Ratepayers gets chance at windfall
By DANI SHARP Today is the last chance ratepayers have to win up to $1000 off their next bill as part of a new Sunshine Coast Council incentive. In an effort to become more environmentally … Read more »
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US-Aust military partnership holds firm
By JAMES RUSSELL The Australian Defence Force remains committed to its overseas relationships amid the COVID-19 pandemic, with an annual exercise with the US taking centre stage this week. Measures are now in place to … Read more »
WWII vet flags new Great Depression
By LACHLAN MORRIS The economic fallout from COVID-19 in Australia, especially after such a rampant bushfire season, could be reminiscent of the Great Depression, says a local WWII veteran. Lawrie Johnston, 95, is concerned that … Read more »
Global coronavirus job cuts hurt Nepal’s economy
By LIAM BLAND A recent statement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) indicates coronavirus cases outside of Nepal may be impacting the country’s economy more than cases in Nepal itself. Earlier this month, the IMF … Read more »
Fringe players brace for Second XI departure
By BRAD ILOTT The Toyota Second XI competition looks set to be scrapped by Cricket Australia (CA) for season 2020-21 as the financial ramifications of COVID-19 continue to rock the governing body. With a contract … Read more »
London calls Sunshine Coast star
By REBECCA MUGRIDGE Alfie Shacklock turns 16 in August and he has the world waiting at his pointed feet. Hard work has paid off for the student of The Dance Centre Peregian Springs, seeing him … Read more »
Parkinson’s disease takes costly toll
By DANI SHARP As the sun sets on coronavirus, Australia is forced to witness a rise in the number of cases of Parkinson’s disease at a rate faster than general population growth. Parkinson’s disease was … Read more »