After weeks of polling listeners for the official smell of Queensland, Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast announced that the scent of a summer storm took the top prize with 54% of the vote.

Dean & Sofie plan to take this winning scent - scientifically known as petrichor - to their marketing department to try and develop a wearable fragrance.

After weeks of polling listeners for the official smell of Queensland, Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast announced that the scent of a summer storm took the top prize with 54% of the vote.
Dean &amp; Sofie plan to take this winning scent - scientifically known as petrichor - to their marketing department to try and develop a wearable fragrance.

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Queenslanders have spoken: The 'Summer Storm' is crowned the state's official smell

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After four decades as a staple of Brisbane's nightlife, the iconic riverside venue Fridays is officially closing its doors this Sunday.

Former staff and locals are reflecting on its rich history, which includes hosting early gigs for Aussie music legends and famously turning away the Prince of Denmark.

After four decades as a staple of Brisbane's nightlife, the iconic riverside venue Fridays is officially closing its doors this Sunday.
Former staff and locals are reflecting on its rich history, which includes hosting early gigs for Aussie music legends and famously turning away the Prince of Denmark.

End of an era: Brisbane nightclub 'Fridays' set to close its doors after 40 years

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Brisbane boxing champion Jeff Horn joined Dean & Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to address the swirling rumours of a rematch against Manny Pacquiao, hinting that a $5 million purse could bring him back to Suncorp Stadium.

Meanwhile, Horn highlighted his true passion project, the "Bulletproof Australia" campaign, which is expanding into Queensland schools to teach young children about conflict resolution and mental wellness.

Brisbane boxing champion Jeff Horn joined Dean &amp; Sofie on 4BC Breakfast to address the swirling rumours of a rematch against Manny Pacquiao, hinting that a $5 million purse could bring him back to Suncorp Stadium.
Meanwhile, Horn highlighted his true passion project, the "Bulletproof Australia" campaign, which is expanding into Queensland schools to teach young children about conflict resolution and mental wellness.

What Jeff Horn really thinks about fighting a 47-year-old Manny Pacquiao

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Queenslanders have spoken: The 'Summer Storm' is crowned the state's official smell

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