Green bridges, gridlocked roads: Monuments to political ineptitude
While politicians trade insults, the people of Brisbane suffer for the harsh truth that no one will acknowledge our road system is at breaking point, writes Mike O’Connor.
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Editor’s view: Co-ordination is key to success of 2032 Games
A 2032 Games co-ordination authority is not just a nice thing to have, it is critical to the success of Brisbane’s global event, writes the editor.
First pictures: Work begins on $35m Olympic cycling hub
A $35 million recreational upgrade project in Queensland has commenced, with an international-standard cycling venue expected to be used by cyclists with their sights set on the River City’s 2032 Olympics.
Future growth outcomes must enhance Brisbane
Brisbane Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner plan to green-light the transformation of South Brisbane into a neighbourhood of super-high apartment blocks is one that, with some important caveats, makes sense, writes the editor.
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Full list: Find a craft brew near you
The hospitality industry has been decimated by the coronavirus crisis, but craft brewers are doing better than ever thanks to strategic law changes to keep them afloat. FULL LIST OF QLD BREWERS
Factories change tack to virus ‘war effort’
A Queensland 3D printing house is one of the local manufacturers who have turned their expertise to the state’s “war effort” against coronavirus.
Local firms guarantee state critical supplies
The State Government is signing long-term contracts with local manufacturers to make essential items like medical-grade face masks and hand sanitiser.
Brisbane Metro: What’s stopping it?
Brisbane Metro public transit project needs to be fast-tracked to create desperately needed jobs, a major industry group says.
Three reasons Brisbane’s population is booming
Brisbane has recorded the second-highest population growth rate in Australia, and an expert says it’s all down to the three “green lights” of growth.
Hi-tech plan to keep 9000 working
A Brisbane AI entrepreneur has crunched the numbers to show that Brisbane could adopt a model that would keep the city and state moving while keeping coronavirus contacts down.
$23b projects, 6.6k jobs at risk — and not from virus
Queensland has $23 billion in mega projects in the pipeline that will deliver 6600 new jobs. Only there’s one major obstacle, and it’s not the coronavirus. SEE THE MASSIVE LIST
Queensland’s space race needs a $10m launch pad
Queensland could get first-mover advantage in the burgeoning space industry, but first a key piece of infrastructure is needed.
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