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In the early 1900s, prickly pear spread over 20 million hectares in Queensland, threatening ecosystems with its rapid growth of 1,000 hectares daily

An introduced cactus became an environmental disaster across Australia's landscapes. Governments tried many measures, but nothing effectively stopped the prickly pear's spread. Scientists then introduced a South American moth, Cactoblastis cactorum, as a biological control agent. This moth's larvae destroyed the invasive cactus, returning millions of hectares of land. The…

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Pack Of Dingoes Surrounding Piper James’ Body On K’Gari To Be Euthanised

Queensland Government officials have confirmed that the dingoes surrounding the body of Piper James on K'gari will be euthanised.

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Our new high-resolution climate models are a breakthrough in understanding Australia's future

Australia’s climate, already marked by extremes with bushfires, heatwaves, storms and coastal flooding, is only set to worsen with the growing effects of climate change.

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Footage of northern hairy-nosed wombat in south-west Queensland refuge a good sign for species

Footage of the elusive wombat — the largest burrowing marsupial in the world — is crucial for educating the public and helping to save the endangered species.

ABC News

Queensland digital licences rollout in Townsville after delays

After delays caused by cybersecurity concerns, the Queensland government is finally rolling out digital licences with a staggered trial approach.

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Wellcamp COVID quarantine facility contract will not be renewed by Queensland government

The 1000-bed quarantine facility cost taxpayers more than $220 million in set-up and running costs last year, but only about 730 people ever stayed there.

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Landmark joint funding deal inked for 2032 Olympics

A landmark $7 billion deal between the federal and Queensland governments will has been reached for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

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Expanding lobbyist capture under consideration in Qld

The Queensland Government is taking a cautious approach to crime and corruption recommendations to expand who is captured by the state's lobbying laws.

AAP

Queensland government considers giving affected GP clinics more time to make arrangements for payroll tax

The Queensland Treasurer is in discussions with Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk about a plan to pause the implementation of payroll tax assessments on some GP clinics in a bid to curb increasing doctor fees.

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United Nations recommends Great Barrier Reef be added to World Heritage 'in danger' list

A UN delegation again recommends Australia's Great Barrier Reef be added to the World Heritage 'in danger' list, urging immediate and urgent action to protect it.

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What is DLD - the most common disorder you have 'never heard of'?

Developmental language disorder or DLD is a lifelong disorder that affects language comprehension and expression. People with DLD find it more difficult to say what they mean and to understand others.

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Qld govt backs mental health on Medicare

The Queensland government says it supports a call for Medicare rebates to be made available on all services for mental health, alcohol and other drugs.

AAP

Qld delays mine emissions cuts until 2027

The Queensland government won't make coal and gas companies start cutting fugitive emissions from their existing mining projects until 2027.

AAP

What do kids like and dislike about school? This is why it matters – and we can do something about it

“School SUX!”

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Do you toss biodegradable plastic in the compost bin? Here’s why it might not break down

Over one-fifth of all plastic produced worldwide is tossed into uncontrolled dumpsites, burned in open pits or leaked into the environment. In Australia, 1.1 million tonnes of plastic is placed in the market, yet just 16% (179,000 tonnes) is recovered.

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Queensland fire emergency leaves Brisbane's air quality worse than Beijing

If you're finding it hard to breathe in Brisbane today there's a good reason — thanks to the smoke haze from southern Queensland bushfires the air quality is currently worse than Beijing.

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