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Mixed views emerge on the importance of buying local

By Susan Luckman and Michelle Phillipov We have now passed the annual Australia Day peak of calls urging us to “buy Australian” – especially lamb. The iconic

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for all budgets and tastes

By Susan Schwartz Ahhh Valentine’s Day – the day for lovers and also for the loved-up confused. Do you buy your beloved something? Or have you got an agreement

How to save your disintegrating swimwear

There is nothing more annoying than your favourite swimsuit starting to disintegrate after a few months. To help you add more life to your beach and pool wear, RMIT

Online marketplaces fail button battery safety test

The vast majority of a random selection of toys purchased from popular online marketplaces have failed safety tests. CHOICE Director of Campaigns Rosie Thomas said 24

Seaweed and beer the essence of friendship

South-east Queensland seaweed has been used to produce a “friendship” beer strengthening ties between the City of Moreton Bay and the Japanese city of

Albert Street re-opening begins in December

The Queen Street Mall expansion down Brisbane’s Albert Street will beginning opening next month. Brisbane City Council Planning Chair Adam Allan said the major

Business red tape a $15 billion handbrake

Queensland businesses are tipped to spend more than $15 billion on red tape this year. Business Chamber Queensland’s latest Efficient Regulation Report shows the

Will Menulog’s demise lead to higher food delivery prices?

By Alex Veen and Josh Healy It’s been a rocky road for Australia’s food delivery sector. Over the past decade, major platforms and a smattering of daring, minor

Beef producers moving to meet wellness demand

Australia’s meat producers are marking their mark in the United States wellness industry. Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) Program Manager Food Innovation John

$2.6b “planet” moves into south-east Queensland’s orbit

Australia’s largest purpose-built integrated entertainment city is planned for north of Brisbane. Infinity Planet has lodged a development application with the City of

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