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Government prepares cash mandate for business

The Federal Government will determine next year which businesses will be required by law to continue to accept cash in an increasingly digital world. Federal Treasurer

NAB in court over hardship support applications

National Australia Bank (NAB) is being sued over the handling of hardship applications from hundreds of vulnerable clients. The Australian Securities and Investments

Strathpine set to be a hub of student activity

The Moreton Bay suburb of Strathpine will be home to one of the first Suburban University Study Hubs (SUSHs) in Australia. The centre, 20km north of Brisbane, will be

Holiday’s over for misleading NDIS advertising

Misleading advertising targeting National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants has prompted a warning from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission

Satisfaction with life in Australia hits record low

Australians’ satisfaction levels are at their lowest levels, with young people the most despondent. The latest Australian Unity Wellbeing Index has revealed overall

Early look at future Caloundra Library

A glimpse into the future of community spaces has been revealed on the Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Coast Council has released a fly-through video of what its new Caloundra

Wesley Arts mural in Brisbane CBD. | Newsreel

Power of art to brighten dark days on show

The power of art to nurture and support mental health and wellbeing was on display for all to experience in Brisbane’s CBD this week. Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ)

Guide to counter holiday season financial stress

Almost half of Australians struggle to break even each week, with the holiday season set to place extra strain on household budgets. In a recent survey by Beyond Blue,

Push to lower food costs in remote communities

Government and industry are meeting to work out ways to reduce the price of essentials in remote communities. Federal Indigenous Australians Minister Senator Malarndirri

Elderly want better communication from aged care services

Support requests from the elderly to deal with issues involving aged care providers have jumped by 20 percent. A report from the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)

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