman…
Lack of sleep and depressive symptoms have increased during the pandemic, but little is known how sleep disturbance impacts COVID-19 infection risk and outcomes. Rising temperatures are not only affecting the environment, it’s been found it can also impact sleep and weaken immunity against infections. Dr Michael Irwin, a University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)…