‘Building work’ rulings create risks for contractors
A leading construction lawyer has urged contractors to ensure they are properly licensed after a series of court decisions impacted the definition of “building
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Social housing waitlist jumps more than 10 percent
The waiting list for social housing in Queensland is approaching 50,000, with a more than 10 percent jump over the past year.
New data released by the State Government
Read more6 December 2024
ABS data shows Aussies are set to party in 2025
Australians looking for a good time next year have boosted the latest household spending numbers.
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data, released today, showed
Read more5 December 2024
Brisbane fast-food staff receive $447,000 in unpaid wages
More than 360 Brisbane food outlet workers have received almost $448,000 in unpaid wages following a Fair Work investigation.
Fair Work Ombudsman Anna Booth said
Read more5 December 2024
Heart has its own mini-brain to keep beating
Researchers have discovered the heart has its own brain, uncovering its own complex nervous system that controls the heartbeat.
Principal researcher Konstantinos
Read more5 December 2024
Low blow for drinkers in alcohol marketing
Drinkers are mistakenly thinking low-sugar and low-carb alcoholic drinks were “healthy”, when compared to traditional alcoholic drinks.
A survey by The George
Read more5 December 2024
OECD tips Australian GDP growth to overtake US
Growth in the global economy is forecast to remain stable in the coming years, with Australian numbers picking up steam, according to the OECD.
The organisation’s
Read more5 December 2024
New proton battery overcomes lithium limitations
An eco-friendly battery, which would reduce the current reliance on lithium, has been created by Australian scientists.
Developed at UNSW Sydney, the high-performance,
Read more5 December 2024
Deep gender fission over nuclear energy in Australia
There is a stark gender divide on Australians’ perception of nuclear energy.
A recent survey by the Australian Conservation Foundation found the majority of Australian
Read more5 December 2024
North Australian Festival of Arts stands alone in 2025
The national award-winning North Australian Festival of Arts (NAFA) will operate as an independent event next year, after transitioning from Townsville City Council
Read more4 December 2024