‘Significant and severe’: Tropical low brewing into category three cyclone
A low lingering off the coast of North Queensland could be a category three tropical cyclone within days, the Bureau of Meteorology has warned.
‘Can’t imagine’: Ray Hadley’s devastating family battle revealed
After 43 years ruling the airways, 2GB shock-jock Ray Hadley was ready to spend more time with his family. But he did not expect his wish to come true in such tragic circumstances.
‘Raped and extorted’: Aussie dad’s getaway turned into prison hell
A Qld man has revealed his seven months of hell while banged up in a Cambodian jail, where he was beaten, gang raped and extorted. Listen to the podcast. Warning: Graphic content
Star performs hit song in honour of fatal shark attack victim
Superstar Billie Eilish has performed an emotional tribute song to fatal shark attack victim Charlize Zmuda in front of a sold out Brisbane Entertainment Centre. SEE THE VIDEO.
Trump is running America like it’s the Jerry Springer show
It’s hard to be upbeat in the face of what is happening in the United States currently, writes Frances Whiting.
‘It’s just gone’: Locals shocked after tiny town’s pub goes up in flames
Residents have been left shocked at the fiery destruction of a small Queensland town’s only pub, which was considered the central meeting point for the entire community.
Health
I was confronted with this social dilemma when pregnant
I’d already made these plans before I found out I was pregnant – and I was a bit unsure about how to best go about it.
Why Aussie men are avoiding sex
New research shows that almost one in five Australian men avoid intimacy and sex with a partner as they reveal the extent of their insecurities.
How I had ‘miracle babies’ after 12 IVF fails
Christina Georgiades, the proud Melbourne mum of two ‘miracle babies’, has revealed her personal struggles in the hope it will help others with fertility issues.
Full list: Clinic wait times for ADHD diagnosis revealed
Australians are waiting several months to see psychiatrists for an initial ADHD assessment, with some clinics unable to take on new patients. See the wait times at each clinic.
News Shorts
Only in Vegas: Raiders Recover in Party Pool with Hotel Guests
Flights off Australian coast diverted after live firing reports from Chinese warships
Kip Wightman reveals his darkest moment
Musk wields ‘chainsaw for bureaucracy’
Hamas returns the bodies of four hostages
Dutton slams Trump over calling Zelensky a “dictator”
Explosive reports on Ms. Trad and Mr. carne released
Trump and Musk discuss politics and their friendship
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‘Long gone’: Aussie hero’s added England barb after stunning win
Josh Inglis hit a maiden century to help Australia chase down the highest target in Champions Trophy history – and then rubbed salt into England’s wounds with a pointed barb.
‘Clowns’: Explosive email, toxic culture claims as surf club president departs
Allegations of a “toxic culture” at one of Queensland’s premier surf lifesaving clubs is being investigated after bullying claims surfaced in the wake of an explosive email.
Teens accused of Qld woman’s rape known to police
The three teens charged over a violent Cairns home invasion where a woman was allegedly dragged from her bed and raped were known to police as the community is gripped by fear.
We’ve been conned. Spend up today, because tomorrow they’ll steal it back
A rate cut doesn’t mean much when everyday items like a cup of coffee is forecast to hit the $12 mark, writes Madonna King.
‘All actions considered’: Qld nurses could strike over pay offer
The state’s biggest union, covering nurses and midwives, has not ruled out taking strike action if the government refuses to budge on its latest pay offer. The Premier has now responded.
Red hot Broncos boosted, injury fears for Titans and Dolphins
The Broncos received a boost with a couple of their big stars cleared of injury concerns following their win over the Bulldogs. However, the Dolphins and Titans will be left to sweat over the severity of injuries to key players.
Keyboard warrior or king, time to take Trump literally
It has long been said Donald Trump should be taken seriously, not literally. Now he is backed by a team that doubles down rather than backs down, Tom Minear argues it is time rethink that.
Albo missed his opportunity for a Chinese takeaway
The PM is struggling in the polls but he missed a golden opportunity to make a difference this week, writes Rory Gibson.
I don’t come from theatre royalty but I’m changing the game
A Maltese-born hairdresser and a bank teller from Mackay is now the longest serving director of the Brisbane Festival proving you can do anything you set your mind to. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS
The Sunday Quiz: Who created Dame Edna Everage?
Where was the Great Emu War? Which planet is closest to the sun? What year did Shane Warne die? Put your knowledge of trivia to the test with The Sunday Quiz.
See the GP for free: Albanese’s $8.5bn election cash splash
Labor has announced an $8.5bn election sweetener that promises to boost the bulk-billing rate to 90 per cent of GPs by 2030. Here’s the pledge.
Brisbane sale and auction results, week ending February 22
Brisbane recorded 108 property sales over a million dollars last week, the latest auction and sales results reveal.
Dognapping for ransom, kingpin’s secret chats: Inside Qld meth ring
Explosive messages between dealers and the staggering amount of meth moved from SEQ to mining towns by a boilermaker-turned drug kingpin can be revealed. INTERACTIVE MAP.
‘He had me at hello’: Kay McGrath farewells beloved fiancé after overseas tragedy
Hundreds of mourners have gathered in Brisbane to farewell the fiancé of Kay McGrath with the popular TV presenter paying tribute to his “loyalty and free spirit”.
Elderly man on mobility scooter killed after teen driver allegedly ran stop sign
A 17-year-old boy has been taken into custody after a fatal crash south of Brisbane which claimed the life of an elderly man on a mobility scooter.
It’s time to call your bank and whine
No one knows where interest rates are headed so Barefoot Investor’s advice is call your bank and whine until you get a better mortgage deal.
Scoring Qantas rewards seats might be about to get easier
It’s possible to find Qantas rewards seats to Europe during summer as the airline bumps up its reward program.
How to get a better deal at Telstra
Sick of paying through the roof for mobile plans at Telstra? Chief executive Vicki Brady says you can get a better deal. Here are the options.
Top Deals: Save up to $550 on Dyson, KitchenAid
From homewares and technology to beauty products and fashion — there are heaps of bargains up for grabs across a range of popular brands. See the week’s top deals.
GPS First XI Team of the Week after drama aplenty
The GPS First XI round 4 Team of the Week can be revealed after drama aplenty which saw a tie and another two thrilling late results. Story here.
Deception Bay home gutted in early morning blaze
Deception Bay residents were startled this morning after waking to firefighters asking them to leave their homes after a blaze tore through a nearby residence.
AIC First XI cricket: Stallman stars for Saints, young veterans deliver
AIC First XI cricket: A St Laurence’s player produced one of the best all around efforts of the season while young veterans Finn Thallon (Villanova) and Joey Laner (Ashgrove) delivered in spades. More here.
Qld junior reps: Bears and Norths in thrillers, Tweed’s clean sweep
How did your club go in the Meninga Cup, Connell and Harvey Norman U17 and U19 league round 2 matches? All the highlights, including a stunning matchwinner from a Burleigh winger and a clean sweep of victories from Tweed, covered here.
Regional
Dealer’s ‘shame’ as police bust drug trades
A Mackay drug dealer has told a court of his “shame” after his phone played a key part in bringing down his marijuana trade.
‘Leave it to us’: Police warn against vigilante acts
Community anger is swelling after a spate of break ins and car thefts in the Rockhampton region, prompting a warning from police.
WATCH: Car fire causes traffic chaos on Bruce Hwy
A car has burst into flames on the Bruce Hwy, causing major traffic delays and sparking dramatic scenes caught on camera.
GALLERY: Photos capture Central Qld rep cricket action in Rockhampton
The region’s leading senior and underage cricketers are battling for honours in T20 games at the Rockhampton Cricket Grounds this weekend. Check out the photos.
Man bitten by shark at Moreton Island
A young man has been flown to hospital after being bitten by a shark off Moreton Island.
Dawn Fraser cancels first public appearance since accident
Australian swimming legend Dawn Fraser has cancelled her first public appearance since a health scare following a serious accident.
Principal who won defamation case against parents quits
A controversial Queensland principal has quit after a long leave of absence, revealing her new role in an emotional message to the school community.
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Shark Quiz: Test yourself now
Try your hand at the Chase Australia’s Brydon Coverdale daily quiz challenge.
PM reacts as NZ sees Chinese warship fire ‘live rounds’
PM Anthony Albanese has weighed in after New Zealand spotted a warship firing ‘live rounds’, and Australia called out China for its insufficient warning of a live-fire naval exercise.
Aussies pack Andy Lee’s new pub in New York
Hundreds of Aussie expats turned out to christen a newly opened pub in New York City and share a drink with Andy Lee and Hamish Blake. See photos, video.
Pope Francis now in critical condition
The Vatican has warned that Pope Francis is critically ill in hospital after suffering a medical “crisis”.
‘Blatant violation’: Israel delays release of 600 prisoners
Hamas has criticised Israel for stalling on the release of the Palestinian prisoners, after the final six living Israeli hostages were freed. See the photos, video.
Has Virgin stolen the Qantas crown?
After playing second fiddle for so long, Virgin Australia has claimed two key victories over Qantas this week. So is the smaller airline now the bigger success story? HAVE YOUR SAY
Mt Isa seeks $2bn government investment lifeline
If the Federal Government is handing out bailouts, Mt Isa has put it hands up, calling for a $2bn investment fund to revive the struggling outback Queensland city.
Top Gupta director Patel quits InfraBuild board
A trusted lieutenant of Sanjeev Gupta has quit the board of steel products company InfraBuild, as the British industrial magnate reels from losing control of Whyalla.
Single homebuyers pushed out of Brisbane property market
Solo homebuyers have been all but priced out of the Brisbane property market with new analysis revealing just one suburb where a single average wage-earner can afford to buy.
Buyers hot for the beachfront
Eight luxury residences in an $80m Gold Coast project have sold during a four-week pre-launch campaign. THE DETAILS
Darwin a haven for single homebuyers
Lonely heart homebuyers should look to the Top End to fulfil their residential fantasies with new research showing solo property shoppers have been all but priced out of every capital city market apart from Darwin.
‘All the best ideas and thoughts have been included in this house’
‘Azure’ is the private residence of Homes by CMA founder and 2024 Brisbane Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Chris Baptista, and boasts a raft of high-end inclusions. TAKE A TOUR
Mother of Dave Grohl’s love child revealed
A tattooed rock ‘n’ roll fan, who is 18 years younger than Dave Grohl, has confirmed she’s the mother of the rocker’s secret love child.
Taylor Swift’s link to doomed film uncovered
The pop star’s link to Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s movie has deepened, with unearthed interviews revealing she was much more involved than first thought.
Erin Molan’s unexpected new career move
The Australian TV host has announced she’s taken on a new position after billionaire Elon Musk put a call-out on social media.
Hadley reveals devastating personal news
The radio stalwart has revealed his shock private family battle over the past two months, saying the news was “like a bolt out of the blue”.
NRL Vegas confidential: Raiders thrown second curveball in 24 hours
Canberra’s US jaunt took a turn when players had to share a training field with an under-12s girl’s flag team. Plus, Cronulla have received VIP treatment at an exclusive LA restaurant and the Warriors arrived in Vegas in style. WATCH THE VIDEOS
How Langer ultimatum launched Australia’s next Ashes superstar
Honesty session readies Matildas for US clash
Kobe’s plea to Madge: Sign me up long-term
Early Mail: Foran injury leaves Titans at sixes and sevens
Waters perfects pole trifecta at opening Supercars weekend
Supercars’ qualifying king Cam Waters has notched up a third straight pole position in Sydney as he looks towards an opening round clean sweep.
Coaches survey: Walsh trumped for NRL’s most prized U23s star
News Corp’s annual coaches survey threw up a major surprise with the NRL’s leading mentors crowning an unexpected name as the league’s most prized player under 23, edging out Broncos superstar Reece Walsh.
2025 coaches survey: Cleary clearly the best in the game
A landslide winner as the best player in the game in News Corp’s annual survey of NRL coaches, Nathan Cleary has opened up on how he fuels the burning desire to get better.
Operation Vegas: The jaw-dropping numbers behind the NRL in the US
What does it take to bring rugby league to Las Vegas? Well 22 tonnes of equipment, 9000 meals, 350 match balls, 68 field training sessions, 72 motors … and an incredible number of hot dogs is a good start.
Rabbitohs rocked as star recruit rubbed out of round one
Lewis Dodd’s NRL initiation has gone from bad to worse with the South Sydney recruit hit with a ban set to rub him out of the club’s season opener.
Ponting urges patience as Konstas discovers Test identity
Cricket legend Ricky Ponting has revealed the step Sam Konstas must take to cement his place in Test cricket, but is backing the young star’s selection for the World Test Championship final.
Ottolenghi’s double lemon chicken is bright, bold, and anything but basic
Why can’t we stop obsessing over bakeries right now?
Straight from the oven to adoring fans, baked goods are hot property in the food world right now, with cult bakeries bucking industry trends to open second, and third, outposts.
35 traybakes for when you don’t feel like washing up
Make life – and dinner – easier with these traybake recipes that throw all your ingredients together in the one pan. From classics like lasagne and moussaka to chicken, sausage and salmon creations, these are the one-pan dinners that will save your night.
Rape charge, sex tape, drunk on patrol: Qld surf lifesaving scandals
Elderly man accused of attempted child rape granted bail, again
An elderly man accused of attempting to rape a young girl in a toilet block was dragged back into custody to face court after another alleged victim came forward.
One trapped, vehicle on train lines in Bruce Hwy three-car crash
Emergency crews have rushed to free a person after they became trapped in a three-vehicle crash that blocked the Bruce Hwy, with one car coming to rest on a train line.
Maestro’s guide to Europe’s best destinations
Best things to do in the home of Prosecco
We’ve all ordered a glass of bubbles, but how often have you stopped to consider where that bottle came from? This traveller visited the home of Prosecco, in northeastern Italy, to find out.
Why Matt Preston ditched his honeymoon flight
Some people travel to view famous monuments, but for others oysters are the main attraction – and, in Matt Preston’s opinion – they’re absolutely worth altering travel plans for.
Billie Eilish Brisbane concert in photos
In pictures: Billie Eilish rocks Brisbane
Fans of all ages were in their concert best for music megastar Billie Eilish’s first Queensland show on Tuesday night.
In photos: AEW Grand Slam Australia
The Brisbane Entertainment Centre played host to the All Elite Wrestling Grand Slam Australia event on Saturday. Check out the photos.
Doctor behind bars over fatal crash
Doctor behind bars over fatal crash
An obstetrician who allegedly killed a woman and injured an Uber driver in a high-speed drunken crash is behind bars after being released by hospital.
The ‘hero’ to save European cars
This lavishly equipped Euro family car shapes up as a surprisingly affordable alternative to rival SUVs.
X-rated discovery on Google street view
I found a Japanese island better than Bali
With pristine beaches, a tropical climate, incredible Japanese food and a currency where the Aussie dollar goes a long way, there’s a lot to like about this island paradise.
Secret Aussie town better than Byron Bay
Forget Byron Bay: Aussies have fallen madly in love with a brand new town, in an unlikely part of the country.
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