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Queensland government to host second roundtable on regional maternity crisis

One by one, Queensland maternity wards have been closing. A roundtable hopes to fix the problem as the state government announces new funding to encourage midwifery and nursing students to the regions.

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Happy Paws rescue puppies help young people with disabilities in Toowoomba become job ready

For years, making friends felt torturous for Odin Hensley, but with the help of some animal friends with adorable eyes, communicating with his peers has become a little easier.

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In Queensland, where you're most likely to get your car stolen, people are taking steps to foil would-be thieves

Queensland has been given the unfortunate title of the state or territory where you are most likely to have your car stolen.

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Toowoomba petrol station owner clings to bonnet after being hit by car while attempting to stop fuel theft

CCTV footage captures the moment a Toowoomba petrol station owner is hit by a stolen car as he tries to stop the occupants from driving off without paying for fuel.

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Yazidi brothers Saman, Sipan and Rizgar Almuhama embrace soccer in Toowoomba

Jumping in the car and heading to the local sports club for a match is a weekend tradition most Australian families and kids take for granted, but not these three aspiring footballers.

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Call centre in Cherbourg, a top-performing Asia-Pacific facility, grows from 10 staff to 30 in one year

The centre opened in the Queensland community of Cherbourg a year ago with 10 staff. It now employs 30 and is one of the top-performing call centres in the Asia-Pacific for one company.

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Yvette D'Ath labels fees charged by temporary doctors 'unconscionable' amid maternity crisis

Doctors' groups have hit back at Yvette D'Ath's remarks ahead of a women's health workforce forum later this week.

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Gladstone Hospital maternity unit remains on bypass with women in labour turned away

Gladstone Hospital's maternity unit has been on bypass for several weeks, causing stress for expectant women who are not sure where they will be able to give birth.

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Hundreds of dead fish found on banks of waterways near Gladstone and Biloela

It is a confronting sight, but water authorities say there is a simple explanation behind the phenomenon.

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Splendour in the Grass has turned into Splendour in the Swamp — but we're just excited to be back

The water and mud are ankle deep and many tents are inundated, but it will take more than that to dampen spirits at the first Splendour since the pandemic hit.

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Splendour in the Grass music festival hit by Byron Bay's wild weather, causing performances to be cancelled

Splendour in the Grass organisers cancel performances on day one as "significant weather event" looms off northern NSW's coast.

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Gladstone Hospital maternity unit on bypass with women forced to go to Rockhampton to give birth

A representative body for obstetricians says it predicted the situation several years ago when the former Mater Hospital was bought by the state government and incorporated into the public facility.

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese meets Tamil asylum seeker family after return to Biloela

The Nadesalingams thanked Anthony Albanese in person for his government's decision to allow them to return to Biloela as they continue their campaign for permanent residency.

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Regional Queensland loses federal election spotlight as major parties focus elsewhere

Experts say there has been a "noticeable drop in emphasis" on regional Queensland during the 2022 campaign as major parties focus on other electorates.

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Queensland flood-trapped mum and newborn doing fine after Agnes Water birth, helicopter rescue

When the town of Agnes Water was cut off by floodwaters, Priscilla's birthing plans went out the window. Fortunately her surf instructor was around to help.

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Biloela's Tamil family inspires art exhibition as town's residents take views to the ballot box

It's now the second election where the fate of the Tamil asylum-seeking family is debated as part of the campaign. But what does it all mean for locals in Biloela?

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'Super-hybrid' green hydrogen and energy project proposed for Miriam Vale near Gladstone

A new facility which will use wind, solar, and pumped hydro to supply the grid and green hydrogen production has been proposed for part of an existing 7,500-acre site near Gladstone.

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How will the major parties' policies on energy transition impact Gladstone's green hydrogen industry?

Australia's two major parties have different views on the role of government in Gladstone's green hydrogen transformation. This is what they have to say.

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Disturbing details emerge of 'horrific' Gladstone death after murder charges laid against mother and son

Court documents reveal "horrific" details about the death of Cameron Paul Forrest, who was found with fatal injuries during a welfare check, resulting in his mother and brother being charged with his murder.

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Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race set to boost tourism in regional city after COVID-19 downturn

The 74th Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race is set to get underway, and organisers promise a high-quality fleet.

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Queensland parents are waiting up to 18 months for childcare spots as sector struggles with staffing

Queensland mums say they're being forced to consider abandoning their careers to look after their kids, who are likely to have at least one birthday before a childcare spot opens up.

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Gladstone hydrogen, renewable energy transition prompts strategy for change

Parts of Queensland are in an energy 'flux' at the moment, as fossil fuels are slowly replaced with new renewable projects.

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