Danica Clayton

Queensland

Reporter at The Courier-Mail

Reporter | The Courier-Mail

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Articles

LIBRARY NEWS: Greenfield Public Library still a vibrant part of community

1 month ago | crestonnews.com | Danica Clayton |Lisa Jackson |Alex Kava |Tim O’Brien

It is common to hear that libraries are of the past, “Who reads anymore?,” and are seeing declined usage. In reality, our library, and libraries across Adair County, have seen increased usage and circulation. Libraries still act as a hub for information and research and have adapted in the age of the internet by being equipped with internet, computers and even hotspots. Libraries are also — and increasing becoming — an important third place.
Back from the dead: Brisbane hammered by Cat 1 winds, planes unable to land

1 month ago | heraldsun.com.au | Mikaela Mulveney |Rose Innes |Samantha Scott |Andreas Nicola |Thomas Chamberlin |Iwan Jones | +1 more

Brisbane homes were starting to lose power and planes struggling to land at the airport as the unpredictable Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred delivered category 1 cyclonic wind. Despite Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner on Saturday morning claiming Brisbane “dodged a bullet” overnight as the weather system weakened, Alfred reintensified by 8pm.
‘Shower chickens’: Unusual ways Qlders are prepping for TC Alfred

1 month ago | cairnspost.com.au | Iwan Jones |Danica Clayton

Chicken coops in the bathrooms, gardens in the living rooms, and furniture stacked to the ceiling – this is the reality for Queenslanders waiting for Tropical Cyclone Alfred to hit. South East Queensland is bracing itself for Tropical Cyclone Alfred to make landfall on Saturday morning as possibly a category 2 system – packing gale-force winds and up to 600mm of rain.
North Qld flood safety guide: Warnings, road closures, evacuations

2 months ago | news.com.au | Danica Clayton

Severe weather is impacting parts of Northern Queensland, with thousands told to evacuate ahead of life-threatening flooding which could inundate 1700 homes. Here is everything you need to know and the latest warnings and advice from the Bureau of Meteorology.
Christmas lights Brisbane: Where to see the best displays

Dec 3, 2024 | geelongadvertiser.com.au | Danica Clayton

It’s the annual rite of passage for every child: wandering around the neighbourhood completely dazzled by the Christmas light displays. From giant inflatable displays, Grinch costumes and bursts of colour nestled between trees, Christmas is no doubt the best time of year. We want to find Brisbane’s best Christmas lights. Enter your details below for a chance to be named Brisbane’s best. Entries close December 16. Enter your details below for a chance for your display to be named Brisbane’s best.
Christmas lights Brisbane: Where to see the best displays

Dec 2, 2024 | townsvillebulletin.com.au | Danica Clayton

It’s the annual rite of passage for every child: wandering around the neighbourhood completely dazzled by the Christmas light displays. From giant inflatable displays, Grinch costumes and bursts of colour nestled between trees, Christmas is no doubt the best time of year. We want to find Brisbane’s best Christmas lights. Enter your details below for a chance to be named Brisbane’s best. Entries close December 16. Enter your details below for a chance for your display to be named Brisbane’s best.
How you can turn your cringey tattoo into $250 cash this weekend

Jul 18, 2024 | townsvillebulletin.com.au | Danica Clayton

Do you have Queensland’s most shameful tattoo? Say goodbye to your drunk 3am tattoo and say hello to the chance to win $250 at Australia’s biggest tattoo expo. Hitting Brisbane this weekend, this year’s expo features hundreds of tattoo artists all over the country coming together at the across Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. We’ve got the lowdown on everything you need to know about the Brisbane leg of the Australian Tattoo Expo.
Your guide to viewing the Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower

May 2, 2024 | couriermail.com.au | Danica Clayton

Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower is set to be the most visible this Monday morning. Fancy an early morning stargazing session? We’ve asked an expert astronomer to share some tips on how to make the most of this annual light show. Professor Paulo de Souza from Griffith University said we pass the debris left by Halley’s comet twice a year, with the peak of the first encounter occurring in May, and the peak of the second encounter, Orionids, occurring in October.
Man attempts to sell 800,000 litres of water to Gold Coast residents

Jan 1, 2024 | geelongadvertiser.com.au | Danica Clayton

QLD NewsDon't miss out on the headlines from QLD News. Followed categories will be added to My News. A man on the Gold Coast has taken advantage of the current water surplus in the region and is now trying to sell 825,496L worth of water on Facebook Marketplace. The seller described the water quality as “good” but “slightly discoloured due to recent rain event.” The item is listed as “BYOP”, encouraging potential buyers to bring their own pump.
Man attempts to sell 800,000 litres of water to Gold Coast residents

Jan 1, 2024 | couriermail.com.au | Danica Clayton

A man on the Gold Coast has taken advantage of the current water surplus in the region and is now trying to sell 825,496L worth of water on Facebook Marketplace. The seller described the water quality as “good” but “slightly discoloured due to recent rain event.” The item is listed as “BYOP”, encouraging potential buyers to bring their own pump. “May contain the odd 2-tonne log floating in it … consider that a bonus for a today only deal,” the advertisement read. “Happy to sell by the litre.