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Planning a wedding? The Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages in George Street, Brisbane offers a stylish, elegant and affordable venue to celebrate your special day. Contact the registry to book your wedding date now! Find out more>>

Buy Smart competition 2008 The Buy Smart competition helps young people develop smart consumer skills. Winners receive cash prizes - up to $500 for themselves and $1500 for their school or organisation. Find out more>>

Appointment of new Director of Public Prosecutions The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Kerry Shine announced the appointment of Mr Tony Moynihan, SC as the new Director of Public Prosecutions. He assumed the role on Monday, 23 June 2008. Read more>>

Alternatives to high cost credit Queensland consumers will now have added protection from high cost credit loans with the introduction of a 48% interest rate cap later this year. Consumer guides to paying unexpected bills and alternatives to high cost credit are available. Read more>>

Dispute resolution services The Dispute Resolution Branch offers a free mediation service to help you overcome conflict without having to go to court. Trained mediators bring disputing parties together to talk over their differences and reach an agreement. Read more>>

Birth certificates Birth certificates are required for many important purposes, such as enrolling your child in school and applying for a passport. For information on the commemorative certificates available and how to order a birth certificate, click here.

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Interest free deals Have you ever taken out an interest free deal? The NSW Office of Fair Trading is conducting a consumer survey on interest free deals. Read more>>		Mandatory unit pricing in Queensland Unit pricing on grocery products is to be introduced in Queensland to simplify consumer choice between products and help save time and money. To read more, or have your say, click here.

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