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Tuesday's news
19 Feb 2013
Residents are allowed home in Melbourne’s north despite the grassfire continuing to burn. Meanwhile, in South Africa, Oscar Pistorius is expected to apply for bail.
Sugar debate sparked
Grocers and food producers are opposing the newly released dietary guidelines which advise to limit the amount of added sugar. Public health advocates say it is aimed at reducing the nation’s obesity epidemic. Read more.
Fire approaches Melbourne’s north
At least one home has been destroyed as thousands of residents and workers fled the fast-moving fire encroaching on Melbourne’s outer suburbs. The Age details how the fire unfolded.
ABC reports that residents have been advised they can return to their homes despite the fire continuing to burn out of control. Firefighters are monitoring how the incoming wind change will affect the grassfire.
Social media saves diabetic boy
A Brisbane teenager has been reunited with his family after being missing for two days and it’s largely because of a Facebook campaign. His family took to social media, requesting information and sightings. Read how Facebook helped the campaign.
Do you use social media sites? Find Probus South Pacific on Facebook and Twitter and join the conversation.
Australian dies in Borneo
An Australian motocross rider has died of a heart attack while taking part in a two-day rally. Twenty other riders had to be rescued after heavy rains forced them to spend the night in the jungle. Read the full story.
Bear Grylls wannabe
Locals suspect that rescued British backpacker, Sam Woodhead, was deliberately testing his survival skills Bear Grylls style. Sam will be donating the money he will receive from a UK interview deal to his rescuers. News.com.au has more.
Pistorius to seek bail
Blade Runner Oscar Pistorius is expected to apply for bail today as the family of his 29-year-old girlfriend gather in Port Elizabeth for her funeral. The hearing is likely to offer more details about what happened. ABC has more.
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