Houses under construction. | Newsreel

South-East Queensland housing affordability plummets

The southern Moreton Bay islands and pockets in the Lockyer and Somerset regions are the only places where housing remains affordable in South-East Queensland. The
Read more 24 June 2024
House under construction. | Newsreel

New climate resilience measures for building code

Australian building codes are set for a shake-up with new provisions for climate resilience and carbon-footprint reporting to be considered. Federal, state and territory
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Young children on laptop talking to someone. | Newsreel

Children need a say in social media debate

A total social media ban for young people could have a detrimental impact on the very people such a move aims to protect. In a new study, researchers from the University
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ATO warns of dangers of filing too-early tax returns - Newsreel

Tax Office warns against over-speedy returns

The Australian Taxation Office has warned that people who lodge their tax returns early are twice as likely to make costly mistakes. ATO Assistant Commissioner Rob
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Used lithium batteries. | Newsreel

United approach to lithium battery waste

Australia’s environment ministers will unite efforts to target waste involving lithium batteries, tyres and packaging. The commitment was one of a number made at
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Monkeys change society rules to cope with habitat loss - Newsreel

Monkeys change rules to survive habitat loss

Monkeys faced with disaster and loss of habitat are able to alter the rules of their society to increase their survival chances. A study led by the universities of
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An artist's impression of the approved residential building in Crosby Rd, Albion. | Newsreel

Upgraded rooftop in Albion development

A more functional rooftop has been included in updated plans for an approved residential building in Albion. The proposed nine-storey complex at the corner of Crosby Rd
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Brisbane Southbank. | Newsreel

All roads lead to Queensland this winter

One in five Australians plan to holiday in Queensland this winter. New research from Tourism and Events Queensland (TEQ) shows that, as the nation begins its rolling
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Brisbane Riverwalk. | Newsreel

Another pledge to extend Riverwalk to Mowbray Park

The missing links in Brisbane city’s Riverwalk between Kangaroo Point and Mowbray Park are again be discussed as part of a multi-million-dollar investment in active
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Artist's impression of 89 Lytton Rd, East Brisbane. | Newsreel

More than 80 units in East Brisbane plans

An eight-storey mixed-residential complex is planned for East Brisbane. The 2653sqm site at 89 Lytton Rd will feature 82 units, with the majority two-bedroom apartments,
Read more 24 June 2024