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Buy now, pay later schemes adding to debt burden

Almost half of Australians are starting the year in debt, with many unable to manage a household budget and relying on buy now, pay later schemes to purchase basics. New

Workforce Australia IT woes continue in new year

Current IT issues at Workforce Australia have sparked renewed calls for a full investigation of the nation’s employment services system. The Australian Council of

Brisbane residents positive about life in the River City

Brisbane residents are some of the most positive in the country about their quality of life. The latest Better Brisbane Index, released by the Brisbane City Council this

$80m fund to maximise social impact in Queensland

Queensland will soon have its first Office of Social impact to identify and promote for-purpose enterprises. State Treasurer David Janetzki said the new office would

Call to look past body size for holistic health assessment

Dietitians are hoping recent debate around the merit of the Body Mass Index (BMI) to determine a person’s health extends to re-thinking body size as a measure of

Five ways to save thousands of dollars in 2025

Consumer advocacy group Choice has revealed the most effective ways Australians can save money as they embark on a new year. Choice Editorial Director Mark Serrels said

Millions to progress Mooloolaba transformation

The upgrade of the Mooloolaba foreshore, on the Sunshine Coast, has been bolstered by a multi-million cash injection through the SEQ Liveability Fund. The Federal and

Global honour for community-led homelessness program

A community-led Australian program working to end homelessness is receiving global recognition. The Advance to Zero (AtoZ) initiative, run by the Australian Alliance to

Parents feel the pain of back-to-school costs

More than a quarter of Australian parents are having difficulty affording an internet connection in their home, as they prepare to send their children back to school. A

Extra youth foyers to support at-risk young people

The number of youth foyers in Queensland will almost triple, with eight new facilities to be built over the next four years. State Minister for Youth and Housing Sam

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