Footpath artists step up to keep communities connected
Chalk drawings, dad jokes, inspirational messages and even obstacle courses are appearing on suburban footpaths as residents search for ways to stay connected while in isolation.
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$8.9m contract leads to construction jobs
Construction will be fast-tracked at a Brisbane North residential precinct, with 60 new jobs created after the awarding of an $8.9 million contract for civil and electrical works.
Letters from children lift spirits of seniors in isolation
A Brisbane community has rallied to help lift the spirits of residents who are in isolation in an aged care facility.
New microbrewery brings boutique beers, BBQ delights
A new microbrewery offering boutique beers has been approved on Brisbane’s northside, with the owners revealing their plan to open by Christmas this year.
Why people are putting teddy bears in their windows
If you’ve spotted teddy bears popping up in the windows of your neighbours, this is what it’s all about.
Mum creates zoo field trip for twins while isolating
Six-year-old twins Mila and Arya missed out on a school field trip to the zoo because of the coronavirus pandemic, so their mum brought the zoo to them.
What to do if your postal vote doesn’t arrive in time
About 570,000 people applied for postal votes for Saturday’s election but some are still waiting to receive them. Here’s what you need to do if yours doesn’t arrive by Friday. And will you cop a fine if you don’t vote.
12 Brisbane polling booths axed
Twelve Brisbane City Council venues have been removed from the list of polling booths for tomorrow’s local government elections.
Why there are so many butterflies at the moment
Wondering why you’re seeing so many butterflies at the moment? Entomologist Dr Chris Burwell explains the beautiful phenomenon.
Woman set for life with $60,000 win
A Brisbane North woman said she didn’t need coffee to wake her up this morning after discovering she won division two in last night’s Set for the Life draw.
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