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National award for “sleepy” brain stem cell research

A Brisbane scientist’s innovative work with “sleepy” brain stem cells has earned him a share of the 2025 Metcalf Prizes for Stem Cell Research. Dr

Aquatic DNA study to inform conservation efforts

Native aquatic species living in more than 200 locations across South-East Queensland will be monitored through a million-dollar environmental DNA (eDNA) program. Led by

Veteran health at the heart of 20 years of research

Two decades of research into veterans’ health has been marked at an anniversary gala in Brisbane. More than 400 guests gathered at Brisbane City Hall as Gallipoli

Netball shoots for a place at Brisbane 2032

More than 60,000 sporting fans have so far signed an online pledge to support netball being included in the Brisbane 2032 Games. The push is being led by Aussie netball

Blitz reveals mandatory tipping warnings are missing

Thousands of pieces of furniture are still devoid of tipping warnings, despite it being made mandatory six months ago. Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

Aussies turning to AI for mental health advice

More than 10 percent of Australians are turning to artificial intelligence for mental health advice, as loneliness and social isolation rates rise. A new report,

New research hub hones in on inter-cell communication

Two South-East Queensland universities have joined forces to create a new research hub on the Sunshine Coast. Based at the Sunshine Coast Health Institute (SCHI), the

Free sports equipment tool trialled in Redlands

A free, on-demand, sports equipment vending machine is being trialled in two council parks in south-east Queensland. Redland City Council Major Jos Mitchell said Council

CHOICE give CBA unwanted award over fees drama

The Commonwealth Bank has earned some unwanted recognition becoming the most awarded company in CHOICE’s Shonky Awards. Ashley de Silva, CEO of the consumer group,

GenAi an opportunity for digital inclusion

Australians who speak a language other than English at home are embracing Generative AI tools, according to a new study. Distinguished Professor Julian Thomas, from RMIT

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