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Fitzroy River Olympics Croc Controversy | Brisbane News (opens the original)
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Rockhampton’s Fitzroy River is officially set to host rowing and canoe sprint events for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, sparking global debate over crocodile safety — despite assurances from officials and locals that estuarine crocs pose little threat in freshwater zones. While experts like Professor Craig Franklin call the decision reckless, the IOC-backed assessment praised the river’s conditions, aided by a historic barrage that separates salt and fresh water. Upgrades are underway, tourism is c
Brisbane Festival Lights Up City | Brisbane News (opens the original)
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Brisbane’s cultural heartbeat is pulsing loud and proud as the festival roars into its final stretch, turning the city into a global stage with bold, boundary-pushing art that’s reshaping how locals see home—and setting the stage for 2032. With crowds flooding venues, record turnout for free events, and standout shows like “Strong is the New Pretty” and “Choir of Man,” this year’s edition proves Queensland’s arts scene isn’t just thriving—it’s leading the charge, financially and culturally, whil
Australia’s Renewable Rush Faces Grid Hurdles | Brisbane News (opens the original)
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Australia’s racing to power 82% of its electricity with renewables by 2030, but the path is blocked by a tangled web of grid delays, lack of long-term buyers, and political hesitation—especially as coal plants stay online because no one’s ready to replace them. With transmission projects in Victoria at risk and approvals still slow despite rising capacity, the industry’s patience is wearing thin. Yet there’s momentum: more wind and solar went live last year than ever before, and for the first ti
Offsets Are Not the Answer | Brisbane News (opens the original)
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Australia’s carbon offset system is under fire as big polluters use it as a loophole to avoid real emissions cuts. While offsets from trees or landfills sound eco-friendly, they’re unreliable—nature-based carbon can vanish in fires or decay. With climate chaos accelerating and El Niño looming, offsets aren’t a substitute for slashing pollution at the source. Experts demand a total overhaul of the government’s safeguard mechanism: tighter caps, no low-quality credits, and strict limits on offset
Immigration Battle Shapes Election | Brisbane News (opens the original)
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The government’s pushing a detailed immigration overhaul to curb overseas arrivals, with Minister Tony Burke unveiling tighter visa rules, crackdowns on overstayers, and restrictions on student visas — all aimed at hitting forecast migration levels. But as One Nation amps up the pressure, Labor faces mounting criticism for not going far enough, while opposition parties refuse to back them — leaving the government politically isolated. With no clear economic impact modeling and official data dela
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