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Maria Andrejczyk Won Silver in Tokyo, Then Gave It Away to Save a Life

August 21, 2025

Extraordinary Editorial

In a world where people guard their Olympic medals like buried treasure, one Polish athlete stunned…

NORTH BRISBANE NEWS FEED

Wavell Heights Clinic Expands Counselling Team to Meet Local Mental Health Needs
by Wavell Heights News
Families and individuals in Wavell Heights now have greater access to mental health support, as the Brisbane Livewell […]
Brisbane Bullets Look to Carry Momentum into Phoenix Clash
by Aspley News
Tyrell Harrison took responsibility for protecting the hole in the last seconds and the Brisbane Bullets secured a […]
The Equine Practice Company Named Finalist In 2025 Lord Mayor’s Business Awards
by Clayfield News
The Equine Practice Company, based in Clayfield, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Brisbane Lord Mayor’s Business […]
Couple Revives Queenslander Tradition in Wooloowin
by Clayfield News
A Wooloowin couple has transformed their home at 20 Stopford Street into a reimagined Queenslander, blending […]
Oprah Winfrey Returns To Brisbane With December Speaking Tour Stop
by Aspley News
Brisbane Entertainment Centre will host Oprah Winfrey later this year, giving Queensland audiences a rare chance to […]

INNER BRISBANE NEWS FEED

The Triffid Draws Packed Crowd After Surprise Teddy Swims Charity Show Announcement
by Newstead News
Hundreds of music fans rushed to Brisbane’s The Triffid after US soul singer Teddy Swims unexpectedly announced a […]
Spring Hill’s First2Care Champion: How Aiden Mulvihill is Redefining Inclusion at Work
by Fortitude Valley News
Aiden Mulvihill has never let circumstance define him. Born with a rare genetic condition and requiring 24-hour care, […]
Partners in Song to Fill St Mary’s at Kangaroo Point
by Kangaroo Point News
Australian soprano Katie Stenzel will join pianist Stewart Kelly for an afternoon recital at St Mary’s Anglican […]
Brisbane Couple Turns to Dockside Marina Living to Beat Rising Rents
by Kangaroo Point News
During a conversation with Nat and Shirvo on Sunrise on Tuesday, Grant and Louise Cause recounted how they have found a […]
Brisbane’s Overnight Charity Walk ‘All Night Long’ Supports Sick Kids and Families
by Fortitude Valley News
On 25 October, the All Night Long event precinct will open at the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, with live […]

SOUTH BRISBANE NEWS FEED

Brisbane Wants Household Pets Included in National Census Amid High Suburban Ownership
by Forest Lake News
Forest Lake residents clearly love their pets, with the suburb ranking as Brisbane’s third most popular for dog […]
Pallara Shopping Village to Host Free Family Fun Day Tomorrow
by Forest Lake News
Pallara Shopping Village is preparing to welcome local families with a free community event designed to bring residents […]
Pop-Up Alert: Birria Boy Taqueria Serving Slow-Cooked Birria In Woolloongabba
by Annerley News
Birria Boy Taqueria has officially launched in Woolloongabba, drawing locals for its slow-cooked birria tacos and […]
Calls Grow to Lower Annerley Road’s 60 km/h Speed Limit After Dozens of Crashes
by Annerley News
Annerley Road has a posted 60 km/h speed limit, despite a string of crashes recorded over the past five years. Between […]
Holland Park Educator Elizabeth Cameron Honoured for 40-Year Career and Perfect Student Success Rate
by Holland Park News
Five consecutive years of 100 per cent student graduation success have earned Holland Park State High School educator […]

MORETON BAY NEWS FEED

Street Spotlight: Pumicestone Rd, Caboolture
by Caboolture Today
Once a quiet stretch linking Caboolture’s rural edges, Pumicestone Road has long carried the pulse of a changing […]
Street Spotlight: Cottrill Rd, Caboolture
by Caboolture Today
In a historically rural corner of Caboolture, Cottrill Road has evolved alongside a fast-growing Moreton Bay community. […]
Street Spotlight: Oxford St, Joyner
by North Lakes Today
At first glance, Joyner is a quiet pocket of Moreton Bay — a suburb defined by leafy streets, family homes, and the […]
Street Spotlight: Youngs Crossing Rd, Bray Park
by North Lakes Today
Long before students filled its classrooms, the land at 12–16 Youngs Crossing Rd had a very different purpose. In […]
Samford Valley Community's History Inspires New Dayboro Skate Park
by Samford Valley News
Skaters and riders in Dayboro will soon be grinding on milk churn-shaped rails at the new Dayboro skate park, inspired […]

EAST BRISBANE NEWS FEED

The Trail to Oregon Brings Chaos and Comedy to Ron Hurley Theatre
by Morningside News
Ron Hurley Theatre will host a live musical where the audience helps decide the fate of the characters, including who […]
Coorparoo Finance Firm Eyes Major Expansion After National Investment
by Coorparoo News
National mortgage aggregator AFG has acquired a 40% stake in Coorparoo-based Network Finance, marking its first […]
Olympic Gold Medallist Libby Trickett Secures $20-M Hawthorne Property
by Hawthorne News
Hawthorne has welcomed a high-profile new resident, with Olympic swimming champion Libby Trickett and her husband, […]
Koala Joey Rescued After Camp Hill Road Ordeal
by Camp Hill Today
A koala joey's weekend ordeal near a dangerous Camp Hill road has ended happily, thanks to the dedication of local […]
Murrarie Transformed as Hollywood Arrives for Chris Hemsworth’s New Thriller
by Morningside News
Residents of Murrarie were treated to a rare glimpse of Hollywood action as Australian actor Chris Hemsworth was […]

WEST BRISBANE NEWS FEED

Hands-On Prep Program Builds Confidence in The Gap
by The Gap Today
As Queensland celebrates World Teachers’ Day on 31 October, St Peter Chanel Primary School in The Gap is being […]
Tonga XIII and Toa Samoa Set to Clash as Pacific Championships Roll into Brisbane
by Milton Today
Pacific rugby league pride will take centre stage in Brisbane on Sunday 26 October 2025 when Tonga XIII and Toa Samoa […]
Sherwood Road Level Crossing: Long Downtimes Add to Brisbane West Traffic Congestion
by Over The Walter Taylor Bridge
Commuters and local drivers in Sherwood are frequently facing long waits at the level crossing on Sherwood Road. […]
Inside Mount Coot-Tha’s Tropical Display Dome, A Living Rainforest Landmark
by Chapel Hill News
Set within the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, the Tropical Display Dome at Mount Coot-Tha continues to attract visitors with […]
Rocks Riverside Promenade Welcomes Next Stop in Sofie Formica’s Walking Series
by Centenary Today
Radio host Sofie Formica will lead the next leg of her 100 Days of Walking campaign at Rocks Riverside Promenade in […]