Category: General news

Managing director of Ebono Institute and major sponsor of The Generator, Geoff Ebbs, is running against Kevin Rudd in the seat of Griffith at the next Federal election. By the expression on their faces in this candid shot it looks like a pretty dull campaign. Read on

Thrift paradox costs Bertie budget bet

Roberta /14 May, 2014

Psychic’s don’t win the lottery so I should have known better. I like risk though, so I bet against the petrol levy.  I hope none of you went out and put the farm on SportsBet. “Too bad, so sad” if you did. I lost the farm shortly after I lost the plot. The budget outcome confirms one Continue Reading →

Not all Graffiti is gold

Geoff Ebbs /14 May, 2014

See latest story on local graffiti management plan.  Recent coverage of the State Government’s clean up graffiti campaign has revealed a divergence of opinions on the topic. Community journalist Jan Bowman, quoted Westender’s coverate on Radio 612 and there was significant discussion on the Westender facebook page. While most of the activity and comment concerned the Continue Reading →

Kone Express takes the roof off BEMAC

Geoff Ebbs /12 May, 2014

The theatre space at Queensland Multicultural Centre, BEMAC, took off last night as the Kone Express left the station with two thirds of the audience on the dance floor, glowing and grinning in sheer delight at the exuberance of the performance. Bassidi Kone is a young man from Mali, who travels the world but manages Continue Reading →

Nurses: A vital resource for health

Wan Kerr /12 May, 2014

On May 12, International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world in recognition of the significant contribution nurses make to the health of society. In Brisbane’s south, three dedicated nurses are providing health care to the most vulnerable in our society, people who are homeless. St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane (SVPHB), along with Micah Projects Continue Reading →

Free sales and marketing workshop tomorrow

media /12 May, 2014

FREE Sales and Marketing: Business Growth Workshop for Entrepreneurs! • Are you putting countless hours into your business but feel like it’s just stuck in 2nd gear? • Do you want more qualified leads for your business while spending less money on marketing? • Is your long-term goal to build a business that you can sell for millions Continue Reading →

What’s in a warranty?

Geoff Ebbs /12 May, 2014

Business Queensland warns business owners to be sure they understand their obligations under the consumer laws. The key message is that you need to understand the nine guarantees you make just by selling a good to a consumer. Business to business services are not exempt either. Business.qld.gov.au contains a range of resources on guarantees and warranties Continue Reading →