Researchers are assessing the risk of releasing a herpes virus into waterways to kill European Carp. They say swimmers will be safe, but others fear there will be unintended consequences.
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Sanjeev Gupta talks up renewables, not nuclear, after meeting Prince Charles
Whyalla steelworks boss Sanjeev Gupta believes renewables present a cheaper option for electricity generation in Australia than nuclear power, and is pushing ahead with alternative energy plans.
Six fun, free things to do on the Gold Coast
If you are visiting the Gold Coast for the Commonwealth Games, be sure to set some time aside to check out some of the other local attractions.
Mauritius delegate charged with assault leaves Australia
A Commonwealth Games official from Mauritius who has been charged with assaulting a female athlete has left Australia, police confirm.
Sonic security aimed at the homeless sparks ethical debate
Businesses fed up with constant property damage employ sonic security to protect their shopfronts in Cairns, and while it is legal, some are questioning whether it is ethical.
Car or train? The quickest way to get to the Games
ABC reporters Tom Forbes and Ashleigh Stevenson put south-east Queensland’s transport network to the test to see who can get to the Commonwealth Games first.
Bringing people together one beach sculpture at a time
Quirky beach creations made by a man affectionately referred to as Rainbow Rick are bringing a community together and, in some cases, restoring people’s faith in humanity.
Commonwealth Games 'bum flasher' puts cracking performance behind her
After unintentionally mooning millions of television viewers during the Commonwealth Games opening ceremony, dancer Georgia Lear opens up about the cheeky moment that has made headlines around the world.
Prince Charles gets a big Bundy welcome
The Prince of Wales toured the famous Bundaberg Rum Distillery before greeting a crowd of thousands for an event dubbed the Big Bundy BBQ.
Clive Palmer charged by ASIC over resort villa takeover bid
Clive Palmer claims he is the victim of a political witch hunt and says he will fight charges over an alleged corporate breach that was uncovered in an investigation by the business watchdog ASIC.