Caitlyn Sheehan
Mermaid Beach, QLD
Caitlyn Sheehan produces the Breakfast program for ABC Gold Coast.
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This suburban 'sanctuary' is no junkyard — it's an alternative way for Aussie kids to play
In an adventure playground tucked away in a Brisbane suburb, a generation of kids are discovering an alternative way to play.
'It's no secret' extended Bluey episode is a test run for a movie, executive producer says
After weeks of speculation, a Bluey executive has confirmed the creators would like to make a feature-length movie, with the new episode intended to gauge interest.
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Roadworks speed cameras set to issue fines from next month after long delay
New cameras in Queensland intended to catch speeding drivers at roadworks sites will be switched on more than 18 months after the road safety initiative was supposed to begin.
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How a daily walk made Mavis the 'sassy' pet chook a hit in her neighbourhood
Every morning, Naomi walks her chook Mavis around the footpaths of south-east Queensland, drawing looks of disbelief and starting conversations along the way.
Stray cats are a 'big problem' in Queensland. Here's what to do if you spot one
Roaming cats are rampant in south-east Queensland, animal welfare experts say, as city councils catch and impound thousands of strays each year.
Around Australia in 93 days: Lesa Ashford sets ultracycling record
Fifty-three-year-old Lesa Ashford becomes the first woman to set a record for cycling around Australia solo. She wants other women to break her record, but to talk to her first.
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Blind man says third refusal from Uber in two months is the 'final straw'
Henry Macphillamy relies on his guide dog Jasmin to help him maintain his "very full life", but drivers from the rideshare service have repeatedly refused to take him where he needs to go.
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A ride home at 3am already cost Tenayah $110. Then the driver demanded more cash
The Queensland government is vowing to crack down on rogue operators in the taxi and rideshare industries amid reports of threats and price gouging.
Truck drivers in rural Queensland to be trained in crash scene management and first aid
They are often first on the scene of serious road crashes. Now they are learning what to do and what not to do to save a person's life.
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Food swapping takes off, reduces waste and builds community
As many families struggle to make ends meet, an edible exchange program is reducing the cost of living pressures in a Gold Coast hinterland community.
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Queensland residents left uninsured amid 'change in appetite' for flood risk
After seven years with the same insurer, Collette has been told her Gold Coast property is now "embargoed", leaving her without contents insurance as summer storm season looms.
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Huge fence erected on major Gold Coast road to keep bin chickens at bay
Fences are being erected to protect drivers and a large colony of ibises nesting metres away from one of Australia's busiest roads.
Safety concerns for drivers as thousands of ibises nest beside major highway
An environmental consultant says it will be tricky to take action this year as authorities try to master a "sensitive balancing act" between nesting native birds and a busy highway.
What antenatal classes don't tell you about breastfeeding and 'mum guilt'
Caitlyn spent the first months as a new mum filled with anxiety and fear of failure due to breastfeeding issues and low supply. It was an experience no antenatal class had prepared her for.
Wild dog fears grow as residents warn of attacks on domestic animals
Scenic Rim residents are being told to carry sticks to protect themselves, their pets, and livestock from packs of wild dogs after a spate of attacks.
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A buffalo walks into a pub, and trainer says the beast's intelligence is no joke
A pair of buffalo that bucked their circus destiny are set to star in a different kind of show as a former polar bear handler unlocks their intelligence.
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Grazier in a spin after discovering two sets of twins on Queensland farm
A leading veterinarian says the chance of beef cattle having multiple births is less than 1 per cent, which has shocked one grazier who found not one, but two sets of twin calves within the space of a week on her property.
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Offcuts strike a chord at musical men’s shed as members build instruments and write own songs
Leftover pieces of wood would usually end up in a fireplace, but at the Tamborine Mountain Men's Shed, the offcuts are crafted into ukuleles.
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Gold Coast's 'idiotic' beach bar call opens Pandora's box, critics say
The council's decision to allow Kurrawa Beach Club to operate on a trial basis over the next three years has been slammed by opponents who fear there may be more venues to come.
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What is killing giant trevally in a Gold Coast lake?
A fish kill of "biblical proportions" sparks an investigation and chemical testing at the artificial lake.
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'You can't take everything': Caravan crackdown reveals widespread weight problem
Caravan owners are urged to weigh their rigs after a recent Queensland Transport and Main Roads blitz found most of the vehicles pulled over were noncompliant.
Van fans on hitting the road, living cheaply and scoring the best views
Despite some early hesitations, former Olympic swimmer Brooke Hanson says a van holiday with her family is about living simply. She's the latest to join the so-called "van life" movement sweeping Australia.
Koala rescuer wants a donkey: Samantha's quest to find a companion for lonely Luna
Samantha Longman rescues and rehabilitates injured koalas, but a decision to buy a wild donkey named Luna, destined for the abattoir, is now taking up a lot of spare time.
Artist in the frame for prestigious prize
Michael Bain had not picked up a paint brush for 13 years until his wife suggested he paint a portrait of inspirational Gold Coast doctor Dinesh Palipana.
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'Chill dog' Bob and his owner bring smiles to motorists on the Gold Coast
Sometimes Mark Brereton and his best friend Bob stop traffic. The 51-year-old, who ferries his hound around in a sidecar, says he feels safer riding a motorcycle than driving a car.