Lifelong singles need extra support as they age
Lifelong single people have lower life satisfaction and different personality traits compared to partnered people, prompting calls for improved support for those who
Read more31 December 2024Community
Brisbane fireworks. Road closures, transport, viewing points
Road closures and changed traffic conditions kick in from 4pm New Year’s Eve as Brisbane prepares to welcome thousands into the city to watch the fireworks display
Read more31 December 2024
Grim milestone for Queensland road toll
Fatalities on Queensland roads are at their highest level in a decade.
Police and Emergency Services Minister Dan Purdie said 299 lives had been lost so far in 2024,
Read more30 December 2024
Arts and cultural groups to showcase talents
More than 20 Queensland arts and cultural organisations will share almost $1.5 million in the latest round of grants under the Queensland Arts Showcase Program
Read more30 December 2024
Cost of online shopping scams close to $4m
With Australians already almost $4 million out of pocket in 2024 because of online shopping scams, bargain hunters are being warned to be vigilant during end-of-year
Read more27 December 2024
DVConnect to expand with $30m injection
More than $30 million will be invested in expanding Queensland’s DVConnect service, with a review into the delivery of 24/7 support for people experiencing domestic
Read more26 December 2024
One glass of wine with dinner helps the heart
European researchers have confirmed that one glass of wine a day, with a meal, is beneficial to your heart.
A multi-centre study looked at data from more than 1200
Read more26 December 2024
Police issue pre-Christmas e-scooter warning
A spike in deaths in Queensland related to the use of e-scooters has prompted a warning from police.
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is specifically urging parents
Read more24 December 2024
Australians investing in Christmas cheer
Despite the cost-of-living crunch, new data has revealed Australians plan to spend more this Christmas than in 2023.
Australian Retailers Association Chief Industry
Read more23 December 2024
$150m fund to support low-interest EV loans
The Federal Government is bankrolling low-interest loans for people earning under $100,000 who want to purchase an electric vehicle (EV).
Federal Climate Change and
Read more22 December 2024