Brisbane’s second gateway bridge today welcomed its first visitor – the official Google Maps car. Part of the $2.5-billion upgrade will open to vehicles later this month with all six lanes to be in operation by December. Siobhan Hegarty reports.
The budget promised “no frills” and “fiscal responsibility” but what’s in it for us? Unfortunately not much if you live in Queensland. Bridget Backhaus reports.
Queensland’s home of Rugby has been given the green light for a major overhaul. Ballymore stadium will receive a plethora of new features, but there are concerns about what this will mean for nearby residents. Ashley Miller reports.
The countdown is on with just four days until Queenslanders can take a closer look at the new gateway bridge. While everyone’s interests have been focused on the bridge itself, the real activity is happening down below. Emma Pickworth reports.
Transit lane cheaters should be checking their mirrors after the launch of a harsh crackdown on high occupancy lanes this morning. The blitz is the Government’s latest attempt to ease Brisbane’s traffic woes and, despite accusations of revenue raising, commuters …
It was good news for stranded travellers today as the first flights from Europe arrived back in Brisbane. Flight bans were lifted overnight as the ash cloud from Iceland’s volcano continues to clear giving passengers and airlines a chance to …
In an Australian first the Heart Foundation today launched an initiative to help governments plan for healthier communities. It will be used by local governments, architects and town planners to build developments that encourage physical activity. Ashleigh Elliott reports.
Lord Mayor Campbell Newman’s dream for Brisbane to become the next world city was unveiled at today’s State of the Capital conference. So what’s planned for Brisbane’s future in the coming years? Lisa Kingsberry reports.
It’s been more than 40years since steam trains were used as public transport but today Brisbane train travellers were given the chance to hop aboard for a special trip from Ipswich to Shorncliffe. Amy Stewart reports.