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GLAD packaging. | Newsreel

$8.25 million fine for ‘ocean plastic’ claims

The makers of GLAD products have been fined more than $8 million for misleading consumers about the type of recycled plastic used in some of their bags. The Federal
Read more 14 April 2025
Sunshine Coast infrastructure roundtable. | Newsreel

First stop in public transport infrastructure journey

The first of many meetings to deliver public transport infrastructure on the Sunshine Coast in the lead up to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games was held on
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Children in back of car. | Newsreel

Sound shown to lessen motion sickness

A special sound may hold the key alleviating motion sickness in travellers. Researchers from Japan’s Nagoya University have discovered that stimulating the inner ear
Read more 14 April 2025
Pregnant woman driving. | Newsreel

Missing seatbelt advice increases risk during pregnancy

Most pregnant Australians are not advised on the correct way to wear seatbelts in vehicles, with more than 40 percent increasing the risk of harm to themselves and their
Read more 14 April 2025
Kayakers on Moreton Bay, Queensland. | Newsreel

Stormwater focus to make Moreton Bay litter-free

A multi-million plan is under way to rid Moreton Bay of litter over the next five years. Queensland Premier David Crisafulli said the $35 million project would involve
Read more 14 April 2025
Suburban housing. | Newsreel

Housing policies don’t guarantee affordable homes

Weekend Federal election housing policy announcements by the two major parties fall short of what’s needed to end the housing crisis, according to a peak
Read more 14 April 2025
Curated Plate Sunshine Coast

Early tickets to Curated Plate Festival released

Visitors to the Sunshine Coast will be able to taste cuisine from across the globe at The Curated Plate Food and Drink Festival. This unique culinary experience will
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The new boardwalk at Palm Beach on the Gold Coast - Newsreel

Boardwalk reopened on iconic Gold Coast beach

The boardwalk on Palm Beach on the Gold Coast has reopened after a $4 million upgrade following flood damage in 2022. The new Beree-Badalla Reserve Boardwalk is a
Read more 14 April 2025
Older people are putting off dental work because they cannot afford it - Newsreel

Older people cannot afford necessary dental work

More than half of older Australians are putting off necessary dental work, mostly because they cannot afford it, the latest research shows. According to a statement
Read more 14 April 2025
11th Asia Pacific Triennial

Last chance to catch Contemporary Art Triennial

There are only a few weeks left to catch the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art at QAGOMA in Brisbane, which features 70 artists, collectives and projects from
Read more 10 April 2025