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Travel warnings wound back for areas of the Middle East

Travel warning for Australians travelling to the Middle East have been eased off the back of a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. The Australian Government

Children find plenty of ways to bypass social media ban

By Lisa Given As the UK prepares to introduce an “Australia plus” ban on social media for under 16s, many lessons can be learned from Australia’s experiment. Many

New commission will coordinate child protection

A new Queensland Protection Commission will be set up to provide oversight, accountability and coordination of child protection. This is part of the State Government’s

New fund to help refugees get started in business

Refugees in Australia will have access to funds to start and grow businesses through a new lending facility created by seven philanthropic groups. The $4.1 million

Alcohol amplifies the body’s savoury craving

By David Raubenheimer, Amanda Grech and Stephen J Simpson Have you ever wondered why savoury foods like chips, nachos and salted nuts go so well with a beer or glass of

New health program to support Brisbane’s ‘dawn economy’

Brisbane residents will have access to new, free health and fitness programs as part of efforts to capitalise on its early-morning economy. Locals will also be consulted

The implications of the landmark forever chemicals case

By Cameron Holley and Carley Bartlett The Australian government has launched its largest-ever lawsuit, suing American chemical giant 3M and its local subsidiary. The

Charities hit by rising costs and demand for services

Australia’s charities are taking a hit as rising expenses and cost-of-living pressures impact their bottom line. New data from the Australian Charities and

Starry nights to be protected on the Sunshine Coast

Queensland’s first internationally-recognised Dark Sky Reserve has been declared in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The declaration will keep a dark sky “window to

The Brisbane Festival program for 2026

The Brisbane Festival 2026 program features an expansive celebration of art and community as imagined by new Artistic Director Ebony Bott. Tickets are on sale for

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