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Urgent safety review as Aussies eat berries in record numbers

Blueberries, blackberries and raspberries have surged in popularity over the past decade.

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A surge in the popularity of blueberries, blackberries and raspberries has prompted a safety review of chemicals used on the fruits.

Massive drone carries national flag in breathtaking Ekka moment

The brains behind the Australian first had to sneak into the showgrounds for secret tests.

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The 2x2 meter drone is carrying a 6m flag over the RNA showgrounds Main Arena during the national anthem.

Behind the Ekka-showbags: Meet the woman reinventing an Aussie icon

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Samantha Atkinson is the third generation running the company selling over 370 different showbags this year at the Ekka.

Behind the scenes with the Ekka’s cuddliest stars

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As the Ekka crowds thin out, 350 barnyard stars begin their nightly retreat, some more willingly than others.

One dead and nine others rushed to hospital after eating broccoli in Italy

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Man, 52, dead and nine others rushed to hospital after eating broccoli prompting urgent recall

Mine closure shocks rural city with thousands of jobs at risk

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Dawn breaks over Mount Isa’s now silent Glencore copper mine, marking the close of 70 years of mining history.
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