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Gen Z losing hope of ever having financial security

More than half of Australia’s Gen Z cohort believe they will never achieve financial security in their lifetime. Results of the 2025 Australian Youth Barometer found
Read more 13 November 2025
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ACCC concerns end John Holland-CFMEU agreements

Construction company John Holland has ended agreements with the Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) following an investigation by the Australian
Read more 13 November 2025
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Climate storm shows no sign of easing

By Robyn Eckersley Next month marks the 10th anniversary of the Paris Agreement, hailed as humanity’s best shot at keeping climate change under control. Between then
Read more 12 November 2025
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Flicking BPIC good start to industry reform

Queensland builders are pushing for  further industry reform following the abolition of the Best Practice Industry Conditions (BPIC). Master Builders CEO Paul Bidwell
Read more 12 November 2025
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Gamers help craft gambling awareness messaging

Gamers in the Northern Territory are taking part in a study to discover how in-game spending on virtual items and events may shape long-term gambling habits. Flinders
Read more 12 November 2025
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New link to US as subsea cable lands in Maroochydore

Australia’s second direct digital link to the United States has landed on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Sunshine Coast Mayor Rosanna Natoli said the groundbreaking
Read more 12 November 2025
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Wake-up call for The Wiggles on button batteries

The Wiggles haven been caught up in stoush with the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) over merchandising. ACCC Deputy Chair Catriona Lowe said the
Read more 12 November 2025
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Both Story Bridge footpaths now ready for traffic

All of Brisbane’s Story Bridge will this week be open for pedestrians, cyclists and scooter riders. Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said locals will again be able
Read more 12 November 2025
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Fraser Coast train welding robot an Australian first

Australia’s first train welding robot is being installed at a Queensland manufacturing hub on the Fraser Coast. State Manufacturing Minister Dale Last the cutting-edge
Read more 11 November 2025
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Brisbane Airport’s new dining options set for take-off

The first of 13 new and refurbished food and beverage outlets will open next month at Brisbane Airport’s International Terminal. Brisbane Airport Executive General
Read more 11 November 2025