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Ayla Connolly is a reporter for The Queensland Times in Ipswich. Originally from the Bundaberg Region, she has recently graduated from the University of Canberra with a Bachelor of Communications and Media, majoring in journalism.

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Lifestyle

Home owners are cashing in on demand for luxury short-stay accommodation, some renting for us much as $9000 a night.

Luxe Queensland rentals raking in up to $9k a night

Some of Queensland’s top Airbnb hosts have turned their short-stay accommodations into more than just a side hustle.

QLD Taste

Agnes Bakery on James Street, Fortitude Valley, will close its doors as the cult-favourite is reimagined in a new location.

Hospo powerhouse behind Agnes reveals new venue plans

The rumours have been flying for almost 18 months on what is next on the cards for hospitality group Anyday, with the group now revealing some of their grand plans across New Farm and Brisbane’s CBD.

QLD Taste

American fast food outlet Wendy's will open its first Australian store downunder this week.

American fast food giant opens first Australian store

An American fast food icon will open its first Australian store on the Gold Coast this week.

QLD Taste

An artist's impression of the new Cartel Del Taco in New Farm is pretty spot on.

Second Brisbane venue for cult Mexican diner

The brains behind cult favourite Mexican restaurant Cartel Del Taco are taking their popular brand to a new location in inner Brisbane.

QLD Taste

Peter Kuruvita - Culinary Director of The Curated Plate 2025

TV chef at helm as food festival back for another bite

A Queensland food festival set in some of the state’s most picturesque locations is coming back for another year, with a celebrity chef on-board as the event’s first ever culinary director.

QLD Taste

Tazmyn Brown, Mitchell Slattery and Nina Zaupa ready for the Mud Crab Cup at Gambaro Seafood Restaurant, Paddington. Picture: Liam Kidston

Famous Mud Crab Cup set to take off in new location

The Gambaro family may have farewelled their iconic Caxton St venue, but there’s no stopping the equally famous Mud Crab Cup, which will move to a new venue next month.

Brisbane City

QWEEKEND. Lady Marmalade cafe, 269 Logan Rd, Stones Corner.Photography David Kelly

Acclaimed Brisbane cafe‘s sudden closure after 15 years

A beloved inner-south cafe that has been in operation since 2010 has left locals dazed and confused with its shock closure.

QLD Taste

The Trove Bar opening preview, 175 George St, Brisbane City - on Thursday 24th of October 2024 - Photo Steve Pohlner

Hospitality explosion: Inside SEQ’s most amazing bars

Are you sick of heading to the same old bars each weekend, knowing there are others out there but not sure where to start? Check out our full guide to the must-visit SEQ bars of 2025.

Lifestyle

Urban Cactus' Ranch Water is one of our recommendations for the drinks that will own this summer.

This is the best thing you will drink this summer

Whether you spend your summer poolside, beachside or holed up in airconditioned comfort, we have found the best bevs to help beat the heat.

Lifestyle

Chef Kyle McNamara with dishes plated for Boxing Day leftovers recipes at The Velveteen Rabbit in Caxton St.Friday December 20, 2024. Picture, John Gass

Bust Boxing Day leftover stash with these top-chef approved recipes

You don’t have to settle for dry, boring sandwiches and fridge-side grazing this Boxing Day, thanks to these recipes from some of Queensland’s top chefs.

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