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  • Africa Comes to Australia Zoo

    In September Australia Zoo will launch Stage One of Steve’s plans - the Australia Zoo African Safari. A first for Queensland, guests on the new African Safari will tour the brand new savannah open range field, observing giraffes, rhinos, cheetahs, and a brand new edition to Australia Zoo - zebras, all from the comfort of the Safari Shuttle. Africa will cover 24 acres, growing Australia Zoo from its already established 70 acres to just under 100 acres. Africa will be the largest of Australia Zoo’s many exhibits. It will also include an array of African activities during the school holidays including African Dancing and Drumming Workshops daily. Read more…

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  • Broncos get behind child safety

    Broncos players Darren Lockyer, Corey Parker, Ben Hannant and Dane Carlaw have joined forces with Kidsafe Queensland. Read more…

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  • Charity swim to raise funds for special schools

    If you fancy an 11km open ocean swim and want to support a good cause, many local teams are now in training for the eleventh annual Island Charity Swim on 13 August. Read more…

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  • Children under six banned from restaurant

    A Pennsylvania restaurant has ignited a local controversy after banning children under the age of six. Owner Mike Vuick said his restaurant was not a “kid-oriented place” and sent an email to patrons to inform them of the policy change. Read more…

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  • Christmas Tree Trail

    Sunshine Coast Council’s annual Christmas Tree Trail will be bigger and better than ever and with the launch on 23rd November at Mooloolaba. Read more…

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  • Cold Water still best for burns

    After years of testing, the Centre of Children’s Burns and Trauma Research says running cold water on a burn for 20 minutes is the most effective first aid treatment. Read more…

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  • Doll causes baby rescue drama

    Police officers smashed a car window to rescue a seemingly unconscious baby from a locked vehicle in Gympie recently only to find it was an extremely lifelike doll. Read more…

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  • Kids still getting the cane

    Revelations that corporal punishment is still being used in some Queensland schools has renewed calls for a complete countrywide ban.  Read more…

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  • Local gymnasts club on the way to nationals

    Maroochy Beach Gymnastics has had a successful season, with a number of boys recently coming first at the Men’s Artistic Gymnastics state titles in their level. Read more…

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  • Mercer builds her own legacy

    It looks like 17 year old Jordan Mercer may be following in her family’s footsteps, as daughter of Coolangatta Gold winner Darren Mercer and niece of two-time Australian Ironman champion Dean.  Read more…

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  • New slide ride for Aussie World

    Another new ride is being built at Aussie World, the fun park alongside the iconic Ettamogah Pub. Read more…

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  • Stay at Home Dads the minority

    While the days of the stay-at-home mum being the only carer are over, a recent report by the Australian Institute of Family Studies shows men still spend less time with their children due to work commitments.  Read more…

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  • Sunshine coast whooping cough cases double

    The number of whooping cough infections on the Sunshine Coast has nearly doubled, with 426 confirmed cases from January to May this year, compared with 218 cases in 2011. Read more…

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  • Tax time: don’t forget the child care rebate

    If you have kids in child care or out of school hours care, you may be eligible for financial assistance through the Child Care Rebate, which isn’t income tested. Read more…

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  • Teddies go to Royl Children's Hospital

    As part of its campaign to support sick children in Australian hospitals, appliance company ASKO has donated 600 teddy bears and $10,000 to the Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation. Read more…

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  • The Art of Giving

    Entries are now open in the annual Kmart Art of Giving competition where students are invited to draw, paint a picture or make a collage. Read more…

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  • Woman sues doctor over her own birth

    A 25 year old woman is suing one of Australia’s most respected obstetricians for her own birth, claiming her delivery was negligent because he did not follow her mother’s wish for a caesarean. Read more…

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