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Brisbane development
New plan for tower to overshadow historic Shafston House
The heritage-listed house would be dwarfed by a huge new residential tower that, if approved, would dominate the Kangaroo Point skyline.
Qld influencer investigated after police received reports of child harm
The investigation is likely to take several weeks while police seek further information from medical reports.
Families fear the worst as bedside vigils for poisoned teens continue
There are grave fears for two young Australians on life support following a suspected mass methanol poisoning.
Lord mayor spruiks Brisbane’s ‘parks of the future’
Brisbane City Council is spruiking its previously announced upgrades, releasing an update on their transformation.
Former celebrity chef Pete Evans to publish cookbook with RFK Jr
The book will be published by Kennedy’s Children’s Health Defence, one of America’s largest anti-vaccine groups.
Gisele Pelicot condemns France’s ‘macho society’ in final remarks at rape trial
In her final statement of a trial that has appalled France, the 72-year-old condemned the “cowardice” of those accused of raping her.
Opinion
Top 10s
Ten things we’ll never understand about Spain
It’s one of the world’s best destinations, but some social habits and attitudes can be challenging and might leave you scratching your head.
Brian Johnston
Travel writer
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Climate solutions
The Australian innovations that could save the world
From harnessing the power of lightning to make fertiliser to using yeast to produce forest-friendly palm oil, these start-ups are helping to solve big environmental problems.
‘Worst fears realised’: One-third of corals dead on section of Barrier Reef
The results of the first surveys of bleached corals after a mass bleaching event show severe damage to a section of the Reef.
Move over Troye Sivan: The best dressed at this year’s ARIAs
In a sea of school formal dresses, Ava Max, Sarah Ellen and Barkaa stood out at the music awards.
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NBL
NBL stars charged but fan investigation continues amid claims of racist abuse
The NBL has charged Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis over a fiery altercation with fans, but the league is still investigating members of the public.
Analysis
Pension
Thinking of gifting the grandkids some money? Check this first
While the intention of gifting is often to help family members, you need to make sure you don’t rob Peter to pay Paul.
Queensland
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Public Transport
Decision to slash fares to 50¢ contradicted panel’s reform advice
The panel heard from a Transport Department official that “reducing fares would be an ineffectual way of increasing patronage and reducing congestion”.
Taskforce to tackle crime in Brisbane’s homeless encampments
Crime and drug use at two of Brisbane’s biggest tent cities has prompted council to join forces with police to tackle “anti-social behaviour”.
Library rhyme time sessions cut as City Hall stops ‘picking up the slack’
Dozens of weekly library sessions for babies, toddlers and preschoolers have been cut, sparking a community backlash.
Wife recorded murder fears hours before death
Just hours before a woman was found dead near a tractor, she recorded a video saying she feared her husband would kill her, a court has heard.
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City council
City Hall apologises to those ‘misled’ over Metro trial – but digs in
Amid mounting contradictions and accusations of lying, Brisbane City Council insists an early Metro rollout was always going to end.
Politics
Worst G20 in years ends with whimper as host cancels final press conference
“This G20 summit will go down in the history books,” one official told the Bloomberg news service. “But definitely not as a shining example.”
Business
Opinion
Workplace culture
‘Guilty by chromosome’: Culture change doesn’t come easy for Rio’s workers
It’s jarring how little progress the mining giant has made in overhauling its workplace culture, which is rife with bullying, racism and sexual harassment – and it’s not for a lack of trying.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
Breaking
Russia-Ukraine war
US embassy in Kyiv shuts down over anticipated air attack
A day after Ukraine used US missiles to strike Russian territory, the US has received information of a potential significant air attack on Kyiv.
Opinion
Putin’s chilling nuclear threat has one strategic target
Mick Ryan
Military leader and strategist
Explore
Property
Family bags trophy home for $3,888,888 the night before auction
The buyers made sure the Indooroopilly house had a price containing plenty of figure 8s - the luckiest number in Chinese culture.
Sick of neighbours? House on a giant traffic island for sale
Ever heard of a house that fronts three streets and shares no boundaries with neighbours? Here’s one.
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Lifestyle
Move over Troye Sivan: The best dressed at this year’s ARIAs
In a sea of school formal dresses, Ava Max, Sarah Ellen and Barkaa stood out at the music awards.
Opinion
Sunday Life
I received an invitation to meet the King and Queen. This is why I accepted it
Brooke Boney
Gamilaroi woman, journalist and presenter
Culture
Netflix is getting serious about live sport. It’s bringing in Beyoncé
A Super Bowl-style half-time show on Christmas Day and a wrestling theme song are part of the streamer’s plans.
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AFL 2024
Hawthorn settle Federal Court case with Indigenous players
The Hawks have settled their Federal Court case with Indigenous former players and their families, apologising for their experiences at the club and reaching a financial settlement.
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NBL
NBL stars charged but fan investigation continues amid claims of racist abuse
The NBL has charged Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis over a fiery altercation with fans, but the league is still investigating members of the public.
Perspective
NRL 2025
He’s the poster boy of the NRL. But dissatisfied Walsh must reinvent himself
Reece Walsh needs to be at the forefront of a cultural shake-up at the Broncos if they’re to return to premiership contention.
Nick Wright
Sport reporter
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Test cricket
Channel Seven forced into commentary shake-up before first Test
Ricky Ponting and Justin Langer are prioritising their IPL commitments, while Australia will have to do without coach Daniel Vettori.
Cricket reveals plan to ‘respectfully deliver’ Australia Day games
The desire to restore cricket to the contentious date is revealed in CA’s latest Reconciliation Action Plan.
McSweeney has faced 6781 deliveries in his professional career. His No.1 fan has seen almost every one
Nathan McSweeney’s grandfather is his No.1 fan. Now he’ll get to see his grandson make good on a vow he made when he was just four.
He’s the ‘Messi of rugby’ who earns (much) more than Suaalii. Can he stop the Wallabies?
Rugby is a team game, but one super-confident Scotsman with a massive salary has the potential to end the Wallabies’ grand slam run.
Have Your Say
‘It controls everything’: His dad’s message keeps King Wally’s fight alive
A caring sledge from his father stuck with Wally Lewis, as he continues to advocate for changes to improve player welfare.
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