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Attendance rates plummet after controversial three-day school week
The Easter long weekend, Anzac Day and even cross country events at schools has led to a significant drop in attendance on the first week back but the department has defended the timing.
War zone to med school: Ukraine refugee’s inspirational story
Sofia Sorokina described her life as being “on pause indefinitely” when she fled from Ukraine and landed on the Gold Coast. See how she managed to pick up the pieces and succeed.
Watch: Teacher slams student as ‘dumb’ in shock video
A teacher has been stood down after she posted a shocking video of herself harshly judging a student’s homework and calling them “dumb” WATCH THE VIDEO
‘Inadequate’ Redcliffe Hospital’s $1bn blowout and three-year delay
The Redcliffe Hospital expansion program has blown out in cost by more than $1bn, fails to include a mortuary and is three years behind schedule.
How SEQ teens are pulling off out-of-control parties in your home
Southeast Queensland teens are throwing wild house parties with $100 entry fees to cover overnight stays, DJs, “content creation areas” and even security. Here’s how they’re doing it.
BYO breathalysers at formals as student party culture explodes
Queensland schools are being forced to use breathalysers at functions, following a rise of party culture among teenagers.
Top Queensland musician slams uni over revamped degrees
Kate Miller-Heidke has slammed a Queensland university’s review into its arts degrees saying it showed the prestigious organisation’s “lack of support” for the industry.
‘Terrible outcome’: Bombshell changes to uni arts degrees
A bombshell review of QUT’s arts courses has triggered an outcry from industry figures who fear the worst from the recommendations.
Energy Minister accused of covering up power station explosion
Energy Minister David Janetzki is under fire for keeping Queenslanders – and possibly Premier David Crisafulli – in the dark about an explosion at Callide Power Station.
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