A Hazara refugee living in Brisbane creates an artwork for a new exhibition that illustrates his sense of still being in limbo.
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Asbestos found in second batch of building materials for Queensland Government tower
More building materials destined for the Queensland Government’s new Executive Building in Brisbane test positive for asbestos.
A Big Country: Orchids on steroids
Echoes of notorious lunatic asylum continue today for mental health patients, researcher says
An academic who researched a notorious Queensland lunatic asylum says there continues to be poor accommodation options for people with mental health issues.
New take on Snow White at the Brisbane Festival explores narcissism
Brisbane’s burgeoning local Arts scene is in the spotlight at this year’s Brisbane Festival. The Artistic Director says it demonstrates the need to recognise and capitalise on the popularity of the Arts among Australians. One of the Festival’s central pieces, Snow White, explores the themes of narcissism and our modern youth obsessed culture. Katherine Gregory attended opening night of the operatic theatrical performance.
Barrier Reef spill: Commonwealth seeks $120m in damages over Shen Neng One grounding
The Federal Court hears up to one-and-a-half tonnes of toxic paint may have scraped off a grounded Chinese coal carrier into the Great Barrier Reef off Queensland in 2010.
Cattle feedlot numbers fall, but remain above average
Rain and record high cattle prices continue to impact on the number of cattle on feed across Australia.
Paddington fire prompts union call for large water tankers to fight blazes in suburban Brisbane
Large water tankers may be a solution for crews battling fires in built-up areas in Brisbane with restricted flow and poor pressure, the firefighters’ union says.
Operator of rogue recycling business Tyremil charged over threatening phone calls
Police charge the operator of a rogue tyre recycling business at the centre of a recent ABC expose with making threatening phone calls to a former associate.
Win tickets to BCO's 50th Anniversary Gala Concert
Brisbane Concert Orchestra will be celebrating 50 years of making music this Sunday at City Hall! To win a double pass to their Anniversary Gala Concert, read on.