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Half a million people take advantage of cheap pool entry

More than 500,000 people have taken advantage of the Brisbane City Council’s $2 pool entry fee this summer. The $2 entry fee at 22 pools across the city was introduced

Assistance expanded for Queensland floods

Personal Hardship Assistance has been extended to residents of Carpentaria who have been impacted by recent flooding. The State and Federal Governments will provide

Gallipoli Medical Research teams up to support veterans

The ability to use sport as a pathway to support Australian veterans has been enhanced through a new partnership. The Friends of Gallipoli Medical Research initiative

Vast majority of online users exposed to misinformation

Almost three-quarters of Australians have encountered misinformation on digital platforms this year. New research from the Australian Communications and Media Authority

Gamblers reveal benefits of Self-Exclusion Register

The vast majority of gamblers, who have self-excluded from wagering services, report enjoying a better quality of life. A new survey from the Australian Communications

Gen Z losing hope of ever having financial security

More than half of Australia’s Gen Z cohort believe they will never achieve financial security in their lifetime. Results of the 2025 Australian Youth Barometer found

CHOICE give CBA unwanted award over fees drama

The Commonwealth Bank has earned some unwanted recognition becoming the most awarded company in CHOICE’s Shonky Awards. Ashley de Silva, CEO of the consumer group,

GenAi an opportunity for digital inclusion

Australians who speak a language other than English at home are embracing Generative AI tools, according to a new study. Distinguished Professor Julian Thomas, from RMIT

Hub provides employment help for people with disability

A new online hub has been launched to increase the employment opportunities for people with disability. The Centre for Inclusive Employment’s new suite of online

Aussies lead world in reducing number of pre-term babies

An Australian-based world-first initiative has reduced the number of pre-term births in this country by 10 percent. Since launched in 2018, a Australian Preterm Birth

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