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Mass extinction coming: study

THE world is facing a mass extinction event that could be greater than that of the dinosaurs, new research shows.

'Gay' kookaburra? Not in our school

A MELBOURNE school has dropped the word gay from the classic children's song Kookaburra Sits in the Old Gum Tree.
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DVDs still a buzz after 15 years

SEPTEMBER 1 marked the 15th anniversary of the entertainment phenomenon known as the DVD.
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Alleged stalker in custody

A HERVEY Bay man accused of stalking a woman in Urangan was remanded in custody yesterday.

Man given jail term for assault

CHRISTMAS Day is supposed to be a time of celebration but the day was ruined for two Fraser Coast women last year after they were assaulted by an acquaintance.

Court date set for alleged theft

SIX WITNESSES are expected to give evidence during a committal hearing into the alleged theft of more than $15,000 from a Tiaro pub.

Hungry start to life for Pakistan baby

A PAKISTANI summoned the energy to give birth in a graveyard that has become her refuge from the floods - but she cannot produce the milk to feed her newborn.

Lion shot in US suburb

POLICE have shot dead a 45kg mountain lion romping through a Californian neighbourhood blocks from a well-known French restaurant.

Fight to keep Stig's helmet on

A BID to prevent the revelation of the identity of Top Gear's mystery driver The Stig will be heard at the High Court in London on Tuesday.
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Bligh has party support

ANNA Bligh says she has her government's total support, following a drawn-out meeting with MPs, despite several backbenchers speaking against her leadership.