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Boss of troubled DNA lab resigns after being suspended

A director has resigned in another setback for a beleaguered DNA lab that had major failings over a number of years exposed by back-to-back inquiries.

Wave of case issues expected in mass DNA retesting

Wave of case issues expected in mass DNA retesting

DNA will be kept for longer to ensure serious crimes are investigated properly as authorities prepare to check masses of forensics for serious lab failings.

Whistleblower set to oversee DNA lab reform under LNP

Whistleblower set to oversee DNA lab reform under LNP

A whistleblower who exposed a state-run forensic lab's problems that led to back to back inquiries will oversee reforms if the Queensland opposition is elected.

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Queensland passes new forensic laws after thousands of DNA samples forced to be re-tested

Government declared last year that more than 100,000 samples may need to be re-tested

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Backlog after 'flawed' DNA testing could take years

Another DNA testing bungle has been exposed at Queensland's troubled forensic lab, meaning more than 100,000 samples might need to be re-tested.

New forensic lab inquiry delving deeper into Project 13

A new inquiry is being held into Queensland's beleaguered forensic lab after criticisms and allegations about DNA extraction methods known as Project 13.

A scathing report revealed major issues at Queensland's 'troubled' DNA forensics lab. What happens now?

Major issues at the Forensic and Scientific Services lab are found to have led to a significant cut in the number of crime scene samples being tested for DNA and a risk of "miscarriages of justice".

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Inquiry reveals alarm among scientists over Queensland forensics lab's new DNA procedure

Inquiry reveals alarm among scientists over Queensland forensics lab's new DNA procedure

Another week of hearings in Brisbane hears evidence from scientists about a "toxic" work culture and issues with the testing of DNA samples relating to major crimes like rapes and murders.

Queensland DNA testing inquiry public hearings begin, forensic scientist 'quite scared' about extent of lab failures

Queensland DNA testing inquiry public hearings begin, forensic scientist 'quite scared' about extent of lab failures

Dr Kirsty Wright describes Queensland's commission of inquiry into forensic DNA testing as the "most important event" the state's criminal justice system has ever seen.

There will be an inquiry into Queensland's state-run forensic testing lab. Here's what the outcomes could be

There will be an inquiry into Queensland's state-run forensic testing lab. Here's what the outcomes could be

Forensic biologist Kirsty Wright says there's "nothing anywhere in the world" like the DNA testing failures at the Queensland-run forensics lab. What could the consequences be for criminal cases?

Queensland to hold inquiry into DNA testing at forensics lab amid accusations it failed victims

Queensland to hold inquiry into DNA testing at forensics lab amid accusations it failed victims

Minister acknowledges family of Shandee Blackburn, who was fatally stabbed in 2013 in a case that sparked calls for reform

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Calls for independent inquiry into Queensland forensic lab as DNA testing failures prompt criminal cases to be reviewed

Calls for independent inquiry into Queensland forensic lab as DNA testing failures prompt criminal cases to be reviewed

A government review into DNA testing at a state-run forensics laboratory is labelled "manifestly inadequate" by a former employee after Queensland police revealed they were re-examining cases dating back to the start of 2018.

Review of forensic DNA testing ‘falls short’ for Queensland victims, critics say

Review of forensic DNA testing ‘falls short’ for Queensland victims, critics say

Specific cases may be examined to inform scope of review, no re-analysis of DNA samples will be done

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First-time buyer transforms magnolia bedroom for £100 with Aldi accessories and DIY hacks

First-time buyer transforms magnolia bedroom for £100 with Aldi accessories and DIY hacks

Kirsty Wright has injected her personality into her home - that was once a 'sea of magnolia with smelly carpets'

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