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Red versus blue: Why the right gum tree matters in a healthy wetland

Most of the 1,000 different eucalyptus tree varieties are native to Australia but not all belong in a pristine wetland.
Red gum tree alongside a waterway.

Published: Source: ABC BallaratTopic: Forest Regenerationby Gavin McGrath

Nanette Ellis was stabbed to death in her Melbourne home 40 years ago. Her killer was never found

Nanette Ellis's family have been searching for answers for 40 years after she was murdered in her Victorian home.
A black and white photo of Nanette Ellis.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Police

What to put on the table in celebration of the Lunar New Year

From Lotus Leaf Rice to lobster, here are some auspicious meals accoridng to Melbourne restauranteur David Loh. 
A top down picture of a multicoloured salad comprised of noodles and vegetables
Duration: 7 minutes 27 seconds

Published: Source: ABC Radio MelbourneTopic: Food and Cookingwith Dr Bridie O'Donnell

A Melbourne data analyst has made a Metro Trains version of Wordle

The game involves guessing the physical distance and number of stops between stations across the network.
The word 'Trainle'
Duration: 11 minutes 40 seconds

Published: Source: ABC Radio MelbourneTopic: Puzzleswith Dr Bridie O'Donnell

The pressure to look like other divers led Anabelle Smith to a low place

Diver Anabelle Smith felt pressure to look a certain way as a young diver, which affected her mental and physical health. 
Diver Anabelle Smith, wearing a blue singlet, is standing on pool deck with diving boards behind her, smiling at the camera.
Duration: 3 minutes 9 seconds

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Sportby Amanda Shalala

Snake catchers are helping change long-held attitudes against the reptiles

Snake catcher Michael Gibson is hopeful Australians have been shifting away from fearing and killing snakes to valuing their role in the ecosystem.
Male snake catcher holding snake

Published: Source: ABC Goulburn MurrayTopic: Reptilesby Anna Chisholm

How a Melbourne artist re-imagined a 2,000-year-old Chinese tradition

From a Melbourne library, Beijing-born artist Jenny Zhe Chang is inviting visitors to immerse themselves in Chinese New Year values of reflection, kindness and humility.
Jenny holding a red pocket with the Chinese word 'fu' that hangs beneath the lantern.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Contemporary Artby Gabriela Rahardja Gabriela Rahardja

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Could a change in STI testing help bring down high infection rates?

One in six Australians will get a sexually transmitted infection, and the rates are on the rise, but researchers have found rapid testing could help stem the spread and improve antibiotic prescribing.
Duration: 2 minutes 49 seconds

Source: ABC News

Teenagers found guilty of stabbing murder of 16-year-old in Melbourne

A judge has found four teenagers guilty of murdering 16-year-old Declan Cutler outside a party in Reservoir in March 2022, the incident highlighting Melbourne's ongoing knife crime and youth gang problems.
Duration: 2 minutes 4 seconds

Source: ABC News

Experts brought in for VCE exams following recent 'stuff-ups'

Academic experts will be called in to help craft Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) exams to try to avoid a repeat of embarrassing mistakes in last year's tests.
Duration: 1 minute 57 seconds

Source: ABC News

Finding Confidence in Performing

Katiana, who tells us how a school production of the Sapphires helped her find confidence and friendship.
Young woman in school uniform smiles to camera outside in a Garden.
Duration: 2 minutes 14 seconds

Source: BTN

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NSW bureaucrat suspended with pay pending corruption investigation into Sydney property deal

The senior planning department official purchased a property in the upper north shore suburb of Gordon within one of the government's planned Transport Oriented Development Zones before the policy was made public last year.
Corruption findings face legal challenge after ICAC's High Court 'disaster'

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Corruptionby Maryanne Taouk

Former WA Liberal Party leader David Honey loses preselection battle for Cottesloe to Sandra Brewer

The property council chief wins the preselection battle for the Liberal heartland seat of Cottesloe, defeating former WA Liberal Party leader David Honey. 
A side-on close-up shot of Property Council WA chief executive Sandra Brewer.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Government and Politicsby Rebecca Trigger, Cason Ho and David Weber

Australia's anti-doping chief issues grave warning over 'grossly irresponsible' Enhanced Games

Australian sport's anti-doping chief slams an Olympic-style event with no drug testing as "grossly irresponsible" and warns of severe ramifications for athletes taking part.
Australian swimmer James Magnussen shirtless after a race at the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast.

Published: Source: ABC NewsTopic: Doping in Sports

Police declare crime scene after body reportedly found in vehicle at Mackay beach

Emergency services were called to Harbour Beach in Mackay shortly after 1pm following reports of a body being found in a car.
Police officers standing near vehicles at a beach.

Published: Source: ABC Tropical NorthTopic: Policeby Lillian Watkins and Hannah Walsh

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