the idyllic island of Queensland ‘hammered’ by four-wheel drive

Jacqui Fitzgerald bought her home in the seaside town of Woorim two years ago in search of a peaceful lifestyle. She quickly discovered that this would be anything but a problem. Fitzgerald is on the front line of Bribie Island’s rapid tourism growth. Her home is adjacent to the national park entrance and four-wheel drive … Read more

Why is the Gabba rebuild plan so controversial and what’s next in the Brisbane Olympics brawl?

Brisbane’s preparations for the 2032 Olympics became embroiled in a new political battle on Sunday when the city’s mayor, Adrian Schrinner, withdrew support for the planned $2.7 billion rebuild of the Gabba Stadium. The new Gabba would be the main Olympic stadium and is the centerpiece of the Queensland government’s plan for the games. But … Read more