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Magic Round brings approximately 150,000 rugby league fans to Brisbane, with 40% travelling from interstate or New Zealand. The event generates a $40 million economic boost for Brisbane over just a few days, including a 22% increase in hotel room nights and $14 million in additional hotel revenue. The event benefits flights, hotels, restaurants, and bars throughout the city, particularly in the Ca...

US President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where the two leaders engaged in a 14-second handshake. The lengthy handshake drew comparisons to Trump's previous handshake encounter with King Charles, which occurred weeks earlier and featured similar power dynamics including Trump's characteristic power pat technique. See omnystudio.com/...

Australian singer Delta Goodrem has qualified for the Eurovision grand final after delivering a standout performance in the semi-final. The announcement confirms her progression to the competition's final stage. Her semi-final performance is being described as one of the best Australian performances in the contest's history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A National Road Safety Week study reveals that 50% of Gen Z drivers and 40% of millennials admit to taking photos or videos while driving, with even more reading texts at traffic lights. The behaviour is attributed to shortened attention spans from social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, as well as increased phone addiction across all age groups. Despite high fines and demerit points, th...

A worker went viral on social media after calling in sick just 20 minutes before their shift was due to start, sparking debate about workplace etiquette and employee responsibility. The incident prompted discussion about work ethic standards, with business owners highlighting the difficulties of managing last-minute staff absences. While sick leave is an entitlement for Australian workers, the ext...

Maria, a student from Catch Arena Senior College in the Tiwi Islands, designed a football jersey featuring cultural elements including Frangipani flowers, Tokopini birds, and turtles. The design was showcased during Sir Doug Nicholls Round, with each element representing personal connections to her home in Melville Island and Tiwi culture. Maria also competed in the Santos Aboriginal Power Cup, wh...

Brisbane climber Oliver Foran survived a dramatic avalanche that crashed into his camp at 6.5 kilometres above sea level on Mount Everest, capturing the terrifying moment on his phone as the snow tsunami destroyed tents around him. Despite this close call and earlier setbacks from altitude sickness, Foran remains on track to break the world record for the fastest climb from sea to summit within 66...

Hollywood actor Kevin Costner has been spotted around Brisbane, shopping in New Farm, visiting James Street, and attending a Brisbane Lions match at the Gabba. The Oscar-winning Yellowstone star is currently in the city filming the new production Honeymoon with Harry alongside Jake Gyllenhaal and Sarah Pidgeon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Princess Catherine of Wales completed a two-day visit to northern Italy, focusing on childhood education and development. During her time in the Reggio Emilia and Parma regions, she participated in a traditional tortelli pasta-making session at a local farmhouse. This marks her first solo overseas trip since completing cancer treatment and entering remission. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

A 72-year-old grandmother named Wendy has decorated the front of her Paradise Point home on the Gold Coast with an extensive collection of rubber ducks in various themes and outfits. The display, which began as a joke during COVID when her daughter mailed her some ducks, has attracted a complaint to the body corporate from someone claiming it doesn't fit the luxury aesthetic of the area. Hundreds...

Magic Round, the four-day rugby league festival, is underway in Queensland with matches taking place at the Cauldron in Brisbane. The Women's State of Origin opened the event with New South Wales claiming victory. Tonight's doubleheader features the Sharks versus the Bulldogs, followed by South Sydney, with Magic Land precinct opening at midday for families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Celebrity chef Miguel Maestre demonstrates how to make fresh pici pasta from scratch on morning television, showing viewers a traditional Tuscan hand-rolled pasta technique paired with a simple fresh tomato and prawn sauce. The segment promotes the Good Food and Wine Show, an annual Australian culinary event celebrating local and international cuisines for over 25 years. Miguel emphasises the simp...

Celebrity chef Miguel Maestre demonstrates how to make fresh pici pasta from scratch on morning television, showing viewers a traditional Tuscan hand-rolled pasta technique paired with a simple fresh tomato and prawn sauce. The segment promotes the Good Food and Wine Show, an annual Australian culinary event celebrating local and international cuisines for over 25 years. Miguel emphasises the simp...

Celebrity chef Miguel Maestre demonstrates how to make fresh pici pasta from scratch on morning television, showing viewers a traditional Tuscan hand-rolled pasta technique paired with a simple fresh tomato and prawn sauce. The segment promotes the Good Food and Wine Show, an annual Australian culinary event celebrating local and international cuisines for over 25 years. Miguel emphasises the simp...

Donald Trump has arrived in Beijing for his first visit in nearly a decade to meet with President Xi Jinping for high-stakes diplomatic talks. The discussions are expected to focus on pressuring Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global trade. Technology issues and Taiwan are also key items on the agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deadly Hunter virus outbreak originating from a cruise ship has reached 11 reported cases, with Australian passengers stranded in the Netherlands as countries refuse refuelling stops due to infection fears. The virus, transmitted primarily from rodents, has caused over 100 human cases in Argentina this year, with severe symptoms requiring intensive life support treatment in some patients. Infect...

Princess Kate has completed her first solo overseas trip since announcing her cancer is in remission, visiting Reggio Emilia in northern Italy. The two-day visit focused on early childhood research and development, with the Princess receiving a warm welcome from crowds in the town square. This marks her first solo international appearance in more than three years, following her cancer diagnosis an...

The Coalition has announced a plan to block new migrants from accessing welfare benefits until they become Australian citizens. Currently, non-citizens can access 17 different welfare and benefit programmes, including the Age Pension and Youth Allowance, with waiting periods up to 10 years. The proposal would not affect migrants currently receiving benefits, but would apply to future arrivals, wit...

Australian wage growth has reached 3.3% over the past 12 months according to ABS data, but with inflation at 4.6%, most households are experiencing real wage cuts as pay rises fail to keep pace with rising costs of fuel, energy and essentials. Mining, energy and healthcare sectors show the strongest wage growth, while administrative, hospitality and retail workers lag behind with the slowest incre...

A temporary pro shop at the North Adelaide golf course site, designated for a $45 million Live Golf redevelopment, was destroyed by fire in suspicious circumstances. The incident occurred amid days of rolling protests involving thousands of demonstrators opposing the removal of hundreds of trees for the controversial golf development. Arson investigators and forensics teams are examining the scene...

A temporary pro shop at the North Adelaide golf course site, designated for a $45 million Live Golf redevelopment, was destroyed by fire in suspicious circumstances. The incident occurred amid days of rolling protests involving thousands of demonstrators opposing the removal of hundreds of trees for the controversial golf development. Arson investigators and forensics teams are examining the scene...

ScienceWorks Planetarium in Melbourne features a 16-metre dome with 7.6 surround sound, offering visitors immersive astronomical experiences including views of constellations, planets, and the night sky without light pollution. The planetarium shows approximately 2,500 stars and 88 constellations used by astronomers to map the sky, with sessions typically combining a show with a 15-minute 'what's...

Benito, a Tasmanian devil at Healesville Sanctuary, has successfully undergone dental surgery after veterinarians discovered a fractured tooth during a routine check-up. Tasmanian devils possess an incredibly powerful bite with almost twice the jaw pressure of a lion, making healthy teeth essential for the endangered carnivores to crunch bones. The surgery has allowed Benito to return to normal fe...

National Apple Pie Day celebrates the classic dessert combining sweet and tart apples with warm spices in a buttery crust. Singing baker Elliot Sticke demonstrates how to make mini air fryer apple pies using shop-bought pastry and finely chopped apples cooked at 200 degrees for 18 minutes. The recipe is designed to be simple and accessible, requiring minimal equipment while delivering a warm, comf...

Harry Potter the Exhibition opens in Sydney this week, showcasing hundreds of authentic film props and costumes from all eight Harry Potter films. The 3,000 square metre exhibition at Homebush features iconic items including Harry's golden egg from the Triwizard Tournament and Hermione's enchanted bag, displayed in recreated environments where visitors can experience the Great Hall, play Quidditch...