 | Many Aussie homes aren't built for winter, here's how to keep warm |
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Australians are shivering through each winter unaware of the impacts cold homes have on their health, a researcher says, with many homes designed predominantly for hot summers and subsequently ill-equipped for plunging temperatures. |
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 | Brisbane's nature reserves in good hands with these volunteers |
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Once a month, a small band of volunteers sets to digging out weeds and planting natives at Chermside Hills Reserve. The rewards, they say, are huge. Inspired by this story? Pledge just 90 minutes of kindness in your community and give back by volunteering. Make the pledge. |
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 | Ipswich says its infrastructure isn't keeping up with population boom |
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Ipswich City Council says it is taking in 30% of new residents to south-east Queensland but is being left out of critical infrastructure funding to properly accommodate the boom. |
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 | Why heavy rainfall followed by high wind poses a unique threat |
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Authorities are warning the combination of wet soil and high winds is bringing dangerous conditions across south-east Queensland. |
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 | Former printery at Queen's Wharf to become canvas for digital projection |
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The heritage-listed The Printery Office, which was purpose-built in 1874 to print and maintain Queensland government documents, will become a giant canvas for 52 different light projections, one for every week of the year. |
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 | Getting a productive citrus crop |
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Annette McFarlane shares her top tips with Kate O'Toole on growing abundant and thriving citrus in your garden. |
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 | Let’s volunteer, Australia. Need some inspiration? |
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When we give back by volunteering, we feed our own positive mood and can improve our physical and mental health, not to mention positively impacting our community! We’re encouraging Aussies to come together and make a pledge: 90 minutes of kindness in your community. If you need some inspiration, check out our #ABC90for90 ideas kick-starter to begin your volunteering journey, you might discover something you’ve never thought of. |
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