Massive ferry changes: Dozens of services cut, free rides spiked
More than 100 CityCat services will be axed from early next year and previously free ferries will now come at a cost. But Council says there is an upside to the changes.
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Story Bridge booze bid, as locals rise up against expansion plans
Thrillseekers who climb the Story Bridge will be served alcohol at the top, if an expansion plan is backed by council. But there’s a catch, as locals are already up in arms about other plans for the tourist attraction.
RANKED: How every Ipswich school went in 2024 NAPLAN
It was a three-way tussle for the top three spots in this year’s NAPLAN rankings in the Ipswich region, with barely a whisker between the rivals. SEE WHERE YOUR SCHOOL RANKED
RANKED: How every Moreton Bay school went in 2024 NAPLAN
Moreton Bay schools received their NAPLAN results today. See the complete rankings for every school in the region.
Cheaper fuel, 50c fares: Brisbane households $3k better off
Falling world oil prices and 50 cent public transport fares are set to save Brisbane households $3300 a year – the biggest transport saving in the country.
Council budget bomb: 500 jobs vacant, $120m wage cut
Brisbane City Council’s “liabilities’’ reached $6bn and almost 500 former staff haven’t been replaced, with $120m in cuts to wages looming over the next four years.
New Brisbane ferry services revealed as popular terminal reopens
One of Brisbane’s most popular CityCat terminals will re-open next week bigger than ever, while KittyCat services are set to multiply.
Mater deal with insurer to give patients certainty on hospital costs
Mater hospitals in Queensland and health insurer Bupa have announced a new hospital deal, giving certainty of access and cost of care for thousands of private health members.
Gym, hotel, retail: South Brisbane’s first 50-level tower plans revealed
Plans have been lodged for the first CBD-height tower in South Brisbane, including “world class’’ eateries and a hotel that will transform the suburb ahead of the Olympics.
Transport Minister makes big call on future of 50 cent fares
It was a core election promise for both Labor and LNP. Now, the new Transport Minister has revealed his hand on the future of Queensland’s 50 cent fares.
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