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STARTS FRIDAY – Brisbane’s legendary GreazeFest Celebrates 25 Years of Chrome, Culture and Rockabilly Rebellion

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STARTS FRIDAY – Brisbane’s GreazeFest Celebrates 25 Years of Chrome, Culture and Rockabilly Rebellion   August 1–3, Redland Showgrounds: Australia’s Ultimate Kustom Kulture Weekend Returns in a Quarter-Century Birthday Bash   STARTING THIS FRIDAY – three unforgettable days of vintage cool, classic cars, and rip-roaring live music at the Redland Showgrounds – GreazeFest 2025 will … Continued

Anglican Church leader calls for Gaza Ceasefire

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27 July 2025 The abject failure of Israel and Hamas to agree terms for a ceasefire is contributing to an intolerable crisis in Gaza. The violence must stop urgently and people must have the food and water they so desperately need to survive. I call for the release of remaining hostages being held by Hamas, … Continued

FESTITALIA returns to Brisbane in 2025 – Sunday September 7

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FESTITALIA  is BACK in 2025 – AND IT’S MORE DELICIOUSLY ITALIAN THAN EVER   One of Queensland’s most beloved cultural festivals is BACK and it’s bringing the heart and soul of Italy with it. After eight year, FESTITALIA returns to Brisbane this Father’s Day, Sunday September 7, transforming the RNA Showgrounds into a vibrant Italian … Continued

Funding fuels new LaunchPad for startups

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La Trobe University has secured a $400,000 grant from LaunchVic, Victoria’s startup agency, to establish a program that supports early-stage entrepreneurs to turn bold ideas into business reality to drive Australia’s future growth and prosperity.  The funding acknowledges the University’s success in running a range of entrepreneurship programs in recent years.   Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell … Continued

GRNSW INTRODUCES NEW GREYHOUND WELFARE SCHEME

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A new initiative which will ultimately see NSW with the highest quality welfare programs in the country, will be introduced by Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) next week. The Greyhound Welfare Scheme will ensure an even greater focus on welfare initiatives and allow GRNSW to provide a sustainable model for funding all the industry welfare programs. … Continued

Vincent Lingiari Memorial Gathering to honour legacy through campfire stories and song

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The Vincent Lingiari Memorial Lecture will feel a little different this year, with the Vincent Lingiari Memorial Gathering – campfire yarning with Charlie King. In place of a formal lecture, this year’s event will feature an intimate conversation with respected Gurindji man, broadcaster and anti-family violence advocate Charlie King OAM AM, with Mr King sharing deeply … Continued

THE countdown is officially on for the PBR Australia Grand Finals, returning to Townsville October 31 – November 1

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100 DAYS TO GO: TOWNSVILLE GEARS UP FOR THE ULTIMATE PBR AUSTRALIA SHOWDOWN   The 100 day countdown is officially on for the PBR Australia Grand Finals, returning to Townsville October 31 – November 1, where the country’s toughest bull riders will go head-to-head for Australia’s most prestigious buckle and a $100,000 championship bonus.   … Continued

DOORSTOP 1045am ‘Click to Cancel’

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MEDIA ALERT REMINDER 23/7/25 Senator Fatima Payman will be joined by Australian Communications Consumer Action Network (ACCAN) CEO Carol Bennett to launch the ‘Click to Cancel’ campaign. www.clicktocancel.com.au Mural Hall, Parliament House 1045am     Contact details: Jeff Waters 0498 111 261 [email protected]