Since the emergence of Covid-19, around 200 music venues in Queensland have closed.
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Effectiveness of vaping penalties unknown
It’s important that vapes remain accessible to those that need them, says expert.
Queensland to invest $315m into active transport
Cycleways, walking paths and other initiatives are part of a four-year plan to encourage people to leave their cars at home.
Women a slim majority on Qld govt business boards
Thirty of 56 recent appointments and reappointments are women, taking the total to 52%.
Something rotten in the state of Queensland
Doctors say a decision by some councils to stop fluoridating public water supplies is resulting in extensive dental decay.
Council grants shake-up for Sunshine State
Queensland is set to reform its process for allocating grants to councils with the State Government providing $4.5 million to tackle the long-running issue in its budget this week.
Operation Belcarra claims Queensland electoral commissioner
Electoral Commission of Queensland (ECQ) head Walter van der Merwe has resigned, two days after being suspended for allegations of serious misconduct. Current ECQ Assistant Electoral Commissioner Dermot Tiernan will…
Queensland local government cops a pasting
Queensland’s Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) has handed down a report making 31 recommendations to improve transparency and integrity in local government in the state. The reports follows Operation Belcarra,…
Cross-River Rail: just build it
The CRR business case demonstrates it will create jobs, bust congestion and must be built, said the IAQ.
Exports: a tale of two states
While SA extends a program to boost exports, Qld’s coffers are boosted by the recovery of its coal exports.