Government plan to move asylum seekers to Dalby denied
01 Sep 2010 | Reported by James Finlayson
The Western Downs Regional Council has confirmed it will not process and detain boat people, after the Federal Government labelled the south-east Queensland town of Dalby as a potential site to house asylum seekers.
Water cremation a world first for Gold Coast
Monday, August 23, 2010, 1:20 am | Reported by Natalie Sprott
In a world first, Queenslanders are being offered the option of a water cremation.
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.
North Lakes sets new milestone in future development
Monday, August 23, 2010, 12:29 am | Reported by Jo-Anne Wriede
Residents’ prayers are finally being answered as North Lakes, one of the top three fastest growing areas in Australia, prepares itself for the development of a three building medical centre.
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.
Designers target ‘wardrobe-building’ buyers to survive
Sunday, August 22, 2010, 8:21 pm | Reported by Tijana Jaksic
Shifting consumer trends are directing the future of fashion as customers tighten their belts and cut back on spending in response to the economic downturn.
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.
Thousands walk backwards to push climate change forward
Sunday, August 22, 2010, 7:57 pm | Reported by Phoebe Clark
Around 8,000 protesters walked backwards at King George Square in Brisbane’s CBD on Sunday, August 15, with the rally representing Australia’s politicians attitude to climate change. Organisers of Brisbane’s Walk Against Warming called on the Labor party to make a clear policy in regard to climate change.
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.
Youth access platform for election debate
Sunday, August 22, 2010, 7:33 pm | Reported by Mitchell Sabine
One Australian organisation is giving young people the opportunity to voice their opinions about the upcoming Federal Election.
Byron Bay business wants Splendour back
Sunday, August 22, 2010, 7:23 pm | Reported by Dominique Wiehahn
Many businesses at Byron Bay on the northern New South Wales coast say they are struggling to survive this winter without the tourism spike Splendour in the Grass usually provides. The music festival’s move to Woodford, north of Brisbane in south-east Queensland, this year has left Byron Bay without the 17,500 people and around $6 million that Splendour attracted in 2009.
