Stone eel arrangement sparks discussion for better access to cultural heritage on private land

Calls for a review into Victorias Aboriginal heritage act are underway following damage to Stone eel arrangement. 

The ancient stone arrangement - one of the only formations of its kind, was moved by a landowner over the weekend. 

The formation has sparked a discussion for better access to cultural heritage on private land. 

Brisbane cross river rail raises doubt

New doubts are being raised over Brisbane’s Cross River Rail, as critics say billions more must be spent to achieve the government’s promises. 

Experts say not only upgrades, but the removal of about 20 level crossings around Brisbane is needed if the project is to deliver on its promised train timetable.

QLD premier to investigate gender inequalities

Annastacia Palaszczuk is pushing the National Cabinet to hold a summit to investigate and address economic and social inequalities faced by Australian women. 

In an announcement today, Palaszczuk said that actions to address the gender pay gap, affordable childcare, workplace discrimiation, and sexual harassment both at work and in broader society, should be of high national priority. 

 

Peanuts farmers worried in Kingaroy

Farmers in the Queensland town of Kingaroy are worried that drought and a shifting rainfall pattern might mean the end for peanut crop production.

According to the Bureau of Meteorology's regional climate guide, from 1989 to 2018, annual rainfall in the region declined by 60 millimetres, or seven per cent.