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450 new homes to be built in Banyo

More than 450 homes will be built in the north Brisbane suburb of Banyo on a 6.4 hectare former Energy Queensland site which will include a mix of townhouses, aged care,
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Australian Government welcomes US and Iran peace deal

The Australian Government has welcomed the announcement of a peace deal between the United States and Iran. The agreement includes steps towards reopening the Strait of
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Gold Coast wetland declared a protected habitat

The McCoys Creek Wetland on the Gold Coast has been declared as Queensland’s second Conserved Area. The 146‑hectare wetland supports threatened species including
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Government faces flood of claims over migrant detention

By Ellen Rock For nearly 20 years, the Commonwealth operated under the mistaken assumption that it was allowed to hold people in immigration detention indefinitely. In
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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
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Human rights protections to be reviewed by ex-judge

There will be a review of Queensland’s human rights and anti-discrimination protections that govern everyday activities like renting a home, accessing services,
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Expressions of interest open for new ecotourism projects

Expressions of interest have been opened for new ecotourism experiences across Queensland. This can include walking experiences, eco-accommodation, nature-based
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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
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Nuclear Power Proposals Divide Queensland Communities

State backs coal future with 21-year mine extension

The Queensland Government has signalled that coal power will not be phased out for “decades to come” with a 21-year extension of a mine near Kingaroy. The
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Queenslanders Survey Cyclone Yasi Damage

New tenders opening for upgrade of the Bruce Highway

More than 50 new tenders are being opened for design and construction projects on Queensland’s notorious Bruce Highway. The State and Federal Governments announced
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