Gold Coast morning briefing

CBD foot traffic still 20% below pre-COVID levels

Good morning, Gold Coast. 13 degrees and clear skies, so here's what's worth your attention today.

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Are you part of Brisbane’s missing 20 per cent? How much foot traffic has dropped
Pedestrian traffic in Brisbane's CBD has not returned to pre-COVID levels, with a significant drop still apparent. Big changes are coming to the city, but questions remain about whether they'll be enough to revitalise what has been lost.
brisbanetimes.com.au
Chloe’s landlord sold her home to a billionaire. Then she was told to leave
A renter named Chloe lost her home when her landlord sold the property to a billionaire, forcing her to find new accommodation. The situation highlights the challenges facing tenants in the current rental market.
brisbanetimes.com.au
Empty five-star room: Hanson paid for $900-a-night hotel with party funds
One Nation leader Pauline Hanson insists she did not use her $5 million Fire the Liar war chest to pay for a $900-a-night luxury London hotel, despite concerns from insiders. The five-year dispute over the accommodation's funding continues.
brisbanetimes.com.au
ASX set to edge up, Wall Street dips as oil advances; SpaceX share lockup expires
Wall Street stocks edged lower in afternoon trading as oil prices gained ground and companies reported their latest financial results. The ASX is set to edge up as markets respond to these movements.
brisbanetimes.com.au