Bundaberg has Queensland’s worst youth unemployment rates at 23 per cent, and yet there is steady stream of short-term work picking fruit and vegetables during harvest. ABC News travelled to find out why backpackers fill the roles instead of locals.
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Family pleads for return of Australian's body from Uganda months after death
Queensland woman Bronwyn Fielding’s body remains in Uganda because of bureaucratic delays two months after her death, prompting her Australia-based family to plead for her release from the mortuary.
Time 'irrelevant' as Brisbane amputee conquers English Channel
Brisbane man Michael Powell, who lost part of his left leg in a tractor accident when he was four, completes one of the world’s most gruelling physical challenges by swimming the English Channel.
Customer Support Officer – Queensland Government – Brisbane QLD
Your current resume – including contact details for two referees (one of whom must be your current supervisor);…From Queensland Government – Thu, 24 Aug 2017 09:53:37 GMT – View all Brisbane QLD jobs
'You will be epically missed': Sister remembers man allegedly murdered by brother
The sister of Gold Coast suspected murder victim Reece Clarke posts a heartfelt tribute to her brother on Facebook, after their sibling Ethan allegedly doused him with petrol and set him alight.
Passenger headbutts Brisbane bus driver over concession request
A Brisbane bus driver has facial injuries after being headbutted by a passenger who was asked to show his concession card.
From the Cape to the catwalk: Sharing Indigenous culture through fashion
Two Cairns fashion designers are chosen to represent Australia at the World Indigenous Fashion Week in the Seychelles in October.
Negative political ads set to rise in Queensland as election looms
You’re about to be bombarded with negative political ads in Queensland and here’s why you won’t turn off.
UK Insurance Professional Apprenticeship Programme – Willis Towers Watson – Ipswich QLD
Day to day client service, answering queries received directly from clients, brokers and other third parties, communicating by voice as well as email….From Willis Towers Watson – Sat, 26 Aug 2017 08:41:03 GMT – View all Ipswich QLD jobs
Apprentice Painter / Decorator – Boston Consulting – Brisbane QLD
Looking for enthusiastic and self motivated person to learn painting / rendering skills, with an apprenticeship offered to the right candidate….From Skillsroad – Mon, 14 Aug 2017 04:18:36 GMT – View all Brisbane QLD jobs