Ban on covert filming at Brisbane pools
Brisbane City Council has introduced tougher device rules at its public pools to prevent covert filming.
The new rules will prevent the non-consensual use of all
Read more25 August 2026Government
New parkland ‘village green’ opens at Samford
The new $5.8 million Samford Parklands Village Green is now open for public use.
The parkland has open lawns, picnic shelters, children’s play spaces and walking
Read more25 August 2026
Albanese and Crisafulli face off over data centres
By Michelle Grattan
Anthony Albanese will outline to national cabinet this week proposed national legislation for conditions and guardrails around data centres – but
Read more25 August 2026
The secret world of political lobbying exposed
Jennifer Lacy-Nichols
The secret world of political lobbying has been thrown into the spotlight by ABC Four Corners this week.
The program examined the loopholes in
Read more25 August 2026
Hanson’s performance in WA may reshape politics
By Narelle Miragliotta
Where once a byelection for a state seat would have attracted little national attention, the remaking of the Australian political landscape in
Read more24 August 2026
Funding secured to attract screen projects to Queensland
The Queensland Government has confirmed two-year funding of $50 million to secure film and television projects for the state.
It said that, in 2025–26, Screen
Read more24 August 2026
Growing regions ‘need to keep character and liveability’
Regional Queensland has a major opportunity to build new industries but its success will depend on preserving its liveability and the unique character of each area.
This
Read more23 August 2026
Warnings of a dangerous spring fire season ahead
People in bushland areas, including parts of south-east Queensland, have been warned to prepare for a dangerous fire season.
The Australasian Fire and Emergency Service
Read more20 August 2026
Public transport being used more for night trips
Brisbane residents are using public transport more to move around the city on Friday and Saturday nights, and on weekends.
Brisbane City Council figures show that
Read more19 August 2026
Major changes coming for Brisbane building rules
Major changes to building rules will come into effect next month as Brisbane City Council continues to push through its plan to create more housing in key areas.
Changes
Read more19 August 2026