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One-day strike action affects Qld unis
Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 6:57 pm | Reported by Derek Barry
Members of a union representing Queensland academic staff at three Brisbane universities went on a one-day strike last week. This article examines the cause and impact of the strike and looks at what might happen next
Brisbane men join fight against aging
Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 6:42 pm | Reported by Maria Ermides
Vanity is no longer reserved for women as Brisbane men turn to anti-aging treatments.
At-risk youths ‘need artistic support’
Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 6:09 pm | Reported by Ella Cole
Current State Government art initiatives are not adequately addressing homeless and at-risk youths in Queensland, a Brisbane-based community organisation says.
Kenmore Village turns 40
Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 5:32 pm | Reported by Elizabeth Armstrong
Brisbane’s Kenmore Village will turn 40 next month with the iconic shopping centre planning to celebrate in style.
In pictures: Beyonce’s Brisbane show
Monday, September 21, 2009, 8:00 am | Reported by Jessica Best
American glamour songstress Beyonce made a stop at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on the Australian leg of her “I am…” world tour.
Heatwave hammers south-east Qld
Sunday, September 20, 2009, 6:30 pm | Reported by Sarah Owens
Following on from a sweltering 32 degrees today, south-east Queenslanders have a week of soaring summer-like conditions ahead.
Rent, bills, food ‘a struggle’ for students
Sunday, September 20, 2009, 10:14 am | Reported by Jenna Hudson
Thirty-seven students found living under the one roof – affordable or disgusting? Students and Real Estate Agents unleash their opinions on the issue.
Herpes not included in regular STI test
Sunday, September 20, 2009, 10:08 am | Reported by Ashlea Tighe
Doctors do not include herpes in regular STI tests because nearly 80 per cent of people would test positive, a herpes support group says.
Dry summer threatens relaxed water-users
Sunday, September 20, 2009, 9:59 am | Reported by Andrew Keyte
Brisbane expert warns Queenslanders against water restriction complacency ahead of a predicted dry summer.
Strong Aussie dollar no good for Norwegian students
Wednesday, September 16, 2009, 8:38 pm | Reported by Tom Monsen
A strong Australian dollar makes life more challenging for international students in Brisbane.
