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

Guardian challenges basis of banking

Geoff Ebbs /22 April, 2014

An article in the Guardian last month is doing the rounds because of the implications for the role of governments and the banks. The article starts with a 1030’s quote from Henry Ford, that it was a good thing that most Americans didn’t know how banking really works, because if they did, “there’d be a revolution before Continue Reading →

GOA billboards offers local artists ANZAC opportunity

media /17 April, 2014

In its 17th year, the goa billboards Project has made some exciting changes for 2014. In a new initiative, goa billboards Project in 2014 will welcome anyone with a love or flair for photography to participate in this competition alongside Brisbane secondary students. Participants are asked to explore their personal experience, opinion and perspective in response to the theme Continue Reading →

Hot! Hot! Hot! Jump Up Party coming soon

Wan Kerr /17 April, 2014

Cool Man-The excitement is building as preparations are made for the annual JUMP UP Party to be held in West End on 31st May 2014. In it’s fourth year at the South Leagues Club, Davies Park, and the Jump Up Party means only one thing – big party time, Caribbean style. Trinidadian entertainer Alvin Rostant Continue Reading →

The SWOT is hot at Business Queensland

Geoff Ebbs /17 April, 2014

The office of Small Business in the Queensland department of Tourism, Major Events, Small Business and the Commonwealth Games – yes I’m serious, that IS where the government puts small business – reports that its guide to SWOT analysis is the hottest property on the website at the moment. The office offers a range of useful Continue Reading →

Locals head to IPAN conference

media /16 April, 2014

Conference and demonstration supporting peace and independence – Canberra, APRIL 21-25th 2014 If you care about: • Australia’s involvement in foreign wars and drone murders • Foreign troops and/or bases on Australian Soil • Expensive arms purchases • The US alliance Be part of IPAN’s campaigns promoting Peace and an Independent foreign policy for Australia. An Continue Reading →

On your bike for the House!

Wan Kerr /15 April, 2014

On Sunday 4th May, staff and supporters of Community Plus (the organization that manages West End Community House, Annerley Community Centre and Yeronga Community Centre) will be taking part in the Great Brisbane Bike Ride to raise much needed funds for their ongoing activities. Brought to you by Bicycle Queensland, the ride caters for all Continue Reading →