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People using computer in library. | Newsreel

6 million Aussies struggle to access internet services

Almost a quarter of all Australians have difficulty accessing the internet, preventing them from full participating in society. New research from UNSW Sydney found the
Read more 14 October 2025
Court Dog Leo. | Newsreel

This special dog has his day in court, every day

A four-legged justice champion has created a first for Queensland, after being sworn in at court today. Court Dog Leo is the new support canine for the Federal Circuit
Read more 13 October 2025
Tradie at back of van. | Newsreel

Police ratchet up pressure on tool thieves

More than 25,000 tools were stolen across Queensland last financial year, promoting a police campaign with local tradies. Officer in Charge of North Brisbane District
Read more 13 October 2025
Sad child. | Newsreel

757,000 Aussie children live in poverty as rates rise

One in six Australian children now live in poverty, as new data shows the national poverty rate is increasing. An ACOSS and UNSW report, released today (October 13)
Read more 13 October 2025
Woman getting a job. | Newsreel

$5000 boost for women after career break

Queensland women can access $5000 grants when returning to work after a career break. A $20 million  State Government program aims to the reduce the cost of returning
Read more 13 October 2025
Homeless mother and child. | Newsreel

Jump in rate of family violence leading to homelessness

The incidence of family and domestic violence leading to homelessness in Queensland has jumped by almost 15 percent, exceeding the national average. New analysis from
Read more 10 October 2025
Young woman with drivers licence.

Fee relief for Queensland victims of crime

Victims of crime in Queensland will have the cost of replacing key identification documents waived. State Transport and Main Roads Minister Brent Mickelberg said
Read more 8 October 2025
Man threatening woman and child with closed fist. | Newsreel

Peak bodies fast-tracked for DFV and sexual violence

The Queensland Government will bring forward the launch of a Domestic and Family Violence peak body by four years. State Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence
Read more 3 October 2025
Nurse and aged person. | Newsreel

Vital VAD information missing from aged care homes

The vast majority of Australia’s residential aged care facilities do not provide residents with suitable information on Voluntary Assisting Dying (VAD) as required by
Read more 30 September 2025
Woman on phone. | Newsreel

Safe phones a lifeline for sexual violence survivors

Donated mobile phones can provide a literal lifeline for victims and survivors of sexual and domestic violence. With October marking Sexual Violence Awareness Month,
Read more 30 September 2025