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The tower would dominate the Kangaroo Point skyline.

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 mother regularly shared videos about her family’s life.

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

Holly Bowles and Bianca Jones are fighting for life in a Thai hospital.

There are grave fears for two young Australians on life support following a suspected mass methanol poisoning.

An artist’s impression of the new Oxley Creek Common area.

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

Pete Evans and Robert F. Kennedy Jnr in Los Angeles in 2020.

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.

How can lunch last four hours? In Spain, it’s easy.
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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.

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The Australian innovations that could save the world

PlasmaLeap: Lightning in a bottle using renewable electricity, air and water to make green ammonia

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.

Barkaa, Ava Max, Fanny Lumsden and Sarah Ellen at the 2024 Aria Awards.

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 stars charged but fan investigation continues amid claims of racist abuse

The fracas in the NBL game between Melbourne United and the Adelaide 36ers.

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.

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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.

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Treasurer Cameron Dick, Premier Steven Miles and Transport Minister Bart Mellish announce the six-month 50-cent public transport fares, beginning in August.

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

Brisbane City Council turned off the power at two inner-city parks recently following reports of anti-social behaviour.

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 First Five Forever children’s sessions have been cut in the December program, despite high demand.

Dozens of weekly library sessions for babies, toddlers and preschoolers have been cut, sparking a community backlash.

Wife recorded murder fears hours before death

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.

City Hall apologises to those ‘misled’ over Metro trial – but digs in

Miles and Schrinner are all smiles after announcing the state government will boost its share of bus funding.

Amid mounting contradictions and accusations of lying, Brisbane City Council insists an early Metro rollout was always going to end.

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Rio Tinto chief executive Jakob Stausholm.

‘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.

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Hawthorn’s base at Waverley Park.
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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.

The fracas in the NBL game between Melbourne United and the Adelaide 36ers.
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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.

Reece Walsh is ineligible for the Dally M Medal because of his suspension earlier in the season.
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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.

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Ricky Ponting and Justin Langer inspect the pitch at the Oval during a Test match in 2023.
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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.

Australian cricket star Ash Gardner would prefer there was no international or domestic cricket on Australia Day.

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.

Here I am: Nathan McSweeney bunkers down against India A.

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.

DUBLIN, IRELAND:  March 16:  Finn Russell #10 of Scotland in action during the Ireland V Scotland, Six Nations rugby union match at Aviva Stadium on March 16, 2024, in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images) DUBLIN, IRELAND: March 16: Finn Russell #10 of Scotland in action during the Ireland V Scotland, Six Nations rugby union match at Aviva Stadium on March 16, 2024, in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)

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.

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