Support & Services

Woman helping older person with cleaning. | Newsreel

Cap-free cleaning and gardening support for elderly

Older Australians will be able to access unlimited gardening and cleaning support next year under changes to a Federal Government initiative. Aged Care Minister Anika
Read more 19 November 2024
Multicultural group. | Newsreel

Financial stress strains welcome for new migrants

Almost half of Australians believe current immigration levels are too high, despite an overwhelming majority saying the country has benefited from multiculturalism. The
Read more 19 November 2024
Person wearing robotic shorts. | Newsreel

Soft robotic shorts boost mobility in frail and elderly

Robotic shorts have been developed which allow the frail and elderly to be more mobile. Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) said the device enabled
Read more 19 November 2024
Australian cash. | Newsreel

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
Read more 18 November 2024
Family worried about bills. | Newsreel

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
Read more 18 November 2024
Group of students. | Newsreel

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
Read more 18 November 2024
Person with disability and support worker. | Newsreel

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
Read more 13 November 2024
Sad teenager. | Newsreel

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
Read more 12 November 2024
Artist's impression of the new Caloundra Library. | Newsreel

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
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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)
Read more 8 November 2024