Poor air quality in classrooms found to be detrimental to children's productivity

Research suggests Australian schools need better ventilation to improve student health and productivity.

Researchers from the University of New South Wales found many students could be learning in classrooms with CO2 levels four times the recommended threshold. High CO2 levels can cause headaches, sleepiness, and tiredness. 

Island residents ask to drive golf carts on public roads

Coochiemudlo Island residents are petitioning for the Queensland Parliament to legalise the use of golf cart type vehicles on public roads. 

Residents say there are no taxis, buses or transport options for people with disabilities on the island, and golf carts are an eco-friendly solution. 

Queensland Parliament has tabled the petition, which has been signed by 330 people - almost half the island’s population. 

Nurses act against Queensland Health for safer conditions

Queensland nurses and midwives are taking industrial action against Queensland Health. 

Queensland's Nurses and Midwives Union are concerned health care workers treating COVID-19 patients are at risk of contracting the virus because they are not being properly fit-tested for respiratory protection equipment.