Cafe takeover, fair work breach, and property market shifts

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1. Entrepreneurs take over popular CBD cafe, promise free coffee on opening

   Local entrepreneurs have taken over a popular CBD cafe and are promising free coffee on opening day. The new owners say they want to keep what's working rather than make unnecessary changes.

   examiner.com.au

2. North-West IT company operator taken to court over alleged underpayment

   Fair Work has taken court action against a North-West IT company operator over alleged underpayment of workers. The Devonport business is accused of breaching fair work laws.

   theadvocate.com.au

3. Have mainland buyers gone cold after tax and negative gearing changes?

   Mainland property buyers appear to be pulling back after recent tax and negative gearing changes. One Tasmanian area has seen values increase by 240 per cent in two years.

   examiner.com.au

4. 'A no-brainer': why new lights at West Park will open up different avenues

   New lights at West Park are expected to open up different recreational opportunities for the community. Council says the project represents thinking outside the norm.

   theadvocate.com.au

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