A spider researcher says arachnophobia is a fear that is unnecessarily passed down to generations and spiders should be a source of fascination, not fear.
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Is virtual reality the key to helping people with aerophobia?
A fear of flying makes travelling an ordeal for many people, so a group of Brisbane students hope their idea to use virtual reality headsets on flights will really take off.
Paul Pisasale to step down as Ipswich Mayor amid CCC investigation
Long-term Ipswich Mayor Paul Pisasale will announce his resignation after more than 13 years as the city’s leader amid reports of an unfolding CCC investigation into him.
Sydney Markets runs own war on waste with organic waste powering 3,000 homes
Rotting fruit and vegetables become electricity in the Sydney Markets’ own war on waste, keeping it out of landfill and saving millions.
Rare Shakespeare folio gets VIP treatment during flying Queensland visit
Transporting a 394-year-old book of Shakespeare’s works is not an easy logistical feat, with plane seats and special pillows used to bring the historic folio to Queensland.
Up to 5,000 to attend slain cop's funeral in Toowoomba
Senior Constable Brett Forte will be farewelled in Queensland’s largest police funeral in six years, with streets in Toowoomba to be closed for a guard of honour on Wednesday.
Parents charged with torture and murder of toddler face court
A Brisbane couple charged with the murder and torture of their two-year-old daughter, who died after suffering a cardiac arrest and severe burns to her body, remain emotionless as they make their first court appearance.
How to eat healthy over the winter months
Does winter see you reach for hot chips, sleep through your alarm and spend more time on the couch? Here are tips to help you keep in shape this winter.
Australian stabbed by London terrorist gives mum 'thumbs up'
Candice Hedge, one of two Australians hurt in the latest terror attack in London, Skypes her mum in Queensland, but unable to talk after being stabbed in the neck gestures that she is “OK”.
Murder accused allegedly confessed to ex-lover, court told
A Gold Coast man allegedly confessed to killing a Brisbane mother saying she deserved it, a Supreme Court jury hears on day one of his trial.