August, 2009

Koala population on the hop

Koala population on the hop

Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 6:11 pm | Reported by Emily Rogers

As Queensland celebrates 150 years of foundation, wildlife groups reflect on the decline of our koala population.

Aussie seafood industry not ready to drop anchor

Aussie seafood industry not ready to drop anchor

Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 6:01 pm | Reported by Jessica Muller

The Australian seafood industry is booming, and businesses like Princess Charlotte Seafoods stand in good stead for the future.

Council targets CBD smokers

Council targets CBD smokers

Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 5:41 pm | Reported by Allanah Box

Smokers in the CBD will be told to “butt it, then bin it” tomorrow as part of Butt Free Brisbane day.

Easton Pearson designs become art

Monday, August 24, 2009, 6:29 pm | Reported by Ella Cole

An exhibition of Easton Pearson designs has been launched at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art.

Fashion festival poor value for money

Fashion festival poor value for money

Monday, August 24, 2009, 6:00 pm | Reported by Kendall Gilding

The annual Brisbane Mercedes Benz Fashion Festival kicked off on Sunday with attendees disappointed with value for money.

New designer blooms at fashion festival

New designer blooms at fashion festival

Monday, August 24, 2009, 5:36 pm | Reported by Elke Byrne

Designer Katelyn Aslett debuts her Spring/Summer collection at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival tonight, after working her way into the industry with nothing but hard work and passion.

Brisbane breaks temperature record

Brisbane breaks temperature record

Monday, August 24, 2009, 5:34 pm | Reported by Jessica Best

Brisbane has smashed a 63-year-old August temperature record as the mercury soared to 35.4 degrees Celsius today.

Broncos return to form

Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 5:41 pm | Reported by Ryan Clark

The Broncos are currently eighth on the ladder with three rounds remaining. Ryan Clark asks will they make the finals?

Candy stripe cinema uniforms not so sweet

Candy stripe cinema uniforms not so sweet

Saturday, August 15, 2009, 2:36 pm | Reported by Ingrid Rubie

Ever wondered what it would be like to wear a candy cane costume to work? The staff at Event Cinemas Chermside may soon find out.

Brisbane coffee makes its mark

Brisbane coffee makes its mark

Saturday, August 15, 2009, 2:28 pm | Reported by Chris Loy

Once taunted by the southern cities for lacking culture, the Brisbane coffee scene is now taking the country by storm. Leading the charge are two of the city’s premier roasters, Campos and Di Bella Coffee. As Chris Loy reports, there is more to coffee then meets the eye…