Toowoomba honours founder of its Carnival of Flowers
The winters are cold on the Darling Downs, so any sign of spring is keenly anticipated. Since 1949, the annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers has been a sure sign of warmer days ahead.
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Search for sounds in vision-free videogame
A Melbourne video game developer has made an audio-only game for vision impaired people, featuring some specifically Australian sounds.
Tea drinkers live longer: study
Tea can be part of a healthy diet and people who drink tea may even be a little more likely to live longer than those who don't, according to a large study.
Live music returns as venues seek cover
More than a year since the death of tour promoter Michael Gudinski, the team at Frontier Touring's Melbourne headquarters often finds itself asking, "What would Michael do?"
Dogs can get dementia – but lots of walks may lower the risk
Dogs get dementia too. But it’s often difficult to spot. Research published today shows how common it is, especially in dogs over ten years old.
Record number of new Australian businesses
Australians are starting new businesses in record numbers, with more than 160,000 added to the economy in 12 months.
Eco accolade for reviving cleared farmland
A West Australian couple who regenerated their family farm after it was heavily cleared by their parents has won national recognition from the conservation group Landcare.
Dogs get teary for their favourite humans
Pooches produce happy tears in response to their favourite humans, adding a new dimension to an age-old story of love and companionship.
Silverchair reunion hopes dashed
Global stars feature on virtual art trail
Some of the top names in global contemporary art are part of a new virtual-reality art trail in Melbourne.
Increased health risks working from home
Australians embracing the post-pandemic trend of working from home could be at increased risk of injury, experts say.
Distance no barrier for Mundi Mundi fans
It's cliche for musicians to thank fans for travelling long distances to see them play - but the revellers at this festival in the NSW far west outback have trekked further than most.
Apps helped people stay fit amid pandemic
Fitness trackers on mobiles helped people stay healthy amid pandemic lockdowns but the devices also added stress with information overload about COVID-19, a study has found.
Reality TV comps scaring wannabe singers
For some performers, the mere thought of singing solo in the spotlight can cause a crippling case of stage fright. But now the incredible and occasionally intimidating vocal skills of reality TV contestants could be scaring wannabe singers right off the stage.
No bull dust as Rutherfurd rides again
Champion bull rider Donovan Rutherfurd says trust and love for the animals is key to success as he prepares for the legendary Mount Isa Mines Rodeo.
The red dust pilgrimage to Birdsville
The Birdsville Big Red Bash is billed as the world's most remote music festival, with 10,000 punters travelling thousands of kilometres to rock in the desert.
Rock still solid 40 years on. Goanna hits the road to celebrate Spirit of Place
Very few bands make a record that contains the essence of its time and still sounds relevant four decades later. Goanna did it with their very first album, Spirit of Place, in 1982.
Acreage living never looked so good
‘Cancel your plane tickets, we’re bringing the holiday to you!’ That’s the message this house is sending, and it’s impossible to resist.
Byron Bay is Insta’s picture perfect beach
A mass analysis of posts has found Byron Bay to be home to Australia's most Instagrammable beaches with more than 3.1 million tagged images found.