Queensland seeks reforms to ‘unfair’ GST carve-up
The Queensland Government has released a plan it says would stop the state being “short-changed” in the carve-up of national GST revenue.
The plan is contained in a
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Guardian Childcare program helps children to thrive
Guardian Childcare and Education has introduced a new national program designed to ensure children at its centres receive a consistent, calm and enriching early
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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
Read more22 March 2026
‘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.
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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,
Read more19 March 2026