The closure of the Jeays Street Community Garden and composting hub in Bowen Hills has particularly disappointed one local resident and recreational gardener. Liam Swan said having the garden in a public space was different to having one on his balcony because it gave him the opportunity to interact with his neighbours as well as […]
Community garden uprooted in Bowen Hills Read More »
Former Assistant Minister for Waste Reduction Trevor Evans has joined Container Exchange (COEX) with big ideas for increasing recycling rates.
COEX boss Evans seeks to break recycling barrier Read More »
Charity Books 4 PNG Kids is building children’s literacy skills through their donation program.
Changing PNG kids’ lives book by book Read More »
Don’t wait until you or those in your life need it to make plans for aged care; the system can be complex and confusing.
The driver’s seat: why the best time to plan for aged care is now Read More »
A Teneriffe local has met with a councillor about his increasing frustration at overcrowded Brisbane City Council pools, which he believes are not being adequately monitored by lifeguards.
“Stressful” swimming experience Read More »
Aligoté doesn’t get the same fanfare as its flashier Burgundian sibling Chardonnay, which is exactly why sommelier Oliver Summons is a fan.
An Aligoté with citrus snap Read More »
Mike O’Connor has asked why Brisbane City Council requested community feedback on one of the most significant changes to Fortitude Valley in 15 years over the holiday season.
Valley plan, con jobs, and housing cynicism Read More »
Ed Haysom has reflected on Fortitude Valley’s evolution over the last 130 years and what the Brisbane City Council’s Fortitude Valley Sustainable Growth Precinct Plan should do for the area.
Fortitude Valley a prime example of disconnected precincts Read More »
Beth Leach asks: “There is much change around us. What will you fill your year with?”
Resolutions in a year of big change Read More »
A year after his passing, the legacy of local history enthusiast James “Jim” MacDonald has been immortalised in an annual history award at New Farm State School.
School award commemorates “quintessential gentleman” Read More »