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Chalmers using uncertainty as air cover for reform

By Michelle Grattan When he talks about the May 12 budget, Treasurer Jim Chalmers always stresses that what’s done on things like the capital gains tax discount will
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‘Tantalising’ early results from social media ban

By Susan Sawyer and Sylvia Lin Australia’s world-first national legislation to restrict access to social media accounts for children under 16 years old has been in
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Tips for travelling during the Middle East war

By Steven Leib We are now three weeks into the war between the United States, Israel and Iran, which has grown to engulf much of the Middle East. There are few signs
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Brisbane “bunch-up” builds momentum as growth soars

Brisbane is moving towards self-contained villages where everything is locally available and the decline of free-standing houses as the dominant accommodation form. The
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What’s On – school holiday events for Easter April 2026

Hop on down for some school holiday fun this Easter with our list of the top things to do to keep kids, teenagers and even the adults entertained in April 2026. BRISBANE
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RideWest hits the country roads to support mental health

Next month a peloton of lycra-clad city cyclists will head west to raise funds to support the mental health of rural and remote Queenslanders. RideWest is held every two
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Owners facing ‘puppy remorse’ as reality sets in

Many new dog owners are suffering “puppy remorse” as the reality of life with a new pet hits home. Canine behaviourist Sarah Rutten said the early weeks of adopting
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State rubbish volume and facilities to be reviewed

Queensland’s waste management ecosystem will be reviewed to identify volumes, gaps and capacity issues. The waste “roadmap” will bring together local councils,
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Tips for deciding if you want to buy an electric vehicle (EV)

By Hussein Dia Soaring petrol prices are once again making many Australians think seriously about switching to an electric vehicle. As politicians warn Australians not
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Global demand for air travel to double by 2050

Global demand for air travel is expected to double by 2050, new modelling released this week shows. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) said, under a
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