How to tell if your dog is in pain
By Jacqueline Boyd
New research suggests that many dog owners are not skilled in recognising pain in their pets as they might like to think.
This could have
Read more16 April 2026Community
Loneliness does not seem to be speeding up brain decline
Loneliness has been found to negatively impact memory in older adults but not accelerate brain decline.
A major new study has found lonely people perform worse than
Read more15 April 2026
The right exercise can reduce endometriosis pain
New research has found that the right exercise can reduce pain for women suffering from endometriosis.
A study of more than 200 women showed a “clear relationship”
Read more15 April 2026
Domestic violence group calls for perpetrator database
A Brisbane’s domestic violence group is calling for a perpetrator database, similar to Daniel’s Law for child sex offenders, which would allow public access to
Read more15 April 2026
Child-sized echidnas roamed south-east Australia
An echidna the size of a small child roamed Victoria tens of thousands of years ago, research released today reveals.
An Ice Age fossil found 120 years ago in an
Read more14 April 2026
Two simple habits are the key to healthy weight
Scientists have discovered that two simple habits seem to provide the best chance of maintaining a healthy weight over time.
A major study found that people who fasted
Read more13 April 2026
‘Cuddle therapy’ emerges as new stress relief
By Glen Hosking
Cuddle therapy is having a moment. The idea for this emerging therapy is for you to book in a specified time with a “professional cuddler”.
Websites
Read more10 April 2026
Families urged to sample more of Brisbane’s 2100 parks
Brisbane City Council is urging families to try some new park experiences in the city during the school holidays.
It said there were 2100 parks available across the
Read more9 April 2026
800 groups received funding from state gambling fund
Around 800 community organisations have received grant funding of up to $35,000 in the latest Gambling Community Benefit Fund allocations.
The money can be used for
Read more9 April 2026
Breakthrough in reversible male contraception
Scientists have announced a major breakthrough in creating a “safe, reversible, long-acting and 100 percent effective non-hormonal” male contraceptive.
Cornell
Read more9 April 2026