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<title><![CDATA[Haigh’s Chocolates Picks Mt Gravatt for First Brisbane Store]]></title>
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South Australian chocolate maker Haigh’s Chocolates has confirmed Westfield Mt Gravatt will be home to its first Brisbane store, marking the company’s long-awaited move into Queensland retail.



Read: Upper Mount Gravatt School Puts Brisbane on the National STEM Map with Double Win at 2026 Australian Education Awards



The family-owned business, founded in 1915, announced it will launch three stores across Brisbane in 2026, with locations also planned for Chermside and Carindale later in the year. The Mt Gravatt site is scheduled to begin trading in August and will become the first permanent Haigh’s store in Queensland.



For decades, Queensland customers have mainly relied on online shopping or interstate travel to buy the company’s products. Haigh’s said strong support from Brisbane customers helped drive the decision to expand into the state, with Queensland now accounting for 18 per cent of its online sales.



Photo Credit: Haigh’s Chocolates/Instagram



Queensland Demand Pushes Haigh’s Into Brisbane



The Brisbane rollout is part of a larger growth plan for the company as it increases its presence along Australia’s eastern seaboard. Chief executive Peter Millard said the company had seen growing interest from Queensland customers for years, making Brisbane the next logical step for expansion.



Haigh’s has built a loyal customer base through its bean-to-bar process, where the company manages every stage of chocolate production from sourcing cocoa beans through to manufacturing. The business also focuses on ethical sourcing and small-batch production, helping it stand apart from larger commercial chocolate brands.



While Haigh’s is widely recognised in cities such as Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, Brisbane has remained one of the few major capitals without a physical store until now.



Photo Credit: Haigh’s Chocolate/ Facebook



Production Growth Supports New Brisbane Stores



To prepare for the Brisbane expansion, Haigh’s has significantly increased its manufacturing capacity in South Australia. The company recently lifted production from 1,100 tonnes to 2,000 tonnes each year following the completion of a new production, warehouse and fulfilment facility.



Former managing director Alister Haigh, a fourth-generation member of the founding family, described the expansion as an important milestone as the business continues growing nationally while remaining family-owned.



Once the Brisbane stores are operating, Haigh’s retail network will increase to 26 stores across Australia.



Photo Credit: Haigh’s Chocolates/Instagram



New Jobs Expected Ahead of Mt Gravatt Launch



The Brisbane expansion is also expected to create around 75 jobs during the first stage of operations. Recruitment for retail positions has started in April 2026 as the company prepares for the Mt Gravatt launch and the later openings in Chermside and Carindale.



The Mt Gravatt location is expected to stock the company’s full chocolate range, giving local shoppers easier access to products that were previously harder to find in Queensland.



Read: Mt Gravatt Selected as Launchpad for Firehouse Subs Australian Debut



Published 29-May-2026
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South Australian chocolate maker Haigh’s Chocolates has confirmed Westfield Mt Gravatt will be home to its first Brisbane store, marking the company’s long-awaited move into Queensland retail.



Read: Upper Mount Gravatt School Puts Brisbane on the National STEM Map with Double Win at 2026 Australian Education Awards



The family-owned business, founded in 1915, announced it will launch three stores across Brisbane in 2026, with locations also planned for Chermside and Carindale later in the year. The Mt Gravatt site is scheduled to begin trading in August and will become the first permanent Haigh’s store in Queensland.



For decades, Queensland customers have mainly relied on online shopping or interstate travel to buy the company’s products. Haigh’s said strong support from Brisbane customers helped drive the decision to expand into the state, with Queensland now accounting for 18 per cent of its online sales.



Photo Credit: Haigh’s Chocolates/Instagram



Queensland Demand Pushes Haigh’s Into Brisbane



The Brisbane rollout is part of a larger growth plan for the company as it increases its presence along Australia’s eastern seaboard. Chief executive Peter Millard said the company had seen growing interest from Queensland customers for years, making Brisbane the next logical step for expansion.



Haigh’s has built a loyal customer base through its bean-to-bar process, where the company manages every stage of chocolate production from sourcing cocoa beans through to manufacturing. The business also focuses on ethical sourcing and small-batch production, helping it stand apart from larger commercial chocolate brands.



While Haigh’s is widely recognised in cities such as Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Canberra, Brisbane has remained one of the few major capitals without a physical store until now.



Photo Credit: Haigh’s Chocolate/ Facebook



Production Growth Supports New Brisbane Stores



To prepare for the Brisbane expansion, Haigh’s has significantly increased its manufacturing capacity in South Australia. The company recently lifted production from 1,100 tonnes to 2,000 tonnes each year following the completion of a new production, warehouse and fulfilment facility.



Former managing director Alister Haigh, a fourth-generation member of the founding family, described the expansion as an important milestone as the business continues growing nationally while remaining family-owned.



Once the Brisbane stores are operating, Haigh’s retail network will increase to 26 stores across Australia.



Photo Credit: Haigh’s Chocolates/Instagram



New Jobs Expected Ahead of Mt Gravatt Launch



The Brisbane expansion is also expected to create around 75 jobs during the first stage of operations. Recruitment for retail positions has started in April 2026 as the company prepares for the Mt Gravatt launch and the later openings in Chermside and Carindale.



The Mt Gravatt location is expected to stock the company’s full chocolate range, giving local shoppers easier access to products that were previously harder to find in Queensland.



Read: Mt Gravatt Selected as Launchpad for Firehouse Subs Australian Debut



Published 29-May-2026
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A local school has put Upper Mount Gravatt on the national education map, with Clairvaux MacKillop College taking home two of the four major prizes won by Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) at the 2026 Australian Education Awards.







Read: Clairvaux MacKillop College in Mt Gravatt Celebrated for STEM and Co-Curricular Success







STEM and Academic Excellence Coordinator Dr Maynard Victor Erece was named Secondary School Teacher of the Year (Non-Government), while the College also claimed the Street Science Best STEM Program award.



Dr Erece credited the entire STEM team for the result. "This recognition reflects the strength of the collaborative culture fostered within the Clairvaux MacKillop College STEM Team," he said.&nbsp;



"The program has been shaped through the collective expertise, creativity, and commitment of staff who continually work together to provide meaningful and future-focused learning experiences for students. Their contribution is central to the success and ongoing growth of the STEM program, and this achievement belongs to the entire team."



Clairvaux MacKillop College Curriculum Leader Science, Katrina Dalglish (Photo credit:Brisbane Catholic Education)  



Curriculum Leader Science Katrina Dalglish was also awarded Department Head of the Year, recognised for her work building pathways for young women into STEM fields. That includes partnerships with the Queensland University of Technology STEM Ambassadors program and Griffith University's SuperGEMS Girls in Motorsports initiative, both aimed at helping young women build confidence in traditionally underrepresented industries.



The College also runs a Space Program that connects students with industry partners on real-world aerospace projects.



Principal Wayne Chapman said the results reflect a shared commitment across the College community.



"Our achievements are a testament to the passion, dedication and purpose that every teacher, student and staff member brings to our community daily," he said.



A big week for Brisbane Catholic Education



Clairvaux MacKillop College's wins were part of a broader sweep for BCE, which claimed four awards in total at this year's ceremony. Trinity College Beenleigh's Head of Design Technologies Belinda Vlasenko also took out the Department Head of the Year award alongside Dalglish, both recognised in the highly competitive Department Head of the Year category.



BCE Acting Executive Director Ross Tarlinton said the recognition reflects what is happening across the system's 146 schools in South East Queensland.



"This national recognition is a significant affirmation of the innovation, teamwork and commitment to student learning that is clearly alive within our 146 schools across South East Queensland," he said.



"While awards never capture the full story of a school, they do shine a light on the spirit behind the work, such as educators who serve with purpose, create opportunities for young people to thrive, and build a culture where curiosity and excellence are nurtured."







Read: 2026 College Captains Named At Upper Mount Gravatt School







About the Australian Education Awards 2026







The Australian Education Awards are presented by The Educator and are described as Australia's leading independent education awards. The awards recognise educators and leaders who make an outstanding impact on their students, schools and communities, celebrating excellence across schools, principals, department heads and teachers throughout Australia.



Published 28-May-2026
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A local school has put Upper Mount Gravatt on the national education map, with Clairvaux MacKillop College taking home two of the four major prizes won by Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) at the 2026 Australian Education Awards.







Read: Clairvaux MacKillop College in Mt Gravatt Celebrated for STEM and Co-Curricular Success







STEM and Academic Excellence Coordinator Dr Maynard Victor Erece was named Secondary School Teacher of the Year (Non-Government), while the College also claimed the Street Science Best STEM Program award.



Dr Erece credited the entire STEM team for the result. "This recognition reflects the strength of the collaborative culture fostered within the Clairvaux MacKillop College STEM Team," he said.&nbsp;



"The program has been shaped through the collective expertise, creativity, and commitment of staff who continually work together to provide meaningful and future-focused learning experiences for students. Their contribution is central to the success and ongoing growth of the STEM program, and this achievement belongs to the entire team."



Clairvaux MacKillop College Curriculum Leader Science, Katrina Dalglish (Photo credit:Brisbane Catholic Education)  



Curriculum Leader Science Katrina Dalglish was also awarded Department Head of the Year, recognised for her work building pathways for young women into STEM fields. That includes partnerships with the Queensland University of Technology STEM Ambassadors program and Griffith University's SuperGEMS Girls in Motorsports initiative, both aimed at helping young women build confidence in traditionally underrepresented industries.



The College also runs a Space Program that connects students with industry partners on real-world aerospace projects.



Principal Wayne Chapman said the results reflect a shared commitment across the College community.



"Our achievements are a testament to the passion, dedication and purpose that every teacher, student and staff member brings to our community daily," he said.



A big week for Brisbane Catholic Education



Clairvaux MacKillop College's wins were part of a broader sweep for BCE, which claimed four awards in total at this year's ceremony. Trinity College Beenleigh's Head of Design Technologies Belinda Vlasenko also took out the Department Head of the Year award alongside Dalglish, both recognised in the highly competitive Department Head of the Year category.



BCE Acting Executive Director Ross Tarlinton said the recognition reflects what is happening across the system's 146 schools in South East Queensland.



"This national recognition is a significant affirmation of the innovation, teamwork and commitment to student learning that is clearly alive within our 146 schools across South East Queensland," he said.



"While awards never capture the full story of a school, they do shine a light on the spirit behind the work, such as educators who serve with purpose, create opportunities for young people to thrive, and build a culture where curiosity and excellence are nurtured."







Read: 2026 College Captains Named At Upper Mount Gravatt School







About the Australian Education Awards 2026







The Australian Education Awards are presented by The Educator and are described as Australia's leading independent education awards. The awards recognise educators and leaders who make an outstanding impact on their students, schools and communities, celebrating excellence across schools, principals, department heads and teachers throughout Australia.



Published 28-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Ambulance Wish Shines at 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards]]></title>
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A palliative care organisation in Mt Gravatt is being celebrated on the stage after Ambulance Wish Queensland was named a finalist in the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards.







Read: Upper Mt Gravatt Volunteer Denise Lewis Celebrates 25-Year Milestone at Mater







Palliative Care Queensland, which operates its Brisbane southside office from Mt Gravatt, was recognised as a finalist in the Queensland Volunteering Impact Award, one of six categories at this year's awards ceremony held to honour the contributions of volunteers across the state.



Photo credit: Facebook/Ambulance Wish Queensland







The annual awards, sponsored this year by Queensland and organised by Volunteering Queensland, recognised 49,722 volunteers through 275 nominations, with 21 finalists and eight recipients celebrated across all categories.



What Is Ambulance Wish Queensland?



Photo credit: Facebook/Ambulance Wish Queensland







Ambulance Wish Queensland exists to give Queenslanders living with a life-limiting condition the planning, coordination, specialist transport and clinical care they need to fulfil a last wish and create lasting memories.



The organisation relies on the commitment of volunteers who give their time in emotionally demanding circumstances to make those wishes a reality.



In a Facebook post following the awards, Ambulance Wish Queensland said the finalist recognition belonged to its volunteers.



"Their compassion, generosity and commitment make every wish possible, giving their time to help create meaningful moments for Queenslanders when they matter most," the organisation wrote.



Celebrating Volunteers Across Queensland



Photo credit: Facebook/Ambulance Wish Queensland







The Queensland Volunteering Impact Award's community category was taken out by Foodbank Queensland for its Food Distribution and Community Food Relief Program, with The Older Men's Network (TOMNET) and its Seniors Volunteering Program also named as a finalist alongside Ambulance Wish.



Across the other award categories, volunteers were recognised from a wide range of backgrounds. Carolyn Robinson from Beyond DV took out Queensland Volunteer of the Year, while Jaylyn Rongo from DonateLife Queensland claimed the Youth Volunteer of the Year title. Roger Whyte, recognised for his contribution to Queensland Rugby League, received the Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award.



Volunteering Queensland CEO Jane Hedger noted the particular significance of this year's event, pointing out that 2026 is the United Nations International Year of Volunteers.



"The Queensland Volunteering Awards offer a special moment to honour and value every person who is contributing through volunteering to growing a thriving Queensland," Ms Hedger said.



She also acknowledged the broader context in which Queensland's volunteers are operating right now. "At a time when cost of living pressures and increasing demand for support are placing strain on Queenslanders, volunteers continue to step up and be the steady hands helping to hold our communities together."







Read: Mt Gravatt Road Safety Leader Recognised In Australia Day 2026 Honours







The finalist recognition is an acknowledgement of the volunteers who make Ambulance Wish Queensland's work possible.



The Queensland Volunteering Awards have run since 2016, providing an annual platform to recognise meaningful contributions to Queensland communities.



Published 20-May-2026
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A palliative care organisation in Mt Gravatt is being celebrated on the stage after Ambulance Wish Queensland was named a finalist in the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards.







Read: Upper Mt Gravatt Volunteer Denise Lewis Celebrates 25-Year Milestone at Mater







Palliative Care Queensland, which operates its Brisbane southside office from Mt Gravatt, was recognised as a finalist in the Queensland Volunteering Impact Award, one of six categories at this year's awards ceremony held to honour the contributions of volunteers across the state.



Photo credit: Facebook/Ambulance Wish Queensland







The annual awards, sponsored this year by Queensland and organised by Volunteering Queensland, recognised 49,722 volunteers through 275 nominations, with 21 finalists and eight recipients celebrated across all categories.



What Is Ambulance Wish Queensland?



Photo credit: Facebook/Ambulance Wish Queensland







Ambulance Wish Queensland exists to give Queenslanders living with a life-limiting condition the planning, coordination, specialist transport and clinical care they need to fulfil a last wish and create lasting memories.



The organisation relies on the commitment of volunteers who give their time in emotionally demanding circumstances to make those wishes a reality.



In a Facebook post following the awards, Ambulance Wish Queensland said the finalist recognition belonged to its volunteers.



"Their compassion, generosity and commitment make every wish possible, giving their time to help create meaningful moments for Queenslanders when they matter most," the organisation wrote.



Celebrating Volunteers Across Queensland



Photo credit: Facebook/Ambulance Wish Queensland







The Queensland Volunteering Impact Award's community category was taken out by Foodbank Queensland for its Food Distribution and Community Food Relief Program, with The Older Men's Network (TOMNET) and its Seniors Volunteering Program also named as a finalist alongside Ambulance Wish.



Across the other award categories, volunteers were recognised from a wide range of backgrounds. Carolyn Robinson from Beyond DV took out Queensland Volunteer of the Year, while Jaylyn Rongo from DonateLife Queensland claimed the Youth Volunteer of the Year title. Roger Whyte, recognised for his contribution to Queensland Rugby League, received the Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award.



Volunteering Queensland CEO Jane Hedger noted the particular significance of this year's event, pointing out that 2026 is the United Nations International Year of Volunteers.



"The Queensland Volunteering Awards offer a special moment to honour and value every person who is contributing through volunteering to growing a thriving Queensland," Ms Hedger said.



She also acknowledged the broader context in which Queensland's volunteers are operating right now. "At a time when cost of living pressures and increasing demand for support are placing strain on Queenslanders, volunteers continue to step up and be the steady hands helping to hold our communities together."







Read: Mt Gravatt Road Safety Leader Recognised In Australia Day 2026 Honours







The finalist recognition is an acknowledgement of the volunteers who make Ambulance Wish Queensland's work possible.



The Queensland Volunteering Awards have run since 2016, providing an annual platform to recognise meaningful contributions to Queensland communities.



Published 20-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[A New Chapter for a Southside Landmark: Brookland Robertson Hits Full House]]></title>
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For decades, the familiar brick homes of Mt Gravatt, Sunnybank, and Robertson have been the backdrop for thousands of Brisbane families. But as the kids grow up and those big backyards become more of a chore than a sanctuary, many locals are looking for a way to stay in the neighborhood they love—just with a little less lawn to mow.



Read: Mt Gravatt Selected as Launchpad for Firehouse Subs Australian Debut



That shift has reached a major milestone on 11 May. Brookland Robertson, a fixture on the southside since 1984, has officially welcomed its final residents, marking the end of a massive six-year transformation.



The project, which began in 2018, wasn't just a facelift. It was a $50 million bet that Southsiders didn't want to move to the coast or the city fringes to retire; they wanted to stay right here, near their grandkids and their favorite local cafes.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Staying Put, Just Scaling Down



For Neil and Judy Cahill, the move wasn't about leaving their community—it was about securing their future in it. After 50 years in their Sunnybank family home, the couple decided it was time to trade the old family house for something more manageable.



Photo Credit: Supplied



With eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren scattered across the southeast, staying central was a non-negotiable. Like many of their neighbors, the Cahills found that the biggest hurdle wasn't the desire to downsize, but the fear of being pushed out of the area they’ve called home for half a century.



What’s New Behind the Gates?



The redevelopment has significantly changed the village's footprint, adding 92 modern apartments across two new stages, The Waratah and The Banksia. But it’s the communal spaces that are getting the most talk among the residents:




Active Living: A new indoor pool, gym, and health club.



Social Hubs: An on-site cinema, library, and lounge spaces for Friday night drinks.



Location: Staying within five kilometers of Westfield Mt Gravatt means residents are still in the heart of the action.




The project hasn't gone unnoticed by the industry, either, recently being named a finalist for Best Redevelopment at the Property Council of Australia awards.



Photo Credit: Supplied



A Changing Southside



The "full house" sign at Brookland Robertson reflects a broader trend across Brisbane’s southern suburbs. We are seeing a quiet evolution of our streets. As long-time residents move into these community-centric hubs, it opens up the traditional family homes for a new generation of young families, keeping the cycle of the neighborhood moving.



For the final residents moving in this month, the boxes are unpacked and the kettle is on. They may have a new floor plan, but their view of the southside remains exactly as they like it: home.



Read: Newnham Hotel Becomes Holiday Hub for Upper Mt Gravatt Families



Published 11-May-2026
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For decades, the familiar brick homes of Mt Gravatt, Sunnybank, and Robertson have been the backdrop for thousands of Brisbane families. But as the kids grow up and those big backyards become more of a chore than a sanctuary, many locals are looking for a way to stay in the neighborhood they love—just with a little less lawn to mow.



Read: Mt Gravatt Selected as Launchpad for Firehouse Subs Australian Debut



That shift has reached a major milestone on 11 May. Brookland Robertson, a fixture on the southside since 1984, has officially welcomed its final residents, marking the end of a massive six-year transformation.



The project, which began in 2018, wasn't just a facelift. It was a $50 million bet that Southsiders didn't want to move to the coast or the city fringes to retire; they wanted to stay right here, near their grandkids and their favorite local cafes.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Staying Put, Just Scaling Down



For Neil and Judy Cahill, the move wasn't about leaving their community—it was about securing their future in it. After 50 years in their Sunnybank family home, the couple decided it was time to trade the old family house for something more manageable.



Photo Credit: Supplied



With eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren scattered across the southeast, staying central was a non-negotiable. Like many of their neighbors, the Cahills found that the biggest hurdle wasn't the desire to downsize, but the fear of being pushed out of the area they’ve called home for half a century.



What’s New Behind the Gates?



The redevelopment has significantly changed the village's footprint, adding 92 modern apartments across two new stages, The Waratah and The Banksia. But it’s the communal spaces that are getting the most talk among the residents:




Active Living: A new indoor pool, gym, and health club.



Social Hubs: An on-site cinema, library, and lounge spaces for Friday night drinks.



Location: Staying within five kilometers of Westfield Mt Gravatt means residents are still in the heart of the action.




The project hasn't gone unnoticed by the industry, either, recently being named a finalist for Best Redevelopment at the Property Council of Australia awards.



Photo Credit: Supplied



A Changing Southside



The "full house" sign at Brookland Robertson reflects a broader trend across Brisbane’s southern suburbs. We are seeing a quiet evolution of our streets. As long-time residents move into these community-centric hubs, it opens up the traditional family homes for a new generation of young families, keeping the cycle of the neighborhood moving.



For the final residents moving in this month, the boxes are unpacked and the kettle is on. They may have a new floor plan, but their view of the southside remains exactly as they like it: home.



Read: Newnham Hotel Becomes Holiday Hub for Upper Mt Gravatt Families



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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Six Townhouses Proposed for Kates Street in Morningside]]></title>
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A new development proposal looks to transform a 1,012-square-metre suburban block in Morningside. Developer Ekos Property Development has submitted plans to replace a single dwelling house at 44 Kates Street with six three-bedroom townhouses. Brisbane-based firm ZArchitects designed the three-storey project.



Read: Foodbank Queensland Named Winner at 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards



The plan features two clusters of three townhouses separated by a seven-metre central aisle. ZArchitects kept the overall building height to 9,450 millimetres, staying just under the 9,500-millimetre threshold specified for the zone. Each townhouse includes three bedrooms, a ground-floor courtyard, and a first-floor terrace, providing a minimum of 35 square metres of private open space per unit.



The site sits within the Low-Medium Density Residential 2 zone under the River Gateway Neighbourhood Plan, which covers Brisbane's inner-eastern corridor. The proposal is currently undergoing formal planning assessment.



Designing for the streetscape



Bulimba-based studio ZArchitects focused heavily on how the project interacts with the footpath. The street facade uses varied elevations, distinct material finishes, and rounded window cutouts to break up the built form.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



To manage privacy, full-height, off-angled screening fins cover all windows on the eastern and western elevations. This layout aims to prevent overlooking into neighbouring backyards while maintaining natural light inside the townhouses.



At the front of the block, deep planting with subtropical trees softens the transition to the street. The boundary layout combines rendered blockwork, breezeblocks, and lightweight batten fencing to match the existing character of the surrounding area.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



The design meets key planning thresholds designated for the site. Site cover accounts for 42 per cent of the block, remaining under the 45 per cent maximum limit. Deep planting zones span 124.9 square metres, or 12 per cent of the total site area. The plan includes 12 resident car spaces inside tandem garages, two dedicated visitor parking spaces, six resident bicycle racks, and two visitor bicycle spaces.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



Morningside's steady shift toward medium density



Morningside sits roughly five kilometres east of the Brisbane CBD along the Cleveland railway line. Like much of the inner east, the suburb is navigating a steady transition. Classic timber cottages and post-war homes still line many streets, but older houses are progressively making way for modern townhouses and low-rise apartments to meet growing inner-ring housing demand.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



The Kates Street project follows this established trend, converting a single-family block into a six-dwelling complex. The location offers direct access to public transport and shopping options, sitting within easy walking distance of Morningside Station and the Wynnum Road retail strip.



Town planners Urban Strategies, who compiled the assessment report for the project, described the proposal as a sensibly scaled infill project that responds well to local infrastructure. "The landscaped three-storey form will sit comfortably in the existing streetscape," the firm noted.



Tracking the application



The application was officially submitted on 7 May 2026 and carries the reference number A007017328.



Community members can view the full plans, track the assessment progress, or complete a formal submission by searching the reference number directly on the public online platform.



Read: Hemmant Fireball Highlights Dangerous Reality of Brisbane Hooning Epidemic



Published 28-May-2026




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A new development proposal looks to transform a 1,012-square-metre suburban block in Morningside. Developer Ekos Property Development has submitted plans to replace a single dwelling house at 44 Kates Street with six three-bedroom townhouses. Brisbane-based firm ZArchitects designed the three-storey project.



Read: Foodbank Queensland Named Winner at 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards



The plan features two clusters of three townhouses separated by a seven-metre central aisle. ZArchitects kept the overall building height to 9,450 millimetres, staying just under the 9,500-millimetre threshold specified for the zone. Each townhouse includes three bedrooms, a ground-floor courtyard, and a first-floor terrace, providing a minimum of 35 square metres of private open space per unit.



The site sits within the Low-Medium Density Residential 2 zone under the River Gateway Neighbourhood Plan, which covers Brisbane's inner-eastern corridor. The proposal is currently undergoing formal planning assessment.



Designing for the streetscape



Bulimba-based studio ZArchitects focused heavily on how the project interacts with the footpath. The street facade uses varied elevations, distinct material finishes, and rounded window cutouts to break up the built form.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



To manage privacy, full-height, off-angled screening fins cover all windows on the eastern and western elevations. This layout aims to prevent overlooking into neighbouring backyards while maintaining natural light inside the townhouses.



At the front of the block, deep planting with subtropical trees softens the transition to the street. The boundary layout combines rendered blockwork, breezeblocks, and lightweight batten fencing to match the existing character of the surrounding area.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



The design meets key planning thresholds designated for the site. Site cover accounts for 42 per cent of the block, remaining under the 45 per cent maximum limit. Deep planting zones span 124.9 square metres, or 12 per cent of the total site area. The plan includes 12 resident car spaces inside tandem garages, two dedicated visitor parking spaces, six resident bicycle racks, and two visitor bicycle spaces.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



Morningside's steady shift toward medium density



Morningside sits roughly five kilometres east of the Brisbane CBD along the Cleveland railway line. Like much of the inner east, the suburb is navigating a steady transition. Classic timber cottages and post-war homes still line many streets, but older houses are progressively making way for modern townhouses and low-rise apartments to meet growing inner-ring housing demand.



Photo Credit: DA A007017328



The Kates Street project follows this established trend, converting a single-family block into a six-dwelling complex. The location offers direct access to public transport and shopping options, sitting within easy walking distance of Morningside Station and the Wynnum Road retail strip.



Town planners Urban Strategies, who compiled the assessment report for the project, described the proposal as a sensibly scaled infill project that responds well to local infrastructure. "The landscaped three-storey form will sit comfortably in the existing streetscape," the firm noted.



Tracking the application



The application was officially submitted on 7 May 2026 and carries the reference number A007017328.



Community members can view the full plans, track the assessment progress, or complete a formal submission by searching the reference number directly on the public online platform.



Read: Hemmant Fireball Highlights Dangerous Reality of Brisbane Hooning Epidemic



Published 28-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Foodbank Queensland Named Winner at 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards]]></title>
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Morningside-based Foodbank Queensland has taken out one of the state's most prestigious volunteering honours, named as the recipient of the Queensland Volunteering Impact Award at the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards.







Read: Fighting Hunger Gets Bigger in QLD With FoodBank Morningside and FareShare Partnership







The award recognises Foodbank Queensland's Food Distribution and Community Food Relief Program, a sprawling operation that each week supports 135,000 Queenslanders in crisis and delivers breakfast to 52,000 children every school day. 



Photo credit: Facebook/Foodbank Queensland



Selected from 60 nominated organisations in its category, Foodbank Queensland said the recognition belongs to every person across the organisation who helps ensure volunteers feel valued and supported.



"This recognition belongs to every single person across our organisation who helps ensure our volunteers feel valued, supported and truly part of our workforce. Because at Foodbank, they're not just volunteers — they're at the heart of everything we do."



Volunteers at the Heart of Food Relief



Photo credit: Facebook/Foodbank Queensland



At the coalface of that work are the organisation's volunteer shop assistants, who support Foodbank Queensland's community partners as they select and pack essential food items. Beyond the practicalities, volunteers help keep the Food Distribution Centre safe, organised and welcoming, turning care, dignity and teamwork into real community impact.



Foodbank Queensland is a not-for-profit, non-denominational organisation operating as part of the federated Foodbank Australia network, active in every state and territory. From its Morningside base, the Queensland arm operates on the belief that access to healthy food is a basic human right.&nbsp;



Alongside direct food relief, the organisation rescues surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, reducing landfill and protecting the environment. It works in collaboration with 350 community partners and 430 schools across the state, building what it describes as fairer, more resilient local food systems for the long term.



Foodbank Queensland won the community category of the Impact Award ahead of finalists The Older Men's Network (TOMNET) and Palliative Care Queensland's Ambulance Wish program.



Queensland's Volunteers Take Centre Stage



Photo credit: volunteeringqld.org.au



The award was presented at the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards ceremony on 15 May, which this year honoured 49,722 volunteers across 275 nominations. Eight recipients and 21 finalists were celebrated across six award categories.



Volunteering Queensland CEO Jane Hedger noted that 2026 carries particular significance, being the United Nations International Year of Volunteers.



"The Queensland Volunteering Awards offer a special moment to honour and value every person who is contributing through volunteering to growing a thriving Queensland," Ms Hedger said. "At a time when cost of living pressures and increasing demand for support are placing strain on Queenslanders, volunteers continue to step up and be the steady hands helping to hold our communities together."







Read: Morningside Businesses Team Up To Feed Hungry Families







The awards, which have run since 2016, exist to shine a light on the people and organisations whose contributions so often go unnoticed. For Foodbank Queensland and its volunteers, the ceremony was an opportunity to celebrate work that continues to make a real difference to Queensland's most vulnerable communities.



Published 21-May-2026
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Morningside-based Foodbank Queensland has taken out one of the state's most prestigious volunteering honours, named as the recipient of the Queensland Volunteering Impact Award at the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards.







Read: Fighting Hunger Gets Bigger in QLD With FoodBank Morningside and FareShare Partnership







The award recognises Foodbank Queensland's Food Distribution and Community Food Relief Program, a sprawling operation that each week supports 135,000 Queenslanders in crisis and delivers breakfast to 52,000 children every school day. 



Photo credit: Facebook/Foodbank Queensland



Selected from 60 nominated organisations in its category, Foodbank Queensland said the recognition belongs to every person across the organisation who helps ensure volunteers feel valued and supported.



"This recognition belongs to every single person across our organisation who helps ensure our volunteers feel valued, supported and truly part of our workforce. Because at Foodbank, they're not just volunteers — they're at the heart of everything we do."



Volunteers at the Heart of Food Relief



Photo credit: Facebook/Foodbank Queensland



At the coalface of that work are the organisation's volunteer shop assistants, who support Foodbank Queensland's community partners as they select and pack essential food items. Beyond the practicalities, volunteers help keep the Food Distribution Centre safe, organised and welcoming, turning care, dignity and teamwork into real community impact.



Foodbank Queensland is a not-for-profit, non-denominational organisation operating as part of the federated Foodbank Australia network, active in every state and territory. From its Morningside base, the Queensland arm operates on the belief that access to healthy food is a basic human right.&nbsp;



Alongside direct food relief, the organisation rescues surplus food that would otherwise go to waste, reducing landfill and protecting the environment. It works in collaboration with 350 community partners and 430 schools across the state, building what it describes as fairer, more resilient local food systems for the long term.



Foodbank Queensland won the community category of the Impact Award ahead of finalists The Older Men's Network (TOMNET) and Palliative Care Queensland's Ambulance Wish program.



Queensland's Volunteers Take Centre Stage



Photo credit: volunteeringqld.org.au



The award was presented at the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards ceremony on 15 May, which this year honoured 49,722 volunteers across 275 nominations. Eight recipients and 21 finalists were celebrated across six award categories.



Volunteering Queensland CEO Jane Hedger noted that 2026 carries particular significance, being the United Nations International Year of Volunteers.



"The Queensland Volunteering Awards offer a special moment to honour and value every person who is contributing through volunteering to growing a thriving Queensland," Ms Hedger said. "At a time when cost of living pressures and increasing demand for support are placing strain on Queenslanders, volunteers continue to step up and be the steady hands helping to hold our communities together."







Read: Morningside Businesses Team Up To Feed Hungry Families







The awards, which have run since 2016, exist to shine a light on the people and organisations whose contributions so often go unnoticed. For Foodbank Queensland and its volunteers, the ceremony was an opportunity to celebrate work that continues to make a real difference to Queensland's most vulnerable communities.



Published 21-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Hemmant Fireball Highlights Dangerous Reality of Brisbane Hooning Epidemic]]></title>
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Queensland police have launched a massive multi-district crackdown on illegal street racing and hooning after a horrifying fireball incident in Hemmant left four young people with severe, life-altering injuries.



Read: Hemmant Ford Falcon Fire Leaves Four Injured After Alleged Hooning Incident



The Cost of Reckless Driving







The severe consequences of these illegal gatherings became clear during a recent industrial meet in Brisbane's east. A blue Ford Falcon was performing burnouts when it suddenly burst into flames with four occupants trapped inside. Everyone in the vehicle suffered severe injuries and required immediate hospital treatment. Among the injured was a twenty-year-old Woolloongabba man who suffered a critical leg injury, forcing him to spend a month in the hospital undergoing multiple surgeries.



Detectives have since taken strict legal action against those allegedly involved in the fiery crash. A twenty-four-year-old Woombye man, believed to be the driver, faces charges of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm, driving whilst disqualified by a court order, and participating in a hooning group activity. He is expected to face the Brisbane Magistrates Court later this month. A twenty-year-old Kingston man was also charged with dangerous driving and unlicensed driving, with his court appearance scheduled for mid-May.



Operation X-Ray Antler







In direct response to growing community safety concerns, police launched Operation X-Ray Antler over a recent long weekend. The targeted blitz successfully disrupted an illegal gathering of more than thirty vehicles moving through Brisbane and Ipswich. Police identified at least four cars actively participating in dangerous driving behaviours. One vehicle even attempted to flee from officers while hooning across the Gateway Bridge before a Highway Patrol unit successfully blocked the driver and prevented further danger to the public.



The weekend operation resulted in the arrest of eight individuals on a variety of charges. Officers uncovered offences ranging from drug possession and driving under the influence of drugs to possessing tainted property and driving without a licence. In an unusual twist, police also charged individuals for stealing car wheels and disguising their faces with masks to commit an indictable offence. Authorities also seized two Ford Falcons, one blue and one silver, as part of the crackdown.



Read: Safer Trips Ahead as Traffic Lights Switch On at Busy Tingalpa Intersection



Cracking Down on Spectators



Local police are making it clear that just watching these events is against the law. Officers issued sixty-six traffic infringement notices during the weekend operation, and the highest number of fines went to onlookers. Twenty-two people received tickets for spectating without a reasonable excuse in a hooning group activity, while nineteen fines were handed out for speeding. Other penalties included fines for driving defective vehicles, making unnecessary smoke or noise, using unregistered or uninsured cars, and failing to display P-plates. One person was even fined for organizing and promoting the illegal event.



Senior police officials stress that these reckless incidents are not harmless car meets for enthusiasts. Instead, authorities view them as brazen activities that endanger the public, disrupt local neighbourhoods, and cause severe harm to the participants themselves. Queensland Police have stated they have zero tolerance for these dangerous activities and will continue to run multi-district operations to keep local streets safe.



Published Date 17-May-2026
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Queensland police have launched a massive multi-district crackdown on illegal street racing and hooning after a horrifying fireball incident in Hemmant left four young people with severe, life-altering injuries.



Read: Hemmant Ford Falcon Fire Leaves Four Injured After Alleged Hooning Incident



The Cost of Reckless Driving







The severe consequences of these illegal gatherings became clear during a recent industrial meet in Brisbane's east. A blue Ford Falcon was performing burnouts when it suddenly burst into flames with four occupants trapped inside. Everyone in the vehicle suffered severe injuries and required immediate hospital treatment. Among the injured was a twenty-year-old Woolloongabba man who suffered a critical leg injury, forcing him to spend a month in the hospital undergoing multiple surgeries.



Detectives have since taken strict legal action against those allegedly involved in the fiery crash. A twenty-four-year-old Woombye man, believed to be the driver, faces charges of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm, driving whilst disqualified by a court order, and participating in a hooning group activity. He is expected to face the Brisbane Magistrates Court later this month. A twenty-year-old Kingston man was also charged with dangerous driving and unlicensed driving, with his court appearance scheduled for mid-May.



Operation X-Ray Antler







In direct response to growing community safety concerns, police launched Operation X-Ray Antler over a recent long weekend. The targeted blitz successfully disrupted an illegal gathering of more than thirty vehicles moving through Brisbane and Ipswich. Police identified at least four cars actively participating in dangerous driving behaviours. One vehicle even attempted to flee from officers while hooning across the Gateway Bridge before a Highway Patrol unit successfully blocked the driver and prevented further danger to the public.



The weekend operation resulted in the arrest of eight individuals on a variety of charges. Officers uncovered offences ranging from drug possession and driving under the influence of drugs to possessing tainted property and driving without a licence. In an unusual twist, police also charged individuals for stealing car wheels and disguising their faces with masks to commit an indictable offence. Authorities also seized two Ford Falcons, one blue and one silver, as part of the crackdown.



Read: Safer Trips Ahead as Traffic Lights Switch On at Busy Tingalpa Intersection



Cracking Down on Spectators



Local police are making it clear that just watching these events is against the law. Officers issued sixty-six traffic infringement notices during the weekend operation, and the highest number of fines went to onlookers. Twenty-two people received tickets for spectating without a reasonable excuse in a hooning group activity, while nineteen fines were handed out for speeding. Other penalties included fines for driving defective vehicles, making unnecessary smoke or noise, using unregistered or uninsured cars, and failing to display P-plates. One person was even fined for organizing and promoting the illegal event.



Senior police officials stress that these reckless incidents are not harmless car meets for enthusiasts. Instead, authorities view them as brazen activities that endanger the public, disrupt local neighbourhoods, and cause severe harm to the participants themselves. Queensland Police have stated they have zero tolerance for these dangerous activities and will continue to run multi-district operations to keep local streets safe.



Published Date 17-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 8-10 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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A Hemmant hooning allegation has returned to focus after police detailed an earlier Brisbane east incident in which a blue Ford Falcon allegedly caught fire during burnouts, leaving four people seriously injured.



Read: Safer Trips Ahead as Traffic Lights Switch On at Busy Tingalpa Intersection



Hemmant Fire Followed Alleged Hooning Activity



A Brisbane east hooning case remains before the courts after an alleged Hemmant burnout incident left four people seriously injured earlier this year.



Police allege that, in the early hours of 8 March, several vehicles were involved in hooning activity across the Brisbane and Moreton areas before gathering at an industrial area in Hemmant.



A blue Ford Falcon was allegedly performing burnouts when the vehicle became engulfed in flames while four occupants were inside. All four occupants sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.



Among those injured was a 20-year-old Woolloongabba man, who sustained a critical leg injury during the fire. He remained in hospital for a month and required multiple surgeries.



Photo Credit: QPS



Charges Laid After Brisbane East Incident



Following investigations, a 24-year-old Woombye man was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm, driving while disqualified by court order, and unlawful conduct involving participation in hooning group activity.



Police allege the man was driving the vehicle at the time of the Hemmant incident. He is due to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on 25 May.



A 20-year-old Kingston man was also charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and driving without a driver licence. He is expected to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on 18 May.



The charges relate to an incident police have used to highlight the serious risks linked to alleged hooning behaviour, particularly when vehicles are used for burnouts in public or industrial areas.



Photo Credit: QPS



Hemmant Case Cited Amid Wider Hooning Crackdown



The Hemmant incident was raised alongside Operation X-Ray Antler, a separate long weekend police operation that disrupted an alleged hooning event across Brisbane and Ipswich between 2 and 3 May.



That operation resulted in eight people being charged, 66 traffic infringement notices being issued and two Ford Falcons being seized. Police said the more recent operation was part of ongoing efforts to detect, disrupt and take enforcement action against hooning offences.



While the Hemmant case is separate from the long weekend operation, it provides a stark example of the injury risks police associate with alleged hooning activity.



Read: The Gateway Bridge Turns 40 and There Is More to Its Story Than Most Commuters Realise



Investigations connected to the wider hooning enforcement work remain ongoing, with police continuing targeted action across Brisbane and nearby districts.



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A Hemmant hooning allegation has returned to focus after police detailed an earlier Brisbane east incident in which a blue Ford Falcon allegedly caught fire during burnouts, leaving four people seriously injured.



Read: Safer Trips Ahead as Traffic Lights Switch On at Busy Tingalpa Intersection



Hemmant Fire Followed Alleged Hooning Activity



A Brisbane east hooning case remains before the courts after an alleged Hemmant burnout incident left four people seriously injured earlier this year.



Police allege that, in the early hours of 8 March, several vehicles were involved in hooning activity across the Brisbane and Moreton areas before gathering at an industrial area in Hemmant.



A blue Ford Falcon was allegedly performing burnouts when the vehicle became engulfed in flames while four occupants were inside. All four occupants sustained serious injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment.



Among those injured was a 20-year-old Woolloongabba man, who sustained a critical leg injury during the fire. He remained in hospital for a month and required multiple surgeries.



Photo Credit: QPS



Charges Laid After Brisbane East Incident



Following investigations, a 24-year-old Woombye man was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing grievous bodily harm, driving while disqualified by court order, and unlawful conduct involving participation in hooning group activity.



Police allege the man was driving the vehicle at the time of the Hemmant incident. He is due to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on 25 May.



A 20-year-old Kingston man was also charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle and driving without a driver licence. He is expected to reappear before Brisbane Magistrates Court on 18 May.



The charges relate to an incident police have used to highlight the serious risks linked to alleged hooning behaviour, particularly when vehicles are used for burnouts in public or industrial areas.



Photo Credit: QPS



Hemmant Case Cited Amid Wider Hooning Crackdown



The Hemmant incident was raised alongside Operation X-Ray Antler, a separate long weekend police operation that disrupted an alleged hooning event across Brisbane and Ipswich between 2 and 3 May.



That operation resulted in eight people being charged, 66 traffic infringement notices being issued and two Ford Falcons being seized. Police said the more recent operation was part of ongoing efforts to detect, disrupt and take enforcement action against hooning offences.



While the Hemmant case is separate from the long weekend operation, it provides a stark example of the injury risks police associate with alleged hooning activity.



Read: The Gateway Bridge Turns 40 and There Is More to Its Story Than Most Commuters Realise



Investigations connected to the wider hooning enforcement work remain ongoing, with police continuing targeted action across Brisbane and nearby districts.



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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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A beloved Cannon Hill family business is relying on strong local support and health-conscious meat options to lead the race for Queensland's favourite butcher.



Read: Everyday Urban Waste Found Embedded In Bulimba Creek Sediment



A New Era for Local Meat Retailers



Photo Credit: The Butcher Shoppe/ Facebook



The state government's All The Best competition is a public popularity contest designed to highlight favourite local businesses across fifteen different categories. While the initiative is in its second year, this marks the first time butcher shops have been included in the voting. Queenslanders have until May 28, 2026, to register online and cast their votes. The final winners will be announced on June 3, just ahead of the official Queensland Day celebrations on June 6.



Health Focus Meets High Demand



Currently holding the number one spot on the leaderboard is The Butcher Shoppe in Cannon Hill. This family-run business has separated itself from standard counter services by becoming the first butcher in the state to receive official accreditation from Coeliac Australia. All of their in-house items, including sausages, marinades, and crumbed products, are certified as completely gluten-free.&nbsp;



Beyond their fresh cuts and popular dry-aged beef, the location features an attached deli and cafe that serves freshly cooked meals daily. They also support their community with local delivery services stretching across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.



The Rise of ButcherTok



Photo Credit: The Butcher Shoppe/ Facebook



Following closely behind the Cannon Hill leader are several shops that have found massive success online. Townsville’s Tavern Meats currently sits in second place, while Stafford Heights’ Rode Meats is in third. The Bellmere Butcher holds fourth place, and Riverway Meats in Townsville rounds out the top five. Several of these runners-up have built massive followings on a corner of the internet known as ButcherTok.&nbsp;



The Bellmere Butcher went viral during the pandemic with a video of a hot chip, rump steak, and pepper gravy sausage that gained hundreds of thousands of views. Meanwhile, Rode Meats gained nearly six million views on a single video thanks to the entertaining commentary of their apprentice butcher.







Read: Chandler Track to Host World’s Best BMX Riders in July 2026



Community Over Competition



Despite the intense race for the top spot, the store owners insist there is no bitter rivalry among them. The owner of The Bellmere Butcher explained that the participating shops are simply using social media to bring the butchering community together and support one another. The owner of Rode Meats shared a similar perspective, noting that the real battle is small independent retailers standing together against large supermarket chains.&nbsp;



Both owners confirmed that if they win, they plan to celebrate by inventing a brand-new sausage flavour for their local supporters. The ultimate prize offers no cash reward, but the winning shop will earn major bragging rights, a surge in customer traffic, and the official title of the state's best butcher.



Published Date 26-May-2026
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A beloved Cannon Hill family business is relying on strong local support and health-conscious meat options to lead the race for Queensland's favourite butcher.



Read: Everyday Urban Waste Found Embedded In Bulimba Creek Sediment



A New Era for Local Meat Retailers



Photo Credit: The Butcher Shoppe/ Facebook



The state government's All The Best competition is a public popularity contest designed to highlight favourite local businesses across fifteen different categories. While the initiative is in its second year, this marks the first time butcher shops have been included in the voting. Queenslanders have until May 28, 2026, to register online and cast their votes. The final winners will be announced on June 3, just ahead of the official Queensland Day celebrations on June 6.



Health Focus Meets High Demand



Currently holding the number one spot on the leaderboard is The Butcher Shoppe in Cannon Hill. This family-run business has separated itself from standard counter services by becoming the first butcher in the state to receive official accreditation from Coeliac Australia. All of their in-house items, including sausages, marinades, and crumbed products, are certified as completely gluten-free.&nbsp;



Beyond their fresh cuts and popular dry-aged beef, the location features an attached deli and cafe that serves freshly cooked meals daily. They also support their community with local delivery services stretching across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast.



The Rise of ButcherTok



Photo Credit: The Butcher Shoppe/ Facebook



Following closely behind the Cannon Hill leader are several shops that have found massive success online. Townsville’s Tavern Meats currently sits in second place, while Stafford Heights’ Rode Meats is in third. The Bellmere Butcher holds fourth place, and Riverway Meats in Townsville rounds out the top five. Several of these runners-up have built massive followings on a corner of the internet known as ButcherTok.&nbsp;



The Bellmere Butcher went viral during the pandemic with a video of a hot chip, rump steak, and pepper gravy sausage that gained hundreds of thousands of views. Meanwhile, Rode Meats gained nearly six million views on a single video thanks to the entertaining commentary of their apprentice butcher.







Read: Chandler Track to Host World’s Best BMX Riders in July 2026



Community Over Competition



Despite the intense race for the top spot, the store owners insist there is no bitter rivalry among them. The owner of The Bellmere Butcher explained that the participating shops are simply using social media to bring the butchering community together and support one another. The owner of Rode Meats shared a similar perspective, noting that the real battle is small independent retailers standing together against large supermarket chains.&nbsp;



Both owners confirmed that if they win, they plan to celebrate by inventing a brand-new sausage flavour for their local supporters. The ultimate prize offers no cash reward, but the winning shop will earn major bragging rights, a surge in customer traffic, and the official title of the state's best butcher.



Published Date 26-May-2026
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Everyday Urban Waste Found Embedded In Bulimba Creek Sediment]]></title>
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A year-long study of Brisbane waterways has found Bulimba Creek carries one of the city’s heaviest microplastic loads, raising fresh attention on how rain, runoff and urban growth affect eastern suburbs, including Camp Hill and Cannon Hill.



Read: Camp Hill State School Turns 100: Celebrations and Gala Dinner Mark Century of Education 



The research was led by PhD researcher Heshani Mudalige from QUT’s School of Chemistry and Physics, alongside Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta, Professor Ashantha Goonetilleke and Professor Godwin Ayoko.&nbsp;



The findings were published in the journal Environmental Pollution.



Creek Sediment Reveals What Washes Through The Suburbs



The researchers sampled six locations along Bulimba Creek over four rounds during 2024, tracking sediment from upstream areas through to estuarine sections connected to the Brisbane River corridor.



The study found that polyethylene and polypropylene were among the most common plastics trapped in creek sediment. These materials are widely used in food packaging, takeaway containers, synthetic fabrics, household products and consumer goods commonly found in urban areas.



Photo Credit: Environmental Pollution



The research team reported that Bulimba Creek’s surrounding mix of residential streets, commercial activity and maintenance works likely contributed to the creek’s microplastic load. Areas with greater urban development showed stronger links to plastic accumulation in sediment compared with more natural catchments.



Rather than floating on the surface, many of the particles settle into creek beds where they can remain trapped for long periods, particularly after rainfall and stormwater flows carry debris into waterways.



Stormwater Runoff Emerging As A Major Source



The study also identified stormwater runoff as one of the main pathways carrying microplastics into Brisbane’s urban creeks.



Researchers noted that particles from roads, homes, parks, sports grounds and commercial precincts are washed into waterways during rain events before becoming embedded in sediment downstream.



Bulimba Creek recorded its highest microplastic levels during November sampling, differing from nearby creek systems, which peaked earlier in the year. The variation suggests local land use, rainfall patterns and creek flow all shape how plastics move through suburban waterways.



The study also examined Kedron Brook and Enoggera Creek. Kedron Brook recorded the highest overall microplastic abundance, while Enoggera Creek recorded the lowest levels, partly due to flow regulation from Enoggera Dam.



Photo Credit:  Environmental Pollution



Urban Growth Linked To Higher Sediment Contamination



The research found stronger associations between microplastic pollution and urban land use than with bushland or natural creek areas.



Industrial, commercial and residential zones all showed links to higher concentrations of certain plastics, particularly polypropylene and polyester fibres commonly associated with packaging, textiles and consumer waste. The researchers also found that creek shape and gradient influence where plastics settle. Flatter, slower-flowing sections were more likely to retain sediment and trap particles over time.



Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta from QUT’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering stated in the university release that heavily urbanised creek catchments in southeast Queensland contribute microplastics into Moreton Bay through stormwater systems.&nbsp;



The findings add another layer to ongoing discussions around stormwater management, creek restoration and the environmental impact of growing urban development across Brisbane’s eastern corridor.



Read: Camp Hill’s Historic Heart: The Story of Whites Hill Reserve 



Published 22-May-2026
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A year-long study of Brisbane waterways has found Bulimba Creek carries one of the city’s heaviest microplastic loads, raising fresh attention on how rain, runoff and urban growth affect eastern suburbs, including Camp Hill and Cannon Hill.



Read: Camp Hill State School Turns 100: Celebrations and Gala Dinner Mark Century of Education 



The research was led by PhD researcher Heshani Mudalige from QUT’s School of Chemistry and Physics, alongside Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta, Professor Ashantha Goonetilleke and Professor Godwin Ayoko.&nbsp;



The findings were published in the journal Environmental Pollution.



Creek Sediment Reveals What Washes Through The Suburbs



The researchers sampled six locations along Bulimba Creek over four rounds during 2024, tracking sediment from upstream areas through to estuarine sections connected to the Brisbane River corridor.



The study found that polyethylene and polypropylene were among the most common plastics trapped in creek sediment. These materials are widely used in food packaging, takeaway containers, synthetic fabrics, household products and consumer goods commonly found in urban areas.



Photo Credit: Environmental Pollution



The research team reported that Bulimba Creek’s surrounding mix of residential streets, commercial activity and maintenance works likely contributed to the creek’s microplastic load. Areas with greater urban development showed stronger links to plastic accumulation in sediment compared with more natural catchments.



Rather than floating on the surface, many of the particles settle into creek beds where they can remain trapped for long periods, particularly after rainfall and stormwater flows carry debris into waterways.



Stormwater Runoff Emerging As A Major Source



The study also identified stormwater runoff as one of the main pathways carrying microplastics into Brisbane’s urban creeks.



Researchers noted that particles from roads, homes, parks, sports grounds and commercial precincts are washed into waterways during rain events before becoming embedded in sediment downstream.



Bulimba Creek recorded its highest microplastic levels during November sampling, differing from nearby creek systems, which peaked earlier in the year. The variation suggests local land use, rainfall patterns and creek flow all shape how plastics move through suburban waterways.



The study also examined Kedron Brook and Enoggera Creek. Kedron Brook recorded the highest overall microplastic abundance, while Enoggera Creek recorded the lowest levels, partly due to flow regulation from Enoggera Dam.



Photo Credit:  Environmental Pollution



Urban Growth Linked To Higher Sediment Contamination



The research found stronger associations between microplastic pollution and urban land use than with bushland or natural creek areas.



Industrial, commercial and residential zones all showed links to higher concentrations of certain plastics, particularly polypropylene and polyester fibres commonly associated with packaging, textiles and consumer waste. The researchers also found that creek shape and gradient influence where plastics settle. Flatter, slower-flowing sections were more likely to retain sediment and trap particles over time.



Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta from QUT’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering stated in the university release that heavily urbanised creek catchments in southeast Queensland contribute microplastics into Moreton Bay through stormwater systems.&nbsp;



The findings add another layer to ongoing discussions around stormwater management, creek restoration and the environmental impact of growing urban development across Brisbane’s eastern corridor.



Read: Camp Hill’s Historic Heart: The Story of Whites Hill Reserve 



Published 22-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[What Villanova College Parents Notice Long After the School Years End]]></title>
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Years after school finishes, most parents probably won’t remember the wording on a report card, or exactly when their son finally got on top of algebra.



What tends to stay with them is something less neatly measurable.



How he handled setbacks. Whether he learned to take responsibility. Whether he became someone who could manage pressure, navigate relationships and find his footing in a world that rarely offers much hand-holding.



That is not to diminish academics. Strong results matter, and for many families they matter enormously.



But even the most academically focused parents would probably agree that marks alone are not the whole story.



Schools have spent decades refining how they teach, assess and track academic performance. Increasingly, though, there has been a broader conversation about what keeps teenage boys engaged in the first place, particularly as they move through the unpredictability of adolescence, with all the pressures, shifting friendships and questions of identity that come with it.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Much of the research points in the same direction as what many parents and teachers have observed for years. Boys tend to engage more when they feel connected to the adults around them, to their peers and to the wider life of the school. Similar thinking appears in youth development research overseas, where the emphasis has long been on balancing support with challenge rather than treating them as competing ideas.



None of this will sound especially surprising to anyone who has spent time around teenage boys.



This is where broad educational ideas either become meaningful or remain little more than good intentions.



For some schools, the challenge is finding ways to move those conversations beyond wellbeing frameworks and educational theory, and into everyday experiences boys can actually feel, test and remember.



At Villanova College in Coorparoo, for example, that can mean opportunities that begin well before the first bell.



Thursday Mornings That Look Different



Some Thursday mornings start considerably earlier than most teenagers would voluntarily choose.



Serving breakfast every Thursday morning at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Emmanuel City Mission, students help prepare and serve breakfast for people doing it tough. It is part of the regular rhythm rather than a one-off exercise in community goodwill, and that distinction matters.



Teenagers tend to be quick judges of authenticity. A staged service day may satisfy a requirement, but a recurring commitment that asks them to show up early, work consistently and engage with people whose lives look very different from their own tends to land differently.



Job well done at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Villanova College, that approach sits comfortably within the school’s Augustinian tradition, which places strong emphasis on relationships, service and shared growth. Strip away the formal educational language and the underlying idea is straightforward enough: schooling is not simply about transferring knowledge, but about shaping character along the way.



The late Fr Michael Morahan, the College’s last Augustinian Rector, once described the teacher as a “companion in the search” rather than simply a dispenser of knowledge.



Kristina Moffett, the Director of Pedagogy, points out that boys’ learning is often strongest when teachers and students are “allies, working together toward growth and mastery.”



Boys often respond differently when the adults around them are not simply authority figures, but people they trust and respect.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



That instinct is backed by decades of educational research. Australian academic John Hattie’s work has consistently pointed to teachers as the single most significant in-school influence on student learning, while research focused specifically on boys has repeatedly highlighted the role relationships play in keeping them engaged.



None of that means theory alone is enough.



The real test is what those ideas look like when they move beyond educational language and into everyday school life.



Learning That Sticks



Some lessons are far easier to understand when they are experienced rather than explained.



A recent experience involving Sporting Wheelies gave students the chance to participate in wheelchair sport, offering a practical introduction to accessibility, inclusion and perspective that would be difficult to replicate through classroom discussion alone.



Learning about inclusion and diversity with the Sporting Wheelies. Photo Credit: Villanova College



It is one thing to talk about those concepts in abstract terms. It is another to encounter them in a way that feels immediate and tangible.



That same shift can be seen in how schools increasingly think about wellbeing.



Rather than treating emotional wellbeing as something separate from academic life, there has been a growing recognition that connection, belonging and emotional regulation play a direct role in learning readiness. 



Research from the Australian Education Research Organisation reflects that shift, while schools like Villanova College now use tools such as the ACER Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey to better understand how students are travelling beyond academic results.



Useful as that data may be, it only captures part of the picture.



What often tells you more is how young people respond when they are asked to navigate discomfort, unfamiliar situations or genuine responsibility.



Sometimes It Looks Like Volleyball



Not every meaningful part of school life arrives looking particularly serious.



A student-versus-teacher volleyball match is, at face value, exactly what you would expect: loud, competitive and only marginally controlled.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



But school culture is often built in those less formal moments.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



One of the more consistent findings in boys’ education is that belonging matters, particularly during adolescence, when boys can be less inclined to openly seek support or admit vulnerability.



A strong body of international research points in the same direction. Boys’ education researchers Michael Reichert and Richard Hawley have stated that boys are more likely to succeed when learning happens in environments where relationships matter, and where teachers are seen less as distant authority figures and more as trusted allies in the process of growth.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



Feeling known by adults at school, rather than simply managed by them, can make a meaningful difference.



That connection does not always develop in pastoral care meetings or formal mentoring structures.



Sometimes it grows in ordinary interactions that simply make school feel more human.





  
  

  

    
      From Villanova to the NRL: Cameron Bukowski
    

    
      
    

    
      Earlier this year, Brisbane Broncos forward Cameron Bukowski made his NRL debut in a tense one-point win over the Wests Tigers.
      
      For the Coorparoo community, there was a familiar connection. Bukowski is a Villanova Old Boy and former First XV and First XIII captain.
      
      No school creates a professional athlete.
      
      That path takes talent, relentless work, coaching, resilience and opportunity.
      
      But when educators talk about discipline, composure under pressure, consistency and leadership, this is the kind of real-world translation they mean.
      
      Not because every student is headed for elite sport.
      
      Because the qualities that matter there are often the same ones that matter everywhere else.
    

  




Schools and researchers may use different language for these ideas, but the themes are remarkably consistent.



Young people tend to do better when they feel cared for, when adults expect something of them, when support is available, and when they are given opportunities to contribute rather than simply be managed.



That balance between care and challenge is a recurring theme in contemporary educational research and underpins much of the educational approach in schools like Villanova.



Moffett notes that young people tend to grow most when high expectations are matched by strong support within relationship-based learning environments.



That thinking sits behind a range of contemporary educational frameworks, including the Search Institute’s work on developmental relationships, which identifies strong relationships as a key driver of student growth.



Much of what that looks like in practice is already familiar: being known, being stretched, being supported, and being exposed to experiences that broaden perspective.



The Bigger Measure



This is not an argument against academic ambition.



Parents are entirely right to expect strong teaching, serious academic preparation and clear pathways into university, careers and an increasingly competitive world.



But those expectations do not cancel out the others.



If anything, they sit alongside them.



Years later, when parents reflect on what school really gave their sons, the conversation tends to stretch beyond exam results.



Confidence comes up. So does judgement. Resilience. Maturity. Relationships.



The qualities that, quietly and often without much fanfare, shape how young men move through the world once school is behind them.



Published 18-May-2026



Villanova College is a Proud Promotional Partner of Brisbane Suburbs Online News
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Years after school finishes, most parents probably won’t remember the wording on a report card, or exactly when their son finally got on top of algebra.



What tends to stay with them is something less neatly measurable.



How he handled setbacks. Whether he learned to take responsibility. Whether he became someone who could manage pressure, navigate relationships and find his footing in a world that rarely offers much hand-holding.



That is not to diminish academics. Strong results matter, and for many families they matter enormously.



But even the most academically focused parents would probably agree that marks alone are not the whole story.



Schools have spent decades refining how they teach, assess and track academic performance. Increasingly, though, there has been a broader conversation about what keeps teenage boys engaged in the first place, particularly as they move through the unpredictability of adolescence, with all the pressures, shifting friendships and questions of identity that come with it.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Much of the research points in the same direction as what many parents and teachers have observed for years. Boys tend to engage more when they feel connected to the adults around them, to their peers and to the wider life of the school. Similar thinking appears in youth development research overseas, where the emphasis has long been on balancing support with challenge rather than treating them as competing ideas.



None of this will sound especially surprising to anyone who has spent time around teenage boys.



This is where broad educational ideas either become meaningful or remain little more than good intentions.



For some schools, the challenge is finding ways to move those conversations beyond wellbeing frameworks and educational theory, and into everyday experiences boys can actually feel, test and remember.



At Villanova College in Coorparoo, for example, that can mean opportunities that begin well before the first bell.



Thursday Mornings That Look Different



Some Thursday mornings start considerably earlier than most teenagers would voluntarily choose.



Serving breakfast every Thursday morning at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Emmanuel City Mission, students help prepare and serve breakfast for people doing it tough. It is part of the regular rhythm rather than a one-off exercise in community goodwill, and that distinction matters.



Teenagers tend to be quick judges of authenticity. A staged service day may satisfy a requirement, but a recurring commitment that asks them to show up early, work consistently and engage with people whose lives look very different from their own tends to land differently.



Job well done at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Villanova College, that approach sits comfortably within the school’s Augustinian tradition, which places strong emphasis on relationships, service and shared growth. Strip away the formal educational language and the underlying idea is straightforward enough: schooling is not simply about transferring knowledge, but about shaping character along the way.



The late Fr Michael Morahan, the College’s last Augustinian Rector, once described the teacher as a “companion in the search” rather than simply a dispenser of knowledge.



Kristina Moffett, the Director of Pedagogy, points out that boys’ learning is often strongest when teachers and students are “allies, working together toward growth and mastery.”



Boys often respond differently when the adults around them are not simply authority figures, but people they trust and respect.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



That instinct is backed by decades of educational research. Australian academic John Hattie’s work has consistently pointed to teachers as the single most significant in-school influence on student learning, while research focused specifically on boys has repeatedly highlighted the role relationships play in keeping them engaged.



None of that means theory alone is enough.



The real test is what those ideas look like when they move beyond educational language and into everyday school life.



Learning That Sticks



Some lessons are far easier to understand when they are experienced rather than explained.



A recent experience involving Sporting Wheelies gave students the chance to participate in wheelchair sport, offering a practical introduction to accessibility, inclusion and perspective that would be difficult to replicate through classroom discussion alone.



Learning about inclusion and diversity with the Sporting Wheelies. Photo Credit: Villanova College



It is one thing to talk about those concepts in abstract terms. It is another to encounter them in a way that feels immediate and tangible.



That same shift can be seen in how schools increasingly think about wellbeing.



Rather than treating emotional wellbeing as something separate from academic life, there has been a growing recognition that connection, belonging and emotional regulation play a direct role in learning readiness. 



Research from the Australian Education Research Organisation reflects that shift, while schools like Villanova College now use tools such as the ACER Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey to better understand how students are travelling beyond academic results.



Useful as that data may be, it only captures part of the picture.



What often tells you more is how young people respond when they are asked to navigate discomfort, unfamiliar situations or genuine responsibility.



Sometimes It Looks Like Volleyball



Not every meaningful part of school life arrives looking particularly serious.



A student-versus-teacher volleyball match is, at face value, exactly what you would expect: loud, competitive and only marginally controlled.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



But school culture is often built in those less formal moments.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



One of the more consistent findings in boys’ education is that belonging matters, particularly during adolescence, when boys can be less inclined to openly seek support or admit vulnerability.



A strong body of international research points in the same direction. Boys’ education researchers Michael Reichert and Richard Hawley have stated that boys are more likely to succeed when learning happens in environments where relationships matter, and where teachers are seen less as distant authority figures and more as trusted allies in the process of growth.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



Feeling known by adults at school, rather than simply managed by them, can make a meaningful difference.



That connection does not always develop in pastoral care meetings or formal mentoring structures.



Sometimes it grows in ordinary interactions that simply make school feel more human.





  
  

  

    
      From Villanova to the NRL: Cameron Bukowski
    

    
      
    

    
      Earlier this year, Brisbane Broncos forward Cameron Bukowski made his NRL debut in a tense one-point win over the Wests Tigers.
      
      For the Coorparoo community, there was a familiar connection. Bukowski is a Villanova Old Boy and former First XV and First XIII captain.
      
      No school creates a professional athlete.
      
      That path takes talent, relentless work, coaching, resilience and opportunity.
      
      But when educators talk about discipline, composure under pressure, consistency and leadership, this is the kind of real-world translation they mean.
      
      Not because every student is headed for elite sport.
      
      Because the qualities that matter there are often the same ones that matter everywhere else.
    

  




Schools and researchers may use different language for these ideas, but the themes are remarkably consistent.



Young people tend to do better when they feel cared for, when adults expect something of them, when support is available, and when they are given opportunities to contribute rather than simply be managed.



That balance between care and challenge is a recurring theme in contemporary educational research and underpins much of the educational approach in schools like Villanova.



Moffett notes that young people tend to grow most when high expectations are matched by strong support within relationship-based learning environments.



That thinking sits behind a range of contemporary educational frameworks, including the Search Institute’s work on developmental relationships, which identifies strong relationships as a key driver of student growth.



Much of what that looks like in practice is already familiar: being known, being stretched, being supported, and being exposed to experiences that broaden perspective.



The Bigger Measure



This is not an argument against academic ambition.



Parents are entirely right to expect strong teaching, serious academic preparation and clear pathways into university, careers and an increasingly competitive world.



But those expectations do not cancel out the others.



If anything, they sit alongside them.



Years later, when parents reflect on what school really gave their sons, the conversation tends to stretch beyond exam results.



Confidence comes up. So does judgement. Resilience. Maturity. Relationships.



The qualities that, quietly and often without much fanfare, shape how young men move through the world once school is behind them.



Published 18-May-2026



Villanova College is a Proud Promotional Partner of Brisbane Suburbs Online News
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[Chandler Track to Host World's Best BMX Riders in July 2026]]></title>
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Upgrades are ongoing at Chandler’s Brisbane SX International BMX Centre as preparations continue for the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships, with the venue being readied for international competition.







Read: Leadership, Teamwork, and Fun at Mount Bruce Scout Group in Camp Hill







A Venue Under Construction For International Racing



Within the Sleeman Sports Complex, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre is continuing to undergo precinct upgrades aimed at meeting international BMX racing standards. The works are focused on preparing the site for a large international field set to compete in July 2026.



Photo credit: Sleeman Sports Complex



The 400-metre BMX Supercross track remains central to these upgrades, with refinements underway in line with global design requirements. The course is set to feature both 5-metre and 8-metre start ramps, along with timing systems installed across the track to monitor performance.&nbsp;



Activity Continues As Works Progress



Photo credit: Sleeman Sports Complex



Despite ongoing upgrades, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre continues to operate as a training venue. Weekly gate practice sessions take place on Thursday evenings, allowing riders to use the start ramps and timing systems during preparation.



The broader Sleeman Sports Complex supports this activity with accommodation, gymnasiums, recovery facilities and additional sporting spaces. Its proximity to Brisbane International Airport also allows for ongoing training camps in the lead-up to the championships.



Focus Shifts Towards The Event



With July 2026 approaching, attention in Chandler is gradually turning from construction to readiness. The track is continuing to take shape as works progress, with preparations aimed at hosting a large international BMX racing event.







Read: From Refugee Dreams to Culinary Success: The Story of Bamiyan in Camp Hill







By the time competition begins, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre is expected to bring together thousands of riders on a single course, placing Chandler at the centre of BMX racing during the championship period.



Published 13-May-2026
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Upgrades are ongoing at Chandler’s Brisbane SX International BMX Centre as preparations continue for the 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Championships, with the venue being readied for international competition.







Read: Leadership, Teamwork, and Fun at Mount Bruce Scout Group in Camp Hill







A Venue Under Construction For International Racing



Within the Sleeman Sports Complex, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre is continuing to undergo precinct upgrades aimed at meeting international BMX racing standards. The works are focused on preparing the site for a large international field set to compete in July 2026.



Photo credit: Sleeman Sports Complex



The 400-metre BMX Supercross track remains central to these upgrades, with refinements underway in line with global design requirements. The course is set to feature both 5-metre and 8-metre start ramps, along with timing systems installed across the track to monitor performance.&nbsp;



Activity Continues As Works Progress



Photo credit: Sleeman Sports Complex



Despite ongoing upgrades, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre continues to operate as a training venue. Weekly gate practice sessions take place on Thursday evenings, allowing riders to use the start ramps and timing systems during preparation.



The broader Sleeman Sports Complex supports this activity with accommodation, gymnasiums, recovery facilities and additional sporting spaces. Its proximity to Brisbane International Airport also allows for ongoing training camps in the lead-up to the championships.



Focus Shifts Towards The Event



With July 2026 approaching, attention in Chandler is gradually turning from construction to readiness. The track is continuing to take shape as works progress, with preparations aimed at hosting a large international BMX racing event.







Read: From Refugee Dreams to Culinary Success: The Story of Bamiyan in Camp Hill







By the time competition begins, the Brisbane SX International BMX Centre is expected to bring together thousands of riders on a single course, placing Chandler at the centre of BMX racing during the championship period.



Published 13-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Five Years After Hannah Clarke, Police Urge Queenslanders To Prevent Domestic And Family Violence Together]]></title>
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In Camp Hill, a section of Bill Hewitt Reserve holds a sign, a shelter, and a stand of young trees. The spot is called Hannah's Place, a memorial to Hannah Clarke and her three children, Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey, who were murdered in February 2020. For residents of Camp Hill and the surrounding suburbs, the tragedy is not an abstract news story. It happened on a school run, on Raven Street, in Camp Hill.







Read: Queensland Gets Tough on Coercive Control Laws After Hannah Clarke Case







Five years on, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) is marking Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month this May with a statewide call to action, and the numbers behind that call are confronting.



Between July 2024 and June 2025, police responded to 183,747 DFV-related call-outs across Queensland. That is an average of 500 incidents every single day, or one every three minutes.&nbsp;



Photo credit: Facebook/Small Steps 4 Hannah



QPS Deputy Commissioner John Tims has been clear about what those figures mean. "Domestic and family violence is not a private matter, it is a societal problem and a serious criminal issue," he said. "Those who use violence or coercive control should be under no illusion. These behaviours have serious consequences. Everyone has a role to play in supporting those experiencing harm by reporting incidents of unlawful behaviour so perpetrators are held to account."



This year's Prevention Month theme, Together, Queenslanders can prevent domestic and family violence, underscores the importance of collective action, according to the QPS. It calls on neighbours, friends, colleagues and communities to pay attention, to speak up, and to support victim-survivors.



A law change with local roots



Photo credit: Facebook/Small Steps 4 Hannah



The timing of that message carries particular weight in Queensland. Coercive control became a standalone criminal offence in Queensland in May 2025. Following the murders of Hannah Clarke and her children, it was proposed for coercive control to become a standalone criminal offence, a process that took five years to legislate. The murders sparked a national debate about domestic violence in Australia, and that conversation ultimately shaped the law.



Hannah's Place was opened on 8 September 2020, what would have been Hannah Clarke's 32nd birthday, and it remains a quiet but steady reminder of what is at stake when warning signs go unheeded and communities stay silent.



How to get involved this May



Photo credit: Darkness to Daylight



Throughout May 2026, QPS officers will participate in a range of community events, including candlelight vigils across Queensland on 6 May to honour lives lost to DFV. Later in the month, the Darkness to Daylight Challenge returns to Queensland Parliament House on 28 and 29 May for its 13th year.&nbsp;



The event, organised by Challenge DV, invites participants to walk or run to raise funds for DFV prevention services. The challenge covers 110 kilometres, with each kilometre representing one of the approximately 110 lives lost to domestic and family violence in Australia every year. Whether participants complete 3km or the full distance, the organisers ask that everyone run or walk with purpose.







Read: Hannah Clarke’s Parents Receive QLD Australian Of The Year Awards







Deputy Commissioner Tims has urged anyone experiencing or witnessing domestic violence not to hesitate. "If you or someone you know is at risk, help is available. Reach out to police and specialist support services if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence. Your report could save a life."



DFV Prevention Month is an initiative of the Queensland Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety.



If you or someone you know needs help:




Queensland Police: Call 000 in an emergency DV Connect (Womensline): 1800 811 811



1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732&nbsp;



Darkness to Daylight Challenge registrations: https://www.darknesstodaylight.org&nbsp;



DFV Prevention Month community events calendar: https://www.families.qld.gov.au/our-work/domestic-family-sexual-violence/calendar




Published 8-May-2026
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In Camp Hill, a section of Bill Hewitt Reserve holds a sign, a shelter, and a stand of young trees. The spot is called Hannah's Place, a memorial to Hannah Clarke and her three children, Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey, who were murdered in February 2020. For residents of Camp Hill and the surrounding suburbs, the tragedy is not an abstract news story. It happened on a school run, on Raven Street, in Camp Hill.







Read: Queensland Gets Tough on Coercive Control Laws After Hannah Clarke Case







Five years on, the Queensland Police Service (QPS) is marking Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Prevention Month this May with a statewide call to action, and the numbers behind that call are confronting.



Between July 2024 and June 2025, police responded to 183,747 DFV-related call-outs across Queensland. That is an average of 500 incidents every single day, or one every three minutes.&nbsp;



Photo credit: Facebook/Small Steps 4 Hannah



QPS Deputy Commissioner John Tims has been clear about what those figures mean. "Domestic and family violence is not a private matter, it is a societal problem and a serious criminal issue," he said. "Those who use violence or coercive control should be under no illusion. These behaviours have serious consequences. Everyone has a role to play in supporting those experiencing harm by reporting incidents of unlawful behaviour so perpetrators are held to account."



This year's Prevention Month theme, Together, Queenslanders can prevent domestic and family violence, underscores the importance of collective action, according to the QPS. It calls on neighbours, friends, colleagues and communities to pay attention, to speak up, and to support victim-survivors.



A law change with local roots



Photo credit: Facebook/Small Steps 4 Hannah



The timing of that message carries particular weight in Queensland. Coercive control became a standalone criminal offence in Queensland in May 2025. Following the murders of Hannah Clarke and her children, it was proposed for coercive control to become a standalone criminal offence, a process that took five years to legislate. The murders sparked a national debate about domestic violence in Australia, and that conversation ultimately shaped the law.



Hannah's Place was opened on 8 September 2020, what would have been Hannah Clarke's 32nd birthday, and it remains a quiet but steady reminder of what is at stake when warning signs go unheeded and communities stay silent.



How to get involved this May



Photo credit: Darkness to Daylight



Throughout May 2026, QPS officers will participate in a range of community events, including candlelight vigils across Queensland on 6 May to honour lives lost to DFV. Later in the month, the Darkness to Daylight Challenge returns to Queensland Parliament House on 28 and 29 May for its 13th year.&nbsp;



The event, organised by Challenge DV, invites participants to walk or run to raise funds for DFV prevention services. The challenge covers 110 kilometres, with each kilometre representing one of the approximately 110 lives lost to domestic and family violence in Australia every year. Whether participants complete 3km or the full distance, the organisers ask that everyone run or walk with purpose.







Read: Hannah Clarke’s Parents Receive QLD Australian Of The Year Awards







Deputy Commissioner Tims has urged anyone experiencing or witnessing domestic violence not to hesitate. "If you or someone you know is at risk, help is available. Reach out to police and specialist support services if you or someone you know is experiencing domestic and family violence. Your report could save a life."



DFV Prevention Month is an initiative of the Queensland Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety.



If you or someone you know needs help:




Queensland Police: Call 000 in an emergency DV Connect (Womensline): 1800 811 811



1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732&nbsp;



Darkness to Daylight Challenge registrations: https://www.darknesstodaylight.org&nbsp;



DFV Prevention Month community events calendar: https://www.families.qld.gov.au/our-work/domestic-family-sexual-violence/calendar




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<title><![CDATA[Camp Hill’s Historic Heart: The Story of Whites Hill Reserve]]></title>
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Long before Brisbane’s eastern suburbs were carved into cul-de-sacs and lined with jacarandas, a man named Robert White stood on the slope of what we now call Camp Hill and looked out toward Moreton Bay. He didn’t just see farmland. He saw potential.



Read: What Happened to Whites Hill’s Popular Tourist Spot, the Observatory Restaurant?



A Modest Start on the Hill



In 1873, Mr White purchased a 43-acre stretch of hilly land for just over five pounds. The area was wild and undeveloped, perched above what is now Coorparoo. 



Mr White was not a man of grand speeches or flashy intentions. He built a small slab hut halfway up the hill, grew maize, kept pigs and cattle, and travelled a 14-mile round trip each day to Brisbane to work as a joiner for Andrew Petrie. It was a modest life, but it was also one of grit, long hours, and quiet ambition.



From Farmland to Destination



Over time, the land transformed beneath his hands. He cleared it, built a steam-powered sawmill in what is now Eric’s Civil Park, and carved a road himself to access the house he was gradually upgrading from a basic hut into something more substantial. Nearby, one of the streets would later be named Indus Street—after the ship that brought him to Australia in 1863.



But Mr White wasn’t content to just live on the land. He wanted to share it.



He set up an observation area on the northern side of his property and opened it to the public. At the time, Brisbane was still growing, and for many city residents, White’s hilltop offered a rare treat—wide, open views and the novelty of something unusual. A telescope stood ready for visitors to peer out to Moreton Bay. Inside the observatory, a camera obscura utilised mirrors and sunlight to project moving images of the outdoors onto a round viewing table, providing an early cinema experience, live from the hilltop.



The place soon became more than just a viewing spot. Mr White installed a tearoom that could host 60 guests, and the hill began to draw people for weekend picnics, dances under the moonlight, and weddings with the sky overhead. It became one of Brisbane’s most popular day trip destinations, with families and couples trekking for hours by foot or horse-drawn cart to reach the top of Camp Hill.



Photo Credit: WhitesHill.Org



Read: Koala Rescuers Spotlight Brisbane’s Wildlife Crisis Through One Marsupial’s Misadventures



A Legacy Secured After Loss



Eventually, word of the hill’s popularity reached Brisbane’s Lord Mayor, William Jolly. In the 1920s, the City Council offered Mr White £22,000 to purchase the estate—a significant amount at the time. Mr White declined.&nbsp;



But when he passed away just a few years later, the Council moved quickly to claim the land. By then, a tramline had reached Camp Hill, ending at Bruce Street, making access easier for the growing population.



Today, many walk through Whites Hill Reserve with little idea of who it’s named after or how it came to be. The trails, the trees, the sound of weekend footy from the nearby oval. These are the visible remains of a place that began with one man’s effort to cultivate not just land, but community.



Updated 9-May-2026
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Long before Brisbane’s eastern suburbs were carved into cul-de-sacs and lined with jacarandas, a man named Robert White stood on the slope of what we now call Camp Hill and looked out toward Moreton Bay. He didn’t just see farmland. He saw potential.



Read: What Happened to Whites Hill’s Popular Tourist Spot, the Observatory Restaurant?



A Modest Start on the Hill



In 1873, Mr White purchased a 43-acre stretch of hilly land for just over five pounds. The area was wild and undeveloped, perched above what is now Coorparoo. 



Mr White was not a man of grand speeches or flashy intentions. He built a small slab hut halfway up the hill, grew maize, kept pigs and cattle, and travelled a 14-mile round trip each day to Brisbane to work as a joiner for Andrew Petrie. It was a modest life, but it was also one of grit, long hours, and quiet ambition.



From Farmland to Destination



Over time, the land transformed beneath his hands. He cleared it, built a steam-powered sawmill in what is now Eric’s Civil Park, and carved a road himself to access the house he was gradually upgrading from a basic hut into something more substantial. Nearby, one of the streets would later be named Indus Street—after the ship that brought him to Australia in 1863.



But Mr White wasn’t content to just live on the land. He wanted to share it.



He set up an observation area on the northern side of his property and opened it to the public. At the time, Brisbane was still growing, and for many city residents, White’s hilltop offered a rare treat—wide, open views and the novelty of something unusual. A telescope stood ready for visitors to peer out to Moreton Bay. Inside the observatory, a camera obscura utilised mirrors and sunlight to project moving images of the outdoors onto a round viewing table, providing an early cinema experience, live from the hilltop.



The place soon became more than just a viewing spot. Mr White installed a tearoom that could host 60 guests, and the hill began to draw people for weekend picnics, dances under the moonlight, and weddings with the sky overhead. It became one of Brisbane’s most popular day trip destinations, with families and couples trekking for hours by foot or horse-drawn cart to reach the top of Camp Hill.



Photo Credit: WhitesHill.Org



Read: Koala Rescuers Spotlight Brisbane’s Wildlife Crisis Through One Marsupial’s Misadventures



A Legacy Secured After Loss



Eventually, word of the hill’s popularity reached Brisbane’s Lord Mayor, William Jolly. In the 1920s, the City Council offered Mr White £22,000 to purchase the estate—a significant amount at the time. Mr White declined.&nbsp;



But when he passed away just a few years later, the Council moved quickly to claim the land. By then, a tramline had reached Camp Hill, ending at Bruce Street, making access easier for the growing population.



Today, many walk through Whites Hill Reserve with little idea of who it’s named after or how it came to be. The trails, the trees, the sound of weekend footy from the nearby oval. These are the visible remains of a place that began with one man’s effort to cultivate not just land, but community.



Updated 9-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[2,500 Projects and Counting: Coorparoo's Fardoulys Constructions Reaches a Golden Milestone]]></title>
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What started in a converted jam factory in Coorparoo half a century ago has grown into one of Queensland's most established independent commercial builders. Fardoulys Constructions will mark its 50th anniversary on Friday 29 May 2026, with more than 150 industry leaders and supporters set to gather at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves to celebrate the milestone.







Read: Business Interest Surges in Gabba Precinct Redevelopment Plans







The occasion will bring together staff, clients, subcontractors, and long-standing industry partners at Bougainvillea House to honour a business that has contributed to some of Queensland's most recognised buildings and community spaces across five decades.



Three generations, one family name



Peter Fardoulys (Photo supplied)



The company was founded in 1976 by the late Peter Fardoulys AM, who built the business from those modest Coorparoo premises into one of Queensland's most established privately held commercial builders. His son Robin Fardoulys AM joined the business in 1981 and has since served as Managing Director. Will Fardoulys, Robin's son and the third generation of the family, joined the business in 2013.



"Reaching 50 years as an independent Queensland builder is something we are incredibly proud of. What makes the milestone especially meaningful is seeing the business continue into a third generation of our family," Robin Fardoulys said.



Robin also acknowledged the broader team behind the milestone. "This milestone also belongs to the people who have been part of the journey, including our staff, clients, subcontractors, suppliers and industry partners."



Robin also reflected on his father's founding philosophy. "My father founded the company with a strong focus on relationships, integrity and delivering quality outcomes for clients."



Will Fardoulys noted how much the industry had changed since his grandfather founded the business. "The industry is now more complex and fast-paced, but the foundations remain the same: quality delivery, accountability and strong relationships."



A portfolio built across Queensland



Photo credit: Google Street View



Over 50 years, Fardoulys Constructions has delivered more than 2,500 projects across the hospitality, education, aged care, industrial and community sectors. Its portfolio includes some well-known Queensland landmarks, among them the Brisbane Powerhouse Arts Precinct, Kooroomba Vineyard, Laguna Quays Resort, the Royal Queensland, Indooroopilly and Brisbane Golf Clubs, the Nudgee College Hanley Learning Centre, and Churchie's Boarding and Preparatory facilities.



It is a body of work that spans schools, clubs, resorts, arts precincts and care facilities, and reflects five decades of commitment to Queensland communities.



Robin Fardoulys reflected on how dramatically the industry had changed since the company first opened its doors. "When the business started there were no mobile phones, computers or digital technology, just hard work, trusted relationships and a two-way radio in each vehicle."



A migrant story behind the builder



The Fardoulys family story runs deeper than construction. Peter Fardoulys' father, James Fardoulys, migrated from Kythera, Greece, to Australia at just 14 years of age. James went on to become an award-winning artist whose works are held in the collections of the Queensland Art Gallery, the Art Gallery of New South Wales, and the National Gallery of Australia.







Read: Nick Malouf: From Churchie to Rugby Star and Business Analyst







In a coincidence that would be hard to script, exactly 50 years to the week since Fardoulys Constructions first opened its doors, a significant work by James Fardoulys unexpectedly came up for sale. The 1965 painting "In the Eagle's Realm" has been acquired by the family in honour of founder Peter Fardoulys AM and the company's anniversary.



Published 28-May-2026
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What started in a converted jam factory in Coorparoo half a century ago has grown into one of Queensland's most established independent commercial builders. Fardoulys Constructions will mark its 50th anniversary on Friday 29 May 2026, with more than 150 industry leaders and supporters set to gather at Brisbane's Howard Smith Wharves to celebrate the milestone.







Read: Business Interest Surges in Gabba Precinct Redevelopment Plans







The occasion will bring together staff, clients, subcontractors, and long-standing industry partners at Bougainvillea House to honour a business that has contributed to some of Queensland's most recognised buildings and community spaces across five decades.



Three generations, one family name



Peter Fardoulys (Photo supplied)



The company was founded in 1976 by the late Peter Fardoulys AM, who built the business from those modest Coorparoo premises into one of Queensland's most established privately held commercial builders. His son Robin Fardoulys AM joined the business in 1981 and has since served as Managing Director. Will Fardoulys, Robin's son and the third generation of the family, joined the business in 2013.



"Reaching 50 years as an independent Queensland builder is something we are incredibly proud of. What makes the milestone especially meaningful is seeing the business continue into a third generation of our family," Robin Fardoulys said.



Robin also acknowledged the broader team behind the milestone. "This milestone also belongs to the people who have been part of the journey, including our staff, clients, subcontractors, suppliers and industry partners."



Robin also reflected on his father's founding philosophy. "My father founded the company with a strong focus on relationships, integrity and delivering quality outcomes for clients."



Will Fardoulys noted how much the industry had changed since his grandfather founded the business. "The industry is now more complex and fast-paced, but the foundations remain the same: quality delivery, accountability and strong relationships."



A portfolio built across Queensland



Photo credit: Google Street View



Over 50 years, Fardoulys Constructions has delivered more than 2,500 projects across the hospitality, education, aged care, industrial and community sectors. Its portfolio includes some well-known Queensland landmarks, among them the Brisbane Powerhouse Arts Precinct, Kooroomba Vineyard, Laguna Quays Resort, the Royal Queensland, Indooroopilly and Brisbane Golf Clubs, the Nudgee College Hanley Learning Centre, and Churchie's Boarding and Preparatory facilities.



It is a body of work that spans schools, clubs, resorts, arts precincts and care facilities, and reflects five decades of commitment to Queensland communities.



Robin Fardoulys reflected on how dramatically the industry had changed since the company first opened its doors. "When the business started there were no mobile phones, computers or digital technology, just hard work, trusted relationships and a two-way radio in each vehicle."



A migrant story behind the builder



The Fardoulys family story runs deeper than construction. Peter Fardoulys' father, James Fardoulys, migrated from Kythera, Greece, to Australia at just 14 years of age. James went on to become an award-winning artist whose works are held in the collections of the Queensland Art Gallery, the Art Gallery of New South Wales, and the National Gallery of Australia.







Read: Nick Malouf: From Churchie to Rugby Star and Business Analyst







In a coincidence that would be hard to script, exactly 50 years to the week since Fardoulys Constructions first opened its doors, a significant work by James Fardoulys unexpectedly came up for sale. The 1965 painting "In the Eagle's Realm" has been acquired by the family in honour of founder Peter Fardoulys AM and the company's anniversary.



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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[‘Montauk House’ Hits the Market in One of Coorparoo's Most Coveted Streets]]></title>
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A Hamptons-inspired residence in one of Brisbane's most tightly held inner-south pockets has hit the market, and its story stretches well beyond its Coorparoo postcode. Montauk House, as the property is known, has a story that sets it apart from most homes on the market.







Read: Former East Brisbane Childcare Centre Attracts Multi-Buyer Interest







The home is being offered via Expressions of Interest closing Wednesday 10 June, listed through Place Bulimba, and it carries with it a connection to a remarkable piece of Australian history. 



The property was home to the family of Will Scully-Power, son of Dr Paul Scully-Power, the oceanographer who became Australia's first person in space when he flew aboard the Challenger shuttle in 1984. The family purchased the five-bedroom home with pool in 2018 for $1.32 million, a price the family noted would have been roughly ten times higher for a comparable property in Sydney.



Photo credit: Place Bulimba



That value proposition is one that agent Pat Goldsworthy of Place Bulimba says continues to drive strong interstate interest in the inner south-east pocket. Even now, well past the peak migration years of the COVID era, Mr Goldsworthy says up to a quarter of buyers in his campaigns are coming from other states, drawn by the combination of lifestyle, climate, and comparatively generous block sizes.



Photo credit: Place Bulimba



Sitting just four kilometres from the CBD, the suburb offers the bigger blocks and better value for money that Mr Goldsworthy says Sydney and Melbourne buyers are actively seeking. Mr Goldsworthy has described the area as a blue chip pocket, and Montauk House sits squarely within that bracket.



The property, located at 22 Wellstead Avenue, has been crafted in a Hamptons-inspired style and sits on a 411 square metre parcel with established gardens and secure fencing. It features a fully integrated security system with perimeter monitoring, high-definition surveillance, remote access control, and intelligent alarm integration, all discreetly implemented to provide complete peace of mind, privacy, and control. Secure covered parking and additional off-street accommodation round out a package that the listing describes as one of Coorparoo's finest residential offerings to come to the market.



Photo credit: Place Bulimba



Beyond the bricks and mortar, the home's real selling point may be its street. Wellstead Avenue turns out to be one of those rare urban streets where neighbours genuinely know each other. The street hosts a rotating Christmas party each year, and on Sunday afternoons the neighbours are known to gather in the street while the kids play.



The family moved from Bondi to Brisbane in 2018 in search of more space, and found the community feel of Wellstead Avenue was an unexpected bonus. Will Scully-Power, an entrepreneur, and his wife Tessa are now relocating overseas for work, but have indicated they plan to return to Queensland in time.







Read: Drills Are Turning at the Gabba: Brisbane’s New Entertainment and Housing Precinct Takes Shape







For the next family to call Montauk House home, they will inherit more than a well-appointed property; they will step into a close-knit street, four kilometres from the city, with a connection to one of Australia's proudest moments in space exploration.



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A Hamptons-inspired residence in one of Brisbane's most tightly held inner-south pockets has hit the market, and its story stretches well beyond its Coorparoo postcode. Montauk House, as the property is known, has a story that sets it apart from most homes on the market.







Read: Former East Brisbane Childcare Centre Attracts Multi-Buyer Interest







The home is being offered via Expressions of Interest closing Wednesday 10 June, listed through Place Bulimba, and it carries with it a connection to a remarkable piece of Australian history. 



The property was home to the family of Will Scully-Power, son of Dr Paul Scully-Power, the oceanographer who became Australia's first person in space when he flew aboard the Challenger shuttle in 1984. The family purchased the five-bedroom home with pool in 2018 for $1.32 million, a price the family noted would have been roughly ten times higher for a comparable property in Sydney.



Photo credit: Place Bulimba



That value proposition is one that agent Pat Goldsworthy of Place Bulimba says continues to drive strong interstate interest in the inner south-east pocket. Even now, well past the peak migration years of the COVID era, Mr Goldsworthy says up to a quarter of buyers in his campaigns are coming from other states, drawn by the combination of lifestyle, climate, and comparatively generous block sizes.



Photo credit: Place Bulimba



Sitting just four kilometres from the CBD, the suburb offers the bigger blocks and better value for money that Mr Goldsworthy says Sydney and Melbourne buyers are actively seeking. Mr Goldsworthy has described the area as a blue chip pocket, and Montauk House sits squarely within that bracket.



The property, located at 22 Wellstead Avenue, has been crafted in a Hamptons-inspired style and sits on a 411 square metre parcel with established gardens and secure fencing. It features a fully integrated security system with perimeter monitoring, high-definition surveillance, remote access control, and intelligent alarm integration, all discreetly implemented to provide complete peace of mind, privacy, and control. Secure covered parking and additional off-street accommodation round out a package that the listing describes as one of Coorparoo's finest residential offerings to come to the market.



Photo credit: Place Bulimba



Beyond the bricks and mortar, the home's real selling point may be its street. Wellstead Avenue turns out to be one of those rare urban streets where neighbours genuinely know each other. The street hosts a rotating Christmas party each year, and on Sunday afternoons the neighbours are known to gather in the street while the kids play.



The family moved from Bondi to Brisbane in 2018 in search of more space, and found the community feel of Wellstead Avenue was an unexpected bonus. Will Scully-Power, an entrepreneur, and his wife Tessa are now relocating overseas for work, but have indicated they plan to return to Queensland in time.







Read: Drills Are Turning at the Gabba: Brisbane’s New Entertainment and Housing Precinct Takes Shape







For the next family to call Montauk House home, they will inherit more than a well-appointed property; they will step into a close-knit street, four kilometres from the city, with a connection to one of Australia's proudest moments in space exploration.



Published 26-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Giants Rip Lions Apart In Historic Third-Quarter Meltdown As Brisbane’s Familiar Problem Returns]]></title>
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For most of the first half, this looked like the sort of contest Brisbane would happily grind through.



The Lions were under pressure at times, particularly when Greater Western Sydney moved the ball quickly and got their dangerous forwards involved, but they stayed close enough to remain firmly in the contest. Eight lead changes before half-time reflected how even the game had been, with neither side able to establish meaningful control.



By the main break, the Giants led by just six points. Brisbane had every reason to believe the afternoon was still there to be won.



Instead, it turned into one of Brisbane’s worst third-quarter collapses in recent memory.



Greater Western Sydney’s third-term explosion was not merely decisive; it was historic. The Giants slammed on 14.2 (86), the highest third-quarter score recorded in V/AFL history, transforming what had been a live contest into a complete dismantling. By the time the final siren arrived at Engie Stadium, Brisbane had been beaten 26.10 (166) to 13.10 (88) in Round 11 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership.



For a side with genuine premiership ambitions, the margin alone is troubling. The bigger concern is that the warning signs had already been there.



The Game Brisbane Thought It Was Playing



Conor McKenna’s opening goal gave Brisbane the ideal start, the Irishman gathering cleanly and finishing with the kind of confidence that suggested the visitors had settled quickly.



That impression held for much of the first half.



Toby Greene was influential early, Jake Riccardi found dangerous positions inside 50, and the Giants repeatedly looked capable of putting together quick bursts of scoring. Brisbane, though, did enough around stoppage in the first half to stay in touch.



Lachie Neale worked tirelessly in traffic, Charlie Cameron capitalised on an opposition mistake, and Cam Rayner looked threatening whenever the ball came near him. There was pressure, intensity and momentum swings, but also enough resilience from Brisbane to suggest this was a genuine contest between two quality sides rather than a one-sided ambush in waiting.



At half-time, nothing about the scoreboard hinted at what was about to follow.



When The Match Got Away Completely



The unraveling began almost immediately after the restart.



Phoenix Gothard struck within seconds, but even then there was no obvious indication Brisbane was about to disappear from the contest altogether. What followed, however, was the sort of collapse that can leave a side searching for explanations long after the final siren.



Jake Stringer imposed himself physically. Aaron Cadman joined the scoring. Greene became almost impossible to contain. Brent Daniels repeatedly drove the Giants forward, and once Brisbane began losing territory, possession and composure in quick succession, the match accelerated away from them.



The most alarming aspect was not simply the volume of scoring, but the complete absence of any meaningful response.



The Giants hurt Brisbane from turnover, from stoppage and in transition. Every attempted adjustment felt temporary at best. By the middle of the quarter, Brisbane had lost any meaningful control.



Chris Fagan offered no softened interpretation afterwards.



“They played an unbelievable third quarter,” he said.



“When you look at the scores, we lost the first quarter by six, we evened the second quarter, and we won the last quarter. But we lost this third quarter by 83 points. We got smashed everywhere — at the contest and ball movement. We couldn't stop it; they just controlled the game.”



It was an unusually stark assessment, but not an inaccurate one.



The More Concerning Part Is That This Keeps Happening



If this had arrived in isolation, Brisbane might simply absorb the embarrassment and move on.



Fagan made clear that is not how he sees it.



The Lions have now been badly exposed after half-time for three consecutive weeks, first against Carlton, then Geelong, and now in far more dramatic fashion against the Giants.



“Unfortunately, and to be truthful, our third quarters have been a problem for us for the last three weeks,” Fagan said.



“We had a good lead against Carlton a few weeks ago and squandered a fair bit of that in the third quarter. Geelong got us in the third quarter last week, and it happened again today. We need to have a talk with the group and work out what's happening there.”



That is where the real significance of this result lies.



Every contender has a poor afternoon. Repeated collapses in the same phase of matches suggest something more structural — whether physical, tactical or mental — and Brisbane currently looks vulnerable in exactly the areas that successful September sides are normally built on.



A Better Final Quarter, But Little Comfort



To their credit, the Lions did not completely abandon the afternoon.



Logan Morris ended a lengthy goal drought in the final quarter, Rayner continued to compete, and Brisbane at least showed enough resistance to avoid the sort of total surrender that would have made the result even uglier.



Fagan acknowledged that response, though only in relative terms.



“The body language wasn't good,” he said.



“I talked to them about that at three-quarter time and said, ‘Now, the challenge is this last quarter. Can we actually turn it around and get something out of the game for next week?’”



There was some response, but not enough to materially change the reading of the afternoon.



Stringer and Greene each finished with five goals, Clayton Oliver controlled the midfield with 37 disposals and 11 clearances, while Finn Callaghan still managed to influence the game despite close attention from Josh Dunkley.



For Brisbane, Neale battled hard, while Rayner and Kai Lohmann each kicked three.



The Timing Could Hardly Be Worse



The Lions now have a meeting with ladder leaders Fremantle.



That would be a daunting assignment under any circumstances. Carrying a recurring issue that has now been exposed three weeks in succession makes it considerably more uncomfortable.



Because what Brisbane produced in that third quarter looked less like a bad patch and more like a side losing its grip on the things it normally does best.



Final ScoreGWS GIANTS 26.10 (166) def Brisbane Lions 13.10 (88)



Published 25-May-2026
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For most of the first half, this looked like the sort of contest Brisbane would happily grind through.



The Lions were under pressure at times, particularly when Greater Western Sydney moved the ball quickly and got their dangerous forwards involved, but they stayed close enough to remain firmly in the contest. Eight lead changes before half-time reflected how even the game had been, with neither side able to establish meaningful control.



By the main break, the Giants led by just six points. Brisbane had every reason to believe the afternoon was still there to be won.



Instead, it turned into one of Brisbane’s worst third-quarter collapses in recent memory.



Greater Western Sydney’s third-term explosion was not merely decisive; it was historic. The Giants slammed on 14.2 (86), the highest third-quarter score recorded in V/AFL history, transforming what had been a live contest into a complete dismantling. By the time the final siren arrived at Engie Stadium, Brisbane had been beaten 26.10 (166) to 13.10 (88) in Round 11 of the 2026 Toyota AFL Premiership.



For a side with genuine premiership ambitions, the margin alone is troubling. The bigger concern is that the warning signs had already been there.



The Game Brisbane Thought It Was Playing



Conor McKenna’s opening goal gave Brisbane the ideal start, the Irishman gathering cleanly and finishing with the kind of confidence that suggested the visitors had settled quickly.



That impression held for much of the first half.



Toby Greene was influential early, Jake Riccardi found dangerous positions inside 50, and the Giants repeatedly looked capable of putting together quick bursts of scoring. Brisbane, though, did enough around stoppage in the first half to stay in touch.



Lachie Neale worked tirelessly in traffic, Charlie Cameron capitalised on an opposition mistake, and Cam Rayner looked threatening whenever the ball came near him. There was pressure, intensity and momentum swings, but also enough resilience from Brisbane to suggest this was a genuine contest between two quality sides rather than a one-sided ambush in waiting.



At half-time, nothing about the scoreboard hinted at what was about to follow.



When The Match Got Away Completely



The unraveling began almost immediately after the restart.



Phoenix Gothard struck within seconds, but even then there was no obvious indication Brisbane was about to disappear from the contest altogether. What followed, however, was the sort of collapse that can leave a side searching for explanations long after the final siren.



Jake Stringer imposed himself physically. Aaron Cadman joined the scoring. Greene became almost impossible to contain. Brent Daniels repeatedly drove the Giants forward, and once Brisbane began losing territory, possession and composure in quick succession, the match accelerated away from them.



The most alarming aspect was not simply the volume of scoring, but the complete absence of any meaningful response.



The Giants hurt Brisbane from turnover, from stoppage and in transition. Every attempted adjustment felt temporary at best. By the middle of the quarter, Brisbane had lost any meaningful control.



Chris Fagan offered no softened interpretation afterwards.



“They played an unbelievable third quarter,” he said.



“When you look at the scores, we lost the first quarter by six, we evened the second quarter, and we won the last quarter. But we lost this third quarter by 83 points. We got smashed everywhere — at the contest and ball movement. We couldn't stop it; they just controlled the game.”



It was an unusually stark assessment, but not an inaccurate one.



The More Concerning Part Is That This Keeps Happening



If this had arrived in isolation, Brisbane might simply absorb the embarrassment and move on.



Fagan made clear that is not how he sees it.



The Lions have now been badly exposed after half-time for three consecutive weeks, first against Carlton, then Geelong, and now in far more dramatic fashion against the Giants.



“Unfortunately, and to be truthful, our third quarters have been a problem for us for the last three weeks,” Fagan said.



“We had a good lead against Carlton a few weeks ago and squandered a fair bit of that in the third quarter. Geelong got us in the third quarter last week, and it happened again today. We need to have a talk with the group and work out what's happening there.”



That is where the real significance of this result lies.



Every contender has a poor afternoon. Repeated collapses in the same phase of matches suggest something more structural — whether physical, tactical or mental — and Brisbane currently looks vulnerable in exactly the areas that successful September sides are normally built on.



A Better Final Quarter, But Little Comfort



To their credit, the Lions did not completely abandon the afternoon.



Logan Morris ended a lengthy goal drought in the final quarter, Rayner continued to compete, and Brisbane at least showed enough resistance to avoid the sort of total surrender that would have made the result even uglier.



Fagan acknowledged that response, though only in relative terms.



“The body language wasn't good,” he said.



“I talked to them about that at three-quarter time and said, ‘Now, the challenge is this last quarter. Can we actually turn it around and get something out of the game for next week?’”



There was some response, but not enough to materially change the reading of the afternoon.



Stringer and Greene each finished with five goals, Clayton Oliver controlled the midfield with 37 disposals and 11 clearances, while Finn Callaghan still managed to influence the game despite close attention from Josh Dunkley.



For Brisbane, Neale battled hard, while Rayner and Kai Lohmann each kicked three.



The Timing Could Hardly Be Worse



The Lions now have a meeting with ladder leaders Fremantle.



That would be a daunting assignment under any circumstances. Carrying a recurring issue that has now been exposed three weeks in succession makes it considerably more uncomfortable.



Because what Brisbane produced in that third quarter looked less like a bad patch and more like a side losing its grip on the things it normally does best.



Final ScoreGWS GIANTS 26.10 (166) def Brisbane Lions 13.10 (88)



Published 25-May-2026
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[QRL’s Roger Whyte Takes Out Prestigious Queensland Volunteering Award]]></title>
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Nearly 50,000 Queensland volunteers were recognised at the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards as National Volunteer Week gets underway, with the rugby league community counted among the thousands of Queenslanders honoured for keeping the state's clubs, codes and communities running.



Read: Petition Calls on Parliament to Secure the Future of Coorparoo Bowls Club



The awards, which have been recognising Queensland volunteers since 2016, celebrated 8 recipients, 21 finalists and 275 nominations representing 49,722 volunteers across six award categories. The ceremony coincides with National Volunteer Week 2026, running 18 to 24 May under the theme Your Year to Volunteer, and with 2026 being the United Nations International Year of Volunteers.



 The QRL runs its own Community Volunteer Awards, presented by Westpac, recognising individuals across seven categories including contribution to officiating, community coaching, the female game, Indigenous communities and youth development, with a dedicated SEQ Region lunch held in Coorparoo each season for finalists and winners.



A game built on people who show up



From the referees in green socks running the sidelines at junior fixtures to the club administrators filing paperwork at midnight, the game's infrastructure at every level below the elite is powered by people donating their time because they love the sport and the communities built around it.



Queensland Rugby League was formally founded in 1908 and club football began in 1909, with Coorparoo itself fielding a team from 1917. More than a century later, the weekly operation of every community rugby league club across Queensland, from Cairns to the Gold Coast, relies on the same volunteer energy that started it all in Brisbane's historic inner suburbs.



Photo Credit: Queensland Rugby League



Volunteering Queensland CEO Jane Hedger said the 2026 nominees reflected the diverse, inspiring and deeply human spirit of volunteering in Queensland. "At a time when cost of living pressures and increasing demand for support are placing strain on Queenslanders, volunteers continue to step up and be the steady hands helping to hold our communities together," she said.



Photo Credit: Volunteering Queensland



With the QRL’s own Roger Whyte taking out the prestigious Queensland Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award at the ceremony, the rugby league community knows exactly what this recognition means.



A milestone year for Queensland volunteering



2026 marks the tenth year of the Queensland Volunteering Awards and the first year of the United Nations International Year of Volunteers, making this a particularly significant moment to honour the people who give their time without recognition as their primary motivation. 



National Volunteer Week 2026's theme of Your Year to Volunteer encourages first-time volunteers, celebrates the dedication of long-time volunteers and recognises that volunteering looks different for everyone.



Volunteers interested in getting involved in community rugby league can visit this link or contact the SEQ region at seq@qrl.com.au. To find volunteering opportunities across Queensland, click here.



Read: Coorparoo Dancers Swap Brisbane Studios for London’s West End in European Tour



Published 18-May-2026




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Nearly 50,000 Queensland volunteers were recognised at the 2026 Queensland Volunteering Awards as National Volunteer Week gets underway, with the rugby league community counted among the thousands of Queenslanders honoured for keeping the state's clubs, codes and communities running.



Read: Petition Calls on Parliament to Secure the Future of Coorparoo Bowls Club



The awards, which have been recognising Queensland volunteers since 2016, celebrated 8 recipients, 21 finalists and 275 nominations representing 49,722 volunteers across six award categories. The ceremony coincides with National Volunteer Week 2026, running 18 to 24 May under the theme Your Year to Volunteer, and with 2026 being the United Nations International Year of Volunteers.



 The QRL runs its own Community Volunteer Awards, presented by Westpac, recognising individuals across seven categories including contribution to officiating, community coaching, the female game, Indigenous communities and youth development, with a dedicated SEQ Region lunch held in Coorparoo each season for finalists and winners.



A game built on people who show up



From the referees in green socks running the sidelines at junior fixtures to the club administrators filing paperwork at midnight, the game's infrastructure at every level below the elite is powered by people donating their time because they love the sport and the communities built around it.



Queensland Rugby League was formally founded in 1908 and club football began in 1909, with Coorparoo itself fielding a team from 1917. More than a century later, the weekly operation of every community rugby league club across Queensland, from Cairns to the Gold Coast, relies on the same volunteer energy that started it all in Brisbane's historic inner suburbs.



Photo Credit: Queensland Rugby League



Volunteering Queensland CEO Jane Hedger said the 2026 nominees reflected the diverse, inspiring and deeply human spirit of volunteering in Queensland. "At a time when cost of living pressures and increasing demand for support are placing strain on Queenslanders, volunteers continue to step up and be the steady hands helping to hold our communities together," she said.



Photo Credit: Volunteering Queensland



With the QRL’s own Roger Whyte taking out the prestigious Queensland Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award at the ceremony, the rugby league community knows exactly what this recognition means.



A milestone year for Queensland volunteering



2026 marks the tenth year of the Queensland Volunteering Awards and the first year of the United Nations International Year of Volunteers, making this a particularly significant moment to honour the people who give their time without recognition as their primary motivation. 



National Volunteer Week 2026's theme of Your Year to Volunteer encourages first-time volunteers, celebrates the dedication of long-time volunteers and recognises that volunteering looks different for everyone.



Volunteers interested in getting involved in community rugby league can visit this link or contact the SEQ region at seq@qrl.com.au. To find volunteering opportunities across Queensland, click here.



Read: Coorparoo Dancers Swap Brisbane Studios for London’s West End in European Tour



Published 18-May-2026




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Years after school finishes, most parents probably won’t remember the wording on a report card, or exactly when their son finally got on top of algebra.



What tends to stay with them is something less neatly measurable.



How he handled setbacks. Whether he learned to take responsibility. Whether he became someone who could manage pressure, navigate relationships and find his footing in a world that rarely offers much hand-holding.



That is not to diminish academics. Strong results matter, and for many families they matter enormously.



But even the most academically focused parents would probably agree that marks alone are not the whole story.



Schools have spent decades refining how they teach, assess and track academic performance. Increasingly, though, there has been a broader conversation about what keeps teenage boys engaged in the first place, particularly as they move through the unpredictability of adolescence, with all the pressures, shifting friendships and questions of identity that come with it.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Much of the research points in the same direction as what many parents and teachers have observed for years. Boys tend to engage more when they feel connected to the adults around them, to their peers and to the wider life of the school. Similar thinking appears in youth development research overseas, where the emphasis has long been on balancing support with challenge rather than treating them as competing ideas.



None of this will sound especially surprising to anyone who has spent time around teenage boys.



This is where broad educational ideas either become meaningful or remain little more than good intentions.



For some schools, the challenge is finding ways to move those conversations beyond wellbeing frameworks and educational theory, and into everyday experiences boys can actually feel, test and remember.



At Villanova College in Coorparoo, for example, that can mean opportunities that begin well before the first bell.



Thursday Mornings That Look Different



Some Thursday mornings start considerably earlier than most teenagers would voluntarily choose.



Serving breakfast every Thursday morning at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Emmanuel City Mission, students help prepare and serve breakfast for people doing it tough. It is part of the regular rhythm rather than a one-off exercise in community goodwill, and that distinction matters.



Teenagers tend to be quick judges of authenticity. A staged service day may satisfy a requirement, but a recurring commitment that asks them to show up early, work consistently and engage with people whose lives look very different from their own tends to land differently.



Job well done at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Villanova College, that approach sits comfortably within the school’s Augustinian tradition, which places strong emphasis on relationships, service and shared growth. Strip away the formal educational language and the underlying idea is straightforward enough: schooling is not simply about transferring knowledge, but about shaping character along the way.



The late Fr Michael Morahan, the College’s last Augustinian Rector, once described the teacher as a “companion in the search” rather than simply a dispenser of knowledge.



Kristina Moffett, the Director of Pedagogy, points out that boys’ learning is often strongest when teachers and students are “allies, working together toward growth and mastery.”



Boys often respond differently when the adults around them are not simply authority figures, but people they trust and respect.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



That instinct is backed by decades of educational research. Australian academic John Hattie’s work has consistently pointed to teachers as the single most significant in-school influence on student learning, while research focused specifically on boys has repeatedly highlighted the role relationships play in keeping them engaged.



None of that means theory alone is enough.



The real test is what those ideas look like when they move beyond educational language and into everyday school life.



Learning That Sticks



Some lessons are far easier to understand when they are experienced rather than explained.



A recent experience involving Sporting Wheelies gave students the chance to participate in wheelchair sport, offering a practical introduction to accessibility, inclusion and perspective that would be difficult to replicate through classroom discussion alone.



Learning about inclusion and diversity with the Sporting Wheelies. Photo Credit: Villanova College



It is one thing to talk about those concepts in abstract terms. It is another to encounter them in a way that feels immediate and tangible.



That same shift can be seen in how schools increasingly think about wellbeing.



Rather than treating emotional wellbeing as something separate from academic life, there has been a growing recognition that connection, belonging and emotional regulation play a direct role in learning readiness. 



Research from the Australian Education Research Organisation reflects that shift, while schools like Villanova College now use tools such as the ACER Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey to better understand how students are travelling beyond academic results.



Useful as that data may be, it only captures part of the picture.



What often tells you more is how young people respond when they are asked to navigate discomfort, unfamiliar situations or genuine responsibility.



Sometimes It Looks Like Volleyball



Not every meaningful part of school life arrives looking particularly serious.



A student-versus-teacher volleyball match is, at face value, exactly what you would expect: loud, competitive and only marginally controlled.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



But school culture is often built in those less formal moments.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



One of the more consistent findings in boys’ education is that belonging matters, particularly during adolescence, when boys can be less inclined to openly seek support or admit vulnerability.



A strong body of international research points in the same direction. Boys’ education researchers Michael Reichert and Richard Hawley have stated that boys are more likely to succeed when learning happens in environments where relationships matter, and where teachers are seen less as distant authority figures and more as trusted allies in the process of growth.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



Feeling known by adults at school, rather than simply managed by them, can make a meaningful difference.



That connection does not always develop in pastoral care meetings or formal mentoring structures.



Sometimes it grows in ordinary interactions that simply make school feel more human.





  
  

  

    
      From Villanova to the NRL: Cameron Bukowski
    

    
      
    

    
      Earlier this year, Brisbane Broncos forward Cameron Bukowski made his NRL debut in a tense one-point win over the Wests Tigers.
      
      For the Coorparoo community, there was a familiar connection. Bukowski is a Villanova Old Boy and former First XV and First XIII captain.
      
      No school creates a professional athlete.
      
      That path takes talent, relentless work, coaching, resilience and opportunity.
      
      But when educators talk about discipline, composure under pressure, consistency and leadership, this is the kind of real-world translation they mean.
      
      Not because every student is headed for elite sport.
      
      Because the qualities that matter there are often the same ones that matter everywhere else.
    

  




Schools and researchers may use different language for these ideas, but the themes are remarkably consistent.



Young people tend to do better when they feel cared for, when adults expect something of them, when support is available, and when they are given opportunities to contribute rather than simply be managed.



That balance between care and challenge is a recurring theme in contemporary educational research and underpins much of the educational approach in schools like Villanova.



Moffett notes that young people tend to grow most when high expectations are matched by strong support within relationship-based learning environments.



That thinking sits behind a range of contemporary educational frameworks, including the Search Institute’s work on developmental relationships, which identifies strong relationships as a key driver of student growth.



Much of what that looks like in practice is already familiar: being known, being stretched, being supported, and being exposed to experiences that broaden perspective.



The Bigger Measure



This is not an argument against academic ambition.



Parents are entirely right to expect strong teaching, serious academic preparation and clear pathways into university, careers and an increasingly competitive world.



But those expectations do not cancel out the others.



If anything, they sit alongside them.



Years later, when parents reflect on what school really gave their sons, the conversation tends to stretch beyond exam results.



Confidence comes up. So does judgement. Resilience. Maturity. Relationships.



The qualities that, quietly and often without much fanfare, shape how young men move through the world once school is behind them.



Published 18-May-2026



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Years after school finishes, most parents probably won’t remember the wording on a report card, or exactly when their son finally got on top of algebra.



What tends to stay with them is something less neatly measurable.



How he handled setbacks. Whether he learned to take responsibility. Whether he became someone who could manage pressure, navigate relationships and find his footing in a world that rarely offers much hand-holding.



That is not to diminish academics. Strong results matter, and for many families they matter enormously.



But even the most academically focused parents would probably agree that marks alone are not the whole story.



Schools have spent decades refining how they teach, assess and track academic performance. Increasingly, though, there has been a broader conversation about what keeps teenage boys engaged in the first place, particularly as they move through the unpredictability of adolescence, with all the pressures, shifting friendships and questions of identity that come with it.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Much of the research points in the same direction as what many parents and teachers have observed for years. Boys tend to engage more when they feel connected to the adults around them, to their peers and to the wider life of the school. Similar thinking appears in youth development research overseas, where the emphasis has long been on balancing support with challenge rather than treating them as competing ideas.



None of this will sound especially surprising to anyone who has spent time around teenage boys.



This is where broad educational ideas either become meaningful or remain little more than good intentions.



For some schools, the challenge is finding ways to move those conversations beyond wellbeing frameworks and educational theory, and into everyday experiences boys can actually feel, test and remember.



At Villanova College in Coorparoo, for example, that can mean opportunities that begin well before the first bell.



Thursday Mornings That Look Different



Some Thursday mornings start considerably earlier than most teenagers would voluntarily choose.



Serving breakfast every Thursday morning at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Emmanuel City Mission, students help prepare and serve breakfast for people doing it tough. It is part of the regular rhythm rather than a one-off exercise in community goodwill, and that distinction matters.



Teenagers tend to be quick judges of authenticity. A staged service day may satisfy a requirement, but a recurring commitment that asks them to show up early, work consistently and engage with people whose lives look very different from their own tends to land differently.



Job well done at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Villanova College, that approach sits comfortably within the school’s Augustinian tradition, which places strong emphasis on relationships, service and shared growth. Strip away the formal educational language and the underlying idea is straightforward enough: schooling is not simply about transferring knowledge, but about shaping character along the way.



The late Fr Michael Morahan, the College’s last Augustinian Rector, once described the teacher as a “companion in the search” rather than simply a dispenser of knowledge.



Kristina Moffett, the Director of Pedagogy, points out that boys’ learning is often strongest when teachers and students are “allies, working together toward growth and mastery.”



Boys often respond differently when the adults around them are not simply authority figures, but people they trust and respect.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



That instinct is backed by decades of educational research. Australian academic John Hattie’s work has consistently pointed to teachers as the single most significant in-school influence on student learning, while research focused specifically on boys has repeatedly highlighted the role relationships play in keeping them engaged.



None of that means theory alone is enough.



The real test is what those ideas look like when they move beyond educational language and into everyday school life.



Learning That Sticks



Some lessons are far easier to understand when they are experienced rather than explained.



A recent experience involving Sporting Wheelies gave students the chance to participate in wheelchair sport, offering a practical introduction to accessibility, inclusion and perspective that would be difficult to replicate through classroom discussion alone.



Learning about inclusion and diversity with the Sporting Wheelies. Photo Credit: Villanova College



It is one thing to talk about those concepts in abstract terms. It is another to encounter them in a way that feels immediate and tangible.



That same shift can be seen in how schools increasingly think about wellbeing.



Rather than treating emotional wellbeing as something separate from academic life, there has been a growing recognition that connection, belonging and emotional regulation play a direct role in learning readiness. 



Research from the Australian Education Research Organisation reflects that shift, while schools like Villanova College now use tools such as the ACER Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey to better understand how students are travelling beyond academic results.



Useful as that data may be, it only captures part of the picture.



What often tells you more is how young people respond when they are asked to navigate discomfort, unfamiliar situations or genuine responsibility.



Sometimes It Looks Like Volleyball



Not every meaningful part of school life arrives looking particularly serious.



A student-versus-teacher volleyball match is, at face value, exactly what you would expect: loud, competitive and only marginally controlled.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



But school culture is often built in those less formal moments.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



One of the more consistent findings in boys’ education is that belonging matters, particularly during adolescence, when boys can be less inclined to openly seek support or admit vulnerability.



A strong body of international research points in the same direction. Boys’ education researchers Michael Reichert and Richard Hawley have stated that boys are more likely to succeed when learning happens in environments where relationships matter, and where teachers are seen less as distant authority figures and more as trusted allies in the process of growth.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



Feeling known by adults at school, rather than simply managed by them, can make a meaningful difference.



That connection does not always develop in pastoral care meetings or formal mentoring structures.



Sometimes it grows in ordinary interactions that simply make school feel more human.





  
  

  

    
      From Villanova to the NRL: Cameron Bukowski
    

    
      
    

    
      Earlier this year, Brisbane Broncos forward Cameron Bukowski made his NRL debut in a tense one-point win over the Wests Tigers.
      
      For the Coorparoo community, there was a familiar connection. Bukowski is a Villanova Old Boy and former First XV and First XIII captain.
      
      No school creates a professional athlete.
      
      That path takes talent, relentless work, coaching, resilience and opportunity.
      
      But when educators talk about discipline, composure under pressure, consistency and leadership, this is the kind of real-world translation they mean.
      
      Not because every student is headed for elite sport.
      
      Because the qualities that matter there are often the same ones that matter everywhere else.
    

  




Schools and researchers may use different language for these ideas, but the themes are remarkably consistent.



Young people tend to do better when they feel cared for, when adults expect something of them, when support is available, and when they are given opportunities to contribute rather than simply be managed.



That balance between care and challenge is a recurring theme in contemporary educational research and underpins much of the educational approach in schools like Villanova.



Moffett notes that young people tend to grow most when high expectations are matched by strong support within relationship-based learning environments.



That thinking sits behind a range of contemporary educational frameworks, including the Search Institute’s work on developmental relationships, which identifies strong relationships as a key driver of student growth.



Much of what that looks like in practice is already familiar: being known, being stretched, being supported, and being exposed to experiences that broaden perspective.



The Bigger Measure



This is not an argument against academic ambition.



Parents are entirely right to expect strong teaching, serious academic preparation and clear pathways into university, careers and an increasingly competitive world.



But those expectations do not cancel out the others.



If anything, they sit alongside them.



Years later, when parents reflect on what school really gave their sons, the conversation tends to stretch beyond exam results.



Confidence comes up. So does judgement. Resilience. Maturity. Relationships.



The qualities that, quietly and often without much fanfare, shape how young men move through the world once school is behind them.



Published 18-May-2026



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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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For a group of young dancers from Coorparoo, the daily trip to class recently looked very different. Instead of rushing into Brisbane studios with dance bags over their shoulders, students from Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy were weaving through crowded London Underground stations on their way to classes inside some of Europe’s most recognised dance institutions.



Read: Shop, Savour, Win: Why More Brisbane Locals Are Rediscovering Stones Corner



The academy has just returned from its fifth overseas dance education tour last April, taking students through London and Paris for a packed schedule of professional workshops, backstage experiences and performances linked to the global dance industry.



From Coorparoo to Covent Garden



In London, students trained at Pineapple Dance Studios, a space known internationally for its connection to commercial dance and West End theatre. The classes moved across ballet, contemporary and theatre jazz, with choreography linked to productions including Hamilton, Six, Wicked and Hairspray.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



For many students, it was their first chance to step into the fast-paced environment of London’s professional dance scene, one where performers move straight from rehearsals to theatre stages across the city.



The group also visited the Royal Academy of Dance, where students joined a ballet class led by former Royal Ballet principal and current Artistic Director Alexander Campbell. During the visit, they also met Royal Academy of Dance CEO Elizabeth Honer.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



Inside the Royal Opera House, students watched company rehearsals unfold from behind the scenes, toured backstage areas usually hidden from audiences and met Australian ballet performer Steven McRae, whose career with The Royal Ballet has made him one of Australia’s best-known dancers overseas.



Students also spent time with Brisbane-born Royal Ballet soloist Amelia Townsend while in London, adding another Queensland connection to the tour.



Away from rehearsals and workshops, the group embraced the city’s theatre culture with West End performances of Wicked and The Phantom of the Opera. They also toured Theatre Royal Drury Lane and visited landmarks including Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



Paris Brings Ballet History to Life



The second half of the tour took students to Paris aboard the Eurostar, where ballet history and performance culture became part of the everyday experience.



Students met Brisbane dancer Bianca Scudamore, now a soloist with the Paris Opera Ballet, during the Paris visit. For young dancers still early in their training, meeting Australians working in major international companies added another layer to the experience.



The itinerary also included visits to some of Paris’ best-known landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe and Sacré-Cœur. Stops at the Palais Garnier shop and French dancewear company Repetto kept dance at the centre of the trip, even during sightseeing.



One evening took the students to the Moulin Rouge, where they later participated in a French Can-Can workshop inspired by the city’s cabaret history.



The tour finished with a Disney Performing Arts experience at Disneyland Paris, including backstage access and parade choreography workshops tied to Disney entertainment productions.



More Than Just Dance Classes



Ms Bennett-Woodger stated through academy material that the tours are designed to expose students to professional training environments while helping them build independence and confidence outside the classroom.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



The trip was as much about navigating unfamiliar cities and cultures as it was about dance technique. Between train rides, theatre visits and studio classes, the experience gave Coorparoo families a glimpse into the level of discipline and commitment required inside the international performing arts industry.



Read: The Gabba On The Way Out As Brisbane Eyes Major Inner-City Overhaul



The overseas education trips now form part of the academy’s broader training program, connecting Brisbane students with teachers, performers and institutions they have often followed from afar.





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For a group of young dancers from Coorparoo, the daily trip to class recently looked very different. Instead of rushing into Brisbane studios with dance bags over their shoulders, students from Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy were weaving through crowded London Underground stations on their way to classes inside some of Europe’s most recognised dance institutions.



Read: Shop, Savour, Win: Why More Brisbane Locals Are Rediscovering Stones Corner



The academy has just returned from its fifth overseas dance education tour last April, taking students through London and Paris for a packed schedule of professional workshops, backstage experiences and performances linked to the global dance industry.



From Coorparoo to Covent Garden



In London, students trained at Pineapple Dance Studios, a space known internationally for its connection to commercial dance and West End theatre. The classes moved across ballet, contemporary and theatre jazz, with choreography linked to productions including Hamilton, Six, Wicked and Hairspray.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



For many students, it was their first chance to step into the fast-paced environment of London’s professional dance scene, one where performers move straight from rehearsals to theatre stages across the city.



The group also visited the Royal Academy of Dance, where students joined a ballet class led by former Royal Ballet principal and current Artistic Director Alexander Campbell. During the visit, they also met Royal Academy of Dance CEO Elizabeth Honer.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



Inside the Royal Opera House, students watched company rehearsals unfold from behind the scenes, toured backstage areas usually hidden from audiences and met Australian ballet performer Steven McRae, whose career with The Royal Ballet has made him one of Australia’s best-known dancers overseas.



Students also spent time with Brisbane-born Royal Ballet soloist Amelia Townsend while in London, adding another Queensland connection to the tour.



Away from rehearsals and workshops, the group embraced the city’s theatre culture with West End performances of Wicked and The Phantom of the Opera. They also toured Theatre Royal Drury Lane and visited landmarks including Westminster Abbey and the Tower of London.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



Paris Brings Ballet History to Life



The second half of the tour took students to Paris aboard the Eurostar, where ballet history and performance culture became part of the everyday experience.



Students met Brisbane dancer Bianca Scudamore, now a soloist with the Paris Opera Ballet, during the Paris visit. For young dancers still early in their training, meeting Australians working in major international companies added another layer to the experience.



The itinerary also included visits to some of Paris’ best-known landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe and Sacré-Cœur. Stops at the Palais Garnier shop and French dancewear company Repetto kept dance at the centre of the trip, even during sightseeing.



One evening took the students to the Moulin Rouge, where they later participated in a French Can-Can workshop inspired by the city’s cabaret history.



The tour finished with a Disney Performing Arts experience at Disneyland Paris, including backstage access and parade choreography workshops tied to Disney entertainment productions.



More Than Just Dance Classes



Ms Bennett-Woodger stated through academy material that the tours are designed to expose students to professional training environments while helping them build independence and confidence outside the classroom.



Photo Credit: Kimberley Woodger Dance Academy/Facebook



The trip was as much about navigating unfamiliar cities and cultures as it was about dance technique. Between train rides, theatre visits and studio classes, the experience gave Coorparoo families a glimpse into the level of discipline and commitment required inside the international performing arts industry.



Read: The Gabba On The Way Out As Brisbane Eyes Major Inner-City Overhaul



The overseas education trips now form part of the academy’s broader training program, connecting Brisbane students with teachers, performers and institutions they have often followed from afar.





Published 18-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[One Step Closer: Headfort Street Park Moves Nearer To Reality]]></title>
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A planned community park on Headfort Street in Greenslopes is inching closer to reality, with a key construction milestone just reached on the neighbouring Brisbane Legacy House project.







Read: Legacy House for Veterans Takes Shape in Greenslopes







Brisbane has been planning the new park as part of a broader redevelopment of the site, which sits within the Greenslopes Hospital Precinct. The project is linked to the construction of Brisbane Legacy House, a $9.2 million multi-disciplinary care centre for veterans and their families, which is being built on part of the same land. Brisbane has confirmed park works will begin once Legacy House construction is complete.



Photo credit: BMD Group



That moment is now drawing nearer. Builder JMac, part of the BMD Group, recently held a topping-out ceremony for Legacy House, a traditional milestone in the construction industry. According to BMD Group, the project is expected to be finished later this year, which brings the park one step closer to breaking ground.



A site with deep roots



The Headfort Street site carries a long history tied to the area's military past. The former Red Cross Centre at the corner of Headfort and Newdegate Streets was built around 1945 as a recreation centre for service personnel recovering at what was then the 112th Australian General Hospital, funded by money raised through the Australian Red Cross Café in Brisbane.&nbsp;



The Department of Veterans' Affairs later sought approval to remediate the contaminated site and sell it to Brisbane for the purpose of constructing a public park and Legacy House. The site sat largely abandoned for years before that process got underway, with the prospect of a community park there as far back as 2020.



Photo credit: BCC



Brisbane's plans for the park include both new community amenities and nods to the site's heritage. Proposed features include shade trees and structures, seating and picnic areas, pedestrian pathways, and open green spaces for informal recreation. The plans also call for the inclusion of heritage features, specifically the site's original gates and facade.



Community input and next steps



Community input was sought during the project's planning phase. Council ran engagement on proposed park features in November and December 2023, with a final concept plan released in mid-2025.







Read: New Community Park Planned at Former Red Cross Site in Greenslopes







The park falls within the Coorparoo Ward and is classified as a planned Council project. Residents wanting to stay across progress or provide feedback can contact Council on 07 3403 8888 or email the project team at parks@brisbane.qld.gov.au.&nbsp;



Published 20-May-2026
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A planned community park on Headfort Street in Greenslopes is inching closer to reality, with a key construction milestone just reached on the neighbouring Brisbane Legacy House project.







Read: Legacy House for Veterans Takes Shape in Greenslopes







Brisbane has been planning the new park as part of a broader redevelopment of the site, which sits within the Greenslopes Hospital Precinct. The project is linked to the construction of Brisbane Legacy House, a $9.2 million multi-disciplinary care centre for veterans and their families, which is being built on part of the same land. Brisbane has confirmed park works will begin once Legacy House construction is complete.



Photo credit: BMD Group



That moment is now drawing nearer. Builder JMac, part of the BMD Group, recently held a topping-out ceremony for Legacy House, a traditional milestone in the construction industry. According to BMD Group, the project is expected to be finished later this year, which brings the park one step closer to breaking ground.



A site with deep roots



The Headfort Street site carries a long history tied to the area's military past. The former Red Cross Centre at the corner of Headfort and Newdegate Streets was built around 1945 as a recreation centre for service personnel recovering at what was then the 112th Australian General Hospital, funded by money raised through the Australian Red Cross Café in Brisbane.&nbsp;



The Department of Veterans' Affairs later sought approval to remediate the contaminated site and sell it to Brisbane for the purpose of constructing a public park and Legacy House. The site sat largely abandoned for years before that process got underway, with the prospect of a community park there as far back as 2020.



Photo credit: BCC



Brisbane's plans for the park include both new community amenities and nods to the site's heritage. Proposed features include shade trees and structures, seating and picnic areas, pedestrian pathways, and open green spaces for informal recreation. The plans also call for the inclusion of heritage features, specifically the site's original gates and facade.



Community input and next steps



Community input was sought during the project's planning phase. Council ran engagement on proposed park features in November and December 2023, with a final concept plan released in mid-2025.







Read: New Community Park Planned at Former Red Cross Site in Greenslopes







The park falls within the Coorparoo Ward and is classified as a planned Council project. Residents wanting to stay across progress or provide feedback can contact Council on 07 3403 8888 or email the project team at parks@brisbane.qld.gov.au.&nbsp;



Published 20-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[Meet Dougal and Buddy: The Therapy Dogs Making a Difference at Greenslopes Private Hospital]]></title>
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Therapy dogs Dougal and Buddy have become familiar faces at Greenslopes Private Hospital, where a dedicated dog therapy program originally established for veterans has recently expanded to include all patients and staff.







Read: Greenslopes Private Hospital Celebrates 500th Life-Changing Heart Procedure







The pair recently appeared on national TV to highlight the work they do with veterans, particularly in the lead-up to ANZAC Day, a period that can bring a mix of emotions for those who have served.



Queensland's Only Veteran-Focused Dog Therapy Program



Photo credit: Greenslopes Private Hospital



Dougal and Buddy are the core of PAWS, or Puppies Assisting Wounded Soldiers, founded by war veteran Tony Wilson. Having served in Iraq and Afghanistan, Tony established the program in 2025 after seeing a fellow veteran deeply affected by their service experience. He has spoken about being motivated by that experience and wanting to find a way to make a meaningful difference.



PAWS is currently Queensland's only dog therapy program specifically designed to support veterans, run with the help of dedicated volunteers. Tony has described the program as offering something small but powerful, with the simple act of pats and cuddles serving as a reminder to veterans that they are not alone.



The program's positive impact was quickly recognised by hospital leadership. CEO Justin Greenwell confirmed that its success led to a hospital-wide expansion, announced in April 2026, with Dougal and Buddy now visiting all patients and staff.&nbsp;







Read: Greenslopes Private Hospital Pioneers Lymphoedema Surgery in Queensland







Mr Greenwell has noted that the dogs help provide moments of distraction, reduce stress, and contribute to a more positive environment for everyone at the hospital. Tony has also said that seeing the impact Dougal and Buddy have had on the veteran community has been deeply rewarding, and that he is pleased the program can now benefit a wider group of people.



A Hospital With Deep Military Roots



Photo credit: Greenslopes Private Hospital



Greenslopes Private Hospital has a longstanding connection to Australia's military community. It opened in 1942 as a military facility during World War II and later served as a repatriation hospital. Now operated by Ramsay Health Care, the hospital continues to provide dedicated care for Australian veterans and their widows. The hospital has noted that the PAWS program reflects its ongoing commitment to veteran care.



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Therapy dogs Dougal and Buddy have become familiar faces at Greenslopes Private Hospital, where a dedicated dog therapy program originally established for veterans has recently expanded to include all patients and staff.







Read: Greenslopes Private Hospital Celebrates 500th Life-Changing Heart Procedure







The pair recently appeared on national TV to highlight the work they do with veterans, particularly in the lead-up to ANZAC Day, a period that can bring a mix of emotions for those who have served.



Queensland's Only Veteran-Focused Dog Therapy Program



Photo credit: Greenslopes Private Hospital



Dougal and Buddy are the core of PAWS, or Puppies Assisting Wounded Soldiers, founded by war veteran Tony Wilson. Having served in Iraq and Afghanistan, Tony established the program in 2025 after seeing a fellow veteran deeply affected by their service experience. He has spoken about being motivated by that experience and wanting to find a way to make a meaningful difference.



PAWS is currently Queensland's only dog therapy program specifically designed to support veterans, run with the help of dedicated volunteers. Tony has described the program as offering something small but powerful, with the simple act of pats and cuddles serving as a reminder to veterans that they are not alone.



The program's positive impact was quickly recognised by hospital leadership. CEO Justin Greenwell confirmed that its success led to a hospital-wide expansion, announced in April 2026, with Dougal and Buddy now visiting all patients and staff.&nbsp;







Read: Greenslopes Private Hospital Pioneers Lymphoedema Surgery in Queensland







Mr Greenwell has noted that the dogs help provide moments of distraction, reduce stress, and contribute to a more positive environment for everyone at the hospital. Tony has also said that seeing the impact Dougal and Buddy have had on the veteran community has been deeply rewarding, and that he is pleased the program can now benefit a wider group of people.



A Hospital With Deep Military Roots



Photo credit: Greenslopes Private Hospital



Greenslopes Private Hospital has a longstanding connection to Australia's military community. It opened in 1942 as a military facility during World War II and later served as a repatriation hospital. Now operated by Ramsay Health Care, the hospital continues to provide dedicated care for Australian veterans and their widows. The hospital has noted that the PAWS program reflects its ongoing commitment to veteran care.



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A quick coffee run in Stones Corner rarely stays a quick coffee run.



You stop for breakfast, wander past a vintage rack, duck into a bookstore, grab lunch, run into someone you know, and somehow the afternoon disappears. That ability to keep people lingering has long been part of the precinct’s appeal — and this month, locals are being rewarded for doing exactly that.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Shop, Savour, Win



Throughout the month of May, shoppers who spend $20 or more at participating Stones Corner precinct businesses can enter the Shop Savour Win campaign, a month-long promotion designed to encourage visitors to explore more of the precinct’s evolving high street.



Ten $100 EFTPOS gift cards are up for grabs across the campaign, with bonus entries available for those who visit multiple participating businesses.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Photo Credit: Supplied




UPLOAD RECEIPTS HERE




or use this QR code to upload receipts







In a precinct built around wandering, discovering and staying a little longer than planned, the Shop Savour Win campaign may be one of the easiest competitions in Brisbane to enter.



Pro Tip: You get additional entries for visiting multiple businesses—so go ahead, explore the whole strip.



Read: Meet Dougal and Buddy: The Therapy Dogs Making a Difference at Greenslopes Private Hospital



A Precinct Back in the Spotlight



'Shop Savour Win at Stones Corner' is an initiative under Brisbane City Council's Growing Precincts Together program and forms part of broader efforts to increase foot traffic and support local traders within the Stones Corner Suburban Renewal Precinct, which stretches along Logan Road between Gladys Street and Cornwall Street.



While the area has always had a loyal local following, recent upgrades and renewed interest in the precinct have helped cement its reputation as one of Brisbane’s most distinctive inner-south shopping and dining destinations.



The revival has been especially noticeable around the upgraded Hanlon Park/Bur’uda corridor and the Logan Road high street, where a growing mix of hospitality venues, independent retailers and wellness operators has brought fresh energy back into the neighbourhood.



That renewed momentum was on full display during the recent Stones Corner Festival, which drew strong crowds and highlighted the precinct’s growing appeal as both a local destination and a broader lifestyle hub for Brisbane’s southside.



People are rediscovering that "old-school high street" magic. It’s a mix of independent spirit and eclectic character that big-box shopping malls just can't replicate.



More Than Just a Shopping Strip



Unlike larger shopping centres built around speed and convenience, Stones Corner still trades heavily on character. The strip remains intentionally eclectic — part suburban village, part dining precinct, part vintage treasure hunt.



Visitors can move from specialty cafés and multicultural dining venues through to boutique retail, bookstores, craft beer spots, salons, fitness studios and independent service providers, all within a relatively compact and walkable section of Logan Road.



Artist's perspective of the Stones Corner precinct. Photo Credit: Archipelago



The area’s accessibility also continues to work in its favour. Positioned just over four kilometres from the CBD and connected by both the busway and nearby rail links, Stones Corner occupies a rare middle ground — close to the city while still retaining the feel of a genuine neighbourhood high street.



The Businesses Driving the Precinct



Google Maps



Food has become one of the precinct’s biggest attractions, with Sri Lankan, Italian, Indian, Malaysian, Japanese and Latin American venues sitting alongside long-running pubs, modern cafés and craft beer bars.



Popular names along the strip include Walkway to Ceylon, Sasso Italiano, Mirchh Masala, Clove n’ Honey, Stone Throw Espresso, Mourning Roast and the historic Stones Corner Hotel.



Retail also remains a major part of the precinct’s identity. Alongside anchor businesses such as ALDI and Healthyworld Pharmacy, the area is home to independent bookstores, vintage retailers, boutique fashion stores, artisan florists, beauty operators and specialty lifestyle businesses.



The precinct also supports a growing mix of wellness and professional services, ranging from fitness studios and float therapy operators through to salons, medical clinics and employment services.



One of the best-known examples of Stones Corner’s independent spirit is Books@Stones, the long-running bookstore that has become a local institution along the strip.



Photo Credit: Supplied



The precinct’s blend of long-standing operators and newer arrivals has helped create the kind of street environment where people are encouraged to slow down, browse, and spend time exploring.



Built Around Discovery



The Shop Savour Win campaign is ultimately built around that sense of discovery.



Rather than focusing on a single shopping centre or major retailer, the promotion encourages visitors to move through the broader precinct — grabbing coffee, browsing boutiques, staying for dinner, and exploring businesses they may not have noticed before.



For many locals, that authenticity remains the drawcard.



The precinct’s roots stretch back to the late 1800s, when James Stone operated a ginger beer business near the corner of Logan and Old Cleveland Roads. Elements of that history still remain visible today, from heritage shopfronts through to the wartime air raid shelter near the library.



Published 12-May-2026



Read: Legacy House in Greenslopes Reaches Key Construction Milestone



Brisbane Suburbs Online News is a proud supporter of Brisbane City Council's Growing Precincts Together program. This is a paid advertorial.




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A quick coffee run in Stones Corner rarely stays a quick coffee run.



You stop for breakfast, wander past a vintage rack, duck into a bookstore, grab lunch, run into someone you know, and somehow the afternoon disappears. That ability to keep people lingering has long been part of the precinct’s appeal — and this month, locals are being rewarded for doing exactly that.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Shop, Savour, Win



Throughout the month of May, shoppers who spend $20 or more at participating Stones Corner precinct businesses can enter the Shop Savour Win campaign, a month-long promotion designed to encourage visitors to explore more of the precinct’s evolving high street.



Ten $100 EFTPOS gift cards are up for grabs across the campaign, with bonus entries available for those who visit multiple participating businesses.



Photo Credit: Supplied



Photo Credit: Supplied




UPLOAD RECEIPTS HERE




or use this QR code to upload receipts







In a precinct built around wandering, discovering and staying a little longer than planned, the Shop Savour Win campaign may be one of the easiest competitions in Brisbane to enter.



Pro Tip: You get additional entries for visiting multiple businesses—so go ahead, explore the whole strip.



Read: Meet Dougal and Buddy: The Therapy Dogs Making a Difference at Greenslopes Private Hospital



A Precinct Back in the Spotlight



'Shop Savour Win at Stones Corner' is an initiative under Brisbane City Council's Growing Precincts Together program and forms part of broader efforts to increase foot traffic and support local traders within the Stones Corner Suburban Renewal Precinct, which stretches along Logan Road between Gladys Street and Cornwall Street.



While the area has always had a loyal local following, recent upgrades and renewed interest in the precinct have helped cement its reputation as one of Brisbane’s most distinctive inner-south shopping and dining destinations.



The revival has been especially noticeable around the upgraded Hanlon Park/Bur’uda corridor and the Logan Road high street, where a growing mix of hospitality venues, independent retailers and wellness operators has brought fresh energy back into the neighbourhood.



That renewed momentum was on full display during the recent Stones Corner Festival, which drew strong crowds and highlighted the precinct’s growing appeal as both a local destination and a broader lifestyle hub for Brisbane’s southside.



People are rediscovering that "old-school high street" magic. It’s a mix of independent spirit and eclectic character that big-box shopping malls just can't replicate.



More Than Just a Shopping Strip



Unlike larger shopping centres built around speed and convenience, Stones Corner still trades heavily on character. The strip remains intentionally eclectic — part suburban village, part dining precinct, part vintage treasure hunt.



Visitors can move from specialty cafés and multicultural dining venues through to boutique retail, bookstores, craft beer spots, salons, fitness studios and independent service providers, all within a relatively compact and walkable section of Logan Road.



Artist's perspective of the Stones Corner precinct. Photo Credit: Archipelago



The area’s accessibility also continues to work in its favour. Positioned just over four kilometres from the CBD and connected by both the busway and nearby rail links, Stones Corner occupies a rare middle ground — close to the city while still retaining the feel of a genuine neighbourhood high street.



The Businesses Driving the Precinct



Google Maps



Food has become one of the precinct’s biggest attractions, with Sri Lankan, Italian, Indian, Malaysian, Japanese and Latin American venues sitting alongside long-running pubs, modern cafés and craft beer bars.



Popular names along the strip include Walkway to Ceylon, Sasso Italiano, Mirchh Masala, Clove n’ Honey, Stone Throw Espresso, Mourning Roast and the historic Stones Corner Hotel.



Retail also remains a major part of the precinct’s identity. Alongside anchor businesses such as ALDI and Healthyworld Pharmacy, the area is home to independent bookstores, vintage retailers, boutique fashion stores, artisan florists, beauty operators and specialty lifestyle businesses.



The precinct also supports a growing mix of wellness and professional services, ranging from fitness studios and float therapy operators through to salons, medical clinics and employment services.



One of the best-known examples of Stones Corner’s independent spirit is Books@Stones, the long-running bookstore that has become a local institution along the strip.



Photo Credit: Supplied



The precinct’s blend of long-standing operators and newer arrivals has helped create the kind of street environment where people are encouraged to slow down, browse, and spend time exploring.



Built Around Discovery



The Shop Savour Win campaign is ultimately built around that sense of discovery.



Rather than focusing on a single shopping centre or major retailer, the promotion encourages visitors to move through the broader precinct — grabbing coffee, browsing boutiques, staying for dinner, and exploring businesses they may not have noticed before.



For many locals, that authenticity remains the drawcard.



The precinct’s roots stretch back to the late 1800s, when James Stone operated a ginger beer business near the corner of Logan and Old Cleveland Roads. Elements of that history still remain visible today, from heritage shopfronts through to the wartime air raid shelter near the library.



Published 12-May-2026



Read: Legacy House in Greenslopes Reaches Key Construction Milestone



Brisbane Suburbs Online News is a proud supporter of Brisbane City Council's Growing Precincts Together program. This is a paid advertorial.




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 8-10 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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<title><![CDATA[Stones Corner Faces Skyline Change With Plans for 320 Apartments Across Twin Towers]]></title>
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A stretch of low-rise buildings on Cleveland Street in Stones Corner could soon give way to two 20-storey towers, as developers push ahead with plans for a large residential project in the suburb — a proposal set to bring 320 apartments, hundreds of new residents and a noticeable addition to the area’s inner-south skyline.



Read: Legacy House in Greenslopes Reaches Key Construction Milestone



Plans lodged in April 2026 by Cleveland Projects Pty Ltd outline a two-stage mixed-use development across 71 to 85 Cleveland Street, directly opposite the Stones Corner district centre. The application (DA A007006920), prepared by Urban Strategies, includes two residential towers above a shared podium, ground-floor retail space, rooftop communal areas and four basement levels for parking and servicing.



The project site currently contains a mix of older apartment blocks, detached houses and a former dwelling converted into office space. Under the proposal, those buildings would be removed to make way for a larger residential development in a part of Brisbane identified in planning documents as a higher-density housing area near transport and employment areas.



One of the existing buildings on the sitePhoto Credit: DA 007006920



Towers Planned Opposite Stones Corner Centre



Planning documents show the towers would rise above an elevated podium facing Cleveland Street, with two commercial tenancies designed to activate the street frontage. The proposal includes 127 one-bedroom apartments, 65 two-bedroom units, 120 three-bedroom apartments and eight four-bedroom dwellings.



Photo Credit: DA 007006920



Architectural plans prepared by Ellivo Architects show the development split into two construction stages. The southern tower would be built first alongside part of the basement and podium structure, followed by the northern tower in a later stage.



The site is in the High Density Residential zone, identified as “up to 15 storeys”, but the applicant’s planning report says the Eastern Corridor Neighbourhood Plan supports a 20-storey outcome for a site of this size and frontage.



Cleveland Street Site Sits Near Rail, Busway and Hospital Jobs



The site sits between the Stones Corner commercial strip and Hanlon Park, within walking distance of Buranda train station, the South East Busway and the Princess Alexandra Hospital precinct.



Photo Credit: DA 007006920



Planning material submitted to Brisbane City Council argues the location is suited to higher-density housing because of its access to jobs, public transport and nearby services. The documents describe the area as part of an ongoing transition across Stones Corner, Buranda and Woolloongabba as more housing is directed towards established transport corridors.



Transport consultants from Colliers Engineering &amp; Design noted the project would place hundreds of new residents within reach of major bus and rail connections, including services along Logan Road, Cornwall Street and the nearby busway network.



Hundreds of Car Parks Included in Proposal



The plans include 547 vehicle spaces spread across basement, ground and mezzanine levels. That figure includes resident parking, visitor bays and commercial spaces.



The proposal also includes 205 bicycle spaces, with pedestrian access planned from Cleveland Street and new pathways linking residents to the surrounding footpath network.



Traffic modelling submitted with the application found nearby intersections at Logan Road, Cornwall Street and Cleveland Street were operating within acceptable limits during peak periods, though the report acknowledged increased traffic volumes would move through the surrounding road network once both towers are complete.



The transport report prepared for Gardner Vaughan Group said the development would generate additional daily vehicle movements but remained supportable under Brisbane City Council transport standards.



Construction Planned in Two Stages



Construction staging plans show the southern half of the development would be built first, including major excavation works for the lower basement levels, with the northern tower marked for a later stage.



Basement plans show large areas allocated for resident storage, loading zones, waste collection and electric vehicle infrastructure. Service vehicle access would be taken from Cleveland Street through dedicated entry points designed for loading trucks and refuse vehicles.



Application drawings also show communal areas, rooftop terrace levels and planting spread throughout the site.



Stones Corner Continues Shift Towards Higher Density Housing



The proposal adds to planning documents’ picture of Stones Corner as an area moving toward higher-density housing near transport and employment centres across Brisbane’s inner south.



The application places the project within broader growth occurring around Stones Corner, Buranda and Woolloongabba, where larger residential developments are increasingly being proposed near major public transport links.



If approved, the Cleveland Street project would add a 20-storey residential development to the immediate Stones Corner area.



Read: Logan Road Tower Could Reach 20 Storeys Under Revised Stones Corner Development Plans



Published 8-May-2026
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A stretch of low-rise buildings on Cleveland Street in Stones Corner could soon give way to two 20-storey towers, as developers push ahead with plans for a large residential project in the suburb — a proposal set to bring 320 apartments, hundreds of new residents and a noticeable addition to the area’s inner-south skyline.



Read: Legacy House in Greenslopes Reaches Key Construction Milestone



Plans lodged in April 2026 by Cleveland Projects Pty Ltd outline a two-stage mixed-use development across 71 to 85 Cleveland Street, directly opposite the Stones Corner district centre. The application (DA A007006920), prepared by Urban Strategies, includes two residential towers above a shared podium, ground-floor retail space, rooftop communal areas and four basement levels for parking and servicing.



The project site currently contains a mix of older apartment blocks, detached houses and a former dwelling converted into office space. Under the proposal, those buildings would be removed to make way for a larger residential development in a part of Brisbane identified in planning documents as a higher-density housing area near transport and employment areas.



One of the existing buildings on the sitePhoto Credit: DA 007006920



Towers Planned Opposite Stones Corner Centre



Planning documents show the towers would rise above an elevated podium facing Cleveland Street, with two commercial tenancies designed to activate the street frontage. The proposal includes 127 one-bedroom apartments, 65 two-bedroom units, 120 three-bedroom apartments and eight four-bedroom dwellings.



Photo Credit: DA 007006920



Architectural plans prepared by Ellivo Architects show the development split into two construction stages. The southern tower would be built first alongside part of the basement and podium structure, followed by the northern tower in a later stage.



The site is in the High Density Residential zone, identified as “up to 15 storeys”, but the applicant’s planning report says the Eastern Corridor Neighbourhood Plan supports a 20-storey outcome for a site of this size and frontage.



Cleveland Street Site Sits Near Rail, Busway and Hospital Jobs



The site sits between the Stones Corner commercial strip and Hanlon Park, within walking distance of Buranda train station, the South East Busway and the Princess Alexandra Hospital precinct.



Photo Credit: DA 007006920



Planning material submitted to Brisbane City Council argues the location is suited to higher-density housing because of its access to jobs, public transport and nearby services. The documents describe the area as part of an ongoing transition across Stones Corner, Buranda and Woolloongabba as more housing is directed towards established transport corridors.



Transport consultants from Colliers Engineering &amp; Design noted the project would place hundreds of new residents within reach of major bus and rail connections, including services along Logan Road, Cornwall Street and the nearby busway network.



Hundreds of Car Parks Included in Proposal



The plans include 547 vehicle spaces spread across basement, ground and mezzanine levels. That figure includes resident parking, visitor bays and commercial spaces.



The proposal also includes 205 bicycle spaces, with pedestrian access planned from Cleveland Street and new pathways linking residents to the surrounding footpath network.



Traffic modelling submitted with the application found nearby intersections at Logan Road, Cornwall Street and Cleveland Street were operating within acceptable limits during peak periods, though the report acknowledged increased traffic volumes would move through the surrounding road network once both towers are complete.



The transport report prepared for Gardner Vaughan Group said the development would generate additional daily vehicle movements but remained supportable under Brisbane City Council transport standards.



Construction Planned in Two Stages



Construction staging plans show the southern half of the development would be built first, including major excavation works for the lower basement levels, with the northern tower marked for a later stage.



Basement plans show large areas allocated for resident storage, loading zones, waste collection and electric vehicle infrastructure. Service vehicle access would be taken from Cleveland Street through dedicated entry points designed for loading trucks and refuse vehicles.



Application drawings also show communal areas, rooftop terrace levels and planting spread throughout the site.



Stones Corner Continues Shift Towards Higher Density Housing



The proposal adds to planning documents’ picture of Stones Corner as an area moving toward higher-density housing near transport and employment centres across Brisbane’s inner south.



The application places the project within broader growth occurring around Stones Corner, Buranda and Woolloongabba, where larger residential developments are increasingly being proposed near major public transport links.



If approved, the Cleveland Street project would add a 20-storey residential development to the immediate Stones Corner area.



Read: Logan Road Tower Could Reach 20 Storeys Under Revised Stones Corner Development Plans



Published 8-May-2026
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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Revisit the Little Hawthorne Rituals Locals Know by Heart Through Love Local Hawthorne]]></title>
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Whether you live in Hawthorne or just find yourself there often, the coming weeks are the perfect excuse to revisit the neighbourhood rituals that make local life feel effortless.



There is a particular kind of luxury in living near a precinct that quietly makes life easier.



Not the flashy kind, but the sort that reveals itself in smaller, more useful ways. A morning coffee that doesn’t require a detour, lunch that can be arranged on a whim, a beauty appointment squeezed into an otherwise impossible week, dinner solved on the way home, and perhaps even the beginnings of a holiday plan, all without needing to venture far.



That, in many ways, is Hawthorne’s quiet appeal.



It is also the thinking behind Love Local Hawthorne, a Brisbane City Council-supported initiative designed to celebrate the businesses that shape everyday life in the suburb's shopping precinct; and to encourage locals, along with those who regularly find themselves here, to reconnect with the neighbourhood over the coming weeks.



Because while campaigns come and go, the strongest neighbourhoods are rarely built on promotions alone. They are built on habit, familiarity, convenience, and the places that gradually become part of how life is lived.







A little extra reason to stay local



For the next few weeks, Hawthorne’s familiar rituals will come with added incentives, thanks to Love Local Hawthorne.



From coffee and casual lunches to wellness appointments, practical errands and future holiday plans, participating businesses are offering local perks up to June 7.



For those who frequent the suburb's neighbourhood shops, here's a glimpse of how a typical Hawthorne week could go these days.



Monday: Mornings Made Better



Once the chaos of Monday morning school drop-off has been navigated, a quick glance at one's inbox and calendar makes it easy to decide that coffee is not optional. A trip to The Paper Cup would be a great start to the day.



The appeal of The Paper Cup is not simply the caffeine, although that certainly helps. It is the familiarity of a genuinely local café, the kind where a quick stop can stretch into a few extra minutes because there is no urgent reason to rush off elsewhere.



For some, this is the pre-work ritual. For others, the quiet pause between one obligation and the next. Either way, every neighbourhood has a place like this.




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        The Paper Cup Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a 5% DISCOUNT on any coffee purchase, available on weekdays only. Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Tuesday: The Text That Turns Into Lunch



Tuesday often begins with better intentions than it ends with.



Somewhere between errands and emails, a message appears.



Are you nearby? Quick lunch?



In some suburbs, spontaneity requires planning. Hawthorne has the advantage of making an easy yes genuinely easy.



Izakaya Haiiro is exactly the sort of place that suits that kind of lunch. Relaxed enough to feel unforced, polished enough that it still feels like an occasion, even if the occasion is simply escaping the day for an hour.




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        Izakaya Haiiro
      
    


  A Japanese robatayaki restaurant and bar.
  Enjoy FREE DRINKS OR DISCOUNTS for lunch, available before 5pm. 
Available until 7 June.


    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Wednesday: The Case for Dessert



By midweek, most people can make a fairly convincing argument for a treat.



To get past the hump, naturally.



Whether that means an after-school gelato run, dessert after dinner, or simply surrendering to the logic that a Wednesday afternoon improves considerably with something sweet, Sweet Tooth exists for exactly these moments.



The best neighbourhood rituals are rarely grand. They are often built around small indulgences that somehow become expected.




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        Sweet Tooth Gelato & Dessert Bar
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE 500ml house-made flavoured milk with any dessert purchase.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Thursday: Life Admin, But Better



There are days when practicality reasserts itself.



Your next pair of trendy sunnies. Much-needed help for the glasses that have been sitting crooked for weeks. The vague promise to finally replace tired frames. The errand that would feel disproportionately annoying if it required a dedicated trip elsewhere.



This is where good neighbourhoods quietly prove their worth.



At East Vision Optometry, the practical becomes less of a production. You pop in to pick up those sunnies you've had your eye on or sort out your prescription or have fun with the latest coloured contacts and stylish eyewear, to add zing to your look.



That, frankly, is how having fun while shopping usually goes.




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        East Vision Optometry
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE glasses maintenance service and a FREE cleaning kit for selected purchases. Available until 7 June.
      
        Please note replacement parts or lenses will incur an extra cost.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Friday: Dinner, Decided



By Friday evening, ambition tends to be in short supply.



No one particularly wants to cook. No one wants a complicated discussion about options either.



This is where dependable local favourites earn their place.



Fish Boy is the kind of solution people return to because it removes friction from the end of a long week. Dinner appears without much deliberation, which is often exactly the point.



And because Friday evening tends to improve with something worth pouring into a glass, Liquor Legends naturally becomes part of the same equation.



A bottle for dinner. Something chilled for the weekend. Perhaps both.



The point is not extravagance. It is convenience with slightly better taste.




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        Fish Boy Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a free serve of calamari when you spend $25 or more.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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        Liquor Legends
      
    

    
      Spend $30 or more on any wine* in store and receive a 10% discount.
      Available until 7 June.

        *Purchased wine must not already be in special or not already discounted.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Saturday: The Weekend Reset



Saturday tends to split people into camps.



There are those who begin the day with movement and those who sincerely admire them from a comfortable distance.



Studio Pilates caters beautifully to the first group, and perhaps aspirationally to the second.



A reformer class before brunch creates the impression of remarkable self-discipline, regardless of what follows.




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        Studio Pilates Hawthorne
      
    

    
     Receive a FREE Orientation Workout upon purchase of an Intro Offer for new clients, plus 10% off 10-Class Passes.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





For others, restoration takes a different form.



A remedial massage that has been postponed for too long. The beauty appointment that keeps slipping down the list. The sort of practical self-maintenance that becomes far easier to justify when it is close, familiar and easy to fold into the day.



Adore Beauty and Wellness and Hawthorne Skin &amp; Beauty both fit neatly into that version of weekend life.




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        Adore Beauty and Wellness
      
    

    
      Your choice of a FREE lash tint or brow wax with a Keratin Lash Lift, 
or get 15 minutes of additional time for remedial massage bookings.
      Available until 30 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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        Hawthorne Skin & Beauty
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE eyebrow wax ($58 value!) with any $69 Skin Consultation.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Sunday: Slow Coffee, Open Calendars



By Sunday, life slows just enough for bigger conversations.



The coffee lingers. Diaries come out. Someone inevitably asks whether this is finally the year to book that holiday everyone has been vaguely discussing for months.



Travel Associates may not feature in the same way a local café does, but it belongs in the same broader ecosystem of neighbourhood convenience, where even larger plans can begin close to home.



A tropical escape, Europe, somewhere with better weather, or simply the pleasure of imagining it for a while.




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        Travel Associates Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE bottle of French Champagne for any international holiday booked and deposited during the campaign.
      Available until 7 June.
      
        Booking must include airfares and at least one land component.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Love Local Hawthorne may be the reason to revisit these businesses over the coming weeks, but the real appeal of a place like Hawthorne's shopping precinct has very little to do with promotions.



It is the ease of knowing good coffee is close; dinner can be solved without fuss; and life’s smaller errands would likely not require a half-day commitment.



The best neighbourhoods are the ones that quietly make ordinary life feel better.



Published 20-May-2026



Love Local Hawthorne is a Proud Promotional Partner of Brisbane Suburbs Online News. This is an advertorial. 




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Whether you live in Hawthorne or just find yourself there often, the coming weeks are the perfect excuse to revisit the neighbourhood rituals that make local life feel effortless.



There is a particular kind of luxury in living near a precinct that quietly makes life easier.



Not the flashy kind, but the sort that reveals itself in smaller, more useful ways. A morning coffee that doesn’t require a detour, lunch that can be arranged on a whim, a beauty appointment squeezed into an otherwise impossible week, dinner solved on the way home, and perhaps even the beginnings of a holiday plan, all without needing to venture far.



That, in many ways, is Hawthorne’s quiet appeal.



It is also the thinking behind Love Local Hawthorne, a Brisbane City Council-supported initiative designed to celebrate the businesses that shape everyday life in the suburb's shopping precinct; and to encourage locals, along with those who regularly find themselves here, to reconnect with the neighbourhood over the coming weeks.



Because while campaigns come and go, the strongest neighbourhoods are rarely built on promotions alone. They are built on habit, familiarity, convenience, and the places that gradually become part of how life is lived.







A little extra reason to stay local



For the next few weeks, Hawthorne’s familiar rituals will come with added incentives, thanks to Love Local Hawthorne.



From coffee and casual lunches to wellness appointments, practical errands and future holiday plans, participating businesses are offering local perks up to June 7.



For those who frequent the suburb's neighbourhood shops, here's a glimpse of how a typical Hawthorne week could go these days.



Monday: Mornings Made Better



Once the chaos of Monday morning school drop-off has been navigated, a quick glance at one's inbox and calendar makes it easy to decide that coffee is not optional. A trip to The Paper Cup would be a great start to the day.



The appeal of The Paper Cup is not simply the caffeine, although that certainly helps. It is the familiarity of a genuinely local café, the kind where a quick stop can stretch into a few extra minutes because there is no urgent reason to rush off elsewhere.



For some, this is the pre-work ritual. For others, the quiet pause between one obligation and the next. Either way, every neighbourhood has a place like this.




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        The Paper Cup Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a 5% DISCOUNT on any coffee purchase, available on weekdays only. Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Tuesday: The Text That Turns Into Lunch



Tuesday often begins with better intentions than it ends with.



Somewhere between errands and emails, a message appears.



Are you nearby? Quick lunch?



In some suburbs, spontaneity requires planning. Hawthorne has the advantage of making an easy yes genuinely easy.



Izakaya Haiiro is exactly the sort of place that suits that kind of lunch. Relaxed enough to feel unforced, polished enough that it still feels like an occasion, even if the occasion is simply escaping the day for an hour.




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        Izakaya Haiiro
      
    


  A Japanese robatayaki restaurant and bar.
  Enjoy FREE DRINKS OR DISCOUNTS for lunch, available before 5pm. 
Available until 7 June.


    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Wednesday: The Case for Dessert



By midweek, most people can make a fairly convincing argument for a treat.



To get past the hump, naturally.



Whether that means an after-school gelato run, dessert after dinner, or simply surrendering to the logic that a Wednesday afternoon improves considerably with something sweet, Sweet Tooth exists for exactly these moments.



The best neighbourhood rituals are rarely grand. They are often built around small indulgences that somehow become expected.




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        Sweet Tooth Gelato & Dessert Bar
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE 500ml house-made flavoured milk with any dessert purchase.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Thursday: Life Admin, But Better



There are days when practicality reasserts itself.



Your next pair of trendy sunnies. Much-needed help for the glasses that have been sitting crooked for weeks. The vague promise to finally replace tired frames. The errand that would feel disproportionately annoying if it required a dedicated trip elsewhere.



This is where good neighbourhoods quietly prove their worth.



At East Vision Optometry, the practical becomes less of a production. You pop in to pick up those sunnies you've had your eye on or sort out your prescription or have fun with the latest coloured contacts and stylish eyewear, to add zing to your look.



That, frankly, is how having fun while shopping usually goes.




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        East Vision Optometry
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE glasses maintenance service and a FREE cleaning kit for selected purchases. Available until 7 June.
      
        Please note replacement parts or lenses will incur an extra cost.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Friday: Dinner, Decided



By Friday evening, ambition tends to be in short supply.



No one particularly wants to cook. No one wants a complicated discussion about options either.



This is where dependable local favourites earn their place.



Fish Boy is the kind of solution people return to because it removes friction from the end of a long week. Dinner appears without much deliberation, which is often exactly the point.



And because Friday evening tends to improve with something worth pouring into a glass, Liquor Legends naturally becomes part of the same equation.



A bottle for dinner. Something chilled for the weekend. Perhaps both.



The point is not extravagance. It is convenience with slightly better taste.




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        Fish Boy Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a free serve of calamari when you spend $25 or more.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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Saturday: The Weekend Reset



Saturday tends to split people into camps.



There are those who begin the day with movement and those who sincerely admire them from a comfortable distance.



Studio Pilates caters beautifully to the first group, and perhaps aspirationally to the second.



A reformer class before brunch creates the impression of remarkable self-discipline, regardless of what follows.




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        Studio Pilates Hawthorne
      
    

    
     Receive a FREE Orientation Workout upon purchase of an Intro Offer for new clients, plus 10% off 10-Class Passes.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
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For others, restoration takes a different form.



A remedial massage that has been postponed for too long. The beauty appointment that keeps slipping down the list. The sort of practical self-maintenance that becomes far easier to justify when it is close, familiar and easy to fold into the day.



Adore Beauty and Wellness and Hawthorne Skin &amp; Beauty both fit neatly into that version of weekend life.




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        Adore Beauty and Wellness
      
    

    
      Your choice of a FREE lash tint or brow wax with a Keratin Lash Lift, 
or get 15 minutes of additional time for remedial massage bookings.
      Available until 30 June.
    

    
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      Available until 7 June.
    

    
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Sunday: Slow Coffee, Open Calendars



By Sunday, life slows just enough for bigger conversations.



The coffee lingers. Diaries come out. Someone inevitably asks whether this is finally the year to book that holiday everyone has been vaguely discussing for months.



Travel Associates may not feature in the same way a local café does, but it belongs in the same broader ecosystem of neighbourhood convenience, where even larger plans can begin close to home.



A tropical escape, Europe, somewhere with better weather, or simply the pleasure of imagining it for a while.




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        Travel Associates Hawthorne
      
    

    
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      Available until 7 June.
      
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Love Local Hawthorne may be the reason to revisit these businesses over the coming weeks, but the real appeal of a place like Hawthorne's shopping precinct has very little to do with promotions.



It is the ease of knowing good coffee is close; dinner can be solved without fuss; and life’s smaller errands would likely not require a half-day commitment.



The best neighbourhoods are the ones that quietly make ordinary life feel better.



Published 20-May-2026



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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[Revised 206-Unit Retirement Development Advances in Balmoral]]></title>
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Plans for a large retirement village at the corner of Lytton Road and Andrew Street are being adjusted to pack in more units. The developer has submitted new architectural drawings to address local feedback, promising that the increase to 206 apartments won't cause extra overshadowing or traffic problems for nearby residents.



Read: Hawthorne Childcare Proposal Moves to Court After 534 Objections



The site is located at 57 Andrew Street and 91 Lytton Road. While Council had already approved a retirement village for this spot, the developer now wants to change the plans of  DA A006935123 to increase the number of units from 177 to 206.



More Details on Design



In late April, the developer moved into the "Further Issues Response" stage. This means they had to give Council more specific information about the height of the buildings and how far back they sit from the street.



Key points from the new documents include:




Building Height: Most buildings will stay roughly the same height, with the biggest increase being only 0.8 metres. One building on Lytton Road will actually be slightly lower than first planned.



Distance from Neighbours: Some gaps between the buildings and the street have changed. For example, on Andrew Street, the gap will drop from 10.6 metres to 7.9 metres.



Shadows: The developer claims these changes won't cause any extra shadows for the people living next door.




Photo Credit: DA A006935123 



What’s Inside the New Proposal?



The project will feature four main buildings (called Buildings A, B, C, and D) built around shared gardens. Because the land is on a slope, the design uses the landscape to connect the different areas.



Facilities for residents will include:




A cinema and library.



A swimming pool and rooftop terrace.



Lounges, dining areas, and games rooms.




The 206 apartments will be a mix of two-bedroom and three-bedroom units. The developer plans to build the project in three stages to manage the construction.



Traffic and Parking



Getting in and out of the village will mostly stay the same as the original plan. Cars will enter from Lytton Road and Bolan Street. On Lytton Road, drivers will only be allowed to turn left in and left out to keep traffic moving safely.



The basement will have 442 parking spaces, which covers residents, visitors, and staff. The developer says the new layout makes it easier for cars to move around inside the site.



Photo Credit: DA A006935123 



Awaiting Decision&nbsp;



Council has not made a final decision yet. Locals have previously raised concerns about the size and scale of the buildings, extra traffic on local roads, and the "look and feel" of the suburb changing.



The developer argues that the new design keeps enough trees and space between the new buildings and existing homes to keep everyone happy. As Brisbane’s population gets older, projects like this are becoming more common in the inner-east suburbs.



Read: From Balmoral to the Stars: How One Exchange Student Reached Orbit



Published 14-May-2026
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Plans for a large retirement village at the corner of Lytton Road and Andrew Street are being adjusted to pack in more units. The developer has submitted new architectural drawings to address local feedback, promising that the increase to 206 apartments won't cause extra overshadowing or traffic problems for nearby residents.



Read: Hawthorne Childcare Proposal Moves to Court After 534 Objections



The site is located at 57 Andrew Street and 91 Lytton Road. While Council had already approved a retirement village for this spot, the developer now wants to change the plans of  DA A006935123 to increase the number of units from 177 to 206.



More Details on Design



In late April, the developer moved into the "Further Issues Response" stage. This means they had to give Council more specific information about the height of the buildings and how far back they sit from the street.



Key points from the new documents include:




Building Height: Most buildings will stay roughly the same height, with the biggest increase being only 0.8 metres. One building on Lytton Road will actually be slightly lower than first planned.



Distance from Neighbours: Some gaps between the buildings and the street have changed. For example, on Andrew Street, the gap will drop from 10.6 metres to 7.9 metres.



Shadows: The developer claims these changes won't cause any extra shadows for the people living next door.




Photo Credit: DA A006935123 



What’s Inside the New Proposal?



The project will feature four main buildings (called Buildings A, B, C, and D) built around shared gardens. Because the land is on a slope, the design uses the landscape to connect the different areas.



Facilities for residents will include:




A cinema and library.



A swimming pool and rooftop terrace.



Lounges, dining areas, and games rooms.




The 206 apartments will be a mix of two-bedroom and three-bedroom units. The developer plans to build the project in three stages to manage the construction.



Traffic and Parking



Getting in and out of the village will mostly stay the same as the original plan. Cars will enter from Lytton Road and Bolan Street. On Lytton Road, drivers will only be allowed to turn left in and left out to keep traffic moving safely.



The basement will have 442 parking spaces, which covers residents, visitors, and staff. The developer says the new layout makes it easier for cars to move around inside the site.



Photo Credit: DA A006935123 



Awaiting Decision&nbsp;



Council has not made a final decision yet. Locals have previously raised concerns about the size and scale of the buildings, extra traffic on local roads, and the "look and feel" of the suburb changing.



The developer argues that the new design keeps enough trees and space between the new buildings and existing homes to keep everyone happy. As Brisbane’s population gets older, projects like this are becoming more common in the inner-east suburbs.



Read: From Balmoral to the Stars: How One Exchange Student Reached Orbit



Published 14-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Hawthorne Childcare Proposal Moves to Court After 534 Objections]]></title>
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More than 500 objections have not stopped a proposed Hawthorne childcare centre from advancing to Queensland’s Planning and Environment Court.



Read: Childcare Centre Proposed for Wynnum Road Site in Hawthorne



The appeal was lodged after the proposed three-storey childcare development (DA A006840975) for 406-412 Wynnum Road and 9A Riding Road was rejected in March 2026. The application, submitted by ITK Enterprises Pty Ltd, included plans for a centre catering to children aged up to five years old, along with 27 car parks and demolition works on the site.



Council refused the development following concerns about traffic impacts, vehicle access, landscaping, building scale and the effect the centre could have on nearby homes. According to the decision, officers were not satisfied that the surrounding road network could safely handle increased traffic volumes linked to the proposal.



The appeal remains pending as of press time.



Traffic concerns became a major issue during consultation



The proposed childcare site sits at the intersection of Riding Road and Wynnum Road in Hawthorne. Throughout the assessment process, residents raised concerns about congestion, safety and the pressure additional vehicles could place on nearby streets.



A community petition opposing the project gathered 281 signatures. The petition raised concerns about traffic safety, air quality, demolition of character homes and whether the development suited the surrounding area.



During the public notification process, the proposal drew 543 submissions, including 534 objections and nine letters of support.



Developer says the childcare centre matches the area’s planning rules



Court documents filed by ITK Enterprises Pty Ltd argue the childcare centre is an appropriate use for the location and would not create unacceptable impacts for surrounding residents.



The appeal states the development was designed to suit the existing road network and the low-medium density zoning of the area. The company also argued the proposal would provide additional childcare choice and convenience for local families.



The developer further claimed the site is already positioned along heavily trafficked roads and that the project would reflect the level of activity already expected in that part of Hawthorne.



Court filings also point to an earlier Planning and Environment Court approval tied to the same land. In 2023, the site received approval for a separate three-storey residential development that included demolition of a pre-1947 dwelling.



The current appeal argues the childcare proposal would produce impacts similar to, or in some cases less than, the previously approved residential project.



Photo Credit: DA/A006840975



Site previously approved for residential development



The site has already been the subject of earlier planning disputes.



Council records show the land previously received approval for a multi-unit residential development through the Planning and Environment Court. It covered demolition works and plans for several residential units across the Wynnum Road properties.



The childcare proposal kept some similarities to that earlier approval, including the three-storey scale of the building. However, nearby residents opposing the childcare centre argued the nature of the use — particularly daily drop-offs, pick-ups and service vehicle movements — would create a different impact on the neighbourhood compared with residential units.



Read: Hawthorne Childcare Centre Proposal Faces Delayed Decision Amid Local Concerns



Published 14-May-2026




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More than 500 objections have not stopped a proposed Hawthorne childcare centre from advancing to Queensland’s Planning and Environment Court.



Read: Childcare Centre Proposed for Wynnum Road Site in Hawthorne



The appeal was lodged after the proposed three-storey childcare development (DA A006840975) for 406-412 Wynnum Road and 9A Riding Road was rejected in March 2026. The application, submitted by ITK Enterprises Pty Ltd, included plans for a centre catering to children aged up to five years old, along with 27 car parks and demolition works on the site.



Council refused the development following concerns about traffic impacts, vehicle access, landscaping, building scale and the effect the centre could have on nearby homes. According to the decision, officers were not satisfied that the surrounding road network could safely handle increased traffic volumes linked to the proposal.



The appeal remains pending as of press time.



Traffic concerns became a major issue during consultation



The proposed childcare site sits at the intersection of Riding Road and Wynnum Road in Hawthorne. Throughout the assessment process, residents raised concerns about congestion, safety and the pressure additional vehicles could place on nearby streets.



A community petition opposing the project gathered 281 signatures. The petition raised concerns about traffic safety, air quality, demolition of character homes and whether the development suited the surrounding area.



During the public notification process, the proposal drew 543 submissions, including 534 objections and nine letters of support.



Developer says the childcare centre matches the area’s planning rules



Court documents filed by ITK Enterprises Pty Ltd argue the childcare centre is an appropriate use for the location and would not create unacceptable impacts for surrounding residents.



The appeal states the development was designed to suit the existing road network and the low-medium density zoning of the area. The company also argued the proposal would provide additional childcare choice and convenience for local families.



The developer further claimed the site is already positioned along heavily trafficked roads and that the project would reflect the level of activity already expected in that part of Hawthorne.



Court filings also point to an earlier Planning and Environment Court approval tied to the same land. In 2023, the site received approval for a separate three-storey residential development that included demolition of a pre-1947 dwelling.



The current appeal argues the childcare proposal would produce impacts similar to, or in some cases less than, the previously approved residential project.



Photo Credit: DA/A006840975



Site previously approved for residential development



The site has already been the subject of earlier planning disputes.



Council records show the land previously received approval for a multi-unit residential development through the Planning and Environment Court. It covered demolition works and plans for several residential units across the Wynnum Road properties.



The childcare proposal kept some similarities to that earlier approval, including the three-storey scale of the building. However, nearby residents opposing the childcare centre argued the nature of the use — particularly daily drop-offs, pick-ups and service vehicle movements — would create a different impact on the neighbourhood compared with residential units.



Read: Hawthorne Childcare Centre Proposal Faces Delayed Decision Amid Local Concerns



Published 14-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[Major Mental Health Fundraiser to Pass Through Hawthorne]]></title>
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Thousands of footsteps will carry a major Brisbane mental health fundraiser through Hawthorne, with former NRL players and community supporters set to walk 50km across the city during one of rugby league’s biggest weekends of the year.



Read: House Hunting with Dogs at Brisbane’s First Puppy Open Home in Hawthorne



The “M-Brace the Magic” charity walk will move through Hawthorne and neighbouring Bulimba as participants make their way from Hamilton to Suncorp Stadium ahead of Magic Round. The event aims to raise awareness and funding for free mental health services as anxiety, trauma and depression continue to affect millions of Australians.



For Brisbane’s eastern suburbs, the fundraiser is expected to bring a steady stream of walkers through riverside streets as participants tackle one of the city’s most physically demanding community challenges.



The walk will take place on Friday, May 15, beginning at 5:30 a.m. in Hamilton before finishing around 5:30 p.m. at Suncorp Stadium in Milton ahead of the Sharks and Bulldogs clash.



Former rugby league players Ryan Girdler, Tim Smith, Dene Halatau and Todd Carney are expected to join the event alongside sporting personalities, volunteers and supporters. Organisers say the walk is about more than fundraising, with the event designed to encourage open conversations around mental health through community connection and sport.



Hawthorne residents may notice increased activity throughout the day as participants move through the suburb in stages ranging from 10km to 14km between scheduled breaks. The eastern suburbs are known for active community groups, river walks and outdoor lifestyles, making Hawthorne and Bulimba natural inclusions in the city-wide route.



While Magic Round often dominates the sporting conversation in Brisbane during May, organisers hope the walk will shine a spotlight on issues affecting people well beyond football. Mental health advocates have increasingly used sporting events and high-profile athletes to help break down stigma around seeking support, particularly among men and younger Australians.



Participants are expected to stop at the City Botanic Gardens during both morning and afternoon breaks, where event partner Sip Coco will provide hydration and refreshments.



Photo Credit: Supplied



The Brisbane beverage company has partnered with the fundraiser as part of its growing involvement in local sporting and community events.



Organisers say one of the strongest aspects of the event is its accessibility, with walkers of varying fitness levels encouraged to take part while supporting a shared cause. As participants continue westward towards Milton late in the afternoon, organisers hope the support shown along the route will help reinforce the event’s central message — that mental health conversations should happen openly and without judgement.




DONATE




Read: Liquor Legends Hawthorne Carries On the Craft Beer Legacy



Published 11-May-2026




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Thousands of footsteps will carry a major Brisbane mental health fundraiser through Hawthorne, with former NRL players and community supporters set to walk 50km across the city during one of rugby league’s biggest weekends of the year.



Read: House Hunting with Dogs at Brisbane’s First Puppy Open Home in Hawthorne



The “M-Brace the Magic” charity walk will move through Hawthorne and neighbouring Bulimba as participants make their way from Hamilton to Suncorp Stadium ahead of Magic Round. The event aims to raise awareness and funding for free mental health services as anxiety, trauma and depression continue to affect millions of Australians.



For Brisbane’s eastern suburbs, the fundraiser is expected to bring a steady stream of walkers through riverside streets as participants tackle one of the city’s most physically demanding community challenges.



The walk will take place on Friday, May 15, beginning at 5:30 a.m. in Hamilton before finishing around 5:30 p.m. at Suncorp Stadium in Milton ahead of the Sharks and Bulldogs clash.



Former rugby league players Ryan Girdler, Tim Smith, Dene Halatau and Todd Carney are expected to join the event alongside sporting personalities, volunteers and supporters. Organisers say the walk is about more than fundraising, with the event designed to encourage open conversations around mental health through community connection and sport.



Hawthorne residents may notice increased activity throughout the day as participants move through the suburb in stages ranging from 10km to 14km between scheduled breaks. The eastern suburbs are known for active community groups, river walks and outdoor lifestyles, making Hawthorne and Bulimba natural inclusions in the city-wide route.



While Magic Round often dominates the sporting conversation in Brisbane during May, organisers hope the walk will shine a spotlight on issues affecting people well beyond football. Mental health advocates have increasingly used sporting events and high-profile athletes to help break down stigma around seeking support, particularly among men and younger Australians.



Participants are expected to stop at the City Botanic Gardens during both morning and afternoon breaks, where event partner Sip Coco will provide hydration and refreshments.



Photo Credit: Supplied



The Brisbane beverage company has partnered with the fundraiser as part of its growing involvement in local sporting and community events.



Organisers say one of the strongest aspects of the event is its accessibility, with walkers of varying fitness levels encouraged to take part while supporting a shared cause. As participants continue westward towards Milton late in the afternoon, organisers hope the support shown along the route will help reinforce the event’s central message — that mental health conversations should happen openly and without judgement.




DONATE




Read: Liquor Legends Hawthorne Carries On the Craft Beer Legacy



Published 11-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[From Balmoral to the Stars: How One Exchange Student Reached Orbit]]></title>
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Most of us think of high school as a place to survive exams and hang out at lunch, but for&nbsp;Michela Cutigni, it was the actual launchpad for a career in the cosmos. She spent two years at&nbsp;Balmoral State High School (BSHS)&nbsp;as an international exchange student from Italy, and is currently officially living the dream. 



Read: Lourdes Hill College Graduate Wins Prestigious TJ Ryan Memorial Medal And Prize



Michela is now a&nbsp;Space and Astronautical Engineer, specifically diving into the world of space biomedicine.



Breaking the "Space Ceiling"



Michela isn't just building rockets. She’s looking out for the people inside them. Currently crushing an Industrial PhD at the Sapienza University of Rome (in a cool collab with Thales Alenia Space), she recently co-authored a massive paper in&nbsp;Frontiers in Physiology.



Her research is a total game-changer. She’s highlighting how microgravity—that weightless feeling astronauts get—affects female reproductive health. Believe it or not, most space research in the past has focused almost entirely on men. Michela is out here making sure the future of space travel is inclusive for everyone.



Photo credit: Facebook Reel /Balmoral State High School



The Balmoral Edge



So, how did a student from Italy end up leading the charge in space science? Michela credits her time at BSHS, one of Brisbane’s&nbsp;top aviation hubs.



Because the school is tight with big names like&nbsp;Boeing&nbsp;and&nbsp;Aviation Australia, students get access to STEM and Aerospace programs that you usually only see in movies. 



For Michela, that unique focus was exactly what she needed to bridge the gap between being a high schooler in Brisbane and an engineer in Europe.



More Than Just Textbooks



While the "rocket science" part is awesome, the school’s&nbsp;International Student Program&nbsp;is really about the vibes and the support system. Moving across the world at our age is a huge deal, and Balmoral prides itself on making sure international students don’t just "fit in," but actually thrive.



Whether it’s through music, sports, or just having a solid team of teachers to lean on, the program is designed to turn a scary move into a life-changing opportunity.



As the school put it on their site:&nbsp;"At Balmoral, our international students are not just welcomed – they are celebrated."



Michela’s story is a strong reminder that the person sitting next to you in physics might just be the one figuring out how humans will live on Mars. If you're an international student looking for a sign to take the leap—this is it.



Read: Susie O’Neill: Lourdes Hill College Old Girl and Australian Swimming Great 



Published 9-May-2026
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Most of us think of high school as a place to survive exams and hang out at lunch, but for&nbsp;Michela Cutigni, it was the actual launchpad for a career in the cosmos. She spent two years at&nbsp;Balmoral State High School (BSHS)&nbsp;as an international exchange student from Italy, and is currently officially living the dream. 



Read: Lourdes Hill College Graduate Wins Prestigious TJ Ryan Memorial Medal And Prize



Michela is now a&nbsp;Space and Astronautical Engineer, specifically diving into the world of space biomedicine.



Breaking the "Space Ceiling"



Michela isn't just building rockets. She’s looking out for the people inside them. Currently crushing an Industrial PhD at the Sapienza University of Rome (in a cool collab with Thales Alenia Space), she recently co-authored a massive paper in&nbsp;Frontiers in Physiology.



Her research is a total game-changer. She’s highlighting how microgravity—that weightless feeling astronauts get—affects female reproductive health. Believe it or not, most space research in the past has focused almost entirely on men. Michela is out here making sure the future of space travel is inclusive for everyone.



Photo credit: Facebook Reel /Balmoral State High School



The Balmoral Edge



So, how did a student from Italy end up leading the charge in space science? Michela credits her time at BSHS, one of Brisbane’s&nbsp;top aviation hubs.



Because the school is tight with big names like&nbsp;Boeing&nbsp;and&nbsp;Aviation Australia, students get access to STEM and Aerospace programs that you usually only see in movies. 



For Michela, that unique focus was exactly what she needed to bridge the gap between being a high schooler in Brisbane and an engineer in Europe.



More Than Just Textbooks



While the "rocket science" part is awesome, the school’s&nbsp;International Student Program&nbsp;is really about the vibes and the support system. Moving across the world at our age is a huge deal, and Balmoral prides itself on making sure international students don’t just "fit in," but actually thrive.



Whether it’s through music, sports, or just having a solid team of teachers to lean on, the program is designed to turn a scary move into a life-changing opportunity.



As the school put it on their site:&nbsp;"At Balmoral, our international students are not just welcomed – they are celebrated."



Michela’s story is a strong reminder that the person sitting next to you in physics might just be the one figuring out how humans will live on Mars. If you're an international student looking for a sign to take the leap—this is it.



Read: Susie O’Neill: Lourdes Hill College Old Girl and Australian Swimming Great 



Published 9-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 8-10 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Bulimba Creek Study Finds Thousands Of Microplastics Beneath Brisbane’s Eastern Suburbs]]></title>
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Residents walking along Bulimba Creek's path may not realise what is sitting beneath the mud and sediment below the waterline, but a new Queensland University of Technology study has found that the Creek contains an estimated 4100 microplastic particles per kilogram of dry sediment, with researchers linking the build-up to urban runoff, packaging waste, synthetic fibres and ongoing residential activity across Brisbane’s east.



Read: Tingalpa Creek Bridge Bottleneck Moves Closer to Upgrade After Funding Boost



The research was led by PhD researcher Heshani Mudalige from QUT’s School of Chemistry and Physics, alongside Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta, Professor Ashantha Goonetilleke and Professor Godwin Ayoko.&nbsp;



The findings were published in the journal Environmental Pollution.



Creek Sediment Reveals What Washes Through The Suburbs



The researchers sampled six locations along Bulimba Creek over four rounds during 2024, tracking sediment from upstream areas through to estuarine sections connected to the Brisbane River corridor.



The study found that polyethylene and polypropylene were among the most common plastics trapped in creek sediment. These materials are widely used in food packaging, takeaway containers, synthetic fabrics, household products and consumer goods commonly found in urban areas.



Photo Credit: Environmental Pollution



The research team reported that Bulimba Creek’s surrounding mix of residential streets, commercial activity and maintenance works likely contributed to the creek’s microplastic load. Areas with greater urban development showed stronger links to plastic accumulation in sediment compared with more natural catchments.



Rather than floating on the surface, many of the particles settle into creek beds where they can remain trapped for long periods, particularly after rainfall and stormwater flows carry debris into waterways.



Stormwater Runoff Emerging As A Major Source



The study also identified stormwater runoff as one of the main pathways carrying microplastics into Brisbane’s urban creeks.



Researchers noted that particles from roads, homes, parks, sports grounds and commercial precincts are washed into waterways during rain events before becoming embedded in sediment downstream.



Bulimba Creek recorded its highest microplastic levels during November sampling, differing from nearby creek systems, which peaked earlier in the year. The variation suggests local land use, rainfall patterns and creek flow all shape how plastics move through suburban waterways.



The study also examined Kedron Brook and Enoggera Creek. Kedron Brook recorded the highest overall microplastic abundance, while Enoggera Creek recorded the lowest levels, partly due to flow regulation from Enoggera Dam.



Photo Credit:  Environmental Pollution



Urban Growth Linked To Higher Sediment Contamination



The research found stronger associations between microplastic pollution and urban land use than with bushland or natural creek areas.



Industrial, commercial and residential zones all showed links to higher concentrations of certain plastics, particularly polypropylene and polyester fibres commonly associated with packaging, textiles and consumer waste. The researchers also found that creek shape and gradient influence where plastics settle. Flatter, slower-flowing sections were more likely to retain sediment and trap particles over time.



Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta from QUT’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering stated in the university release that heavily urbanised creek catchments in southeast Queensland contribute microplastics into Moreton Bay through stormwater systems.&nbsp;



The findings add another layer to ongoing discussions around stormwater management, creek restoration and the environmental impact of growing urban development across Brisbane’s eastern corridor.



Read: Carindale’s Shopping Centre Precinct Could Look Very Different by 2032: Here’s What’s Proposed



Published 22-May-2026
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Residents walking along Bulimba Creek's path may not realise what is sitting beneath the mud and sediment below the waterline, but a new Queensland University of Technology study has found that the Creek contains an estimated 4100 microplastic particles per kilogram of dry sediment, with researchers linking the build-up to urban runoff, packaging waste, synthetic fibres and ongoing residential activity across Brisbane’s east.



Read: Tingalpa Creek Bridge Bottleneck Moves Closer to Upgrade After Funding Boost



The research was led by PhD researcher Heshani Mudalige from QUT’s School of Chemistry and Physics, alongside Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta, Professor Ashantha Goonetilleke and Professor Godwin Ayoko.&nbsp;



The findings were published in the journal Environmental Pollution.



Creek Sediment Reveals What Washes Through The Suburbs



The researchers sampled six locations along Bulimba Creek over four rounds during 2024, tracking sediment from upstream areas through to estuarine sections connected to the Brisbane River corridor.



The study found that polyethylene and polypropylene were among the most common plastics trapped in creek sediment. These materials are widely used in food packaging, takeaway containers, synthetic fabrics, household products and consumer goods commonly found in urban areas.



Photo Credit: Environmental Pollution



The research team reported that Bulimba Creek’s surrounding mix of residential streets, commercial activity and maintenance works likely contributed to the creek’s microplastic load. Areas with greater urban development showed stronger links to plastic accumulation in sediment compared with more natural catchments.



Rather than floating on the surface, many of the particles settle into creek beds where they can remain trapped for long periods, particularly after rainfall and stormwater flows carry debris into waterways.



Stormwater Runoff Emerging As A Major Source



The study also identified stormwater runoff as one of the main pathways carrying microplastics into Brisbane’s urban creeks.



Researchers noted that particles from roads, homes, parks, sports grounds and commercial precincts are washed into waterways during rain events before becoming embedded in sediment downstream.



Bulimba Creek recorded its highest microplastic levels during November sampling, differing from nearby creek systems, which peaked earlier in the year. The variation suggests local land use, rainfall patterns and creek flow all shape how plastics move through suburban waterways.



The study also examined Kedron Brook and Enoggera Creek. Kedron Brook recorded the highest overall microplastic abundance, while Enoggera Creek recorded the lowest levels, partly due to flow regulation from Enoggera Dam.



Photo Credit:  Environmental Pollution



Urban Growth Linked To Higher Sediment Contamination



The research found stronger associations between microplastic pollution and urban land use than with bushland or natural creek areas.



Industrial, commercial and residential zones all showed links to higher concentrations of certain plastics, particularly polypropylene and polyester fibres commonly associated with packaging, textiles and consumer waste. The researchers also found that creek shape and gradient influence where plastics settle. Flatter, slower-flowing sections were more likely to retain sediment and trap particles over time.



Associate Professor Prasanna Egodawatta from QUT’s School of Civil and Environmental Engineering stated in the university release that heavily urbanised creek catchments in southeast Queensland contribute microplastics into Moreton Bay through stormwater systems.&nbsp;



The findings add another layer to ongoing discussions around stormwater management, creek restoration and the environmental impact of growing urban development across Brisbane’s eastern corridor.



Read: Carindale’s Shopping Centre Precinct Could Look Very Different by 2032: Here’s What’s Proposed



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<title><![CDATA[Carindale Recreation Reserve Upgrade To Begin With Safer Access And Park Movement]]></title>
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Carindale Recreation Reserve is set to enter a new stage of its planned park upgrade, with early works focused on safer entry, improved parking and clearer movement through the reserve while broader recreation features remain part of a longer-term vision.



Read: Bulimba Creek Study Finds Thousands Of Microplastics Beneath Brisbane’s Eastern Suburbs



First Works Focus On Carindale Access



The initial phase of the Carindale Recreation Reserve upgrade is planned to run from mid-May 2026 to late 2026, with work scheduled between 7am and 5pm from Monday to Saturday.



The park is expected to remain largely open during construction, with access through the Belvidere Street entrance to be maintained. Visitors may still notice temporary path changes, short detours, fenced work areas, intermittent parking changes, construction machinery, increased noise, dust and vehicle movement.



The first stage will centre on how people enter and move around the reserve. A new two-lane park entry from Cadogan Street will be built to improve access to the car park, while the existing one-lane entry from Bedivere Street will be removed and returned to open parkland.



The works will also include expanded car parking, upgraded and realigned shared paths, safer crossing points, some vegetation removal and replanting.



Photo Credit: BCC



Feedback Helped Shape The Park Plan



The current works follow feedback on a draft concept plan in November 2025, when residents were invited to comment through an online survey and two in-person information kiosks. Earlier comments about the reserve gathered in 2024 were also considered.



Feedback pointed to support for an improved park experience and identified the new entry road as a way to respond to safety concerns and poor sightlines at the existing access point.



The final concept plan was released in May 2026 and presents a longer-term direction for the reserve. It includes improved and extended playground features, new picnic facilities and shelters, fitness and agility equipment, multi-use riding and play spaces, improved pathways and connections, a new entry road linking to existing car parking, and possible additional parking in the future.



Those longer-term features are not all part of the immediate works. Further park improvements remain subject to detailed design, site planning, environmental considerations and future budget availability.



Photo Credit: BCC



Wildlife Measures Included During Works



The reserve is home to koalas and other native wildlife, making habitat protection a key part of the construction program. A qualified wildlife spotter-catcher will monitor animals during works to help protect them while construction is underway.



Vegetation removal will be balanced with replanting intended to retain the reserve’s habitat value. Fenced construction areas, temporary movement changes, signage and traffic controllers will also be used to manage access and safety around the work zones.



The staged approach allows the reserve to remain usable as much as possible while the first phase is delivered. For park users, the most immediate changes will centre on access, parking, pathways and safer movement through the site.



Read: New Owners, Same Local Spirit: IGA Carindale Set for Fresh Chapter



Broader recreation upgrades, including possible improvements to play, picnic, fitness and riding areas, may be delivered in future stages when funding becomes available. The Carindale Recreation Reserve upgrade begins with the access and safety works intended to prepare the park for possible future improvements.



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Carindale Recreation Reserve is set to enter a new stage of its planned park upgrade, with early works focused on safer entry, improved parking and clearer movement through the reserve while broader recreation features remain part of a longer-term vision.



Read: Bulimba Creek Study Finds Thousands Of Microplastics Beneath Brisbane’s Eastern Suburbs



First Works Focus On Carindale Access



The initial phase of the Carindale Recreation Reserve upgrade is planned to run from mid-May 2026 to late 2026, with work scheduled between 7am and 5pm from Monday to Saturday.



The park is expected to remain largely open during construction, with access through the Belvidere Street entrance to be maintained. Visitors may still notice temporary path changes, short detours, fenced work areas, intermittent parking changes, construction machinery, increased noise, dust and vehicle movement.



The first stage will centre on how people enter and move around the reserve. A new two-lane park entry from Cadogan Street will be built to improve access to the car park, while the existing one-lane entry from Bedivere Street will be removed and returned to open parkland.



The works will also include expanded car parking, upgraded and realigned shared paths, safer crossing points, some vegetation removal and replanting.



Photo Credit: BCC



Feedback Helped Shape The Park Plan



The current works follow feedback on a draft concept plan in November 2025, when residents were invited to comment through an online survey and two in-person information kiosks. Earlier comments about the reserve gathered in 2024 were also considered.



Feedback pointed to support for an improved park experience and identified the new entry road as a way to respond to safety concerns and poor sightlines at the existing access point.



The final concept plan was released in May 2026 and presents a longer-term direction for the reserve. It includes improved and extended playground features, new picnic facilities and shelters, fitness and agility equipment, multi-use riding and play spaces, improved pathways and connections, a new entry road linking to existing car parking, and possible additional parking in the future.



Those longer-term features are not all part of the immediate works. Further park improvements remain subject to detailed design, site planning, environmental considerations and future budget availability.



Photo Credit: BCC



Wildlife Measures Included During Works



The reserve is home to koalas and other native wildlife, making habitat protection a key part of the construction program. A qualified wildlife spotter-catcher will monitor animals during works to help protect them while construction is underway.



Vegetation removal will be balanced with replanting intended to retain the reserve’s habitat value. Fenced construction areas, temporary movement changes, signage and traffic controllers will also be used to manage access and safety around the work zones.



The staged approach allows the reserve to remain usable as much as possible while the first phase is delivered. For park users, the most immediate changes will centre on access, parking, pathways and safer movement through the site.



Read: New Owners, Same Local Spirit: IGA Carindale Set for Fresh Chapter



Broader recreation upgrades, including possible improvements to play, picnic, fitness and riding areas, may be delivered in future stages when funding becomes available. The Carindale Recreation Reserve upgrade begins with the access and safety works intended to prepare the park for possible future improvements.



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IGA Carindale, the family-owned supermarket located in the Metropol Shopping Centre at Creek Road, has changed hands after more than eight years under the same family, with the incoming owners committed to keeping it locally owned and family operated.







Read: Carina’s IGA Local Grocer Stanley Road Megafresh Wins Double Honours at 2026 IGA Awards







The outgoing family shared the news on the store's Facebook page, describing the decision as "bittersweet" after eight and a half years building not just a business, but a community.



"Over the years we haven't just built a business, we've built a community filled with friendship, loyal customers, amazing support, and the very best staff," they wrote in their farewell post. "We are so grateful for the memories, friendships, and support the community has shown us throughout this journey."







The announcement drew an outpouring of warm responses from the local community, with customers sharing their well-wishes for the family in the comments section of the post.



"Oh I am going to miss seeing those faces! Best of luck! Thank you for always being there with a friendly face," wrote one commenter. Another added: "You have made IGA Carindale a great local family run business, you will be missed I'm sure."



The store will remain exactly what locals have come to know: a locally owned, family operated business. The departing family confirmed that the new owners would be continuing in that same spirit, and wished them "every bit of success in the future."



Photo credit: Facebook/IGA Carindale



Judging by the response from the community, that continuity has clearly been welcomed. Google reviewers highlighted the store's deli section, praising its fresh salads, sliced meats, rolls and wraps, along with its hot food options and gifting and flower section.



IGA, as a national network, is built on exactly this kind of story. The group describes itself as a network of over 1,200 independent family-owned businesses that sit at the heart of local communities across Australia, giving back and supporting local producers, suppliers and charities wherever possible. The Carindale store's transition from one family to another reflects that broader network ethos.



Photo credit: Google Street View



The outgoing family described it as an emotional goodbye, after nearly a decade of building relationships with customers and staff. In passing the store to another locally owned family, they have ensured its community-focused character will continue.







Read: Carindale’s Shopping Centre Precinct Could Look Very Different by 2032: Here’s What’s Proposed







Customers have praised the store's fresh deli offerings and the friendly service from staff, with the outgoing family crediting their team as among the very best they could have asked for.



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IGA Carindale, the family-owned supermarket located in the Metropol Shopping Centre at Creek Road, has changed hands after more than eight years under the same family, with the incoming owners committed to keeping it locally owned and family operated.







Read: Carina’s IGA Local Grocer Stanley Road Megafresh Wins Double Honours at 2026 IGA Awards







The outgoing family shared the news on the store's Facebook page, describing the decision as "bittersweet" after eight and a half years building not just a business, but a community.



"Over the years we haven't just built a business, we've built a community filled with friendship, loyal customers, amazing support, and the very best staff," they wrote in their farewell post. "We are so grateful for the memories, friendships, and support the community has shown us throughout this journey."







The announcement drew an outpouring of warm responses from the local community, with customers sharing their well-wishes for the family in the comments section of the post.



"Oh I am going to miss seeing those faces! Best of luck! Thank you for always being there with a friendly face," wrote one commenter. Another added: "You have made IGA Carindale a great local family run business, you will be missed I'm sure."



The store will remain exactly what locals have come to know: a locally owned, family operated business. The departing family confirmed that the new owners would be continuing in that same spirit, and wished them "every bit of success in the future."



Photo credit: Facebook/IGA Carindale



Judging by the response from the community, that continuity has clearly been welcomed. Google reviewers highlighted the store's deli section, praising its fresh salads, sliced meats, rolls and wraps, along with its hot food options and gifting and flower section.



IGA, as a national network, is built on exactly this kind of story. The group describes itself as a network of over 1,200 independent family-owned businesses that sit at the heart of local communities across Australia, giving back and supporting local producers, suppliers and charities wherever possible. The Carindale store's transition from one family to another reflects that broader network ethos.



Photo credit: Google Street View



The outgoing family described it as an emotional goodbye, after nearly a decade of building relationships with customers and staff. In passing the store to another locally owned family, they have ensured its community-focused character will continue.







Read: Carindale’s Shopping Centre Precinct Could Look Very Different by 2032: Here’s What’s Proposed







Customers have praised the store's fresh deli offerings and the friendly service from staff, with the outgoing family crediting their team as among the very best they could have asked for.



Published 20-May-2026
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Years after school finishes, most parents probably won’t remember the wording on a report card, or exactly when their son finally got on top of algebra.



What tends to stay with them is something less neatly measurable.



How he handled setbacks. Whether he learned to take responsibility. Whether he became someone who could manage pressure, navigate relationships and find his footing in a world that rarely offers much hand-holding.



That is not to diminish academics. Strong results matter, and for many families they matter enormously.



But even the most academically focused parents would probably agree that marks alone are not the whole story.



Schools have spent decades refining how they teach, assess and track academic performance. Increasingly, though, there has been a broader conversation about what keeps teenage boys engaged in the first place, particularly as they move through the unpredictability of adolescence, with all the pressures, shifting friendships and questions of identity that come with it.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Much of the research points in the same direction as what many parents and teachers have observed for years. Boys tend to engage more when they feel connected to the adults around them, to their peers and to the wider life of the school. Similar thinking appears in youth development research overseas, where the emphasis has long been on balancing support with challenge rather than treating them as competing ideas.



None of this will sound especially surprising to anyone who has spent time around teenage boys.



This is where broad educational ideas either become meaningful or remain little more than good intentions.



For some schools, the challenge is finding ways to move those conversations beyond wellbeing frameworks and educational theory, and into everyday experiences boys can actually feel, test and remember.



At Villanova College in Coorparoo, for example, that can mean opportunities that begin well before the first bell.



Thursday Mornings That Look Different



Some Thursday mornings start considerably earlier than most teenagers would voluntarily choose.



Serving breakfast every Thursday morning at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Emmanuel City Mission, students help prepare and serve breakfast for people doing it tough. It is part of the regular rhythm rather than a one-off exercise in community goodwill, and that distinction matters.



Teenagers tend to be quick judges of authenticity. A staged service day may satisfy a requirement, but a recurring commitment that asks them to show up early, work consistently and engage with people whose lives look very different from their own tends to land differently.



Job well done at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Villanova College, that approach sits comfortably within the school’s Augustinian tradition, which places strong emphasis on relationships, service and shared growth. Strip away the formal educational language and the underlying idea is straightforward enough: schooling is not simply about transferring knowledge, but about shaping character along the way.



The late Fr Michael Morahan, the College’s last Augustinian Rector, once described the teacher as a “companion in the search” rather than simply a dispenser of knowledge.



Kristina Moffett, the Director of Pedagogy, points out that boys’ learning is often strongest when teachers and students are “allies, working together toward growth and mastery.”



Boys often respond differently when the adults around them are not simply authority figures, but people they trust and respect.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



That instinct is backed by decades of educational research. Australian academic John Hattie’s work has consistently pointed to teachers as the single most significant in-school influence on student learning, while research focused specifically on boys has repeatedly highlighted the role relationships play in keeping them engaged.



None of that means theory alone is enough.



The real test is what those ideas look like when they move beyond educational language and into everyday school life.



Learning That Sticks



Some lessons are far easier to understand when they are experienced rather than explained.



A recent experience involving Sporting Wheelies gave students the chance to participate in wheelchair sport, offering a practical introduction to accessibility, inclusion and perspective that would be difficult to replicate through classroom discussion alone.



Learning about inclusion and diversity with the Sporting Wheelies. Photo Credit: Villanova College



It is one thing to talk about those concepts in abstract terms. It is another to encounter them in a way that feels immediate and tangible.



That same shift can be seen in how schools increasingly think about wellbeing.



Rather than treating emotional wellbeing as something separate from academic life, there has been a growing recognition that connection, belonging and emotional regulation play a direct role in learning readiness. 



Research from the Australian Education Research Organisation reflects that shift, while schools like Villanova College now use tools such as the ACER Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey to better understand how students are travelling beyond academic results.



Useful as that data may be, it only captures part of the picture.



What often tells you more is how young people respond when they are asked to navigate discomfort, unfamiliar situations or genuine responsibility.



Sometimes It Looks Like Volleyball



Not every meaningful part of school life arrives looking particularly serious.



A student-versus-teacher volleyball match is, at face value, exactly what you would expect: loud, competitive and only marginally controlled.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



But school culture is often built in those less formal moments.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



One of the more consistent findings in boys’ education is that belonging matters, particularly during adolescence, when boys can be less inclined to openly seek support or admit vulnerability.



A strong body of international research points in the same direction. Boys’ education researchers Michael Reichert and Richard Hawley have stated that boys are more likely to succeed when learning happens in environments where relationships matter, and where teachers are seen less as distant authority figures and more as trusted allies in the process of growth.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



Feeling known by adults at school, rather than simply managed by them, can make a meaningful difference.



That connection does not always develop in pastoral care meetings or formal mentoring structures.



Sometimes it grows in ordinary interactions that simply make school feel more human.





  
  

  

    
      From Villanova to the NRL: Cameron Bukowski
    

    
      
    

    
      Earlier this year, Brisbane Broncos forward Cameron Bukowski made his NRL debut in a tense one-point win over the Wests Tigers.
      
      For the Coorparoo community, there was a familiar connection. Bukowski is a Villanova Old Boy and former First XV and First XIII captain.
      
      No school creates a professional athlete.
      
      That path takes talent, relentless work, coaching, resilience and opportunity.
      
      But when educators talk about discipline, composure under pressure, consistency and leadership, this is the kind of real-world translation they mean.
      
      Not because every student is headed for elite sport.
      
      Because the qualities that matter there are often the same ones that matter everywhere else.
    

  




Schools and researchers may use different language for these ideas, but the themes are remarkably consistent.



Young people tend to do better when they feel cared for, when adults expect something of them, when support is available, and when they are given opportunities to contribute rather than simply be managed.



That balance between care and challenge is a recurring theme in contemporary educational research and underpins much of the educational approach in schools like Villanova.



Moffett notes that young people tend to grow most when high expectations are matched by strong support within relationship-based learning environments.



That thinking sits behind a range of contemporary educational frameworks, including the Search Institute’s work on developmental relationships, which identifies strong relationships as a key driver of student growth.



Much of what that looks like in practice is already familiar: being known, being stretched, being supported, and being exposed to experiences that broaden perspective.



The Bigger Measure



This is not an argument against academic ambition.



Parents are entirely right to expect strong teaching, serious academic preparation and clear pathways into university, careers and an increasingly competitive world.



But those expectations do not cancel out the others.



If anything, they sit alongside them.



Years later, when parents reflect on what school really gave their sons, the conversation tends to stretch beyond exam results.



Confidence comes up. So does judgement. Resilience. Maturity. Relationships.



The qualities that, quietly and often without much fanfare, shape how young men move through the world once school is behind them.



Published 18-May-2026



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Years after school finishes, most parents probably won’t remember the wording on a report card, or exactly when their son finally got on top of algebra.



What tends to stay with them is something less neatly measurable.



How he handled setbacks. Whether he learned to take responsibility. Whether he became someone who could manage pressure, navigate relationships and find his footing in a world that rarely offers much hand-holding.



That is not to diminish academics. Strong results matter, and for many families they matter enormously.



But even the most academically focused parents would probably agree that marks alone are not the whole story.



Schools have spent decades refining how they teach, assess and track academic performance. Increasingly, though, there has been a broader conversation about what keeps teenage boys engaged in the first place, particularly as they move through the unpredictability of adolescence, with all the pressures, shifting friendships and questions of identity that come with it.



Photo credit: Villanova College



Much of the research points in the same direction as what many parents and teachers have observed for years. Boys tend to engage more when they feel connected to the adults around them, to their peers and to the wider life of the school. Similar thinking appears in youth development research overseas, where the emphasis has long been on balancing support with challenge rather than treating them as competing ideas.



None of this will sound especially surprising to anyone who has spent time around teenage boys.



This is where broad educational ideas either become meaningful or remain little more than good intentions.



For some schools, the challenge is finding ways to move those conversations beyond wellbeing frameworks and educational theory, and into everyday experiences boys can actually feel, test and remember.



At Villanova College in Coorparoo, for example, that can mean opportunities that begin well before the first bell.



Thursday Mornings That Look Different



Some Thursday mornings start considerably earlier than most teenagers would voluntarily choose.



Serving breakfast every Thursday morning at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Emmanuel City Mission, students help prepare and serve breakfast for people doing it tough. It is part of the regular rhythm rather than a one-off exercise in community goodwill, and that distinction matters.



Teenagers tend to be quick judges of authenticity. A staged service day may satisfy a requirement, but a recurring commitment that asks them to show up early, work consistently and engage with people whose lives look very different from their own tends to land differently.



Job well done at Emmanuel City Mission. Photo Credit: Villanova College



At Villanova College, that approach sits comfortably within the school’s Augustinian tradition, which places strong emphasis on relationships, service and shared growth. Strip away the formal educational language and the underlying idea is straightforward enough: schooling is not simply about transferring knowledge, but about shaping character along the way.



The late Fr Michael Morahan, the College’s last Augustinian Rector, once described the teacher as a “companion in the search” rather than simply a dispenser of knowledge.



Kristina Moffett, the Director of Pedagogy, points out that boys’ learning is often strongest when teachers and students are “allies, working together toward growth and mastery.”



Boys often respond differently when the adults around them are not simply authority figures, but people they trust and respect.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



That instinct is backed by decades of educational research. Australian academic John Hattie’s work has consistently pointed to teachers as the single most significant in-school influence on student learning, while research focused specifically on boys has repeatedly highlighted the role relationships play in keeping them engaged.



None of that means theory alone is enough.



The real test is what those ideas look like when they move beyond educational language and into everyday school life.



Learning That Sticks



Some lessons are far easier to understand when they are experienced rather than explained.



A recent experience involving Sporting Wheelies gave students the chance to participate in wheelchair sport, offering a practical introduction to accessibility, inclusion and perspective that would be difficult to replicate through classroom discussion alone.



Learning about inclusion and diversity with the Sporting Wheelies. Photo Credit: Villanova College



It is one thing to talk about those concepts in abstract terms. It is another to encounter them in a way that feels immediate and tangible.



That same shift can be seen in how schools increasingly think about wellbeing.



Rather than treating emotional wellbeing as something separate from academic life, there has been a growing recognition that connection, belonging and emotional regulation play a direct role in learning readiness. 



Research from the Australian Education Research Organisation reflects that shift, while schools like Villanova College now use tools such as the ACER Social-Emotional Wellbeing Survey to better understand how students are travelling beyond academic results.



Useful as that data may be, it only captures part of the picture.



What often tells you more is how young people respond when they are asked to navigate discomfort, unfamiliar situations or genuine responsibility.



Sometimes It Looks Like Volleyball



Not every meaningful part of school life arrives looking particularly serious.



A student-versus-teacher volleyball match is, at face value, exactly what you would expect: loud, competitive and only marginally controlled.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



But school culture is often built in those less formal moments.



Students vs Teachers at the Student Council Cup. Photo Credit: Villanova College



One of the more consistent findings in boys’ education is that belonging matters, particularly during adolescence, when boys can be less inclined to openly seek support or admit vulnerability.



A strong body of international research points in the same direction. Boys’ education researchers Michael Reichert and Richard Hawley have stated that boys are more likely to succeed when learning happens in environments where relationships matter, and where teachers are seen less as distant authority figures and more as trusted allies in the process of growth.



Photo Credit: Villanova College



Feeling known by adults at school, rather than simply managed by them, can make a meaningful difference.



That connection does not always develop in pastoral care meetings or formal mentoring structures.



Sometimes it grows in ordinary interactions that simply make school feel more human.





  
  

  

    
      From Villanova to the NRL: Cameron Bukowski
    

    
      
    

    
      Earlier this year, Brisbane Broncos forward Cameron Bukowski made his NRL debut in a tense one-point win over the Wests Tigers.
      
      For the Coorparoo community, there was a familiar connection. Bukowski is a Villanova Old Boy and former First XV and First XIII captain.
      
      No school creates a professional athlete.
      
      That path takes talent, relentless work, coaching, resilience and opportunity.
      
      But when educators talk about discipline, composure under pressure, consistency and leadership, this is the kind of real-world translation they mean.
      
      Not because every student is headed for elite sport.
      
      Because the qualities that matter there are often the same ones that matter everywhere else.
    

  




Schools and researchers may use different language for these ideas, but the themes are remarkably consistent.



Young people tend to do better when they feel cared for, when adults expect something of them, when support is available, and when they are given opportunities to contribute rather than simply be managed.



That balance between care and challenge is a recurring theme in contemporary educational research and underpins much of the educational approach in schools like Villanova.



Moffett notes that young people tend to grow most when high expectations are matched by strong support within relationship-based learning environments.



That thinking sits behind a range of contemporary educational frameworks, including the Search Institute’s work on developmental relationships, which identifies strong relationships as a key driver of student growth.



Much of what that looks like in practice is already familiar: being known, being stretched, being supported, and being exposed to experiences that broaden perspective.



The Bigger Measure



This is not an argument against academic ambition.



Parents are entirely right to expect strong teaching, serious academic preparation and clear pathways into university, careers and an increasingly competitive world.



But those expectations do not cancel out the others.



If anything, they sit alongside them.



Years later, when parents reflect on what school really gave their sons, the conversation tends to stretch beyond exam results.



Confidence comes up. So does judgement. Resilience. Maturity. Relationships.



The qualities that, quietly and often without much fanfare, shape how young men move through the world once school is behind them.



Published 18-May-2026



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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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For drivers moving between Brisbane and the Redlands each week, the narrow Tingalpa Creek Bridge on Rickertt Road has become associated with long queues, slow-moving traffic and regular delays. Now, after years of calls for action, a new round of State funding has pushed the long-discussed Tingalpa upgrade into its next stage.



Read: Rickertt Road Fix: Long-Awaited Study on Tingalpa Creek Bridge Moves Closer



The Queensland Government has committed $500,000 towards a formal business case to investigate upgrades to the bridge and surrounding road network. The study will be led by Redland City Council and is expected to be completed by mid-2027.



The funding will allow planners and engineers to assess whether the existing bridge should be duplicated or fully replaced, while also examining upgrades to the single-lane approaches on both sides of the crossing.



Daily Delays Continue Along Rickertt Road Corridor



The Tingalpa Creek Bridge sits on the boundary between Brisbane and Redland local government areas and serves as a key route for residents travelling between Brisbane and the Redlands.



During peak periods, traffic regularly backs up along Rickertt Road as vehicles funnel through the constrained bridge section.



Residents have raised concerns for years about congestion, travel times and the pressure placed on surrounding roads as the population in the Redlands continues to grow.



The bridge is widely regarded as a major traffic pinch point for commuters heading towards Brisbane during peak periods.



Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg described the project as overdue and stated the business case would help shape a path towards easing congestion along the corridor.



Photo Credit: Google Maps screengrab



Council Examines Bridge Duplication and Replacement Options



Redland City Council Mayor Jos Mitchell stated the business case would compare different upgrade possibilities, including duplicating the bridge or replacing the structure entirely.



The study will also assess upgrades to narrow sections approaching the bridge from both the Brisbane and Redlands sides.



Council documents linked through the city’s long-term infrastructure planning material have previously identified the corridor as an area requiring future transport improvements as residential growth continues across the region.



The business case is expected to include technical and cost-benefit assessments to help determine the scale of any future construction project.



Community Growth Continues to Pressure Brisbane-Redlands Link



The Rickertt Road corridor faces increasing pressure as housing growth across the Redlands adds demand to roads connecting to Brisbane.



Local representatives including Capalaba MP Russell Field and Oodgeroo MP Amanda Stoker said the bridge remained a major source of frustration for residents travelling in and out of the area each day.



While physical upgrades are still years away, the funding marks a significant planning step for the corridor connecting the Redlands and Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.



Larger Funding Decisions Still Ahead



The current allocation only covers planning and investigation work, with construction funding yet to be announced.



Any future bridge duplication or replacement project is expected to require significant State and Federal support once the business case identifies preferred options and projected costs.



Read: Fatal Tingalpa Workplace Incident Under Investigation After Morning Emergency



Published 11-May-2026
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For drivers moving between Brisbane and the Redlands each week, the narrow Tingalpa Creek Bridge on Rickertt Road has become associated with long queues, slow-moving traffic and regular delays. Now, after years of calls for action, a new round of State funding has pushed the long-discussed Tingalpa upgrade into its next stage.



Read: Rickertt Road Fix: Long-Awaited Study on Tingalpa Creek Bridge Moves Closer



The Queensland Government has committed $500,000 towards a formal business case to investigate upgrades to the bridge and surrounding road network. The study will be led by Redland City Council and is expected to be completed by mid-2027.



The funding will allow planners and engineers to assess whether the existing bridge should be duplicated or fully replaced, while also examining upgrades to the single-lane approaches on both sides of the crossing.



Daily Delays Continue Along Rickertt Road Corridor



The Tingalpa Creek Bridge sits on the boundary between Brisbane and Redland local government areas and serves as a key route for residents travelling between Brisbane and the Redlands.



During peak periods, traffic regularly backs up along Rickertt Road as vehicles funnel through the constrained bridge section.



Residents have raised concerns for years about congestion, travel times and the pressure placed on surrounding roads as the population in the Redlands continues to grow.



The bridge is widely regarded as a major traffic pinch point for commuters heading towards Brisbane during peak periods.



Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg described the project as overdue and stated the business case would help shape a path towards easing congestion along the corridor.



Photo Credit: Google Maps screengrab



Council Examines Bridge Duplication and Replacement Options



Redland City Council Mayor Jos Mitchell stated the business case would compare different upgrade possibilities, including duplicating the bridge or replacing the structure entirely.



The study will also assess upgrades to narrow sections approaching the bridge from both the Brisbane and Redlands sides.



Council documents linked through the city’s long-term infrastructure planning material have previously identified the corridor as an area requiring future transport improvements as residential growth continues across the region.



The business case is expected to include technical and cost-benefit assessments to help determine the scale of any future construction project.



Community Growth Continues to Pressure Brisbane-Redlands Link



The Rickertt Road corridor faces increasing pressure as housing growth across the Redlands adds demand to roads connecting to Brisbane.



Local representatives including Capalaba MP Russell Field and Oodgeroo MP Amanda Stoker said the bridge remained a major source of frustration for residents travelling in and out of the area each day.



While physical upgrades are still years away, the funding marks a significant planning step for the corridor connecting the Redlands and Brisbane’s eastern suburbs.



Larger Funding Decisions Still Ahead



The current allocation only covers planning and investigation work, with construction funding yet to be announced.



Any future bridge duplication or replacement project is expected to require significant State and Federal support once the business case identifies preferred options and projected costs.



Read: Fatal Tingalpa Workplace Incident Under Investigation After Morning Emergency



Published 11-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Carindale's Shopping Centre Precinct Could Look Very Different by 2032: Here's What's Proposed]]></title>
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A planning amendment that could allow buildings of up to 30 storeys around Carindale Shopping Centre has opened for public submissions from 24 April, giving residents until 25 May 2026 to have their say on proposed changes that would nearly triple the current height limit in parts of the centre.



Read: Woolworths Buys Greendale Way Block After Nearly Two Decades of False Starts



The proposal forms part of a broader set of amendments covering the Carindale, Indooroopilly and Nundah major centres, all released for community consultation at the same time. 



For Carindale, the changes would be among the most significant of the three, with the current 10-storey limit in parts of the centre rising to 30 storeys to the north of the shopping hub, and a new 10-storey limit applying to the residential area east of Carindale Street towards Bulimba Creek, where heights are currently lower.



The amendment area is defined by Old Cleveland Road, Creek Road, Winstanley Street and the Bulimba Creek Corridor. Building height transitions along key boundaries and adjacent to lower-density residential areas are also proposed to manage the relationship between taller development and the established streets nearby.



The Push Behind the Changes



Brisbane is growing at a pace that is putting real pressure on housing supply. Around 600 people move to the city each week, and projections suggest the city needs approximately 210,800 new homes by 2046, including 90,000 before the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The question of where those homes go is the one these amendments are designed to address.



Photo Credit: BCC



The Carindale centre already functions as a significant suburban hub, with the Westfield shopping centre, a major bus interchange and established road connections to surrounding suburbs. The logic behind the amendment is that adding homes in a location where transport, retail and services already exist avoids pushing new development into Brisbane's lower-density residential streets, character suburbs and bushland areas.



This is the third round of major centre amendments in Brisbane's current planning cycle. Chermside and Upper Mount Gravatt were both earmarked for height uplifts earlier in 2026 as part of the same anti-sprawl strategy.



The Proposed Layout for Carindale



The Carindale amendment map clearly marks out where different rules apply. We are looking at heights of up to 30 storeys concentrated within the Centre Core and Centre Fringe, which covers the shopping centre itself and the land directly to its north. This keeps the highest density right on top of the shops and the bus interchange where services are strongest.



Photo Credit: BCC



To keep the scale of the neighbourhood in check, the plan uses a Residential Transition zone east of Carindale Street toward Bulimba Creek. Here, building heights would be capped at 10 storeys to create a sensible step down between the high rise hub and our established suburban streets. 



The Bulimba Creek Corridor acts as a firm natural boundary, ensuring the taller development envelope doesn't creep into the green space.



Your Say Closes 25 May



Consultation is open from Friday 24 April to Monday 25 May 2026. All submissions must be in writing and must include what in the proposed amendment you support or do not support, and the reasons for your position. Submissions that do not clearly state a position and give reasons will not be considered properly made.



For Carindale residents who want to speak with a planner before submitting, face-to-face sessions are scheduled at Carindale Library on Thursday 7 May from 3:15pm to 4:45pm and again from 5:30pm to 7:15pm. Phone sessions are also available during the consultation period.



Following the close of submissions, feedback will be reviewed and incorporated before the final plan goes through an approval process, with adoption into the City Plan expected in late 2026.



To find the full details of the proposed changes, click here. You can also phone 07 3403 8888 or email strategicplanninghousing@brisbane.qld.gov.au with the subject line "Tailored Amendment Package Indooroopilly, Carindale and Nundah major centres."



Read: Where Brisbane Locals Go for Bargains and a Good Cause



Published 27-April-2026. Updated 10-May-2026
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A planning amendment that could allow buildings of up to 30 storeys around Carindale Shopping Centre has opened for public submissions from 24 April, giving residents until 25 May 2026 to have their say on proposed changes that would nearly triple the current height limit in parts of the centre.



Read: Woolworths Buys Greendale Way Block After Nearly Two Decades of False Starts



The proposal forms part of a broader set of amendments covering the Carindale, Indooroopilly and Nundah major centres, all released for community consultation at the same time. 



For Carindale, the changes would be among the most significant of the three, with the current 10-storey limit in parts of the centre rising to 30 storeys to the north of the shopping hub, and a new 10-storey limit applying to the residential area east of Carindale Street towards Bulimba Creek, where heights are currently lower.



The amendment area is defined by Old Cleveland Road, Creek Road, Winstanley Street and the Bulimba Creek Corridor. Building height transitions along key boundaries and adjacent to lower-density residential areas are also proposed to manage the relationship between taller development and the established streets nearby.



The Push Behind the Changes



Brisbane is growing at a pace that is putting real pressure on housing supply. Around 600 people move to the city each week, and projections suggest the city needs approximately 210,800 new homes by 2046, including 90,000 before the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The question of where those homes go is the one these amendments are designed to address.



Photo Credit: BCC



The Carindale centre already functions as a significant suburban hub, with the Westfield shopping centre, a major bus interchange and established road connections to surrounding suburbs. The logic behind the amendment is that adding homes in a location where transport, retail and services already exist avoids pushing new development into Brisbane's lower-density residential streets, character suburbs and bushland areas.



This is the third round of major centre amendments in Brisbane's current planning cycle. Chermside and Upper Mount Gravatt were both earmarked for height uplifts earlier in 2026 as part of the same anti-sprawl strategy.



The Proposed Layout for Carindale



The Carindale amendment map clearly marks out where different rules apply. We are looking at heights of up to 30 storeys concentrated within the Centre Core and Centre Fringe, which covers the shopping centre itself and the land directly to its north. This keeps the highest density right on top of the shops and the bus interchange where services are strongest.



Photo Credit: BCC



To keep the scale of the neighbourhood in check, the plan uses a Residential Transition zone east of Carindale Street toward Bulimba Creek. Here, building heights would be capped at 10 storeys to create a sensible step down between the high rise hub and our established suburban streets. 



The Bulimba Creek Corridor acts as a firm natural boundary, ensuring the taller development envelope doesn't creep into the green space.



Your Say Closes 25 May



Consultation is open from Friday 24 April to Monday 25 May 2026. All submissions must be in writing and must include what in the proposed amendment you support or do not support, and the reasons for your position. Submissions that do not clearly state a position and give reasons will not be considered properly made.



For Carindale residents who want to speak with a planner before submitting, face-to-face sessions are scheduled at Carindale Library on Thursday 7 May from 3:15pm to 4:45pm and again from 5:30pm to 7:15pm. Phone sessions are also available during the consultation period.



Following the close of submissions, feedback will be reviewed and incorporated before the final plan goes through an approval process, with adoption into the City Plan expected in late 2026.



To find the full details of the proposed changes, click here. You can also phone 07 3403 8888 or email strategicplanninghousing@brisbane.qld.gov.au with the subject line "Tailored Amendment Package Indooroopilly, Carindale and Nundah major centres."



Read: Where Brisbane Locals Go for Bargains and a Good Cause



Published 27-April-2026. Updated 10-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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Brisbane adventurer Oliver Foran, an Iona College old boy, has completed a rare Everest sea-to-summit expedition in just 50 days from sea level. It was an important undertaking to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health.



Foran reached the summit of the 8,849-metre mountain on 20 May after cycling more than 1,150 kilometres from the Bay of Bengal in India through Nepal before trekking and climbing to the top of Everest. The 27-year-old completed the journey faster than the previous verified sea-to-summit record of 67 days held by South Korean climber Kim Chang-ho.



The achievement has drawn international attention, with expedition organiser AGA Adventures confirming the climb to multiple media outlets.



Photo Credit: Oliver Foran/Facebook



In a video shared from the summit, Foran said he was exhausted after the climb but proud to have completed the mission in support of young Australians struggling with mental health challenges.



The expedition was completed in partnership with Australian organisation Youturn, with Foran aiming to raise $200,000 to help fund youth mental health programs and support facilities.







A Journey Across India, Nepal and the Himalayas



Foran’s journey began in early April at sea level on India’s eastern coastline before he cycled across difficult terrain and into the Himalayas. The route pushed him through intense heat, steep mountain passes and high-altitude conditions before the Everest climb had even started.



After reaching Nepal, Foran trekked to Everest Base Camp and later climbed the mountain alongside Gelje Sherpa and Ongchhu Sherpa.



The feat places him among a small number of climbers to complete a sea-to-summit Everest expedition. Australian mountaineer Tim Macartney-Snape first achieved the challenge in 1990 after walking from sea level to Everest over three months.



Foran later reflected on the physical and emotional strain of the expedition in social media posts shared after the climb. He described facing illness, fear, avalanches and exhaustion during the journey, while repeating the phrase “just keep going” to push through difficult moments. He also said the challenge forced him to confront painful emotions rather than avoid them, linking those experiences to the expedition’s youth mental health campaign.







Everest Mission Shaped by Personal Loss



The idea for the project was first formed during a climb of Ama Dablam in Nepal the previous year. Foran said the experience tested him mentally and physically and led him to adopt the phrase “seek challenge” as a personal mindset. The Everest expedition also carried personal meaning connected to the death of his mother from brain cancer when he was a teenager.



In an earlier interview with AFP, Foran said unresolved grief reached a breaking point years later before a conversation with a friend helped him move forward. He said the experience motivated him to support others facing similar struggles. Since completing the climb, Foran has shifted focus toward continuing the fundraising campaign with Youturn.



In a post shared days after the summit, he thanked the expedition team, Sherpas and support crew who helped him complete the expedition, saying the journey showed how important strong community support can be during difficult times.



The fundraising campaign had raised more than $57,000 as of late May.



Read: Iona College Student Earns Australian BMX Team Spot After National Championships Result



Published 26-May-2026
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Brisbane adventurer Oliver Foran, an Iona College old boy, has completed a rare Everest sea-to-summit expedition in just 50 days from sea level. It was an important undertaking to raise awareness and funds for youth mental health.



Foran reached the summit of the 8,849-metre mountain on 20 May after cycling more than 1,150 kilometres from the Bay of Bengal in India through Nepal before trekking and climbing to the top of Everest. The 27-year-old completed the journey faster than the previous verified sea-to-summit record of 67 days held by South Korean climber Kim Chang-ho.



The achievement has drawn international attention, with expedition organiser AGA Adventures confirming the climb to multiple media outlets.



Photo Credit: Oliver Foran/Facebook



In a video shared from the summit, Foran said he was exhausted after the climb but proud to have completed the mission in support of young Australians struggling with mental health challenges.



The expedition was completed in partnership with Australian organisation Youturn, with Foran aiming to raise $200,000 to help fund youth mental health programs and support facilities.







A Journey Across India, Nepal and the Himalayas



Foran’s journey began in early April at sea level on India’s eastern coastline before he cycled across difficult terrain and into the Himalayas. The route pushed him through intense heat, steep mountain passes and high-altitude conditions before the Everest climb had even started.



After reaching Nepal, Foran trekked to Everest Base Camp and later climbed the mountain alongside Gelje Sherpa and Ongchhu Sherpa.



The feat places him among a small number of climbers to complete a sea-to-summit Everest expedition. Australian mountaineer Tim Macartney-Snape first achieved the challenge in 1990 after walking from sea level to Everest over three months.



Foran later reflected on the physical and emotional strain of the expedition in social media posts shared after the climb. He described facing illness, fear, avalanches and exhaustion during the journey, while repeating the phrase “just keep going” to push through difficult moments. He also said the challenge forced him to confront painful emotions rather than avoid them, linking those experiences to the expedition’s youth mental health campaign.







Everest Mission Shaped by Personal Loss



The idea for the project was first formed during a climb of Ama Dablam in Nepal the previous year. Foran said the experience tested him mentally and physically and led him to adopt the phrase “seek challenge” as a personal mindset. The Everest expedition also carried personal meaning connected to the death of his mother from brain cancer when he was a teenager.



In an earlier interview with AFP, Foran said unresolved grief reached a breaking point years later before a conversation with a friend helped him move forward. He said the experience motivated him to support others facing similar struggles. Since completing the climb, Foran has shifted focus toward continuing the fundraising campaign with Youturn.



In a post shared days after the summit, he thanked the expedition team, Sherpas and support crew who helped him complete the expedition, saying the journey showed how important strong community support can be during difficult times.



The fundraising campaign had raised more than $57,000 as of late May.



Read: Iona College Student Earns Australian BMX Team Spot After National Championships Result



Published 26-May-2026
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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An Iona College Brisbane graduate is attempting one of the world’s toughest endurance challenges high above the Himalayas. Brisbane adventurer Oliver Foran is pushing towards the summit of Mount Everest in a bid to set a new sea-to-summit world record while raising funds for youth mental health programs.



Read: Iona College Student Earns Australian BMX Team Spot After National Championships Result



Foran, an Iona College Old Boy from the Class of 2016, began his final summit push on 15 May after spending more than 47 days travelling from sea level to the world’s highest peak using only human power. The challenge has included long-distance cycling, trekking through harsh conditions and climbing through the dangerous upper reaches of Everest.



In updates shared through his social media accounts and fundraising campaign, Foran described the journey as physically and emotionally demanding, with illness, setbacks and exhaustion shaping much of the expedition. He said the final stage of the climb had become the moment everything had been building towards.



A Brisbane Journey That Reached the Himalayas



According to Oliver Foran’s official campaign website, the expedition was designed as more than a sporting challenge. The Brisbane climber launched the campaign to raise money and awareness for youth mental health support across Australia.



Foran has partnered with Youturn, a Queensland-based organisation that supports young people and families facing mental health and social challenges. The fundraising effort aims to help create Youth Mental Health Gyms, which are designed as spaces where young people can build confidence, connection and resilience before reaching crisis point.



The campaign has drawn support from schools and local communities across Brisbane, including strong backing from the Iona College community.



In a public message shared on Iona College Brisbane’s Facebook page, the school encouraged students, alumni and families to support Foran during the final stretch of the climb, describing the expedition as an extraordinary effort dedicated to helping young Australians.







Climbing Through Loss and Mental Health Struggles



Several media reports covering the expedition have also detailed the personal experiences that shaped the challenge.



Foran lost his mother to brain cancer when he was a teenager. In the years that followed, he experienced periods of grief and mental health struggles, which later became part of the motivation behind the Everest campaign.



Photo Credit: Oliver Foran/Facebook



Throughout the expedition, Foran has spoken about wanting young people to understand that difficult periods in life do not define their future. His public statements during the climb have repeatedly connected the physical demands of Everest with the emotional challenges many young Australians face.



The mission has drawn attention through community news coverage and social media because of that message. Online supporters have shared messages describing the campaign as both a sporting achievement and a mental health awareness effort.



Dangerous Conditions on the World’s Highest Mountain



The final stage of the Everest climb places mountaineers in what climbers call the “death zone”, where oxygen levels drop sharply and conditions can become life-threatening within hours.



Photo Credit: Oliver Foran/Facebook



Reports have detailed the scale of the challenge, explaining that Foran’s attempt combines endurance cycling, trekking and high-altitude climbing into one continuous journey from sea level to the summit. During the expedition, Foran also survived dangerous weather conditions near Everest Base Camp.



Despite the risks, Foran continued towards the summit while carrying out the fundraising campaign through each stage of the expedition.



Iona Community Rallies Behind Former Student



Back in Brisbane, members of the Iona College community have continued sharing support for the climb. Former classmates, teachers, families and supporters have followed the expedition through social media updates and fundraising appeals as Foran moved closer to the summit.



As the summit attempt continues, many supporters are now waiting for word from the mountain while donations continue through the Climbing for Young Minds campaign. The fundraising campaign remains active through Youturn’s Climbing for Young Minds initiative.



Read: Iona’s New Wave Ready to Shape Season Opener



Published 21-May-2026
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An Iona College Brisbane graduate is attempting one of the world’s toughest endurance challenges high above the Himalayas. Brisbane adventurer Oliver Foran is pushing towards the summit of Mount Everest in a bid to set a new sea-to-summit world record while raising funds for youth mental health programs.



Read: Iona College Student Earns Australian BMX Team Spot After National Championships Result



Foran, an Iona College Old Boy from the Class of 2016, began his final summit push on 15 May after spending more than 47 days travelling from sea level to the world’s highest peak using only human power. The challenge has included long-distance cycling, trekking through harsh conditions and climbing through the dangerous upper reaches of Everest.



In updates shared through his social media accounts and fundraising campaign, Foran described the journey as physically and emotionally demanding, with illness, setbacks and exhaustion shaping much of the expedition. He said the final stage of the climb had become the moment everything had been building towards.



A Brisbane Journey That Reached the Himalayas



According to Oliver Foran’s official campaign website, the expedition was designed as more than a sporting challenge. The Brisbane climber launched the campaign to raise money and awareness for youth mental health support across Australia.



Foran has partnered with Youturn, a Queensland-based organisation that supports young people and families facing mental health and social challenges. The fundraising effort aims to help create Youth Mental Health Gyms, which are designed as spaces where young people can build confidence, connection and resilience before reaching crisis point.



The campaign has drawn support from schools and local communities across Brisbane, including strong backing from the Iona College community.



In a public message shared on Iona College Brisbane’s Facebook page, the school encouraged students, alumni and families to support Foran during the final stretch of the climb, describing the expedition as an extraordinary effort dedicated to helping young Australians.







Climbing Through Loss and Mental Health Struggles



Several media reports covering the expedition have also detailed the personal experiences that shaped the challenge.



Foran lost his mother to brain cancer when he was a teenager. In the years that followed, he experienced periods of grief and mental health struggles, which later became part of the motivation behind the Everest campaign.



Photo Credit: Oliver Foran/Facebook



Throughout the expedition, Foran has spoken about wanting young people to understand that difficult periods in life do not define their future. His public statements during the climb have repeatedly connected the physical demands of Everest with the emotional challenges many young Australians face.



The mission has drawn attention through community news coverage and social media because of that message. Online supporters have shared messages describing the campaign as both a sporting achievement and a mental health awareness effort.



Dangerous Conditions on the World’s Highest Mountain



The final stage of the Everest climb places mountaineers in what climbers call the “death zone”, where oxygen levels drop sharply and conditions can become life-threatening within hours.



Photo Credit: Oliver Foran/Facebook



Reports have detailed the scale of the challenge, explaining that Foran’s attempt combines endurance cycling, trekking and high-altitude climbing into one continuous journey from sea level to the summit. During the expedition, Foran also survived dangerous weather conditions near Everest Base Camp.



Despite the risks, Foran continued towards the summit while carrying out the fundraising campaign through each stage of the expedition.



Iona Community Rallies Behind Former Student



Back in Brisbane, members of the Iona College community have continued sharing support for the climb. Former classmates, teachers, families and supporters have followed the expedition through social media updates and fundraising appeals as Foran moved closer to the summit.



As the summit attempt continues, many supporters are now waiting for word from the mountain while donations continue through the Climbing for Young Minds campaign. The fundraising campaign remains active through Youturn’s Climbing for Young Minds initiative.



Read: Iona’s New Wave Ready to Shape Season Opener



Published 21-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[Inspired by Vietnam, Wynnum Hobbyist Builds Handmade Looms]]></title>
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Thirty years after seeing hand-operated weaving looms in rural Vietnam, Wynnum resident Dean Biddle is now building his own versions by hand from recycled timber in Brisbane’s bayside suburbs.



Read: A Safer Drive for Wynnum Locals as Busy Tingalpa Intersection Gets an Upgrade



Under the name Infinity Looms, Biddle creates rigid heddle weaving looms designed to let users remain seated while weaving. The idea came from years of observing how traditional looms worked and thinking about how they could be adapted for comfort and ease of use.



Biddle does not come from a woodworking or manufacturing background. He said he has postgraduate science qualifications and began making objects as a hobby several years ago through scrap-metal sculpture. His interest in building things gradually shifted into loom-making after he started experimenting with prototypes and modified designs.



A Loom Design Shaped by Long Hours of Weaving



Traditional rigid heddle looms are commonly used for weaving scarves, table runners and fabric. They require users to repeatedly reach across the frame to advance the woven material during the process.



Biddle said his design aimed to reduce that repeated stretching by using a pair of adjustable handles that can be operated while seated. The handles use bendable joints so the loom can be worked from different sitting positions.



He stopped short of describing the looms as ergonomic, noting that such claims would need to be proven. Instead, he refers to them as locally handmade looms built with comfort in mind.



A short YouTube demonstration of a rigid heddle loom helped explain the type of weaving system that inspired his project.



From Scrap Metal Figures to Timber Frames



Before building looms, Biddle spent time welding figurines from recycled metal and scrap materials. Photos included with his background material show handmade sculptures created from reused pieces of steel and machinery parts.



Photo Credit: Supplied



This approach carried over into the loom workshop. Many of the timber components used in his current designs come from reclaimed wood collected and repurposed during the building process.



Rather than operating as a large commercial business, Biddle builds looms in small numbers and reinvests sales into buying materials for future builds. He said he does not currently run a registered business and sees the project as a practical extension of his hobby work.



A Family Project Growing One Loom at a Time



Photo Credit: Supplied



The weaving side of the project remains close to home. Biddle’s wife has been using one of the looms to make scarves. The couple also created a simple online presence through the Infinity Looms website.







Read: Wynnum Campus Transformation Underway at Iona as New Facilities Take Shape



It started as a passing encounter with traditional weaving equipment in Vietnam, and has gradually turned into a hands-on workshop project in Wynnum, where each loom is still assembled one at a time.



Published 13-May-2026
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Thirty years after seeing hand-operated weaving looms in rural Vietnam, Wynnum resident Dean Biddle is now building his own versions by hand from recycled timber in Brisbane’s bayside suburbs.



Read: A Safer Drive for Wynnum Locals as Busy Tingalpa Intersection Gets an Upgrade



Under the name Infinity Looms, Biddle creates rigid heddle weaving looms designed to let users remain seated while weaving. The idea came from years of observing how traditional looms worked and thinking about how they could be adapted for comfort and ease of use.



Biddle does not come from a woodworking or manufacturing background. He said he has postgraduate science qualifications and began making objects as a hobby several years ago through scrap-metal sculpture. His interest in building things gradually shifted into loom-making after he started experimenting with prototypes and modified designs.



A Loom Design Shaped by Long Hours of Weaving



Traditional rigid heddle looms are commonly used for weaving scarves, table runners and fabric. They require users to repeatedly reach across the frame to advance the woven material during the process.



Biddle said his design aimed to reduce that repeated stretching by using a pair of adjustable handles that can be operated while seated. The handles use bendable joints so the loom can be worked from different sitting positions.



He stopped short of describing the looms as ergonomic, noting that such claims would need to be proven. Instead, he refers to them as locally handmade looms built with comfort in mind.



A short YouTube demonstration of a rigid heddle loom helped explain the type of weaving system that inspired his project.



From Scrap Metal Figures to Timber Frames



Before building looms, Biddle spent time welding figurines from recycled metal and scrap materials. Photos included with his background material show handmade sculptures created from reused pieces of steel and machinery parts.



Photo Credit: Supplied



This approach carried over into the loom workshop. Many of the timber components used in his current designs come from reclaimed wood collected and repurposed during the building process.



Rather than operating as a large commercial business, Biddle builds looms in small numbers and reinvests sales into buying materials for future builds. He said he does not currently run a registered business and sees the project as a practical extension of his hobby work.



A Family Project Growing One Loom at a Time



Photo Credit: Supplied



The weaving side of the project remains close to home. Biddle’s wife has been using one of the looms to make scarves. The couple also created a simple online presence through the Infinity Looms website.







Read: Wynnum Campus Transformation Underway at Iona as New Facilities Take Shape



It started as a passing encounter with traditional weaving equipment in Vietnam, and has gradually turned into a hands-on workshop project in Wynnum, where each loom is still assembled one at a time.



Published 13-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Man Granted Bail After Alleged Vehicle Attack on Brother in Wynnum]]></title>
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A 29-year-old man from Lota has been granted bail after allegedly using a vehicle to strike and critically injure his younger brother during a dispute in the Brisbane bayside area.



Read: More Boots on the Ground for Queensland as Oxley Academy Milestone Met



The incident took place last Sunday afternoon at a unit complex on Chestnut Street, Wynnum. Police reported that a 27-year-old man was struck by a vehicle in the carpark around 12:10 PM.&nbsp;



Emergency services rushed the younger man to the Princess Alexandra Hospital, where he remains in a sedated and critical condition. Medical reports presented to the court indicated the victim suffered catastrophic injuries, including a brain haemorrhage and multiple spinal fractures.



Evidence Presented in Court



During a bail hearing at the Cleveland Magistrates Court on Tuesday, prosecutors showed CCTV footage of the encounter. The video allegedly showed a utility vehicle driving toward the victim multiple times. In one segment, the victim was seen holding a fire extinguisher before the vehicle reportedly returned at speed, pinning him against a concrete pylon.



The Defence Argument



The court heard that the older brother had gone to the grandmother's home to collect personal items following a message from his mother. His legal representative stated that he did not expect his younger brother to be there and that the incident happened amidst a period of extreme family tension and fear. The defence argued that the man acted in a state of panic following alleged prior threats.



Complicating Factors and Bail



Prosecutors noted that the injured brother is a known associate of an outlaw motorcycle gang and is currently unable to assist with the investigation. There were also mentions of a loaded firearm allegedly being present in a vehicle the day before the confrontation.



Read: Works to Begin on Graceville Riverside Parklands Transformation



Magistrate Deborah Vasta acknowledged the seriousness of the charges, which include attempted murder and dangerous driving. However, she granted the man bail under strict conditions. He must wear a GPS tracking device, live at a pre-approved address, and stay at least 700 metres away from the Wynnum unit complex. He is also barred from contacting his brother as the legal process continues.



Published Date 12-May-2026
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A 29-year-old man from Lota has been granted bail after allegedly using a vehicle to strike and critically injure his younger brother during a dispute in the Brisbane bayside area.



Read: More Boots on the Ground for Queensland as Oxley Academy Milestone Met



The incident took place last Sunday afternoon at a unit complex on Chestnut Street, Wynnum. Police reported that a 27-year-old man was struck by a vehicle in the carpark around 12:10 PM.&nbsp;



Emergency services rushed the younger man to the Princess Alexandra Hospital, where he remains in a sedated and critical condition. Medical reports presented to the court indicated the victim suffered catastrophic injuries, including a brain haemorrhage and multiple spinal fractures.



Evidence Presented in Court



During a bail hearing at the Cleveland Magistrates Court on Tuesday, prosecutors showed CCTV footage of the encounter. The video allegedly showed a utility vehicle driving toward the victim multiple times. In one segment, the victim was seen holding a fire extinguisher before the vehicle reportedly returned at speed, pinning him against a concrete pylon.



The Defence Argument



The court heard that the older brother had gone to the grandmother's home to collect personal items following a message from his mother. His legal representative stated that he did not expect his younger brother to be there and that the incident happened amidst a period of extreme family tension and fear. The defence argued that the man acted in a state of panic following alleged prior threats.



Complicating Factors and Bail



Prosecutors noted that the injured brother is a known associate of an outlaw motorcycle gang and is currently unable to assist with the investigation. There were also mentions of a loaded firearm allegedly being present in a vehicle the day before the confrontation.



Read: Works to Begin on Graceville Riverside Parklands Transformation



Magistrate Deborah Vasta acknowledged the seriousness of the charges, which include attempted murder and dangerous driving. However, she granted the man bail under strict conditions. He must wear a GPS tracking device, live at a pre-approved address, and stay at least 700 metres away from the Wynnum unit complex. He is also barred from contacting his brother as the legal process continues.



Published Date 12-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Wynnum Fringe Returns Bigger Than Ever with 200+ Shows, Star-Studded Lineup, and Brand New Acts]]></title>
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Wynnum Fringe is back for its seventh year, returning with what organisers are calling its biggest and boldest program yet. Circus artists, comedians, rock legends and clowns are all descending on the bayside this winter, taking over the iconic Augathella Spiegeltent for three weeks of live performance, late nights, and good times by the water.&nbsp;







Read: Wynnum Fringe 2026 Opens Expressions Of Interest As Queensland Fringe Expands







With more than 200 shows on offer, the award-winning festival is once again making a strong case for Wynnum as Brisbane's cultural destination of the moment.



Running from 25 June to 12 July 2026, the festival has grown into a firm fixture on Queensland's cultural calendar, and this year Wynnum Fringe is stepping into its most ambitious program to date.



Photo supplied



Founder, CEO and Artistic Director Tom Oliver says the festival has hit its stride while staying true to its bayside roots.



"Every year Wynnum Fringe grows a little louder, a little brighter and a little more ambitious. But it's always stayed true to what it is at its core - a place for people to come together and have an incredible time," Oliver said.



"This year's program is packed with everything from major touring artists to emerging independent work and that mix is what keeps it so alive. You can see a headline show and then stumble across something completely unexpected along the way."



Headliners and debuts at Wynnum Fringe 2026



Photo supplied



The 2026 comedy and music lineup reads like a who's-who of Australian entertainment. Arj Barker, Luke McGregor, Mel Buttle and Matt Okine are all on the bill, alongside the Wynnum Fringe Comedy Gala and Bradley McCaw's tribute to the music of Billy Joel.



The headline production turning the most heads is Highway To Hell: The Rock 'N' Roll Circus, a world premiere created exclusively for the festival with a strictly limited run of five performances. The show transforms the Spiegeltent into a 1980s Aussie pub, delivering a high-voltage mix of live music and circus celebrating the golden era of Australian rock.



Photo supplied



Leading the charge are ARIA chart-topper and Australian Idol winner Wes Carr and powerhouse vocalist Mahalia Barnes, backed by an all-star band featuring Matt Smith and Mick Skelton from Thirsty Merc, Ben Rodgers from the Jimmy Barnes Band, and Andrea Krakovska of Pseudo Echo. Circus performers Katrina Louise (Vice The Show) and Melon The Human (Cirque du Soleil) round out the cast.



For Barnes, who is yet to experience the festival firsthand, anticipation is running high.



"Wynnum Fringe is one of those festivals that I've heard so many people talk about, but I've never experienced it firsthand," she said. "The shows have a lot of personality. It feels to me like a festival with real heart and a raw, cheeky energy. I love when a festival has that kind of spirit. It gives the audience and the artists a chance to share something really unique, special and unforgettable. I can't wait to be a part of it."



Also new to the lineup is In Pour Taste, a comedy and wine experience created in partnership with Innocent Bystander, featuring comedians Ethan Cavanagh and Sweeney Preston fresh from a Las Vegas residency, blending sharp comedy with curated wine tasting in an intimate, high-energy setting.



Something for everyone, including the kids



Photo supplied







Families are well catered for, with festival favourites including Circus The Show, All Star Circus, Party Animals, The Greatest Magic Show and A Night at the Musicals all returning, alongside school holiday workshops from Art For Earthlings.



New to 2026 is The Lunchbox Theatre, a dedicated space for independent and offbeat works. One standout is Wynnum Watch, a comedy show inspired by the wonderfully chaotic world of local community Facebook pages, where comedians Emma Zammit and Kat Davidson unpack everything from mysterious helicopters to missing dogs and neighbourhood drama.



Also joining the 2026 program is the debut of the Brisbane Clown Festival, with Andrew Cory curating a three-day lineup of local and interstate artists, giving the new festival a platform to launch in Brisbane for the first time.



Photo supplied



Queensland Minister for the Arts John Paul Langbroek said the festival provides locals and visitors of all ages with unique and high-quality arts experiences.



"The festival champions creativity, provides employment opportunities for artists and arts workers and brings community together with an exciting line-up of cultural events featuring new talent alongside national favourites," Minister Langbroek said.







Read: Wynnum Fringe Sees Huge Support as Bay Pride Draws Massive Crowd







Beyond the performances, festival-goers can enjoy a Rooftop Container Bar, food trucks and a pop-up wine experience, all designed to create a vibrant, social festival hub along the waterfront.



Wynnum Fringe runs 25 June to 12 July 2026. Full program and tickets at wynnumfringe.com.&nbsp;



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Wynnum Fringe is back for its seventh year, returning with what organisers are calling its biggest and boldest program yet. Circus artists, comedians, rock legends and clowns are all descending on the bayside this winter, taking over the iconic Augathella Spiegeltent for three weeks of live performance, late nights, and good times by the water.&nbsp;







Read: Wynnum Fringe 2026 Opens Expressions Of Interest As Queensland Fringe Expands







With more than 200 shows on offer, the award-winning festival is once again making a strong case for Wynnum as Brisbane's cultural destination of the moment.



Running from 25 June to 12 July 2026, the festival has grown into a firm fixture on Queensland's cultural calendar, and this year Wynnum Fringe is stepping into its most ambitious program to date.



Photo supplied



Founder, CEO and Artistic Director Tom Oliver says the festival has hit its stride while staying true to its bayside roots.



"Every year Wynnum Fringe grows a little louder, a little brighter and a little more ambitious. But it's always stayed true to what it is at its core - a place for people to come together and have an incredible time," Oliver said.



"This year's program is packed with everything from major touring artists to emerging independent work and that mix is what keeps it so alive. You can see a headline show and then stumble across something completely unexpected along the way."



Headliners and debuts at Wynnum Fringe 2026



Photo supplied



The 2026 comedy and music lineup reads like a who's-who of Australian entertainment. Arj Barker, Luke McGregor, Mel Buttle and Matt Okine are all on the bill, alongside the Wynnum Fringe Comedy Gala and Bradley McCaw's tribute to the music of Billy Joel.



The headline production turning the most heads is Highway To Hell: The Rock 'N' Roll Circus, a world premiere created exclusively for the festival with a strictly limited run of five performances. The show transforms the Spiegeltent into a 1980s Aussie pub, delivering a high-voltage mix of live music and circus celebrating the golden era of Australian rock.



Photo supplied



Leading the charge are ARIA chart-topper and Australian Idol winner Wes Carr and powerhouse vocalist Mahalia Barnes, backed by an all-star band featuring Matt Smith and Mick Skelton from Thirsty Merc, Ben Rodgers from the Jimmy Barnes Band, and Andrea Krakovska of Pseudo Echo. Circus performers Katrina Louise (Vice The Show) and Melon The Human (Cirque du Soleil) round out the cast.



For Barnes, who is yet to experience the festival firsthand, anticipation is running high.



"Wynnum Fringe is one of those festivals that I've heard so many people talk about, but I've never experienced it firsthand," she said. "The shows have a lot of personality. It feels to me like a festival with real heart and a raw, cheeky energy. I love when a festival has that kind of spirit. It gives the audience and the artists a chance to share something really unique, special and unforgettable. I can't wait to be a part of it."



Also new to the lineup is In Pour Taste, a comedy and wine experience created in partnership with Innocent Bystander, featuring comedians Ethan Cavanagh and Sweeney Preston fresh from a Las Vegas residency, blending sharp comedy with curated wine tasting in an intimate, high-energy setting.



Something for everyone, including the kids



Photo supplied







Families are well catered for, with festival favourites including Circus The Show, All Star Circus, Party Animals, The Greatest Magic Show and A Night at the Musicals all returning, alongside school holiday workshops from Art For Earthlings.



New to 2026 is The Lunchbox Theatre, a dedicated space for independent and offbeat works. One standout is Wynnum Watch, a comedy show inspired by the wonderfully chaotic world of local community Facebook pages, where comedians Emma Zammit and Kat Davidson unpack everything from mysterious helicopters to missing dogs and neighbourhood drama.



Also joining the 2026 program is the debut of the Brisbane Clown Festival, with Andrew Cory curating a three-day lineup of local and interstate artists, giving the new festival a platform to launch in Brisbane for the first time.



Photo supplied



Queensland Minister for the Arts John Paul Langbroek said the festival provides locals and visitors of all ages with unique and high-quality arts experiences.



"The festival champions creativity, provides employment opportunities for artists and arts workers and brings community together with an exciting line-up of cultural events featuring new talent alongside national favourites," Minister Langbroek said.







Read: Wynnum Fringe Sees Huge Support as Bay Pride Draws Massive Crowd







Beyond the performances, festival-goers can enjoy a Rooftop Container Bar, food trucks and a pop-up wine experience, all designed to create a vibrant, social festival hub along the waterfront.



Wynnum Fringe runs 25 June to 12 July 2026. Full program and tickets at wynnumfringe.com.&nbsp;



Published 11-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 8-10 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68 &nbsp; | &nbsp; North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38 &nbsp; | &nbsp; WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Revisit the Little Hawthorne Rituals Locals Know by Heart Through Love Local Hawthorne]]></title>
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Whether you live in Hawthorne or just find yourself there often, the coming weeks are the perfect excuse to revisit the neighbourhood rituals that make local life feel effortless.



There is a particular kind of luxury in living near a precinct that quietly makes life easier.



Not the flashy kind, but the sort that reveals itself in smaller, more useful ways. A morning coffee that doesn’t require a detour, lunch that can be arranged on a whim, a beauty appointment squeezed into an otherwise impossible week, dinner solved on the way home, and perhaps even the beginnings of a holiday plan, all without needing to venture far.



That, in many ways, is Hawthorne’s quiet appeal.



It is also the thinking behind Love Local Hawthorne, a Brisbane City Council-supported initiative designed to celebrate the businesses that shape everyday life in the suburb's shopping precinct; and to encourage locals, along with those who regularly find themselves here, to reconnect with the neighbourhood over the coming weeks.



Because while campaigns come and go, the strongest neighbourhoods are rarely built on promotions alone. They are built on habit, familiarity, convenience, and the places that gradually become part of how life is lived.







A little extra reason to stay local



For the next few weeks, Hawthorne’s familiar rituals will come with added incentives, thanks to Love Local Hawthorne.



From coffee and casual lunches to wellness appointments, practical errands and future holiday plans, participating businesses are offering local perks up to June 7.



For those who frequent the suburb's neighbourhood shops, here's a glimpse of how a typical Hawthorne week could go these days.



Monday: Mornings Made Better



Once the chaos of Monday morning school drop-off has been navigated, a quick glance at one's inbox and calendar makes it easy to decide that coffee is not optional. A trip to The Paper Cup would be a great start to the day.



The appeal of The Paper Cup is not simply the caffeine, although that certainly helps. It is the familiarity of a genuinely local café, the kind where a quick stop can stretch into a few extra minutes because there is no urgent reason to rush off elsewhere.



For some, this is the pre-work ritual. For others, the quiet pause between one obligation and the next. Either way, every neighbourhood has a place like this.




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        The Paper Cup Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a 5% DISCOUNT on any coffee purchase, available on weekdays only. Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Tuesday: The Text That Turns Into Lunch



Tuesday often begins with better intentions than it ends with.



Somewhere between errands and emails, a message appears.



Are you nearby? Quick lunch?



In some suburbs, spontaneity requires planning. Hawthorne has the advantage of making an easy yes genuinely easy.



Izakaya Haiiro is exactly the sort of place that suits that kind of lunch. Relaxed enough to feel unforced, polished enough that it still feels like an occasion, even if the occasion is simply escaping the day for an hour.




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        Izakaya Haiiro
      
    


  A Japanese robatayaki restaurant and bar.
  Enjoy FREE DRINKS OR DISCOUNTS for lunch, available before 5pm. 
Available until 7 June.


    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Wednesday: The Case for Dessert



By midweek, most people can make a fairly convincing argument for a treat.



To get past the hump, naturally.



Whether that means an after-school gelato run, dessert after dinner, or simply surrendering to the logic that a Wednesday afternoon improves considerably with something sweet, Sweet Tooth exists for exactly these moments.



The best neighbourhood rituals are rarely grand. They are often built around small indulgences that somehow become expected.




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        Sweet Tooth Gelato & Dessert Bar
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE 500ml house-made flavoured milk with any dessert purchase.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
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Thursday: Life Admin, But Better



There are days when practicality reasserts itself.



Your next pair of trendy sunnies. Much-needed help for the glasses that have been sitting crooked for weeks. The vague promise to finally replace tired frames. The errand that would feel disproportionately annoying if it required a dedicated trip elsewhere.



This is where good neighbourhoods quietly prove their worth.



At East Vision Optometry, the practical becomes less of a production. You pop in to pick up those sunnies you've had your eye on or sort out your prescription or have fun with the latest coloured contacts and stylish eyewear, to add zing to your look.



That, frankly, is how having fun while shopping usually goes.




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      Learn More About Them
    
  





Friday: Dinner, Decided



By Friday evening, ambition tends to be in short supply.



No one particularly wants to cook. No one wants a complicated discussion about options either.



This is where dependable local favourites earn their place.



Fish Boy is the kind of solution people return to because it removes friction from the end of a long week. Dinner appears without much deliberation, which is often exactly the point.



And because Friday evening tends to improve with something worth pouring into a glass, Liquor Legends naturally becomes part of the same equation.



A bottle for dinner. Something chilled for the weekend. Perhaps both.



The point is not extravagance. It is convenience with slightly better taste.




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        Fish Boy Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a free serve of calamari when you spend $25 or more.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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        Liquor Legends
      
    

    
      Spend $30 or more on any wine* in store and receive a 10% discount.
      Available until 7 June.

        *Purchased wine must not already be in special or not already discounted.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Saturday: The Weekend Reset



Saturday tends to split people into camps.



There are those who begin the day with movement and those who sincerely admire them from a comfortable distance.



Studio Pilates caters beautifully to the first group, and perhaps aspirationally to the second.



A reformer class before brunch creates the impression of remarkable self-discipline, regardless of what follows.




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        Studio Pilates Hawthorne
      
    

    
     Receive a FREE Orientation Workout upon purchase of an Intro Offer for new clients, plus 10% off 10-Class Passes.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





For others, restoration takes a different form.



A remedial massage that has been postponed for too long. The beauty appointment that keeps slipping down the list. The sort of practical self-maintenance that becomes far easier to justify when it is close, familiar and easy to fold into the day.



Adore Beauty and Wellness and Hawthorne Skin &amp; Beauty both fit neatly into that version of weekend life.




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        Adore Beauty and Wellness
      
    

    
      Your choice of a FREE lash tint or brow wax with a Keratin Lash Lift, 
or 15 minutes of additional time for remedial massage bookings.
      Available until 30 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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        Hawthorne Skin & Beauty
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE eyebrow wax ($58 value!) with any $69 Skin Consultation.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Sunday: Slow Coffee, Open Calendars



By Sunday, life slows just enough for bigger conversations.



The coffee lingers. Diaries come out. Someone inevitably asks whether this is finally the year to book that holiday everyone has been vaguely discussing for months.



Travel Associates may not feature in the same way a local café does, but it belongs in the same broader ecosystem of neighbourhood convenience, where even larger plans can begin close to home.



A tropical escape, Europe, somewhere with better weather, or simply the pleasure of imagining it for a while.




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        Travel Associates Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE bottle of French Champagne for any international holiday booked and deposited during the campaign.
      Available until 7 June.
      
        Booking must include airfares and at least one land component.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Love Local Hawthorne may be the reason to revisit these businesses over the coming weeks, but the real appeal of a place like Hawthorne's shopping precinct has very little to do with promotions.



It is the ease of knowing good coffee is close; dinner can be solved without fuss; and life’s smaller errands would likely not require a half-day commitment.



The best neighbourhoods are the ones that quietly make ordinary life feel better.



Published 20-May-2026



Love Local Hawthorne is a Proud Promotional Partner of Brisbane Suburbs Online News. This is an advertorial. 




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Whether you live in Hawthorne or just find yourself there often, the coming weeks are the perfect excuse to revisit the neighbourhood rituals that make local life feel effortless.



There is a particular kind of luxury in living near a precinct that quietly makes life easier.



Not the flashy kind, but the sort that reveals itself in smaller, more useful ways. A morning coffee that doesn’t require a detour, lunch that can be arranged on a whim, a beauty appointment squeezed into an otherwise impossible week, dinner solved on the way home, and perhaps even the beginnings of a holiday plan, all without needing to venture far.



That, in many ways, is Hawthorne’s quiet appeal.



It is also the thinking behind Love Local Hawthorne, a Brisbane City Council-supported initiative designed to celebrate the businesses that shape everyday life in the suburb's shopping precinct; and to encourage locals, along with those who regularly find themselves here, to reconnect with the neighbourhood over the coming weeks.



Because while campaigns come and go, the strongest neighbourhoods are rarely built on promotions alone. They are built on habit, familiarity, convenience, and the places that gradually become part of how life is lived.







A little extra reason to stay local



For the next few weeks, Hawthorne’s familiar rituals will come with added incentives, thanks to Love Local Hawthorne.



From coffee and casual lunches to wellness appointments, practical errands and future holiday plans, participating businesses are offering local perks up to June 7.



For those who frequent the suburb's neighbourhood shops, here's a glimpse of how a typical Hawthorne week could go these days.



Monday: Mornings Made Better



Once the chaos of Monday morning school drop-off has been navigated, a quick glance at one's inbox and calendar makes it easy to decide that coffee is not optional. A trip to The Paper Cup would be a great start to the day.



The appeal of The Paper Cup is not simply the caffeine, although that certainly helps. It is the familiarity of a genuinely local café, the kind where a quick stop can stretch into a few extra minutes because there is no urgent reason to rush off elsewhere.



For some, this is the pre-work ritual. For others, the quiet pause between one obligation and the next. Either way, every neighbourhood has a place like this.




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        The Paper Cup Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a 5% DISCOUNT on any coffee purchase, available on weekdays only. Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Tuesday: The Text That Turns Into Lunch



Tuesday often begins with better intentions than it ends with.



Somewhere between errands and emails, a message appears.



Are you nearby? Quick lunch?



In some suburbs, spontaneity requires planning. Hawthorne has the advantage of making an easy yes genuinely easy.



Izakaya Haiiro is exactly the sort of place that suits that kind of lunch. Relaxed enough to feel unforced, polished enough that it still feels like an occasion, even if the occasion is simply escaping the day for an hour.




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        Izakaya Haiiro
      
    


  A Japanese robatayaki restaurant and bar.
  Enjoy FREE DRINKS OR DISCOUNTS for lunch, available before 5pm. 
Available until 7 June.


    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Wednesday: The Case for Dessert



By midweek, most people can make a fairly convincing argument for a treat.



To get past the hump, naturally.



Whether that means an after-school gelato run, dessert after dinner, or simply surrendering to the logic that a Wednesday afternoon improves considerably with something sweet, Sweet Tooth exists for exactly these moments.



The best neighbourhood rituals are rarely grand. They are often built around small indulgences that somehow become expected.




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        Sweet Tooth Gelato & Dessert Bar
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE 500ml house-made flavoured milk with any dessert purchase.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Thursday: Life Admin, But Better



There are days when practicality reasserts itself.



Your next pair of trendy sunnies. Much-needed help for the glasses that have been sitting crooked for weeks. The vague promise to finally replace tired frames. The errand that would feel disproportionately annoying if it required a dedicated trip elsewhere.



This is where good neighbourhoods quietly prove their worth.



At East Vision Optometry, the practical becomes less of a production. You pop in to pick up those sunnies you've had your eye on or sort out your prescription or have fun with the latest coloured contacts and stylish eyewear, to add zing to your look.



That, frankly, is how having fun while shopping usually goes.




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        East Vision Optometry
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE glasses maintenance service and a FREE cleaning kit for selected purchases. Available until 7 June.
      
        Please note replacement parts or lenses will incur an extra cost.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Friday: Dinner, Decided



By Friday evening, ambition tends to be in short supply.



No one particularly wants to cook. No one wants a complicated discussion about options either.



This is where dependable local favourites earn their place.



Fish Boy is the kind of solution people return to because it removes friction from the end of a long week. Dinner appears without much deliberation, which is often exactly the point.



And because Friday evening tends to improve with something worth pouring into a glass, Liquor Legends naturally becomes part of the same equation.



A bottle for dinner. Something chilled for the weekend. Perhaps both.



The point is not extravagance. It is convenience with slightly better taste.




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        Fish Boy Hawthorne
      
    

    
      Enjoy a free serve of calamari when you spend $25 or more.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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        Liquor Legends
      
    

    
      Spend $30 or more on any wine* in store and receive a 10% discount.
      Available until 7 June.

        *Purchased wine must not already be in special or not already discounted.
      
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Saturday: The Weekend Reset



Saturday tends to split people into camps.



There are those who begin the day with movement and those who sincerely admire them from a comfortable distance.



Studio Pilates caters beautifully to the first group, and perhaps aspirationally to the second.



A reformer class before brunch creates the impression of remarkable self-discipline, regardless of what follows.




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        Studio Pilates Hawthorne
      
    

    
     Receive a FREE Orientation Workout upon purchase of an Intro Offer for new clients, plus 10% off 10-Class Passes.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





For others, restoration takes a different form.



A remedial massage that has been postponed for too long. The beauty appointment that keeps slipping down the list. The sort of practical self-maintenance that becomes far easier to justify when it is close, familiar and easy to fold into the day.



Adore Beauty and Wellness and Hawthorne Skin &amp; Beauty both fit neatly into that version of weekend life.




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        Adore Beauty and Wellness
      
    

    
      Your choice of a FREE lash tint or brow wax with a Keratin Lash Lift, 
or 15 minutes of additional time for remedial massage bookings.
      Available until 30 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  










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        Hawthorne Skin & Beauty
      
    

    
      Enjoy a FREE eyebrow wax ($58 value!) with any $69 Skin Consultation.
      Available until 7 June.
    

    
      Learn More About Them
    
  





Sunday: Slow Coffee, Open Calendars



By Sunday, life slows just enough for bigger conversations.



The coffee lingers. Diaries come out. Someone inevitably asks whether this is finally the year to book that holiday everyone has been vaguely discussing for months.



Travel Associates may not feature in the same way a local café does, but it belongs in the same broader ecosystem of neighbourhood convenience, where even larger plans can begin close to home.



A tropical escape, Europe, somewhere with better weather, or simply the pleasure of imagining it for a while.




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It is the ease of knowing good coffee is close; dinner can be solved without fuss; and life’s smaller errands would likely not require a half-day commitment.



The best neighbourhoods are the ones that quietly make ordinary life feel better.



Published 20-May-2026



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<title><![CDATA[He Travelled to Belgium to Find the Great-Uncle He Never Knew]]></title>
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For most Australians, Anzac Day is something observed close to home — at a dawn service, a local memorial, or in a quiet personal ritual. For Bulimba resident David Wood, this year’s commemoration took him to Belgium, where he stood at Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery and found the grave of a great-uncle whose story had only recently come into focus.



Like many family histories, the details had faded over time.



What Wood eventually uncovered was the story of two brothers from Wellcamp, west of Toowoomba, whose wartime experiences took very different paths.













Robert Ralston fought at Gallipoli and returned home after being wounded and discharged. It was after Robert’s return that his younger brother, Guy Walter Ralston, enlisted and was later sent to the Western Front as a gunner with the Australian Field Artillery’s 13th Brigade.



On 4 October 1917, during the Battle of Broodseinde near Ypres, Guy was seriously wounded by shrapnel from an enemy shell and died later that day at the age of 28. He was buried at Lijssenthoek, near the field hospital where he was taken.



For Wood, tracing that history meant travelling halfway around the world on Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours’ Anzac Day on the Western Front itinerary, a 10-day journey through northern France and Belgium exploring sites tied to Australia’s First World War history.



“It’s only in the last few years that I learned about my great-uncles Robert and Guy Ralston,” he said.



“Seeing the fields where Guy fought, and finding his grave among so many others on the Western Front, was a very moving and humbling experience.”



What might read as military history on paper became something much more immediate in person.



Where the War Still Feels Close



WWI trench on the Western Front. Photo credit: Supplied



The Western Front does not lend itself to abstraction.



Even now, the landscape carries visible reminders of what unfolded there. Preserved trench systems remain in place. Large craters still interrupt otherwise quiet countryside. In some places, the physical scars of war have outlasted living memory.



Wood’s itinerary included battlefield sites, memorials and places behind the lines, among them Talbot House in Poperinge, founded during the war as a refuge where soldiers could briefly step away from the front.



While Gallipoli looms large in Australia’s national memory, it was on the Western Front that the country endured its greatest wartime losses. Yet for many Australians, the stories tied to France and Belgium remain less prominent in public memory, despite the scale of sacrifice there.



Reading about Ypres or Villers-Bretonneux is one thing. Walking those same places, with the benefit of context and time to absorb what happened there, is something else entirely.



Beneath the Menin Gate



One of the most significant moments of the trip came in Ypres, beneath the Menin Gate Memorial.



Menin Gate memorial. Photo credit: Supplied



Each evening, the Last Post is sounded there in one of the region’s most recognised acts of remembrance, drawing visitors from around the world.



The Last Post ceremony has been held at the Menin Gate since 1928, becoming one of the most enduring traditions of remembrance on the former Western Front.



The Menin Gate at Ypres. Photo Credit: Supplied



Wood was not simply among the crowd. Alongside fellow travellers Jo and Gary, he laid a wreath during the commemorative service on behalf of their group.



Commemmorative service at the Menin Gate. Photo Credit: Supplied



David Wood, with fellow travellers Jo and Gary,  holding a wreath to lay at the Menin Gate in Ypres. Photo Credit: Supplied



Experiences like that are difficult to replicate independently, not simply because of the logistics involved, but because much of their meaning comes from understanding the stories attached to each site.



Some travellers arrive with a long-standing interest in military history. Others come with a name in the family tree and questions they want answered.



Sometimes, those motivations overlap.



A Different Kind of Anzac Day



Dawn service at Villers-Bretonneux. Photo Credit: Supplied



Australia’s connection to the Western Front can feel distant compared with Gallipoli, yet for many families, that chapter of history sits much closer than they realise.



For Wood, the trip turned family history into something tangible.



Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours has released its 2027 Anzac Day journeys, including Western Front itineraries for travellers wanting to explore the places where so much of Australia’s wartime story unfolded.



For those with their own family military connection — or simply a desire to understand those places more deeply — the Western Front offers a perspective that is difficult to grasp from history books alone.



Published 18-May-2026
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For most Australians, Anzac Day is something observed close to home — at a dawn service, a local memorial, or in a quiet personal ritual. For Bulimba resident David Wood, this year’s commemoration took him to Belgium, where he stood at Lijssenthoek Military Cemetery and found the grave of a great-uncle whose story had only recently come into focus.



Like many family histories, the details had faded over time.



What Wood eventually uncovered was the story of two brothers from Wellcamp, west of Toowoomba, whose wartime experiences took very different paths.













Robert Ralston fought at Gallipoli and returned home after being wounded and discharged. It was after Robert’s return that his younger brother, Guy Walter Ralston, enlisted and was later sent to the Western Front as a gunner with the Australian Field Artillery’s 13th Brigade.



On 4 October 1917, during the Battle of Broodseinde near Ypres, Guy was seriously wounded by shrapnel from an enemy shell and died later that day at the age of 28. He was buried at Lijssenthoek, near the field hospital where he was taken.



For Wood, tracing that history meant travelling halfway around the world on Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours’ Anzac Day on the Western Front itinerary, a 10-day journey through northern France and Belgium exploring sites tied to Australia’s First World War history.



“It’s only in the last few years that I learned about my great-uncles Robert and Guy Ralston,” he said.



“Seeing the fields where Guy fought, and finding his grave among so many others on the Western Front, was a very moving and humbling experience.”



What might read as military history on paper became something much more immediate in person.



Where the War Still Feels Close



WWI trench on the Western Front. Photo credit: Supplied



The Western Front does not lend itself to abstraction.



Even now, the landscape carries visible reminders of what unfolded there. Preserved trench systems remain in place. Large craters still interrupt otherwise quiet countryside. In some places, the physical scars of war have outlasted living memory.



Wood’s itinerary included battlefield sites, memorials and places behind the lines, among them Talbot House in Poperinge, founded during the war as a refuge where soldiers could briefly step away from the front.



While Gallipoli looms large in Australia’s national memory, it was on the Western Front that the country endured its greatest wartime losses. Yet for many Australians, the stories tied to France and Belgium remain less prominent in public memory, despite the scale of sacrifice there.



Reading about Ypres or Villers-Bretonneux is one thing. Walking those same places, with the benefit of context and time to absorb what happened there, is something else entirely.



Beneath the Menin Gate



One of the most significant moments of the trip came in Ypres, beneath the Menin Gate Memorial.



Menin Gate memorial. Photo credit: Supplied



Each evening, the Last Post is sounded there in one of the region’s most recognised acts of remembrance, drawing visitors from around the world.



The Last Post ceremony has been held at the Menin Gate since 1928, becoming one of the most enduring traditions of remembrance on the former Western Front.



The Menin Gate at Ypres. Photo Credit: Supplied



Wood was not simply among the crowd. Alongside fellow travellers Jo and Gary, he laid a wreath during the commemorative service on behalf of their group.



Commemmorative service at the Menin Gate. Photo Credit: Supplied



David Wood, with fellow travellers Jo and Gary,  holding a wreath to lay at the Menin Gate in Ypres. Photo Credit: Supplied



Experiences like that are difficult to replicate independently, not simply because of the logistics involved, but because much of their meaning comes from understanding the stories attached to each site.



Some travellers arrive with a long-standing interest in military history. Others come with a name in the family tree and questions they want answered.



Sometimes, those motivations overlap.



A Different Kind of Anzac Day



Dawn service at Villers-Bretonneux. Photo Credit: Supplied



Australia’s connection to the Western Front can feel distant compared with Gallipoli, yet for many families, that chapter of history sits much closer than they realise.



For Wood, the trip turned family history into something tangible.



Mat McLachlan Battlefield Tours has released its 2027 Anzac Day journeys, including Western Front itineraries for travellers wanting to explore the places where so much of Australia’s wartime story unfolded.



For those with their own family military connection — or simply a desire to understand those places more deeply — the Western Front offers a perspective that is difficult to grasp from history books alone.



Published 18-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[New Plans Submitted for Large Retirement Living Project on Lytton Road]]></title>
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Fresh plans for a major retirement village in Balmoral are currently being reviewed following the submission of updated designs for the Lytton Road site.



Read: Lytton Road Balmoral Retirement Facility Seeks Minor Changes to Approved Development



The proposal (DA A006935123) at 57 Andrew Street and 91 Lytton Road, lodged by Levande Pty Ltd, seeks to increase the number of units from 177 to 206 while addressing concerns about building height and local privacy.&nbsp;



New documents submitted to Council in late April show the project has progressed into a “Further Issues Response” stage, where the developer has provided updated architectural plans, planning reports and technical assessments following requests for additional information from council officers.



Council Requests More Detail on Height, Setbacks and Streetscape



According to the planning response prepared by Urbis, the revised development continues to comply with Brisbane’s Retirement and Residential Care Facility Code despite several changes to the approved design.



Council’s further information request focused on issues including building setbacks, staging, streetscape appearance, internal separation distances and the relationship between the development and surrounding residential properties.



In response, the applicant submitted updated elevations, cross-sections and setback comparisons between the previously approved scheme and the revised proposal. Along Andrew Street, one building setback would reduce from about 10.6 metres to about 7.9 metres. Other boundaries show revised separations intended to improve internal site circulation and building arrangement.







Photo Credit: DA A006935123



The updated plans also confirm modest changes to building heights. According to the applicant’s response, the maximum increase in height compared with the earlier approval is about 0.8 metres. One building along the Lytton Road frontage would become slightly lower than originally approved.



The applicant argues these changes would not result in material additional overshadowing impacts on neighbouring properties.



Revised Layout Expands Independent Living Units to 206



The updated proposal retains a multi-building layout across the sloping Balmoral site, with buildings arranged around landscaped communal open spaces and internal pedestrian connections. Shared facilities include lounges, dining areas, a cinema, library, rooftop terrace, pool terrace and games areas.



Plans show the project would deliver 206 apartments across four buildings identified as Buildings A, B, C and D. The apartment mix includes two-bedroom, two-bedroom-plus and three-bedroom units, along with larger premium apartments.



Photo Credit: DA A006935123



Architectural drawings indicate the revised scheme consolidates built form toward the centre of the site while maintaining landscaped setbacks around neighbouring properties. Existing vegetation within conservation areas is proposed to remain.



The project would be delivered in three stages. Planning documents outline apartment numbers, communal open space and landscaping allocations for each stage of construction.



Parking and Access Changes Remain Part of Assessment



Traffic access arrangements largely remain consistent with the earlier proposal. Vehicle access would continue from both Lytton Road and Bolan Street, with plans retaining a left-in, left-out arrangement on Lytton Road and extending median kerbing to restrict turning movements.



Updated parking schedules show the development would provide 442 on-site parking spaces across basement and lower levels, including resident, visitor, staff, accessible and service vehicle parking.



The applicant states the revised layout improves internal circulation and reduces driveway impacts along Lytton Road.



Read: Meet the Bulimba Boy Turning Dog Park Visits Into a Growing Business



The development remains subject to assessment and no final decision has yet been published.



Published 14-May-2026
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Fresh plans for a major retirement village in Balmoral are currently being reviewed following the submission of updated designs for the Lytton Road site.



Read: Lytton Road Balmoral Retirement Facility Seeks Minor Changes to Approved Development



The proposal (DA A006935123) at 57 Andrew Street and 91 Lytton Road, lodged by Levande Pty Ltd, seeks to increase the number of units from 177 to 206 while addressing concerns about building height and local privacy.&nbsp;



New documents submitted to Council in late April show the project has progressed into a “Further Issues Response” stage, where the developer has provided updated architectural plans, planning reports and technical assessments following requests for additional information from council officers.



Council Requests More Detail on Height, Setbacks and Streetscape



According to the planning response prepared by Urbis, the revised development continues to comply with Brisbane’s Retirement and Residential Care Facility Code despite several changes to the approved design.



Council’s further information request focused on issues including building setbacks, staging, streetscape appearance, internal separation distances and the relationship between the development and surrounding residential properties.



In response, the applicant submitted updated elevations, cross-sections and setback comparisons between the previously approved scheme and the revised proposal. Along Andrew Street, one building setback would reduce from about 10.6 metres to about 7.9 metres. Other boundaries show revised separations intended to improve internal site circulation and building arrangement.







Photo Credit: DA A006935123



The updated plans also confirm modest changes to building heights. According to the applicant’s response, the maximum increase in height compared with the earlier approval is about 0.8 metres. One building along the Lytton Road frontage would become slightly lower than originally approved.



The applicant argues these changes would not result in material additional overshadowing impacts on neighbouring properties.



Revised Layout Expands Independent Living Units to 206



The updated proposal retains a multi-building layout across the sloping Balmoral site, with buildings arranged around landscaped communal open spaces and internal pedestrian connections. Shared facilities include lounges, dining areas, a cinema, library, rooftop terrace, pool terrace and games areas.



Plans show the project would deliver 206 apartments across four buildings identified as Buildings A, B, C and D. The apartment mix includes two-bedroom, two-bedroom-plus and three-bedroom units, along with larger premium apartments.



Photo Credit: DA A006935123



Architectural drawings indicate the revised scheme consolidates built form toward the centre of the site while maintaining landscaped setbacks around neighbouring properties. Existing vegetation within conservation areas is proposed to remain.



The project would be delivered in three stages. Planning documents outline apartment numbers, communal open space and landscaping allocations for each stage of construction.



Parking and Access Changes Remain Part of Assessment



Traffic access arrangements largely remain consistent with the earlier proposal. Vehicle access would continue from both Lytton Road and Bolan Street, with plans retaining a left-in, left-out arrangement on Lytton Road and extending median kerbing to restrict turning movements.



Updated parking schedules show the development would provide 442 on-site parking spaces across basement and lower levels, including resident, visitor, staff, accessible and service vehicle parking.



The applicant states the revised layout improves internal circulation and reduces driveway impacts along Lytton Road.



Read: Meet the Bulimba Boy Turning Dog Park Visits Into a Growing Business



The development remains subject to assessment and no final decision has yet been published.



Published 14-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 8-10 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 1-3 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Spencer Park) – A-League Women – Semi-Finals • Brisbane Roar FC 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wellington Phoenix FC 1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Marvel Stadium) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Round 8 • Essendon 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 143



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFL – Round 5 • Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFL Seniors 99



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Graham Road) – QAFL – Round 5 • Aspley QAFL Seniors 113 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 57



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFL – Round 5 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 164 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Sherwood QAFL Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 39 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Morningside QAFLW Seniors 34 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 38



FQPL1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Robina Common) – FQPL1 Men – Round 9 • Robina City Postponed &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks Postponed



NPL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Lions FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 2



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Perry Park) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Souths Strikers 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1











Sat, May 2, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Round 3 • Southern Districts Spartans 84 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 81



• Southern Districts Spartans 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 109
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AFL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Spencer Park) – A-League Women – Semi-Finals • Brisbane Roar FC 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wellington Phoenix FC 1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Marvel Stadium) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Round 8 • Essendon 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 143



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFL – Round 5 • Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFL Seniors 99



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Graham Road) – QAFL – Round 5 • Aspley QAFL Seniors 113 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 57



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFL – Round 5 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 164 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Sherwood QAFL Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 39 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Morningside QAFLW Seniors 34 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 38



FQPL1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Robina Common) – FQPL1 Men – Round 9 • Robina City Postponed &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks Postponed



NPL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Lions FC 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Eastern Suburbs 2



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Perry Park) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Souths Strikers 0 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Capalaba FC 1











Sat, May 2, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Round 3 • Southern Districts Spartans 84 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 81



• Southern Districts Spartans 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 109
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<title><![CDATA[Maroons Heartbreak As Blues Rip Origin I Away In Stunning Sydney Comeback]]></title>
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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MATCH REPORT



Published 27-May-2026







Read the Match Preview







Devastating for the Maroons at Accor Stadium in Origin I.



Kalyn Ponga’s sending off in a decision that immediately sparked controversy proved an enormous turning point. Andrew Johns was critical of the decision during commentary. It swung hard-fought momentum against Queensland, and the Blues produced an extraordinary final-minute play, with James Tedesco catching, juggling and grounding Nathan Cleary’s bomb.



For much of the night, Queensland looked in control.



Not just ahead on the scoreboard — in control of the contest itself. Their line speed was sharp, their middle forwards were winning collisions, Harry Grant was asking questions around the ruck, and Sam Walker, on debut in the most pressurised arena the game can offer, looked remarkably composed.



Then Origin did what Origin does.



It twisted.



A night that had looked set to become a major statement for Billy Slater instead became a brutal lesson in how quickly interstate football can turn when momentum shifts and belief takes hold.



Queensland led 20-0 after 20 minutes. They were still 20-6 ahead deep into the second half. And yet somehow, they walked away beaten 22-20.



That is the sort of loss that lingers.







Queensland Landed Every Early Blow



If there were doubts about Ponga getting the nod over Reece Walsh, or whether Walker was ready for this level, Queensland answered them quickly.



Robert Toia struck first in the ninth minute after early pressure forced the Blues into errors, and Walker converted.



It got worse for New South Wales from there.



Thomas Flegler, all aggression and direct running, punched through in the 14th minute after Queensland had started owning the middle. Selwyn Cobbo had already done damage with a strong carry in the lead-up, and the Blues suddenly looked rattled.



A few minutes later, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow crossed as Queensland continued to punish sloppy New South Wales football.



Walker never missed.



By the time he added a penalty goal in the 20th minute, the Maroons were 20-0 up, and Accor Stadium had gone from loud to uneasy.



Queensland weren’t just scoring. They were dictating the terms.



Munster was playing direct. Grant was probing. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Flegler were bending the line. Even defensively, the Maroons looked connected and aggressive.



At that point, it genuinely felt like the Blues were in serious trouble.



New South Wales Hang Around



Origin, though, rarely gives you a clean night.



Hudson Young’s try in the 27th minute finally gave the Blues something tangible to work with, trimming the margin to 20-6 after Cleary’s conversion.



Even then, Queensland still looked the more settled side.



They defended repeat pressure well enough and took that lead into half-time without looking especially rattled. But if you were watching closely, there were hints the game was changing shape.



The Blues had started to spend more time in Queensland territory. Their attack still lacked polish, but the game had become less comfortable than the scoreboard suggested.



And once that happens in Origin, strange things tend to follow.



The Turning Point That Changed Everything



The defining moment came just before the hour mark.



Ponga was sent off for a shoulder charge in a decision that immediately lit up debate.



Whether you agreed with it or not, the practical effect was obvious. Queensland suddenly had to survive a critical passage under enormous pressure, a man short, against a side that had finally found some rhythm.



The Blues took advantage.



Ethan Strange crossed in the 62nd minute after Stephen Crichton’s break opened the Maroons up, although Cleary’s missed conversion meant Queensland still had breathing room at 20-10.



But the feel of the match had changed completely.



The crowd sensed it. The Blues sensed it. Queensland, perhaps, sensed it too.



Cleary’s 40/20 in the 70th minute was the moment the pressure became suffocating. It was a champion’s play, the kind that flips field position and emotional momentum in one strike.



Seconds later, he backed it up by slicing through himself.



20-16.



Now the Maroons were no longer managing a lead. They were trying to survive.



Queensland Let The Game Slip



The temptation will be to make this all about the Ponga send-off.



It was enormous. Lose a player in Origin, against a side with Nathan Cleary pulling the strings, and the pressure changes instantly.



But Queensland still had chances to steady themselves.



Instead, just when composure mattered most, the mistakes crept in.



Robert Toia lost the ball. Harry Grant conceded a costly penalty. Selwyn Cobbo came up with an error. Jojo Fifita spilled possession.



None of those moments, on their own, decide a match.



Together, though, they handed New South Wales exactly what it needed — territory, repeat sets, and belief.



That’s how these games can turn. Not always in one dramatic flash, but in small moments where control slips away and suddenly the team chasing starts to smell something.



By the time Cleary launched that final bomb, Queensland no longer looked like a side closing out a win. They looked like a side trying desperately to survive.



And when Tedesco somehow came down with it — juggling, regathering, grounding — it felt like the kind of moment Origin keeps in its vault for years.



Queensland will argue the turning point. They’ll replay the send-off. They’ll point to what might have been.



But the harder truth is this: they had this game.



And they let it get away.







MATCH PREVIEW



Published 26-May-2026







Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow







The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy Slater
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 22-24 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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AFL



Toyota AFL Premiership



Sun, May 24, 2026 (ENGIE Stadium, Sydney • Wangal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 11 • GWS Giants 166 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 88







TPIL Lawyers QAFL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Labrador QAFL Seniors 40   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 142



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sir Bruce Small Park / Kallibr Homes Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 8 • Surfers Paradise QAFL Seniors 112   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 36







NPL



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Meakin Park-Field 1) – NPL – Men – Round 12 • Brisbane Roar B 1   |   Eastern Suburbs 3



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Coplicks Family Sports Park (Gold Coast United)-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 15 • Gold Coast United 2   |   Eastern Suburbs 1











NBL1 North



NBL1 North



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 100 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 88



Fri, May 22, 2026 (Auchenflower Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • Brisbane Capitals 78 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Northside Wizards 87



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 82   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 95



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 6 • South West Metro Pirates 68   |   North Gold Coast Seahawks 75











QRL



Sat, May 23, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Sunshine Coast Falcons 38   |   WM Seagulls 30



Sun, May 24, 2026 (Premiers' Park, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 10 • Norths Devils 16   |   Brisbane Tigers 24




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<title><![CDATA[Moreton Bay Colleges MTB Team Rides from Manly to First Overall]]></title>
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Mud, technical trails and a field of more than 360 competitors set the stage for a standout day for Manly’s Moreton Bay Colleges Mountain Bike Team, which finished first overall at the Rocky Trail Academy Brisbane Schools Competition.



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Manly Riders Rise Through The Mud at Mt Cotton



For the Moreton Bay Colleges Mountain Bike Team, the Brisbane Schools Competition was not just a test of speed. It was a test of control, endurance and composure across muddy tracks and tough conditions at Mt Cotton Mountain Bike Trails.



The Manly team finished first overall with 166 points, securing the top result in a large schools field of more than 360 competitors. The event, held on Friday, 15 May 2026, formed part of the Rocky Trail Academy Brisbane Schools Comp and brought riders together for a demanding day of timed racing.



Photo Credit: Moreton Bay College/Facebook



The format placed competitors across three timed sections designed to test endurance, speed and technical ability. Riders were able to complete multiple runs on each section, with their fastest times counting towards their individual results. Points were also earned for schools on each track, with bonus points awarded to the top finishers.



The overall win reflected more than one standout ride. It came from a wider team effort across the day, with riders managing difficult track conditions and contributing to the final school tally.



Photo Credit: Moreton Bay College/Facebook



Category Results Strengthen The Team Performance



Several Moreton Bay Colleges riders delivered strong individual results across the girls’ divisions.



Millie F placed second in Girls Seniors, while Sophie G finished third in Girls Intermediates. Sophie P also placed fourth in Girls Intermediates, adding another strong result in the same category.



In Girls Juniors, Sophie H finished second and Pia C placed third, giving the Colleges further category success during the competition.



Together, those results helped shape the team’s overall performance and added weight to the Colleges’ first-place finish. In a competition where school points were earned across tracks, the final result reflected both individual placings and the broader strength of the riding group.







Support From The Sidelines



The team result was also backed by a wider school community effort at Mt Cotton.



The Moreton Bay Colleges MTB Parent Group ran a barbecue on site to raise funds for the school’s mountain bike program. Food, coffee, refreshments, first aid, bike support, timing, registration, music and live race updates were also part of the event hub during the day.



Coaches, staff, parents and supporters contributed to the team environment around the riders, adding to a day shaped by both racing and community support.



Toowoomba Next For The Manly Team



After finishing first overall at Mt Cotton, the Moreton Bay Colleges Mountain Bike Team is now looking ahead to its next race in Toowoomba.



Read: Fresh Picked, Locally Loved: The Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Manly



The Brisbane result gives the Manly school community a strong achievement to carry forward: first overall, 166 points, several category standouts and a group of riders who pushed through difficult conditions against one of the largest schools mountain biking fields in the country.



Published 21-May-2026
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Mud, technical trails and a field of more than 360 competitors set the stage for a standout day for Manly’s Moreton Bay Colleges Mountain Bike Team, which finished first overall at the Rocky Trail Academy Brisbane Schools Competition.



Read: Bridge Business Case Funding Unlocks Next Step For Rickertt Road Upgrade



Manly Riders Rise Through The Mud at Mt Cotton



For the Moreton Bay Colleges Mountain Bike Team, the Brisbane Schools Competition was not just a test of speed. It was a test of control, endurance and composure across muddy tracks and tough conditions at Mt Cotton Mountain Bike Trails.



The Manly team finished first overall with 166 points, securing the top result in a large schools field of more than 360 competitors. The event, held on Friday, 15 May 2026, formed part of the Rocky Trail Academy Brisbane Schools Comp and brought riders together for a demanding day of timed racing.



Photo Credit: Moreton Bay College/Facebook



The format placed competitors across three timed sections designed to test endurance, speed and technical ability. Riders were able to complete multiple runs on each section, with their fastest times counting towards their individual results. Points were also earned for schools on each track, with bonus points awarded to the top finishers.



The overall win reflected more than one standout ride. It came from a wider team effort across the day, with riders managing difficult track conditions and contributing to the final school tally.



Photo Credit: Moreton Bay College/Facebook



Category Results Strengthen The Team Performance



Several Moreton Bay Colleges riders delivered strong individual results across the girls’ divisions.



Millie F placed second in Girls Seniors, while Sophie G finished third in Girls Intermediates. Sophie P also placed fourth in Girls Intermediates, adding another strong result in the same category.



In Girls Juniors, Sophie H finished second and Pia C placed third, giving the Colleges further category success during the competition.



Together, those results helped shape the team’s overall performance and added weight to the Colleges’ first-place finish. In a competition where school points were earned across tracks, the final result reflected both individual placings and the broader strength of the riding group.







Support From The Sidelines



The team result was also backed by a wider school community effort at Mt Cotton.



The Moreton Bay Colleges MTB Parent Group ran a barbecue on site to raise funds for the school’s mountain bike program. Food, coffee, refreshments, first aid, bike support, timing, registration, music and live race updates were also part of the event hub during the day.



Coaches, staff, parents and supporters contributed to the team environment around the riders, adding to a day shaped by both racing and community support.



Toowoomba Next For The Manly Team



After finishing first overall at Mt Cotton, the Moreton Bay Colleges Mountain Bike Team is now looking ahead to its next race in Toowoomba.



Read: Fresh Picked, Locally Loved: The Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Manly



The Brisbane result gives the Manly school community a strong achievement to carry forward: first overall, 166 points, several category standouts and a group of riders who pushed through difficult conditions against one of the largest schools mountain biking fields in the country.



Published 21-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[Origin Opener Set For Sydney Showdown As New-Look Maroons Eye Early Blow]]></title>
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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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The first round of Origin is here.



For 2026, State of Origin starts at Accor Stadium in Sydney, before heading to the MCG for Game II and Suncorp Stadium for the decider.



The 2026 State of Origin series is the 45th edition of the men’s interstate best-of-three rivalry, with Queensland entering the campaign holding the historical edge — 25 series wins to New South Wales’ 17, with two series drawn.



For the Maroons, Kalyn Ponga has been selected over Reece Walsh by Billy Slater, while Sam Walker makes his Origin debut in place of the injured Tom Dearden. Max Plath debuts, with Jojo Fifita and Briton Nikora earning their first Maroons selections.



For the Blues, James Tedesco keeps Dylan Edwards out at fullback, while Laurie Daly has opted for Tolutau Koula out of position on the wing ahead of Zac Lomax and Jacob Kiraz. Injury to Mitchell Moses means Ethan Strange will start, while Addin Fonua-Blake finally gets his Origin debut.



The Maroons have won only two of their past 10 Origin games in Sydney, although one of those victories came last year.



Can Queensland pressure Strange enough to cut off quality ball to Nathan Cleary?



New South Wales appears to hold the upper hand through the middle, but Pat Carrigan and Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will relish that challenge.



Cleary versus Walker. Strange versus Munster.



Can Harry Grant put the Maroons on the front foot with his creativity around the ruck?



Can Max Plath and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reproduce their Dolphin's NRL form on the Origin stage?



This shapes as a classic Origin arm wrestle, with Queensland having won six of the past 10 series.



The game will be broadcast live on 9Now, with kick-off at 8.05pm.



New South Wales Blues




James Tedesco



Brian To’o



Stephen Crichton



Kotoni Staggs



Tolutau Koula



Ethan Strange



Nathan Cleary



Addin Fonua-Blake



Reece Robson



Mitch Barnett



Hudson Young



Haumole Olakau’atu



Isaah Yeo




Interchange




Cameron Murray



Victor Radley



Jacob Saifiti



Blayke Brailey




Extended squad




Casey McLean



Dylan Lucas



Matt Burton




Coach



Laurie Daley







Queensland Maroons




Kalyn Ponga



Selwyn Cobbo



Robert Toia



Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow



Jojo Fifita



Cameron Munster



Sam Walker



Tom Flegler



Harry Grant



Tino Fa’asuamaleaui



Reuben Cotter



Kurt Capewell



Max Plath




Interchange




Briton Nikora



Lindsay Collins



Patrick Carrigan



Trent Loiero




Extended squad




Ezra Mam



Gehamat Shibasaki



Kulikefu Finefeuiaki




Coach



Billy SlaterPublished 26-May-2026




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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 15-17 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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AFL



QAFL - TPIL LawyersSat, May 16, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval / Jack Esplen Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 147 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 51



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Dittmer Park / Southside Toyota Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 7 • Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wilston Grange QAFL Seniors 105



FQPL



Fri, May 15, 2026 (Perry Park (Brisbane Strikers)-Field 1) – FQPL1 – Men – Round 11 • Brisbane Strikers 3 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Holland Park Hawks 2



NPL - Women



Sun, May 17, 2026 (Nudgee Recreation Reserve-Field 1) – NPL – Women – Round 14 • Eastern Suburbs 4 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Souths Strikers 1











NBL1 North



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • Gold Coast Rollers 51 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 60



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 70 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 77



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Carrara Indoor Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • Gold Coast Rollers 114 &nbsp; | &nbsp; South West Metro Pirates 96



Sat, May 16, 2026 (Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 5 • North Gold Coast Seahawks 83 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Southern Districts Spartans 97




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<title><![CDATA[Fresh Picked, Locally Loved: The Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Manly]]></title>
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If your Saturday morning doesn't already include a lap of the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Manly, it might be time to set the alarm a little earlier. The market runs every first and third Saturday of the month, and if you haven't made it down yet, now's the time.







Read: Your Guide to Weekend Markets in Manly: Farm, Art, and Food







Held at the Manly Harbour Royal Esplanade, between Cambridge and Cardigan Parades, the next market is on Saturday 16 May, running from 6am to midday. It sits within the lush greenery of Little Bayside Park with the harbour as its backdrop, and on a clear Queensland morning, with the bay catching the light and a gentle breeze coming off the water, it doesn't take much convincing to linger longer than planned.



More Than a Market: A Paddock-to-Plate Community



Photo credit: Google Maps/Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly



What sets Jan Powers apart from a typical weekend market isn't just the setting. The markets advocate for regional produce and provide a paddock-to-plate connection, a philosophy that has been at the heart of the operation since founder Jan Power launched what would become Brisbane's first farmers market back in the 1990s.



Photo credit: Google Maps/Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly



More than three decades later, the markets champion farmers, growers and producers across multiple Brisbane locations. Each stallholder is personally involved in the product they sell. They grow it, bake it, make it or catch it themselves, then hand it directly to the customer. That direct relationship is something you can feel in the way stall operators talk about their products, readily offering expert advice, tips and the story behind what's on the table.



At Manly, that means browsing alongside farm-fresh fruit and vegetables, still-warm bread and baked goods, fragrant spices, premium pantry staples, sustainable seafood and quality cuts of meat. Food trucks and mobile kitchens round out the spread, serving up snacks, meals, coffees and smoothies to regular customers and first-time visitors alike.



Photo credit: Google Maps/Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly



Dogs are welcome too, so there's really no excuse not to come.



The market draws visitors from right across South-East Queensland, attracted by the quality and consistency of its stalls as much as the gorgeous waterfront location. For newcomers, the best advice is simple: arrive early and bring a bag.



A Big Weekend for Jan Powers Across Brisbane



This Saturday is also a notable one for the broader Jan Powers network. The Powerhouse Farmers Markets at Brisbane Powerhouse in New Farm runs every Saturday from 6am to 12pm, making it a same-day option for those keen to hit two markets in one weekend.



And for those looking ahead to Sunday, the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Eagle Farm, which will open on 17 May, bringing the same commitment to fresh produce, local makers and community to Brisbane's inner north.







Read: Manly Mourns the Passing of Jan Power, Iconic Farmers Market Founder







The Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly are held on the first and third Saturday of each month, 6am to 12pm, at Manly Harbour Royal Esplanade, between Cambridge and Cardigan Parades. For more information, visit janpowersfarmersmarkets.com.au.



Published 13-May-2026
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If your Saturday morning doesn't already include a lap of the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Manly, it might be time to set the alarm a little earlier. The market runs every first and third Saturday of the month, and if you haven't made it down yet, now's the time.







Read: Your Guide to Weekend Markets in Manly: Farm, Art, and Food







Held at the Manly Harbour Royal Esplanade, between Cambridge and Cardigan Parades, the next market is on Saturday 16 May, running from 6am to midday. It sits within the lush greenery of Little Bayside Park with the harbour as its backdrop, and on a clear Queensland morning, with the bay catching the light and a gentle breeze coming off the water, it doesn't take much convincing to linger longer than planned.



More Than a Market: A Paddock-to-Plate Community



Photo credit: Google Maps/Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly



What sets Jan Powers apart from a typical weekend market isn't just the setting. The markets advocate for regional produce and provide a paddock-to-plate connection, a philosophy that has been at the heart of the operation since founder Jan Power launched what would become Brisbane's first farmers market back in the 1990s.



Photo credit: Google Maps/Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly



More than three decades later, the markets champion farmers, growers and producers across multiple Brisbane locations. Each stallholder is personally involved in the product they sell. They grow it, bake it, make it or catch it themselves, then hand it directly to the customer. That direct relationship is something you can feel in the way stall operators talk about their products, readily offering expert advice, tips and the story behind what's on the table.



At Manly, that means browsing alongside farm-fresh fruit and vegetables, still-warm bread and baked goods, fragrant spices, premium pantry staples, sustainable seafood and quality cuts of meat. Food trucks and mobile kitchens round out the spread, serving up snacks, meals, coffees and smoothies to regular customers and first-time visitors alike.



Photo credit: Google Maps/Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly



Dogs are welcome too, so there's really no excuse not to come.



The market draws visitors from right across South-East Queensland, attracted by the quality and consistency of its stalls as much as the gorgeous waterfront location. For newcomers, the best advice is simple: arrive early and bring a bag.



A Big Weekend for Jan Powers Across Brisbane



This Saturday is also a notable one for the broader Jan Powers network. The Powerhouse Farmers Markets at Brisbane Powerhouse in New Farm runs every Saturday from 6am to 12pm, making it a same-day option for those keen to hit two markets in one weekend.



And for those looking ahead to Sunday, the Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Eagle Farm, which will open on 17 May, bringing the same commitment to fresh produce, local makers and community to Brisbane's inner north.







Read: Manly Mourns the Passing of Jan Power, Iconic Farmers Market Founder







The Jan Powers Farmers Markets Manly are held on the first and third Saturday of each month, 6am to 12pm, at Manly Harbour Royal Esplanade, between Cambridge and Cardigan Parades. For more information, visit janpowersfarmersmarkets.com.au.



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The Tingalpa Creek Bridge on Rickertt Road has long been one of the Redlands' most notorious bottlenecks. Now, with $500,000 in State funding locked in for a formal business case, the project is finally moving forward.







Read: Rickertt Road And Tingalpa Creek Bridge Study Progresses Near Manly







Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg has confirmed the funding, which will be used to commission a business case led by Redland City Council. The study will explore options to upgrade the existing bridge, assess the project's complexities and scale, and guide future investment decisions. It is expected to be delivered by mid-2027.



The existing bridge sits on the boundary between Redland and Brisbane local government areas and is a notorious bottleneck for commuters travelling in and out of the Redlands.



Photo credit: Google Street View



Minister Mickelberg said the funding agreement was a critical first step on a project he described as long overdue.



"We're acting to reduce congestion on Rickertt Road, and this business case is a critical first step for a project that has been long overdue," he said.



"The Tingalpa Creek Bridge is a key connector for the region and a notorious bottleneck for commuters in the Redlands. We are working with Council, and together we will continue working to deliver for the local community."



Member for Capalaba Russell Field said the funding would deliver a practical path forward for residents and businesses that rely on the connection every day.



Photo credit: Google Street View



"Congestion at the Tingalpa Creek Bridge impacts anyone travelling in and out of the Redlands, and this planning work is making sure infrastructure keeps up with our growing community," Mr Field said.



Member for Oodgeroo Amanda Stoker said the funding was about ensuring the groundwork was done properly before seeking the larger investment the project will require.



"Redlands residents have waited long enough for action on this bridge. It is one of the most frustrating pinch points for anyone travelling in and out of our community," Mrs Stoker said.



"This funding means we can now get the groundwork done properly, so we can build the case for the significant State and Federal investment this project will need."







Read: Local Community Mourns After Fatal Workplace Incident in Tingalpa







Redland City Council Mayor Jos Mitchell confirmed the business case will examine both duplication and full replacement options, with single-lane approaches on either side of the bridge also in scope.



"These important works will determine the cost-benefit analysis of either replacing or duplicating the existing bridge and upgrading the single-lane sections on both the southern side in Redlands and the northern side in Brisbane," Mayor Mitchell said.



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The Tingalpa Creek Bridge on Rickertt Road has long been one of the Redlands' most notorious bottlenecks. Now, with $500,000 in State funding locked in for a formal business case, the project is finally moving forward.







Read: Rickertt Road And Tingalpa Creek Bridge Study Progresses Near Manly







Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg has confirmed the funding, which will be used to commission a business case led by Redland City Council. The study will explore options to upgrade the existing bridge, assess the project's complexities and scale, and guide future investment decisions. It is expected to be delivered by mid-2027.



The existing bridge sits on the boundary between Redland and Brisbane local government areas and is a notorious bottleneck for commuters travelling in and out of the Redlands.



Photo credit: Google Street View



Minister Mickelberg said the funding agreement was a critical first step on a project he described as long overdue.



"We're acting to reduce congestion on Rickertt Road, and this business case is a critical first step for a project that has been long overdue," he said.



"The Tingalpa Creek Bridge is a key connector for the region and a notorious bottleneck for commuters in the Redlands. We are working with Council, and together we will continue working to deliver for the local community."



Member for Capalaba Russell Field said the funding would deliver a practical path forward for residents and businesses that rely on the connection every day.



Photo credit: Google Street View



"Congestion at the Tingalpa Creek Bridge impacts anyone travelling in and out of the Redlands, and this planning work is making sure infrastructure keeps up with our growing community," Mr Field said.



Member for Oodgeroo Amanda Stoker said the funding was about ensuring the groundwork was done properly before seeking the larger investment the project will require.



"Redlands residents have waited long enough for action on this bridge. It is one of the most frustrating pinch points for anyone travelling in and out of our community," Mrs Stoker said.



"This funding means we can now get the groundwork done properly, so we can build the case for the significant State and Federal investment this project will need."







Read: Local Community Mourns After Fatal Workplace Incident in Tingalpa







Redland City Council Mayor Jos Mitchell confirmed the business case will examine both duplication and full replacement options, with single-lane approaches on either side of the bridge also in scope.



"These important works will determine the cost-benefit analysis of either replacing or duplicating the existing bridge and upgrading the single-lane sections on both the southern side in Redlands and the northern side in Brisbane," Mayor Mitchell said.



Published 11-May-2026
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<title><![CDATA[East Brisbane Area Sports Results 8-10 May 2026]]></title>
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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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AFL



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 50   |   Palm Beach Currumbin QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Cooke-Murphy Oval / Cooke-Murphy Oval 1) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Labrador QAFL Seniors 123   |   Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – TPIL Lawyers QAFL – Men – Round 6• Aspley QAFL Seniors 72   |   Morningside QAFL Seniors 136



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Giffin Park / Giffin Park 1) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 38   |   Southport QAFLW Seniors 25



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Graham Road / Automall Aspley Oval) – Bond University QAFLW – Women – Round 5• Aspley QAFLW Seniors 4   |   Morningside QAFLW Seniors 14



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Gabba, Brisbane • Yuggera - Turrbal) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Men – Round 9• Brisbane Lions 100   |   Carlton 89











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• Southern Districts Spartans 82   |   Northside Wizards 86



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Men – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 48   |   Southern Districts Spartans 95



Fri, May 8, 2026 (Hibiscus Sports Stadium) – NBL1 North – Women – Round 4• South West Metro Pirates 53   |   Southern Districts Spartans 82











Sat, May 9, 2026 (Sunshine Coast Stadium, Sunshine Coast) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• Sunshine Coast Falcons 14   |   Brisbane Tigers 12



Sat, May 9, 2026 (BMD Kougari Oval, Brisbane) – QRL – Hostplus Cup – Men – Round 9• WM Seagulls 16   |   Norths Devils 14



Sat, May 9, 2026 (Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe) – QRL – Mal Meninga Cup – Men – Grand Final• WM Seagulls 20   |   Townsville Blackhawks 21








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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



Published 7-May-2026
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We are massive fans of Macca.



The Sunday morning show provides a fantastic journey around Australia and the world to hear stories and insights from real people that you won't hear in the mass media.



Here are five nuggets that we've dug out from the goldmine that is Macca's Australia All Over show.



Lawson's Story



On March 22, we heard the story of a 10 year old boy called Lawson, from the persepctive of a first responder.



The first responder who rang was Mark, a paramedic. He had been called out in an ambulance to a rural property at Mcdouall Peak Station in remote South Australia.



McDouall Peak is known for its arid desert landscape and historic links to explorer John McDouall Stuart. The area is known for its harsh conditions, hardy desert vegetation, and remains part of South Australia’s vast, sparsely populated interior.



Mark related that a 10-year-old boy named Lawson and his dad, a farmer, went out on motorbikes to build some fencing on the station. Lawson's dad told the boy that he was just going to check some fencing a few kilometres away and then set off on his motorbike down the fenceline.



He didn't come back.



After a while, Lawson got on his motorbike to go and look for him, but couldn't find him. So he got his mum to drive over in the car and together they searched and found him. The dad was very badly injured having crashed on his bike at speed.



By the time emergency crews arrived, Lawson had already spent more than an hour talking with medical staff and waiting for help to reach them.



Mark the paramedic related that on arrival on the main road, he encountered young Lawson, who calmly then got in a ute and drove ahead of the ambulance for several kilometres to guide the medics to where his dad was.



Mark was blown away with the maturity and initiative of Lawson. He had seen many unusual situations in his job but this was a major outlier.



It turned out Lawson's father had broken a leg, hip and collarbone.



Mark said Lawson carried medical gear; helped responders where needed; and stayed composed through the entire rescue until his father was flown out by the RFDS for treatment.



Amazingly, a neighbour who knew young Lawson was listening to Macca, and rang Lawson's family to tell him about the call on the show.



Soon after, Lawson rang in and told Macca all about what happened first-hand.



“He was going like 90 or 100 or something,” Lawson told Macca, when recounting his father's crash.



At one point, Macca asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up.



“A helicopter pilot,” Lawson replied.



It sounded less like a dream and more like a plan.



Out on stations like McDouall Peak, childhood looks different.



Distances are measured in hours, not suburbs. Fence lines run for kilometres. If something goes wrong, help is rarely close.



Lawson studies through the Port Augusta School of the Air, originally built around two-way radio lessons for children living in isolated parts of the country. These days, classes are mostly online, but the principle is still the same — students learning from station houses and remote properties hundreds of kilometres apart.



Kids in those areas tend to grow up fast and early. They learn vehicles young, help with fencing and stock work, and get used to solving problems without immediate backup. 



Here’s a video about Clair, who tells a story remarkably similar to that of Lawson, giving us a glimpse of the world they inhabit — a long way from city life, and built around a different kind of independence.











Food Labels - Does “Australian Made” have loopholes?



Judy, a soybean farmer from Bundaberg, rang in to the show on the April 5 program.



She had a very interesting story to put people straight about Australian made loopholes.



She said that supermarket food labels can be very misleading.



Soy milk can be sold as “Australian Made” even when the beans are imported — because the bulk of what’s in the carton is Australian water.



That’s enough to be considered "Australian Made" soy milk, she said.



Meanwhile, she’s growing soy locally, rotating it with sugarcane — a system that quietly does its job, improving soil and keeping things sustainable over time.



“It’s a practical system,” she said.



But that work — and those crops — aren’t always what ends up on the shelf.



It’s not just soy milk.



More broadly, Australia’s labelling rules are based on where a product is made or substantially transformed, not always where its key ingredients are grown.







That’s how you end up with:




fruit juice blended locally from imported concentrate



seafood processed here but caught overseas



packaged foods made in Australia using global ingredients.




The label is technically right, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. For producers like Judy, that gap matters.



Are these technical loopholes hurting Australian food producers?



“Six days. 1,200 feral pigs.” The scale most people don’t see



On the April 19 program, Peter called in from Wangaratta, talking about his new feral pig shoot record.



Feral pigs can make an enormous mess of farmer's crops as well as gardens and any piece of grassland as they can dig up hundreds of metres of land overnight looking for worms and roots.



Peter projected that there could be over a million feral pigs in Australia and that there were signs of them entering the edge of urban areas.



It sounded like Peter was part of a system that pairs landholders with vetted recreational shooters. His previous best was 1,100 shot but this time he covered 1,200.



"Traps don't work anymore" Peter said.



        View this post on Instagram            A post shared by Scott Barrett MLC (@scott.barrett.mlc)




Scientific evidence ranks pigs among the most intelligent animals—often cited as the fifth smartest species—possessing cognitive abilities that rival dogs and young human toddlers.



Feral pigs have been part of the landscape for a long time. What’s easy to miss is how quickly things escalate once numbers build.



They move in groups, breed fast, and don’t take long to undo a paddock. Crops gone overnight, fences pushed through, water turned.



Control efforts don’t stop — trapping, baiting, culling — but it’s not static.



Six days near Warren. About 1,200 feral pigs. At that point, you’re dealing with something that doesn’t scale down easily.



Corals, Reefs and the Arguments Around What We’re Seeing



Three separate calls across April ended up circling the same uneasy question: what is happening to the reefs?



What made it interesting was that the callers did not entirely agree.



The Scientist Trying to Cool the Water



On the April 5 program, oceanographer Dan Harrison from the National Marine Science Centre spoke about the science side of the problem — and how researchers are now exploring increasingly complex ways to protect coral systems from extreme heat.



One idea he discussed was marine cloud brightening.



In simple terms, increasing low cloud cover over parts of the ocean so more sunlight is reflected away and water temperatures stay lower during dangerous heat periods.



But Harrison was careful not to present the reef as a simple story of decline or rescue.



Cyclones can damage reefs badly — but sometimes also cool overheated water and reduce bleaching pressure. Floods can smother coral systems with runoff, but under different conditions can shift temperatures or nutrients in ways that change outcomes entirely.



The impression left was less about certainty than complexity.



Nothing in reef systems happens in isolation.



Returning to Fiji After Three Decades



Two weeks later on the April 19 show, Kieran Kelly rang from Fiji with something far more personal and emotional.



After returning to diving for the first time in more than 30 years, he said he was stunned by what he saw underwater.



“The reefs were devastated — brown, lifeless.”



What stayed with listeners was the way he described it.



“All the little houses are still there, but there’s no one in them.”



He said the coral structure itself often remained, but the colour, fish life and movement felt diminished from what he remembered decades earlier.



At the same time, he reflected on how Fiji itself had changed — from what he described as a quieter, more remote place into one increasingly built around tourism, boats and constant movement.



“The very thing that attracts people ends up spoiling it.”



It wasn’t framed as activism or politics. More the observations of someone returning to a place after a very long absence and confronting how much both nature and people had changed.



The Ecologist Who Warned Against Generalisations



A week later again, on the April 26 program, another listener pushed back.



James Hawes, a retired CSIRO ecologist from the Sunshine Coast, wrote to Macca after hearing Kieran’s comments.



He argued that broad claims about “dead and dying reefs” risked missing important context.



Hawes said many reefs he had snorkelled recently — including parts of the Great Barrier Reef and reefs around Fiji — appeared healthy and actively growing. He acknowledged localised storm and cyclone damage, but warned against sweeping conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



“Reports on coral reef damage must have context.”







Why reef conversations have become so complicated



Part of the reason reef discussions now feel so contested is because people are often talking about different parts of the same system.



Some reefs recover after bleaching events. Others don’t. One section can be badly damaged by heat or cyclones while another nearby remains comparatively healthy.



That sat underneath all three calls.



Dan Harrison spoke about intervention research already underway in Australia. Kieran Kelly described reefs in Fiji that felt emptier and less alive than he remembered decades earlier. James Hawes warned against broad conclusions drawn from isolated experiences.



All three perspectives can exist at once.



The Great Barrier Reef stretches across more than 2,000 kilometres, with thousands of reef systems responding differently to temperature, storms, runoff, tourism pressure and crown-of-thorns starfish outbreaks.



At the same time, Australia has become a major centre for reef intervention research.



Marine cloud brightening — the concept Harrison discussed — is now being trialled as researchers investigate whether brighter low cloud cover could temporarily cool reef waters during marine heatwaves.



Other projects include:




heat-tolerant coral breeding



coral seeding and restoration programs



satellite, drone and robotic reef monitoring



crown-of-thorns starfish control efforts




Researchers are also studying how runoff, water quality and tourism pressure interact with warming oceans and cyclone damage over time.



None of it is straightforward.



Some reefs are recovering strongly. Others are under heavy stress. Some intervention ideas remain experimental, while others are already being rolled out more broadly.



Which is why reef conversations now tend to sound less certain than they once did.



The science is still moving.



The war where bullets overtook disease — and what changed after that



On the April 26 program, the conversation drifted from Gallipoli’s cliffs and cemeteries into something less often talked about — what war looked like from the medical side.



In studio, hand surgeon David Dilley spoke about the conditions doctors and medics faced during the First World War, particularly during Gallipoli.



“The planning was appalling,” he said, referring to findings from the Dardanelles Commission.



There were shortages everywhere. Limited supplies. Primitive field conditions. Little understanding of how to deal with the scale of injuries arriving at once.



“They had bandages… a bit of chloroform… and not much else.”



Earlier in the program, callers had been describing the cemeteries at Gallipoli — the closeness of the ridgelines, the tiny distances between trenches, the sheer number of names.



Dilley’s contribution added another layer to that picture.



For centuries before World War I, disease often killed more soldiers than combat itself. Dysentery, typhoid, infected wounds and poor sanitation spread quickly through camps and battlefields long before antibiotics existed.



But by Gallipoli and the Western Front, warfare itself had changed. Machine guns, artillery and industrial-scale combat produced catastrophic injuries on a scale medicine had never really faced before.



“It was the first war where more died from enemy action than disease,” Dilley said.



The conversation moved easily between medicine, history and memory — less like a lecture and more like someone trying to explain how one era forced the next one to change.







The shift didn’t happen all at once, but the pressure to improve was constant.



In earlier wars, many soldiers didn’t die from wounds themselves, but from what followed — infection, poor sanitation, limited understanding of how to treat trauma once it set in. Dysentery, typhoid and septic wounds were often more lethal than the battlefield.



By the time of Gallipoli, that balance had started to change, even if the systems around it hadn’t caught up.



Since then, each conflict has pushed medicine further.



Today, soldiers carry trauma kits designed to deal with the first and most critical problem — bleeding. Tourniquets, clotting agents and airway tools are standard, with the aim of stabilising someone long enough to get them to surgical care.



From there, evacuation is faster, and treatment is more specialised, with trauma teams trained specifically for those injuries.



None of that removes the brutality of war. But it does mean more people survive the part they wouldn’t have before.



One conversation at a time



Five calls.



Different states, different lives, different subjects.



A 10-year-old on a remote cattle station. A soybean farmer in Bundaberg. Pig shooters near Warren. Scientists arguing over reefs. A surgeon reframing Gallipoli.



None of them sounded like they were trying to make a point bigger than it was.



That’s probably why the calls stayed with people after the radio switched off.



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AFL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Spencer Park) – A-League Women – Semi-Finals • Brisbane Roar FC 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wellington Phoenix FC 1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Marvel Stadium) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Round 8 • Essendon 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 143



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFL – Round 5 • Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFL Seniors 99



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Graham Road) – QAFL – Round 5 • Aspley QAFL Seniors 113 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 57



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFL – Round 5 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 164 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Sherwood QAFL Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 39 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Morningside QAFLW Seniors 34 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 38



FQPL1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Robina Common) – FQPL1 Men – Round 9 • Robina City Postponed   |   Holland Park Hawks Postponed



NPL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Lions FC 0   |   Eastern Suburbs 2



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Perry Park) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Souths Strikers 0   |   Capalaba FC 1











Sat, May 2, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Round 3 • Southern Districts Spartans 84 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 81



• Southern Districts Spartans 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 109
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AFL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Spencer Park) – A-League Women – Semi-Finals • Brisbane Roar FC 2 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Wellington Phoenix FC 1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Marvel Stadium) – Toyota AFL Premiership – Round 8 • Essendon 79 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Lions 143



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFL – Round 5 • Coorparoo QAFL Seniors 61 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFL Seniors 99



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Graham Road) – QAFL – Round 5 • Aspley QAFL Seniors 113 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Mt Gravatt QAFL Seniors 57



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFL – Round 5 • Morningside QAFL Seniors 164 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Sherwood QAFL Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Giffin Park) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Coorparoo QAFLW Seniors 39 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Maroochydore QAFLW Seniors 15



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Jack Esplen Oval) – QAFLW – Round 4 • Morningside QAFLW Seniors 34 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Bond University QAFLW Seniors 38



FQPL1



Sat, May 2, 2026 (Robina Common) – FQPL1 Men – Round 9 • Robina City Postponed   |   Holland Park Hawks Postponed



NPL



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Luxury Paints Stadium) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Lions FC 0   |   Eastern Suburbs 2



Sun, May 3, 2026 (Perry Park) – NPL Women – Round 12 • Souths Strikers 0   |   Capalaba FC 1











Sat, May 2, 2026 (Rowland Cowan Stadium) – NBL1 North – Round 3 • Southern Districts Spartans 84 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 81



• Southern Districts Spartans 85 &nbsp; | &nbsp; Brisbane Capitals 109
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