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A new report has highlighted the alarming rise in gambling among Australian teenagers, with an estimated $231 million spent annually. 

Sofie Formica is calling for action from parents, educators, and the government to mitigate the problem.

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There is a surprising danger of consuming too much vitamin B6, an essential nutrient often found in high doses in energy drinks. 

Food policy researcher at the George Institute for Global Health, Alexandra Jones, joined Sofie Formica to discuss the health risks of exceeding the recommended daily intake, a common practice for people who regularly consume these popular beverages.

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Sofie Formica suggested that reduced public transport fares have increased patronage in Brisbane and questions whether the Brisbane Metro is genuinely solving the city's broader congestion issues. 

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Queensland's plan to construct six new special schools has drawn criticism from Australia's Disability Discrimination Commissioner, Rosemary Kayess, who is advocating for a national roadmap to inclusive education. 

President of the Queensland Association of Special Education Leaders, Andrew Thompson, told Sofie Formica on 4BC Afternoons, "We support the notion of inclusion, but it's got to be done in a way that's going to be supportive of the students and also the staff working with those particular students."

"Until we have some quality training for our initial teacher programs that covers the intricacies of teaching a student with complex needs, accommodating these students in the mainstream classroom is going to be very problematic" Thompson Continued.

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A scathing review has exposed major issues plaguing Queensland's forensic DNA testing labs.

Sofie Formica has commented on the state of Queensland's forensic labs and their impact on the justice system.

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Labor’s decision to delay its 'once in a generation' aged care reform, from July 1 to November 1, has been subject to criticism by many in the parliament.

CEO of Australian Seniors, Chris Grice, joined Sofie Formica to discuss why the move is damaging for seniors.

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