Australia has had stronger jobs growth than any of the world’s biggest economies.

The state government has ordered a full review of Queensland’s school swimming program following revelations the implementation of the multimillion-dollar program had been plagued with inconsistencies.

Rising floodwaters are threatening communities in the central and northern parts of Queensland, with the drenching set to continue over the coming days.

And critically injured Sea World helicopter crash victim Nicholas Tadros has been taken off life support and has been holding his dad’s hand as he makes a miracle recovery from horrific injuries.

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