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Brisbane Powerhouse gets a new venue while Wynnum Fringe loses theirs

The move to New Farm robs Wynnum of its festival heart, but organisers say it “feels like the right next chapter”.

Brisbane Powerhouse gets a new venue while Wynnum Fringe loses theirs

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Support in galore for Sri Lanka’s first millionaire track and field athlete

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