Ollie Wykeham
Ollie Wykeham is the ABC Radio Queensland southern Drive producer. He joined the Sunshine team from ABC Tropical North where he was the features reporter. Ollie began his career with the ABC in 2016 as a news reporter in Brisbane before moving to Longreach to present Mornings and then Breakfast with ABC Western Queensland. He loves that his roles have allowed him to explore the outback, the tropics and now Southern Queensland.
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Police confirm identity of woman who died while exploring 'love tunnel' stormwater drain in Gympie
Tanya Hehir, 46, was one of three women who went exploring the so-called "love tunnel" in Gympie. Police said the women, including another 40-year-old who also died, had been washed back through the drain into Mary River.
How volcanic rock is turned into cutting-edge surfboard tech
Novel new materials and methods developed and manufactured in Australia are turning basalt and recycled plastic into high performance, environmentally-friendly surfboards.
Ducks shot with arrows, brush turkeys spray-painted as vets warn cruelty to wild animals rising
Animal advocates say they are seeing more cruelty cases involving wildlife, as a researcher warns of an association between animal abuse and other violent crimes.
Drivers 'very lucky' not to be hurt in Rainbow Beach landslip
A major landslip has buried a car and damaged another at a popular tourist destination. Residents say it is the biggest slip they have seen in the region.
How divers from around the world are helping to reveal secrets of Australia's weedy seadragons
Weedy seadragons attract hundreds of divers to Australia's Great Southern Reef every year and now, with their help, researchers are uncovering crucial facts about these mysterious creatures.
Ukrainian refugees missing home ahead of summer festive season
As Australia gears up for the festive season, these Ukrainian refugees can't help but be reminded of their war-torn home.
Wait for EVs more than a year for frustrated buyers
EV buyers are sick of waiting over a year for cars that are being sent to Europe or New Zealand because of Australia's lax vehicle emissions standards.
After John Farnham's diagnosis, have you had an oral cancer check yet?
The shock news of rock legend John Farnham's mouth cancer diagnosis has doctors warning Australians to get regular check-ups.
Protect Sunshine Coast flood plains to save rare species from housing, conservationists say
A birdwatching enthusiast says a rare species of owl occupying the Sunshine Coast flood plains needs protection from urban sprawl on the south side of the Maroochy River.
Paralympians say Premier's Olympics title was 'a kick in the teeth'
Paralympic athletes say they welcome an addition of Paralympics to the Queensland Premier's formal titles but still question why it was left off in the first place.
'They've lost their world': Outpouring of support for young dad who died after being hit by a car
Well-known father of two Bryce Williams, 33, died while jogging earlier this week, shattering his family and friends and rocking the Sunshine Coast community.
Last laugh for funny pages as News Corp's comic strip cull catches artists by surprise
The tradition of leafing through a newspaper to get to the comic strips is about to become a thing of the past for News Corp Australia's readers.
Treating your pet like a child might be bad for you, and them
Dog behaviour specialist Faith Wild says close bonds with our pets have been exacerbated due to the time we spent with them during COVID lockdowns.
Veteran pilot counts lucky stars after 'terrifying' crash landing in Queensland
Vic Pisani feared the worst when his newly purchased aircraft lost power above the Sunshine Coast hinterland yesterday.
Why rain and rooftop-solar power can be an incendiary mix
Australia is a global leader in rooftop solar, but many home owners don't know the power plant on their roof could lead to a fire. The message from solar engineers is — have your system checked regularly.
Thumbs down for 'doomscrolling' as physiotherapist warns against obsessive phone use
Queensland physiotherapist Lizzy McCowan says RSI in thumbs is becoming more common, and it is all to do with how much time we spend on devices.
Bid to transform long-haul trucking from diesel to electric
Following calls for "transformational change" to keep global warming under 1.5 degrees Celsius, an Australian company is converting diesel-powered trucks to electric power.
Queensland Transport Minister accuses federal government of $1.6b rail line budget hoax
Mark Bailey says the $1.6b set aside in the budget for a crucial rail line amounts to an election bribe.
'Etiquette is fading': Injured surfer warns of more disasters as waves get busy
A Noosa surfer calls for people to comply with wave-riding etiquette after he is "run over" by another surfer and ends up in hospital with 17 staples in his head.
Dead 'tiger' shark washes up on Sunshine Coast beach
Authorities are monitoring a dead shark found on a popular surfing beach on the Sunshine Coast this morning.
'We were left to love our daughter': Family raises $150k in two days for research into incurable disease
Tallulah Moon is one of only nine people in the world diagnosed with hereditary spastic paraplegia type 56. After initially being "crushed" by the news, her parents are fighting back by raising money to fund research into treatment and a cure.
'Runs like wildfire': Gastro outbreak could see popular campsites shut down
More than a dozen cases of the dreaded norovirus have been reported at Inskip Point and authorities say they may need to again close campsites in the area.
Locals rally to help Paralympian Chris Bond find prosthetic leg lost in the surf
Wheelchair rugby star Chris Bond thanks the Sunshine Coast community for its support as he tries to find a prosthetic leg lost in the water.
'They just don't care': Noosa tourists' disregard for mask mandate angers locals
A long-time Noosa local is angry that "the majority" of tourists are avoiding wearing masks, despite the ongoing Queensland Health mask mandate.
'It shocked us': Sunshine Coast charity stunned at generous donations to sleepbus project
A charity turns to buses to house homeless women and men caught up in the rental property shortage.