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Brisbane council explores CityCat bars as unions raise concerns
Brisbane City Council is exploring licensed bars on CityCat ferries, while Queensland's record housing pipeline raises questions about completions.
Minister Anika Wells faces scrutiny over $4000 Adelaide trip
Communications Minister Anika Wells is under fire again after FOI documents cast doubt on the legitimacy of a claimed meeting during a trip to Adelaide for a…
Irvine submits plans for mixed-use precinct at Toombul shopping centre site
Explore Brisbane's future with plans for Toombul redevelopment, car-park-free apartments in Milton, and shifting rental markets.
Brisbane 2032 emblem leaked online; organisers play down mishap
A premature leak of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic emblem sparked excitement. Organisers, led by Andrew Liveris, address the mishap and highlight its positive…
Story Bridge to shut for weeks as Brisbane market cools
The Story Bridge closes to traffic for three weeks this summer, Brisbane home values post their sharpest monthly fall of any capital, and Victim Assist…
Daylight saving debate resurfaces for south-east Queensland
Thirty-four years after Queensland voted no, experts say southeast population growth and Gold Coast time zone quirks have revived the daylight saving debate.
Katter's Australian Party revives push for North Queensland statehood
Calls for a new state in North Queensland are gaining momentum. Explore the arguments for regional autonomy, resource management and addressing disconnect…
Farmers face harvest labour shortage amid working holiday visa delays
Australia's agricultural sector faces labor shortages while the government grants permanent visas to 30,000 people who arrived in Australia illegally.
Coalition pledges 'scrapnet zero' energy overhaul with nuclear option
The Coalition has announced plans to reverse Labor’s energy policies within 30 days, including lifting the nuclear ban and revoking offshore wind zones.
Diesel hits $3 a litre in regional Queensland, truckies warn
Australian truck drivers are facing a diesel crisis, with prices reaching $3/L in regional areas.
Bowen Hills plan could lift Brisbane building heights to 50 storeys
Brisbane faces significant changes: taller buildings planned for Bowen Hills, major train line closures, and a revamped airport departure experience.
Five groups chosen to build 2,200 homes at Northshore Hamilton
Queensland's 2,200-home Northshore Hamilton development raises questions over affordability, transport and Olympic timing as Brisbane's ambitions meet hard…
Austral residents lose kerbside parking to council garden beds
A streetscaping upgrade in Austral has sparked community backlash after the council's garden installations wiped out resident parking along local streets.
One Nation plan to let super cover rent and mortgage sparks debate
One Nation proposes letting Australians access superannuation for rent and mortgage relief.
Brisbane faces bus backflip, housing pressure and 2032 scrutiny
Queensland abandons zero-emission bus targets, Riverfire ferry workers strike, Brisbane 2032 faces scrutiny and housing affordability deepens across Greater…
Brisbane ferry strike to suspend CityCat services on Riverfire Saturday
Major disruptions to Riverfire transport! Find out about the ferry strike, free travel after the fireworks, and bus route changes for Saturday.
Australians soften on China, US Studies Centre report finds
New research reveals a shift in Australian sentiment towards China, with views becoming more aligned with Beijing’s.
Brisbane's $2.5bn Waterfront project delayed to late 2029
Dexus delays Waterfront Brisbane to late 2029 as costs rise, while Albert Street reopens as a green pedestrian boulevard after seven years.
One Nation MP David Farley's immigration comments spark policy confusion
A One Nation MP's televised comments on immigration have ignited debate, exposing potential policy disagreements within the party.
Brisbane council approves 120sqm housing lots from 18 September
Brisbane City Council has voted 25-1 to allow lots as small as 120sqm in low-medium density zones, with 30-storey towers eyed for Upper Mount Gravatt.
Moreton Bay homeless campground trial sparks state government clash
Moreton Bay Council has approved a 12-month managed campground at Wyllie Park in Petrie, but the Queensland Government says it was never consulted and has…
Brisbane Channel creator seeks collaborators to cover Greater Brisbane
The creator behind The Brisbane Channel is opening the door to contributors, arguing that understanding a complex city requires more than one perspective.
Brisbane Victoria Park Olympic precinct plan leaves cost unanswered
Brisbane's draft Victoria Park Olympic precinct plan maps a bold 2032 vision, but critical details on cost, transport and stadium access remain unresolved.
Townsville crime prevention school to target at-risk youth
Queensland's new Townsville crime prevention school will offer trades training and wraparound support to re-engage at-risk students in grades 7 to 12.
Brisbane 2032 aquatic centre designs revealed as work begins
Six years out from the 2032 Games, Brisbane's first Olympic venue designs are public — but key questions on cost, capacity and heritage remain unanswered.
Brisbane residents dispute council plan for pickleball courts at Cox Park
Pickleball's popularity is sparking debate in Brisbane's suburbs. Residents in Loa are pushing back against council plans for new courts, citing a lack of…
Brisbane mission gets $7.3m to open 110 emergency shelter beds
Emanuel City Mission secures $7.3M state funding to open 110 emergency beds nightly as cost-of-living pressures drive a new wave of Brisbanites through its…
Brisbane airport noise, rail delays and 2032 venues in focus
Three big Brisbane stories this week all share the same problem — the headline numbers don't tell the full picture. Here's what's actually happening.
Queensland Police warn drivers against drink-driving at Christmas parties
Queensland Police are urging party-goers this festive season to plan their ride home before they drink — because the consequences aren't worth it.
Petrie AI traffic lights, rail safety tech and Toowong tower plan
Moreton Bay trials AI-powered traffic signals, Queensland Rail tests bridge-strike detectors in Ipswich, and Toowong Central gets a redesign after 500…
Brisbane council plans $3.6b Story Bridge renewal in new budget
Brisbane City Council announces $3.6 billion strategy to renew the Story Bridge over two decades.
Queensland budget backs $119 billion pipeline and Brisbane riverfront site
Queensland announces $119 billion infrastructure pipeline with a major riverfront overhaul dubbed the New South Bank, plus cost-of-living measures in the…
Brisbane property market cools as PropTrack records 0.2% June fall
Brisbane's property market shows first decline in 3.5 years. Interest rate hikes, cost-of-living pressures, and tax changes slow growth.
Graffiti artist dangling from Bolte Bridge pylon halts Melbourne traffic
A graffiti artist suspended from the Bolte Bridge pylon while spray-painting halts rush hour traffic in Melbourne, with police negotiating a safe resolution.
Brisbane to hold Anzac Day services across dozens of suburbs
Brisbaneers face early starts and road closures as the city marks Anzac Day with dawn services, parades, and ceremonies spanning the CBD and outer suburbs.
Asbestos-contaminated mulch sent to 25 South East Queensland sites
Asbestos-contaminated mulch distributed to 25 Queensland businesses and schools has triggered health concerns.
LNP eyes Metro expansion for Brisbane's north
Schrinner announces plans for Fitzgibbon electric bus depot to power Brisbane Metro expansion to the northside, contingent on March council election.
Fire ants found in South Murwillumbah in first NSW border crossing
Three fire ant nests found in South Murwillumbah trigger emergency biosecurity restrictions affecting residents and businesses within a 5km exclusion zone.
Wellcamp quarantine facility questioned over $223m spend and transparency
Queensland's $223 million Wellcamp quarantine facility was mothballed after just 70 days of use.
Belgian tourist dies in scooter crash on Magnetic Island
A 26-year-old Belgian worker on Magnetic Island has died in a motorised scooter crash, raising questions about tourist safety and the community's loss.
QBE Insurance steps up support for Sydney's sporting teams
QBE Insurance launches campaign with Sydney Swans and NSW Swifts, deepening corporate backing for local sports and demonstrating coverage for homes, vehicles…
Woman dies after drowning at Snapper Rocks on Gold Coast
Woman drowns at Gold Coast's Snapper Rocks; child and Good Samaritan hospitalised in stable condition after rescue attempts.
Grasstree Beach fisherman missing after boat capsizes off Mackay
Grasstree Beach fisherman missing after boat capsizes off Mackay. Two companions rescued in serious condition. Search continues with police commitment.
Australian schools move to ban Prime drink as retailers run short
Australian schools are banning Prime Hydration as influencer-backed drink frenzy grips teens.
Three injured as police car collides with light pole in Mackay
Emergency services respond to dramatic traffic incident in Mackay region; three people hospitalised after police vehicle involved in collision that brought…