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Australian native seeds sent into orbit
THE Wollemi pine has spread around the world since it was discovered in Australia almost 15 years ago and now it's gaining a foothold in space.
Upcoming events
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Brindabella Magnolia Magic Friday 8th August 2008
Brindabella Country Gardens
View over 60 Magnolia trees with stunning colours!
Event details + map - Brindabella Autumn Rose Show
Friday 8th August 2008
Brindabella Country Gardens
See over 2500 fragrant roses in their Autumn peak.
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T.O.P.A.P. Basic Computer Lessons Friday 8th August 2008
T.O.P.A.P. Centre
Basic computer lessons are on offer.
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Child & Family Health Clinic (Ballina) Friday 8th August 2008
Ballina Community Health
Open Clinic.
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Grafton Handicraft Minimart Friday 8th August 2008
Grafton Handicraft Minimart
Come down and enjoy the arts and crafts Monday to Saturday.
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Routine prostate screens 'premature' AUSTRALIAN and US experts disagree about cancer screenings.
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New system to fight hospital 'superbugs' SUPERBUG fight gets technical.
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Stem cells trial helps mend broken bones EIGHT of ten trial patients reported successful bone mending.
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Researchers turn meat into 'spaghetti' CHILDREN who don't eat meat may soon be a thing of the past.
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Researchers turn meat into 'spaghetti'
PICKY kids may soon be tricked into eating meat, thanks to a NZ scientist who found mutton or beef can be formed into long, colourful spaghetti-like strings. Full details
Lifestyle
I deli do!
COYNE Mahoney of Buderim got a birthday surprise and a half when her partner Dale Pengelly popped the big question at the Buderim Deli yesterday. Full details
News
Russia 0808 marriage applications surge
RUSSIAN authorities have seen a surge of applications to marry this Friday due to the supposedly lucky date - 08.08.08. Full details
News
Why did the chicken cross the globe?
UNIVERSITY of Queensland research is using genetics to trace how the humble chicken made its way around the globe. Full details
Lifestyle
Father's priceless gift
BALLINA men Blake and Terry Seymour share more than just the bonds between a father and son – organ donation means Terry's given life to his son, twice. Full details
Entertainment
Mrs Brown's never lost for words in Scrabble
WHEN Jane Brown plays scrabble, it's not unusual to see words like cazique across the playing squares. Full details
Lifestyle
Fear of ghost trains a sign of anxiety
A FEAR of scary movies and thrilling rollercoaster rides may be a secret signal that a child is suffering excessive anxiety, Australian research suggests. Full details
Lifestyle
World's first two arms transplant
A GERMAN medical team has performed what it calls the world's first transplant of two full arms, on a farmer who had lost both his limbs in an accident. Full details
Entertainment
Be the idol of local families
FEDERAL'S four-year-old Kia McHugh along with her mum and dad, belted out at Johnny Cash classic which got them through to the Family Idol final. Full details
Featured events
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The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers Experience the colourful fanfare of the Carnival of Flowers 2008. Full details
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Caloundra Bulcock Street Markets Enjoy the amalgam of boutique shops and market stalls. Full details
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Coolum Kindy Fair (Jones Parade) Fun filled activities for young children and families. Full details
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Clifton Polocrosse Club Inaugural Carnival Polocrosse play will begin from 8am each day. Full details
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