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A FAMILIAR face in the Landsborough community has undergone an exciting transformation!
Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF. “It means the world to be part of bringing greater visibility to a condition that ects so many families,” said Breakthrough T1D CEO Dr Aaron
What was formerly known as Landsborough Chemist has officially relaunched as Complete Care Pharmacy Landsborough, ushering in a new era of comprehensive and personalised healthcare.
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For over 30 years, this family-owned pharmacy at Shop 1-2, 4 Mill Street has been a cornerstone of local health.
These new offerings complement existing services including vaccinations, hormonal contraceptive services, UTI consultations, medical certificates, plant-based medicines and medication packing.
“Barbie helps shape children’s early perceptions of the world, and by reflecting medical conditions like T1D, we ensure more kids can see themselves in the stories they imagine and the dolls they love,” she said.
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Aa J. Kowalski. Barbie also advocates Robin with custom dolls, to delegates at the 2 Washington, DC. The 2025 Barbie Fashionistas line is available now at retailers and online.
Now, that dedication is not only continuing but expanding significantly to offer holistic health solutions to the residents of Landsborough and the wider Glass House Mountains region.
“We are very excited to expand our offering to the Landsborough community after more than 30 years high quality patient care,” owner Sean Fitzpatrick said.
“We will have the same friendly faces providing a whole raft of new services such as Nurse Practitioner appointments, vaccinations and private consultation rooms and more.
“Our goal is to keep patients out of emergency departments and allow them to access convenient and safe healthcare without
travelling long distances.”
Complete Care Pharmacy Landsborough’s enhanced services set them apart.
Patients will now benefit from private counselling rooms with pharmacists for new medications and minor ailments, plus in-store allied health professionals, including a Nurse Practitioner and Diabetes
With a commitment to inclusivity, the pharmacy offers a ‘Quiet hour’ daily between 10 am to 11 am for patients with sensory needs and proudly provides a disability-friendly environment.
As a registered NDIS provider, they offer dedicated support and services to individuals with disabilities.
Complete Care Pharmacy Landsborough is open six days a week and are ready to welcome you to their transformed space!
THIS year marks a significant milestone for Maleny Doctors, the Hinterland’s oldest and only independent, doctor-owned and operated general practice hub. Celebrating 40 years of continuous service to the local community, the practice also honours its long-serving Hub Manager, Veronique Ponthieu, who has been with the business since day one. Upon immigrating to Australia from Belgium, Veronique settled in beautiful Maleny in 1986 and became the first Medical Receptionist and Typographer for the Medical
Superintendent’s private medical practice attached to the Maleny Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. Since then, she has remained the one constant in this evolving practice. Known for her warmth, wit, and tireless dedication, Veronique quips, “I might speak funny, but I don’t have an accent— everyone else does!” She cheekily requests a “box of chocolates” (Belgian, of course) when going the extra mile to meet everyone’s needs. If you can’t see or hear Veronique, rest assured—she’s behind the scenes, looking after the
Hub, and that means she’s looking after you. From humble beginnings in the Superintendent’s house, the practice has grown into a modern General Practice Hub under the leadership of Dr Bourne, who took ownership in 2007. Now operating as Maleny Doctors, the Hub offers secure tenancies to independent GPs, backed by a professional administration and nursing team, all within an accredited facility designed for comprehensive, patientcentred care. As part of its 40th birthday celebrations,
Maleny Doctors will reintroduce 100% bulk billing from November 1 (pending the passage of Medicare legislation). Early access to Universal Bulk Billing will also be available from September 1 to patients – new, existing, or returning – who register their MyMedicare with the Hub and based on their nominated GP. With over 40 doctors trained in partnership with Maleny Hospital, Maleny Doctors continues to lead in rural healthcare, teaching, and compassionate community service.
FLU cases are continuing to rise across Queensland, with more than 3,050 cases recorded in the past week - the highest weekly figure this year. Over 210 people have been hospitalised for influenza, with more than 90 per cent unvaccinated.
Queensland Chief Health Officer Dr Heidi Carroll said flu-related hospital bed
occupancy is climbing.
“Last week, an average of 129 beds were occupied daily by patients hospitalised with the flu.
In the week prior, an average of 112 beds were occupied daily by flu patients,” Dr Carroll said.
“We are expecting flu hospitalisations to overtake COVID-19 hospitalisations in
coming weeks.”
Flu transmission is expected to rise as schools return.
“Children are more likely to catch and spread influenza contributing to transmission in the community,” she said.
Dr Carroll urged Queenslanders to take up the free flu vaccine.
LA Trobe University researchers have received nearly $4.5 million in Australian Research Council (ARC) Future Fellowships to advance work across health, history and agriculture.
Dr Lisa Mielke received $1.13 million to identify molecules for drug and vaccine development to improve gut health in
mammals, with benefits for both Australians and the livestock industry.
Dr Amy Pennay secured $1.11 million to investigate the Alcohol Harm Paradox, where people with higher socio-economic status drink more but those with lower status suffer greater alcohol-related harm.
Dr Dugald Reid was
awarded $976,696 to study genes controlling nitrogen acquisition in crops, aiming to develop cereals and legumes with improved nitrogen efficiency.
Associate Professor Karen Hughes received $1.28 million to study Indigenous Australian women’s marriages to US servicemen during WWII.
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THIS National Diabetes Week, running from July 13–19, Australians are being urged to focus on prevention to positively change lives and reduce the growing burden of diabetes nationwide.
With type 2 diabetes accounting for about 85 per cent of cases, the campaign places a strong emphasis on early intervention.
“Studies show that up to 58% of type 2 diabetes cases can be prevented or delayed through proactive measures and lifestyle changes,”
Diabetes Australia said.
The week-long campaign also draws attention to the need to reduce complications for those already living with all forms of diabetes—type 1, type 2 of life.” The campaign’s core message centres on
education and support.
ective prevention and management matter at every stage of the diabetes journey. The right support can help individuals implement small but impactful changes that reduce the risk of severe complications.”
All campaign details and resources can be found at: diabetesaustralia.com.au/ national-diabetes-week.
“This National Diabetes Week, let’s commit to spreading awareness and ensuring that everyone has access to the resources they need for healthier lives. By building better understanding and offering stronger support, we can help create a healthier future – for everyone.”
SOCIAL media use is nearly universal among Australian children aged 10 to 15, with high exposure to harmful online content, eSafety’s latest report reveals.
The report, *Digital use and risk: Online platform engagement among children aged 10 to 15*, found 96 per cent of
children used at least one social media platform, with 7 in 10 encountering harmful content such as misogyny, violent videos, and material promoting eating disorders or suicide.
Three quarters said their most recent exposure occurred on social media.
eSafety analysed responses from over 2,600
Creamy Gnocchi Soup
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 brown onion, finely diced
2 large carrots, finely diced
2 celery stalks, finely diced
4 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed
¼ cup plain flour
1L vegetable or chicken stock
2 cups reduced fat milk
500g packet gnocchi
400g can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 packed cups kale, roughly chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
children, revealing 1 in 7 had experienced groomingtype behaviour, including being asked to share nude images.
Over 60 per cent said these experiences happened on social media.
More than half reported experiencing cyberbullying, with rates increasing with age.
until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
ADD garlic, thyme and fennel seeds and cook for a further 2 minutes until fragrant.
ADD flour to the vegetables and cook, stirring well, for 2 minutes to get rid of the raw flour taste.
GRADUALLY pour in stock while stirring continuously pepper.
REDUCE heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, or until gnocchi are tender and soup has thickened slightly.
STIR in the fresh rosemary, lemon juice and parmesan cheese and adjust seasonings as needed.
SERVE hot, garnished with parmesan cheese if desired.
