Education Queensland has backflipped on a controversial decision which forced kids to be referred to only by numbers instead of their names at swimming events. Melbourne scientists believe they are on the verge of developing blood and saliva tests able to help prevent significant long-term brain damage in Australian rules footballers. Southeast Queensland’s ambitious bid to host the 2032 Olympic Games is all but certain to clear the next hurdle, as the federal government moves to guarantee vital services including visas, security and anti-doping. Player agent Khoder Nasser – who manages Sonny Bill Williams and Quade Cooper – has made the controversial statement that racism is rife in Rugby Union.For updates and breaking news throughout the day take out a subscription at couriermail.com.au.