Queensland Country Women’s Association President Tamara Stevenson joined Carla Bignasca to share her devastation following the suspicious overnight fire at the Cleveland Hall, but revealed a powerful community spirit is already rallying to help them recover. While the kitchen and floor suffered water damage, Tamara explains why the loss of this vital social hub is […]


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Detective Inspector urges vigilance against counterfeit notes on Brisbane’s Bayside
Multiple reports of poor-quality counterfeit notes have prompted police to urge residents and businesses in Brisbane’s Bayside suburbs, such as Capalaba and Wynnum, to be extra vigilant. Detective Inspector Wayne Francis shared essential tips from the RBA on how to quickly check for fake ‘pineapples’ and ‘lobsters’ and what to do if you receive one. […]
Urgent blood plea: Why men are the only hope for platelet supply
Sofie Formica spoke with listener Maureen, who has made an urgent public plea for O Negative male platelet donors to help save her daughter-in-law, who is battling a blood cancer and a rare blood disease. Lifeblood Australia spokesperson Anya Tandon confirmed the urgent need, explaining that due to an antibody risk, only male donors are […]
Expert weighs in on Trump Tylenol claims
Obstetrician Dr. Gino Pecoraro joined Sofie Formica to talk about a claim made by the U.S. President that paracetamol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Pecoraro strongly refuted the claim, explaining that while some studies show a correlation, there is no evidence of causation, and he reminded women that treating fevers during pregnancy […]
Jimmy Kimmel cancelled after jokes about Trump
Nine’s US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley joined Sofie Formica to talk about late-night host Jimmy Kimmel’s recent cancellation by his network. Kearsley explained that the decision came after Kimmel’s jokes about Donald Trump’s reaction to the Charlie Kirk assassination and has sparked a major debate about cancel culture and free speech. Hear more highlights from Sofie […]
Queensland Country Women’s Association President Tamara Stevenson joined Carla Bignasca to share her devastation following the suspicious overnight fire at the Cleveland Hall, but revealed a powerful community spirit is already rallying to help them recover. While the kitchen and floor suffered water damage, Tamara explains why the loss of this vital social hub is […]
Detective Inspector urges vigilance against counterfeit notes on Brisbane’s Bayside
Multiple reports of poor-quality counterfeit notes have prompted police to urge residents and businesses in Brisbane’s Bayside suburbs, such as Capalaba and Wynnum, to be extra vigilant. Detective Inspector Wayne Francis shared essential tips from the RBA on how to quickly check for fake ‘pineapples’ and ‘lobsters’ and what to do if you receive one. […]
Urgent blood plea: Why men are the only hope for platelet supply
Sofie Formica spoke with listener Maureen, who has made an urgent public plea for O Negative male platelet donors to help save her daughter-in-law, who is battling a blood cancer and a rare blood disease. Lifeblood Australia spokesperson Anya Tandon confirmed the urgent need, explaining that due to an antibody risk, only male donors are […]
Expert weighs in on Trump Tylenol claims
Obstetrician Dr. Gino Pecoraro joined Sofie Formica to talk about a claim made by the U.S. President that paracetamol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. Dr. Pecoraro strongly refuted the claim, explaining that while some studies show a correlation, there is no evidence of causation, and he reminded women that treating fevers during pregnancy […]
Jimmy Kimmel cancelled after jokes about Trump
Nine’s US correspondent Jonathan Kearsley joined Sofie Formica to talk about late-night host Jimmy Kimmel’s recent cancellation by his network. Kearsley explained that the decision came after Kimmel’s jokes about Donald Trump’s reaction to the Charlie Kirk assassination and has sparked a major debate about cancel culture and free speech. Hear more highlights from Sofie […]
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