Queensland goes to the polls; LeBron makes history; Mt Everest meteorite; and Squiz-E sniffs a fake Swiftie.

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This weekend, Queenslanders are off to vote, turning schools into polling stations. Steven Miles (Labor) faces off against David Crisafulli (Liberal National Party) for the role of Premier. Will they stick with Labor after nine years, or go for a change?

Basketball magic happened as LeBron James and his son Bronny played together for the LA Lakers, marking the first father-son duo in NBA history. They led the Lakers to victory against the Timberwolves, proving basketball runs deep in the family!

Scientists in South Africa have discovered remnants of a massive meteorite, the size of Mount Everest, that hit Earth 3 billion years ago. The impact was so powerful it made oceans boil, and may have sparked the beginning of life on Earth!

Squiz-E the Newshound is on the case! Fake social media posts claim celebrities like Taylor Swift and The Rock are endorsing election candidates, but don’t be fooled! Remember to STOP, THINK, and CHECK before you believe everything you see online!

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