Thailand election sees Move Forward party and other opposition parties take the lead from military-packed parties.

Thailand election results: progressive opposition trounces military-backed government

The election in Thailand this week has seen the Move Forward Party, and other progressive opposition parties, take the lead from military-backed parties. Source: Sirakorn Lamyai/Wikimedia The results of this week’s Thailand election has seen the youth-led Move Forward Party to take the lead as Thai votes, particularly young voters, deliver a major defeat for…

Queensland government contemplate rent cap for residential park to help protect residents.

Queensland government considers rent caps for residential parks as owners take advantage of pensioners

Queensland government contemplates a rent cap for residential parks to improve protection for residents. Source: RetireAustralia The state government is contemplating rent caps in residential parks, after the Queensland peak body for residents raised concerns about housing stress amongst residents. The parks are marketed as affordable alternatives to retirement villages for people over 50. In…