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Mentally healthy but hearing voices increases suicide risk, study warns
People who hear voices or see things others can’t are twice as likely to subsequently have suicidal thoughts or attempt to take their own lives than the rest of the population, a new international study says.
Study sheds light on effects of hallucinations with otherwise healthy people
People who hear voices or see things others can’t are twice as likely to subsequently have suicidal thoughts or attempt to take their own lives than the rest of the population, a new international study says.
Skin condition cases at retirement village not being taken seriously, resident claims
The ABC is told at least 20 people at an Aveo facility have been treated by doctors for the same skin condition in the last few months — some of whom have been diagnosed with scabies.
Cyclist who allegedly punched Brisbane bus driver charged
A 46-year-old man is charged over a physical altercation with a Brisbane City Council bus driver, with CCTV footage released by the police appearing to show the pair in a fight.
Queensland police crack down on oyster thieves
Forget the stock squad and stolen cattle, it seems thieves have their sights set on oysters and police are cracking down on culprits throughout south-east Queensland.
Government's welfare drug test plan 'will increase crime'
Nearly 1,000 doctors, nurses and health care workers pen an open letter to MPs warning the Federal Government’s plan to drug test people will not work, and could increase crime.
Not just for sushi: The push to farm seaweed off Queensland
The Sunshine State has “ideal” conditions to be the first in Australia to get into the multi-billion-dollar seaweed business, researcher says.
Man who savaged ex-girlfriend in 'vicious and cowardly' attack with machete gets 10 years' jail
A judge commends the bravery of bystanders who intervened to save the life of a woman being attacked with a machete by her former partner in Brisbane’s west.
Churches offer sanctuary to asylum seekers affected by welfare crackdown
Australia’s Christian churches offer sanctuary to 100 asylum seekers caught up in a Government welfare crackdown affecting those who were originally transported to Australia for medical treatment.