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Universities: Battle for the top brains

22 Mar 2011 | Reported by Lee Duffield

Bringing in the best ... In this first report in a two-part series, Lee Duffield looks at how Brisbane’s QUT has recruited talent overseas, to help get itself into the top league of research universities.

New breast cancer research linked to relatives

New breast cancer research linked to relatives

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 6:01 pm | Reported by Phoebe Baker

New research has found an increased risk of cancer among the relatives of young women diagnosed with breast cancer.

Strawberry season over in the South East

Strawberry season over in the South East

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 5:49 pm | Reported by Olivia Noakes

The south east’s severe soaking has brought an abrupt end to the region’s strawberry season.

Queensland experiences torrential rain

Queensland experiences torrential rain

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 5:38 pm | Reported by Caitlin Adams

Queenslanders were warned to stay safe last week with extreme weather flooding roads, ripping up trees and bringing down power lines.

Spanish culture is on the rise

Spanish culture is on the rise

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 5:25 pm | Reported by Olivia Noakes

With Brisbane’s annual multicultural festival on recently, you could step out this summer, Spanish style.

QR National shares go public

QR National shares go public

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 5:03 pm | Reported by Olivia Noakes

The second-biggest float in Australia’s history, Queensland Rail National will be sold off to public investors.

Christmas is all about profit: Queensland Consumers’ Association

Christmas is all about profit: Queensland Consumers’ Association

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 4:39 pm | Reported by Maddy Gourley

Months ahead of the festive season, department stores are already assembling Christmas displays and selling Christmas goods.

The highs and lows of Larry Olsen

The highs and lows of Larry Olsen

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 4:13 pm | Reported by Jemma Cutting

In the 1980s, Larry Olsen went from retirement and weighing over 80 kilos, to riding the winner of the Melbourne Cup.

Uni fees proposal sparks division

Uni fees proposal sparks division

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 3:03 pm | Reported by Julia Taylor

Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s plan to reinstate compulsory university contributions has opposing parties saying it forces students to join unions.

Exhibition a rare treat for ballet buffs

Exhibition a rare treat for ballet buffs

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 2:36 pm | Reported by Carly Synnott

An exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Queensland Ballet Company has opened at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, much to the delight of Brisbane dance lovers.

QR National share offer presents uncertain future

QR National share offer presents uncertain future

Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 2:12 pm | Reported by Mitchell Sabine

Those looking to invest in the upcoming QR National share offer may be looking at shaky returns in the future, with growing concerns over whether the company will be profitable.