E-scooters in sights of Government inquiry
A more than doubling of injuries related to personal e-mobility device (PMD) use in Queensland has sparked a Government inquiry.
State Transport Minister Brent
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20-year study shows greener cities save lives
Increasing urban vegetation can reduce heat-related deaths by a third, with a longitudinal study finding more than a million lives could have been saved around the world
Read more1 May 2025
50,000 visitors to bring magic and $50 million
Brisbane is bracing itself for an influx of 50,000 visitors as the National Rugby League (NRL) rolls into town.
A four-day footy festival kicks off tonight with the
Read more1 May 2025
Time to wake up to $75 billion sleep problem
The annual economic impact of sleep-related health issues in Australia is growing, soaring past $75 billion.
A new report, led by Flinders University, revealed that
Read more1 May 2025
Homeowners set to reveal sustainability secrets
More than 200 eco-friendly homeowners will throw open their doors on Sunday and give away their sustainability secrets.
The annual Sustainable House Day aims to showcase
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Olympic opportunity for gold-medal security
By Rodger Cook
In a perfect world, the Olympic Games would be only about sport.
In reality, every host city carries a heavy, often hidden, burden: the responsibility to
Read more1 May 2025
New DV laws provide police with on-the-spot powers
Police will be able to issue on-the-spot 12-month Protection Directions under new legislation being tabled in Queensland Parliament this week.
State Minister for the
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Call to amend social work approach in communities
Social workers are being urged to change their practices when working in First Nations communities.
A University of South Australia (UniSA) study found current
Read more30 April 2025
Cost of living pain impacts giving levels
Cost of living pressures have seen almost half of regular donors in Australia cut their level of giving over the past 12 months.
The research, commissioned by Australia
Read more30 April 2025
Mega schedule of events emerge on the Horizon
From street parties to whales in the sky, this year’s Horizon festival will feature entertainment options across the Sunshine Coast region.
Horizon Creative Director
Read more30 April 2025