Perth gets revenge on Conklin's Crocs
An awkward plane ride2:08Basketball: Perth coach Trevor Gleeson discusses the uncomfortable situation of sharing a plane with the Townsville Crocodiles after Wildcat Damian Martin had his jaw broken by Brian Conklin.BRIAN Conklin endured a frustrating night as Public Enemy No.1 in WA as the Perth Wildcats eked out an 85-77 win over Townsville at Perth Arena.Conklin was cleared to play by the NBL Tribunal just hours before tip-off following the hit that broke Perth skipper Damian Martin’s jaw and dislodged three teeth on Wednesday night.But the reigning MVP couldn’t inspire his side to a third successive win over the Cats, with the ‘Red Army’ going home satisfied after dishing out their own f..>> view originalWildcats win as Townsville’s Brian Conklin faced barrage of boos | The Australian
An awkward plane ride2:08Basketball: Perth coach Trevor Gleeson discusses the uncomfortable situation of sharing a plane with the Townsville Crocodiles after Wildcat Damian Martin had his jaw broken by Brian Conklin.BRIAN Conklin endured a frustrating night as Public Enemy No.1 in WA as the Perth Wildcats eked out an 85-77 win over Townsville at Perth Arena.Conklin was cleared to play by the NBL Tribunal just hours before tip-off following the hit that broke Perth skipper Damian Martin’s jaw and dislodged three teeth on Wednesday night.But the reigning MVP couldn’t inspire his side to a third successive win over the Cats, with the ‘Red Army’ going home satisfied after dishing out their own f..>> view originalStrong CQ team sent north for cricket championships
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A book has been released that shares the memories of Australian doctors who've worked in emergency departments over the years.Photo: Edwina PicklesA Queensland physician is among 26 doctors who have penned memories of working in emergency departments, in a bid to show the more human side to emergency departments.Emergency: Real Stories from Australia's ED Doctorsis a collation of 40 stories written by emergency doctors about their most memorable moments working in emergency departments over the years.Editor of the book Dr Simon Judkins said the personal stories resonated with anyone who has been in an emergency department.Dr Peter Aitken at The Townsville Hospital ED.Photo: Ian Hitchcock"The..>> view originalClive Palmer resorts to a dash for some cash
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GOOD news has come in threes for the Pascoe family.The family has just welcomed triplets Halle, Faith and Ryan, who have unknowingly helped make up Townsville Hospital's multiple babies total to two set of triplets and 33 sets of twins for 2015.Bloomsbury parents Jennifer Musah and husband Mark Pascoe couldn't be prouder.Ms Musah said the family was hoping to transfer back to the Mackay Base Hospital for the final part of the babies' care before finally settling back into their home at Bloomsbury."They are doing well and we're hoping to be able to go home very soon," she said.Foetal maternal specialist Dr David Watson said he was initially very concerned that Ms Musah would deliver the babie..>> view originalNever on a Sunday, minister
The lunacy would fill a Yes Minister or Utopia satire. But sadly for the 20 per cent of 15 to 24-year-olds out of work in Cairns, Townsville, the Hunter Valley and ...>> view originalTall order as Dandenong Rangers, Melbourne Boomers prepare for...
Dandenong recruit Alex Bunton is averaging 10 points and six rebounds a game.Photo: Mick ConnollyPost players walk a difficult path in the WNBL.Some games, some seasons they are indispensable and play major roles then other times they are on the bench if a smaller line-up is required.Melbourne Boomers' Kate Oliver and Dandenong Rangers' Alex Bunton are two emerging post players who have found early success at their new homes this season.Oliver crossed to the Boomers from Sydney University Flames in the off-season while Bunton exited the Adelaide Lightning and found refuge with the Rangers despite struggling with a foot injury for much of this year.AdvertisementBunton is averaging 10 points a..>> view originalLosing a limb to tackling Kokoda: Nathan Whittington finishes...
Video will begin in5seconds.From losing a limb to tackling the gruelling Kokoda trailNathan Whittington was 18 when his right foot was ripped off in a water skiing accident. Five years later he's completed the gruelling Kokoda trail.PT1M6S620349Tackling the historic Kokoda trail can mean many things to different people: honouring those who served in ruthless terrain, exploring a new country, challenging yourself.Nathan Whittington also felt he had something to prove.The 23-year-old, who lost his right foot in a freak water-skiing accident five years ago, has just returned from walking the gruelling track on a prosthetic leg.Australian Army private Nathan Whittington has just returned to Canb..>> view original
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