The United States has imposed new tariffs on Chinese imports (such as shoes, diapers and food) worth $112 billion (£92 billion).

New tariffs have escalated dramatically during the fierce trade war, which could cost households $800 a year.

The move is the first phase of the latest plan by US President Donald Trump, which imposes a 15% tariff on $300 billion of Chinese imports by the end of the year.

In response, Beijing began to take measures against US$75 billion worth of US goods.

The first person to get a 3D-printed tibia bone implanted into his leg, in a world-first medical breakthrough, is now able to walk again.

Brisbane resident Reuben Lichter developed a bone infection in 2017 and would have had to get an above-the-knee amputation if it wasn’t for the new technology.

Two years later, he says his journey has been long and painful but he is glad that he “did the hard yards” instead of amputating.

An urgent recall has been issued for CORE Ingredients’ Powerfoods frozen meals, after fifteen Aussies reported having contracted salmonella poisoning after consumption.

South Australia Health’s Dr Fay Jenkins says, “We are urging anyone with these meals in their freezers to throw them away or return them to where they bought them.”

Dr Jenkins says this particular type of salmonella is unusual, but still poses serious health risks and symptoms like fever, diarrhoea, vomiting, headaches, stomach cramps and loss of appetite.

A new report says Victoria’s disadvantaged communities are at risk of being left behind in the fight against global warming.

The council’s ‘A Climate of Fairness’ report says, “If you are struggling to keep up with day-to-day expenses, protecting yourself from the impacts of climate change can be an insurmountable challenge.”

A local rugby club is recruiting the Chinese-speaking community to boost team numbers.

The Sunnybank Dragons have had a 20% decrease in junior members over the last three years, so they tried something no other club in Australia has done.

Cameron Foley from the club says “not just in Brisbane but across Australia, predominantly Chinese people are not playing rugby. We wanted to connect the two”.

Emergency services are calling on city residents to have an emergency kit ready in the event of a natural disaster occurring - like the ones rural people keep. 

It is recommended to have 3 days worth of water on hand at all times - with many city dwellers being complacent when it comes to relying on utilities that could be cut off during a severe weather event. 

In addition to water, it's also important to think about medication and things like dog food if you have pets at home.

Labor’s Brisbane lord mayoral candidate has promised ratepayers they’ll get $100 off their annual rates bill if they elect him in the 2020 council elections.  

A $25 discount each quarter would apply if residents pay their rates bills on time.  

Candidate Patrick Condren says he wants to help residents who are crying out to save a dollar wherever they can.