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Loneliness grows as friendships evaporate

Well over half of Gen Zs are feeling socially isolated as Australians report being lonelier than ever. Data from the Real Relationships Report 2025 revealed that over 1
Read more 24 November 2025
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New Fortitude Valley plan eyes 2032 connectivity

Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley will be revitalised under a new plan to deliver thousands of new homes and transform the inner-city lifestyle precinct in preparation for
Read more 24 November 2025
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Human creativity not at risk from AI artists

A “mathematical ceiling” will prevent Artificial intelligence (AI) from replacing creative artists, according to a new study. David Cropley, a Professor of
Read more 24 November 2025
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$500m upgrade for Queensland cattle routes

A $500m project will upgrade freight routes to support the Queensland cattle industry. Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government
Read more 24 November 2025
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Kick back on the banks of Brisbane River next March

A new live outdoor concert series will bring the Cultural Forecourt in South Bank to life early next year. A partnership between the Queensland Performing Arts Centre
Read more 24 November 2025
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Enchanted Garden returns to Roma Street Parklands

The Enchanted Garden is back to casts its seasonal spell on Brisbane’s Roma Street Parkland. Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said this year, a playful, new
Read more 24 November 2025
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Can social workers in schools reduce youth crime?

By Rosemary Sheehan The Victorian government has announced it will send social workers to 20 of the state’s schools to try to reduce violent youth crime. It will spend
Read more 21 November 2025
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AI-created digital twins predict patient outcomes

Artificial intelligence has been used to create digital twins of patients to predict the effectiveness of medical treatments. Researchers from the University of
Read more 21 November 2025
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Ultrasonic device shakes up water creation

Engineers have developed an ultrasonic system that “shakes” water out of air in minutes, rather than the hours it takes current methods. Principal research scientist
Read more 21 November 2025
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Online marketplaces fail button battery safety test

The vast majority of a random selection of toys purchased from popular online marketplaces have failed safety tests. CHOICE Director of Campaigns Rosie Thomas said 24
Read more 21 November 2025