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Federal government funding shake-up risks leaving thousands of Queensland, NSW opioid addicts with nowhere to go for treatment

More than a dozen private opioid treatment services in Queensland and New South Wales are at risk of closure because of changes announced in last month's federal budget, say clinic operators.

ABC News · Jun 4, 2023

In Queensland, alcohol delivery services don't have to check for ID or have drivers with RSAs. That could soon change

With concerns about ease of access for underage and binge drinkers, the Queensland government has opened consultations on how regulations impacting the industry could change.

ABC News · Jun 1, 2023

Zac Stanton suffered a serious head injury while playing for an AFL Queensland club. A battle with his insurer followed

The long-term effects of multiple head knocks and concussion in professional sport has recently been in the spotlight. But, as Zac found out, just one hit can be life-changing.

ABC News · May 12, 2023

Griffith University researchers identify similar brain structure changes in both chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID

World-first research being conducted in Queensland has identified a link between chronic fatigue syndrome and long COVID.

ABC News · Mar 13, 2023

Leaked report reveals fears closure of Brisbane doctor's opioid substitution service will lead to crime and deaths

Almost 1,100 people being treated for opioid addiction have been left in limbo after their Brisbane GP suddenly closed, sparking warnings of overdoses and crime, a leaked document reveals.

ABC News · Feb 27, 2023

Ministers to mull engineered stone import ban as unions warn of silicosis 'epidemic' among workers

A new campaign is calling on the federal government to immediately ban engineered stone imports and manufacturing, with the CFMEU promising a ban on its members working with the product if the government does not step in.

ABC News · Feb 20, 2023

Homeowners, architects call for insurers to better recognise flood-resilient buildings

Tfer Newsome's flood-proofed home has been featured in ads for her insurer — which is why she was so surprised to get a $18,000 renewal.

ABC News · Feb 11, 2023

Queensland youth gender services seeing twice as many patients as two years ago

Youth gender services in Queensland are seeing twice as many patients as they were two years ago. Doctors say it is an essential service that is "not taken lightly".

ABC News · Aug 20, 2022

Concerns 'the next national stars' are being shut out of sporting clubs due to a lack of inclusivity for athletes with autism

Parents and advocates are calling for greater inclusivity in sporting clubs across Australia as aspiring athletes living with autism and disability describe being shut out or "put in a box" by sporting clubs.

ABC News · Aug 14, 2022

Queensland scraps more COVID-19 restrictions despite third wave of infections

Despite health authorities confirming the state is experiencing a third wave of new cases of the virus, many of the state's last COVID-19 restrictions have eased.

ABC News · Jun 29, 2022