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Covid restrictions lessen for QLD but masks remain in place
Most Covid restrictions for Queesland will be eased as of 6.00am today, however some restrictions for South East Queensland will continue, with requirements for face masks and other restrictions remaining in place until next week.
These other restrictions include limits on guests for public gatherings, Indoor weddings, indoor funerals and Indoor venues.
Open letter about 2032 Olympics to QLD Government
South Brisbane MP Amy McMahon called on the state government to involve the Brisbane community in planning for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.
Among other requests, Ms McMahon asked the government to protect heritage sites, invest in public transport, and introduce rent caps.
'Create the Kiosk' a safe space for First Nations in West End
West End Community House in partnership with Murri Radio 98.9 FM hosts a weekly program called ‘Create the Kiosk’, which aims to provide a supportive space for First Nations people and the community.
‘Create the Kiosk’ is located at People’s Park on Boundary Road in West End.
Temporary pop-up vaccination clinics for Melbourne's homeless
The Victorian Government announced their plan to create mobile vaccination hubs in Melbourne to help homeless and vulnerable people get vaccinated against Covid-19.
Each pop-up clinic can vaccinate up to forty people a day, and will be visiting homelessness services, drop-in centres, and crisis accommodation facilities.
Petition for hunger striking refugees in Melbourne
The Refugee Action Collective Victoria launched a petition in solidarity with hunger striking refugees.
The petition calls on the coalition government to free all refugees who are indefinitely detained in Australia.
Updates on China's deadly flooding
China’s Henan province is bracing for more heavy rain after severe flooding that sparked large-scale evacuations left at least 33 dead. The death toll includes at least 12 commuters who were killed after water flooded subway carriages in the capital Zhengzhou. Eight people still remain missing, according to government figures with rain expected to continue.
Clairo: Sling
<p><span><span>- Clairo’s 2019 debut album <em>Immunity</em> received critical acclaim for its detailed song writing, lo-fi production and aesthetic. There’s variety in <em>Immunity, </em>with soft,<em> </em>up-tempo rock tunes between smooth ballads and importantly, memorable melodies and lyrics. Unfortunately, singer/songwriter <strong>Claire Cottrill</strong>’s sophomore album <em>Sling</em> doesn’t reach those same heights.</span></span></p>
Bribie’s Foreshore to Receive $1.5 Million Upgrade
Bribie Island’s Bellara Foreshore is on the cards for a $1.5 million dollar upgrade as part of the State Government’s South East Queensland Community Stimulus Package.
Councillor Brooke Savige said the foreshore is a beautiful natural space and just needs a bit of love.
Gabba Gets Revamp in Wake of Olympic Announcement
The Queensland Government has a hefty plan to give the Gabba a big revamp, with a plan to make the site the main stadium for both the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Under initial plans unveiled by the Government, the Gabba would essentially be demolished and a $1 billion main Olympic oval stadium rebuilt in its place.