Reminder of home in the middle of hell
She has lived through the Spanish flu, the Great Depression and two world wars. And now this former military nurse’s stories will be preserved for time immemorial.
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Horn keeps engine running for Tszyu showdown
Jeff Horn says the coronavirus crisis has only delayed his fight against Tim Tszyu, and not derailed it, and he is still working hard during lockdown to be ready for the rescheduled showdown.
Day of infamy that claimed frontline nurses
Nurses are doing us proud on the coronavirus frontline, and on Friday the nation’s wartime nurses will be remembered – particularly the victims of an infamous day in Australia’s history.
New wheels certain to get young gun rolling
Role models like three-time Paralympic gold medallist Kurt Fearnley can really get things rolling. Just ask Josh Brass, who has plenty of road to cover to match his idol, but now he has wheels to do it.
‘As if all the guns in Creation were turned on us’
Eleven of his family members fought in great wars past. Now this Brisbane author is tracing their exploits – and exposing the horrors of war – through letters from the frontline.
Respected voice says horses must keep racing
Respected trainer Barry Baldwin says Racing Queensland has pulled the right rein with its handling of the coronavirus crisis and the public has to realise that racehorses can’t just have a holiday in the paddock.
From quadriplegic to running 10km
Elite Irish combat officer Billy Hedderman broke his back in the Queensland surf, but fought his way back to full fitness.
WWII spy unit that redefined isolation
A top-secret spy network charged with monitoring Japanese movements north of Australia in World War II brought new meaning to isolation and confinement.
Paro gives back to fans in time of crisis
He may be unable to hone his craft in the ring but unbeaten Aussie boxer Liam Paro is keeping busy during the coronavirus pandemic by assisting those who supported his rise to prominence.
Boxer Skye’s got no limit
Skye Nicolson’s parents had her late in life after their sons Jamie and Gavin were killed in a car accident. Jamie was an Olympic boxer and almost 30 years later Skye is one too.
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