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Riverlink staff want change in parking policy

Riverlink staff want change in parking policy

Wednesday, September 1, 2010, 4:29 pm | Reported by Ellen-Maree Elliot

Some staff at the major Ipswich shopping centre, Riverlink, west of Brisbane, are confused and angry about car parking regulations.

‘No upper house’ says Hinchliffe

‘No upper house’ says Hinchliffe

Tuesday, August 31, 2010, 11:57 am | Reported by Kieran Rooney

Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Stirling Hinchliffe has dismissed claims the Queensland State Government may return its upper house.

Qld Rail trials ‘quiet carriages’

Monday, August 30, 2010, 2:26 pm | Reported by Kira Donohue

Brisbane commuters now have the option of a peaceful train ride to work as Queensland Rail (QR) in a trial of ‘quiet carriages’ that began on August 24. In the three-month trial, the last carriage on all trains in Queensland’s south-east will be ‘silent zones’ and passengers will be prohibited from using mobile phones or music devices while using them.

Aggravated customers force store modification

Aggravated customers force store modification

Wednesday, August 25, 2010, 2:20 pm | Reported by Alicia Ng

A Brisbane Athlete’s Foot store has undergone significant renovations after it discovered the store was creating hostility amongst the customers.

Rats found at Indooroopilly shopping centre

Rats found at Indooroopilly shopping centre

Monday, August 23, 2010, 12:53 am | Reported by Imogen Knowles

Staff members fear Indooroopilly shopping centre has a rat problem.

Queensland artists hope for $10m creative boost

Queensland artists hope for $10m creative boost

Sunday, August 22, 2010, 8:32 pm | Reported by Lesley Price

Many Queensland artists are excited about Labor’s arts policy to invest $10 million into 150 creative projects around Australia. Over the next five years, the funding will also support young and emerging artists and help create new Australian work from all mediums.

Brisbane embraces Suitcase Rummage

Brisbane embraces Suitcase Rummage

Sunday, August 22, 2010, 8:19 pm | Reported by Sophie Howe

A new take on the traditional flea market has made bargain hunting a cultural experience in Brisbane.

Hats Off to star turnout for charity gala

Hats Off to star turnout for charity gala

Sunday, August 22, 2010, 7:41 pm | Reported by Kate OHara

After a two-year hiatus, the Hats Off Brisvegas variety gala returns on August 23 to support HIV/AIDS charity, the Hope Fund. The one-night only spectacular at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) in Brisbane features a line-up of local and international performing artists, including the cast of Mamma Mia and comedic personality Bob Downe.

Brisbane embraces emerging fashion talent at The Fleet Store

Brisbane embraces emerging fashion talent at The Fleet Store

Sunday, August 22, 2010, 5:19 pm | Reported by Rebecca Pitt

Since opening this month, The Fleet Store has been a success, selling out of one student designer’s collection in less than a week.

Emerging designers showcase talents at weekend markets

Emerging designers showcase talents at weekend markets

Sunday, August 22, 2010, 4:20 pm | Reported by Maddy Gourley

Last Sunday saw the launch of Brisbane’s newest market, the Valley Laneway Markets.