Brisbane City Council and Queensland Police launched a joint operation this morning to clear homeless encampments from Musgrave Park following reports of escalating violence and drug use.

Councillor Sarah Hutton joined Jason Matthews to confirm the site has been cleaned and declared safe for public use after the removal of tents and dangerous paraphernalia.

Brisbane City Council and Queensland Police launched a joint operation this morning to clear homeless encampments from Musgrave Park following reports of escalating violence and drug use.
Councillor Sarah Hutton joined Jason Matthews to confirm the site has been cleaned and declared safe for public use after the removal of tents and dangerous paraphernalia.

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"A tent is not a home": Council defends Musgrave Park clearance

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Following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down previous trade levies, the US has invoked a new law to impose a 15% baseline tariff on imported goods, directly hitting Australian lamb and goat exports.

Meat and Livestock Association Managing Director Michael Crowley to explain that while the new 15% US tariff on lamb and goat meat will impact supply chains, strong global demand should keep livestock prices stable.

Following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down previous trade levies, the US has invoked a new law to impose a 15% baseline tariff on imported goods, directly hitting Australian lamb and goat exports.
Meat and Livestock Association Managing Director Michael Crowley to explain that while the new 15% US tariff on lamb and goat meat will impact supply chains, strong global demand should keep livestock prices stable.

Beef bounces back: Why Trump's 15% tariff won't touch Aussie steaks

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Security expert Neil Fergus joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss the highly debated repatriation of Australian "ISIS brides" and their children from Syrian camps.

They examine the urgent need for strict ministerial accountability, thorough vetting, and potential de-radicalisation programs to balance constitutional rights with national security.

Security expert Neil Fergus joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Mornings to discuss the highly debated repatriation of Australian "ISIS brides" and their children from Syrian camps.
They examine the urgent need for strict ministerial accountability, thorough vetting, and potential de-radicalisation programs to balance constitutional rights with national security.

Why vetting Australian ISIS Brides is an urgent national security priority

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"A tent is not a home": Council defends Musgrave Park clearance

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