Federal

Man looking at invoice on computer. | Newsreel

Cybercriminals circle Brisbane 2032 construction boom

The large pipeline of construction activity in Queensland offers a tempting target for cybercriminals. With figures of around $200 billion worth of committed and
Read more 29 October 2025
Bruce Highway traffic. Newsreel

Bay Cats and western highways in Council’s vision

A new Moreton Bay ferry service to the Brisbane CBD is among the 10-year vision for the City of Moreton Bay. Mayor Peter Flannery unveiled the forward-thinking plan,
Read more 28 October 2025
Deforestation. | Newsreel

Bushland clearing loopholes threaten Great Barrier Reef

Almost 700,000 hectares of native bushland was cleared in Queensland in the four years after new vegetation laws were introduced, sparking calls for loopholes to be
Read more 27 October 2025
Happy old people. | Newsreel

Positive signs of wellbeing … if you’re old and live in a city

Aussies believe the nation is heading in the right direction, but opinions vary depending on your age and where you live. The insights were revealed in the latest
Read more 27 October 2025
Mother and daughter looking at phone. | Newsreel

Tips for parents as U16 social media ban looms

With the deadline for Australia’s under 16 social media ban looming, many parents are now turning their attention to supporting their children through the
Read more 24 October 2025
Relectrify battery.| Newsreel

World-leading battery tech receives $25m boost

World-first battery technology developed in Melbourne has secured $25 million in funding to fast-track production. Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) CEO Darren
Read more 22 October 2025
Mother and child. | Newsreel

Life-saving drug now free for Aussies

A life-saving drug for a rare hereditary disease is now free for Australians. Federal Health Minister Mark Butler said Olipudase alfa (Xenpozyme®) would be listed on
Read more 22 October 2025
S President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. | Newsreel

First Australian projects to benefit from US minerals deal

Mining projects in Western Australia and the Northern Territory will be the first to benefit from a critical minerals agreement signed with the United States. Prime
Read more 21 October 2025
US President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. | Newsreel

Albanese and Trump meeting a critical success

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has had a successful meeting with US President Donald Trump in the White House. Aside from a Presidential dressing down for
Read more 21 October 2025
Jessica Hunter. | Newsreel.

Hunter new Ambassador for Cyber Affairs

Australia has a new Ambassador for Cyber Affairs and Critical Technology. Foreign Minister Penny Wong said Jessica Hunter would replace Brendan Dowling and lead
Read more 20 October 2025