Chilling new details in mystery disappearance of Qld teen
Police have made an alarming admission about the final movements of a 17-year-old Queensland girl before she vanished in suspicious circumstances.
What is the timeline? What have family said? Everything we know about Pheobe’s disappearance
The search continues for missing Bundaberg teen Pheobe Bishop – this is everything we know so far.
Doomed pilot’s lifesaving act seconds before Taipan tragedy
A catastrophic Army helicopter crash that killed four men could have claimed more lives if not for the evasive action of one pilot, an investigation has found.
Murder-accused told brother he ‘accidentally’ shot Ipswich dad
A man accused of murdering an Ipswich dad told his brother the father was dead and he thought he’d ‘accidentally shot him’, a court has heard.
‘Twice as bad’: Why SEQ traffic choas is getting worse
Horror delays on almost every major road in the southeast have refused to go away this year despite 50 cent fares, road upgrades and work-from-home.
‘Lacking team spirit’: Alfie and Cam lash Broncos playing group
Alfie Langer and Cam Smith have unleashed a rare attack on the Broncos roster, saying the public criticism of the coach is masking the real problem and that the solution lies with the players themselves.
Brooki vs Nagi: Stunning fallout no one ever saw coming
The plagiarism battle between two of Australia’s most well-known cooks blew up like metal in a microwave, but no one could have predicted what was to come next.
Grace Hayden: Life, love and my cricketing dad
She comes from cricketing royalty but Grace Hayden these days has her own runs on the board.
WATCH: Cranky cop loses cool over disobedient driver
A Sunshine Coast police officer has been filmed flinging a piece of equipment at a car that failed to stop when requested.
Career criminal jailed again after ‘unprovoked’ 7-Eleven shooting
A serial offender has been sentenced to more time behind bars after the ‘point blank’ shooting of an intellectually disabled man in inner-Brisbane.
Watch: Dramatic rescues from raging floodwaters
Dramatic footage shows the moments residents were winched to safety from record-breaking floodwaters on the state’s Mid-North Coast. Watch it here.
Teen sensations: Your NRL club’s next star of the future
Meet the next generation of rugby league stars. Our experts have scoured the land to discover the players set to make their way on to the NRL stage for every club.
New data reveals cold sore virus may have link to Alzheimer’s
A new study has found the virus responsible for the common cold sore may have a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
Popular Aussie influencer diagnosed with inoperable tumour
When SA influencer Hayley Berlingeri returned home from a girls trip in Bali she was given life-changing news.
Gen Zs love this wellness trend. Is it actually good for you?
‘Contrast therapy’ is booming, but is it good for your health? This is what you need to know.
TV star: My mum had dementia. This scares me to think about
Home and Away actor Jessica Redmayne’s beautiful mum, Tina, died with early onset dementia nine years after her diagnosis. She now faces this worry of her own.
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Exposed: Qld rideshare drivers on the wrong side of the law
Rideshare drivers are meant to get us from A to B but, as these cases prove, there is a small minority who give them a bad name. SEE THE LIST
TV snub escalates Coalition split fallout, as Littleproud doubles down
David Littleproud has stood by the bombshell decision to split with the Liberals, while a Nationals senator has been snubbed live on TV.
‘There is no cut’: Leaked email sends parliament into frenzy
The Crisafulli government copped a grilling in parliament over a leaked email debacle, but the Health Minister has dismissed it all as “innuendo and claims”.
Buzz: Reece Walsh punch video a TKO loss for Broncos
As far as rugby league scandals go, the Reece Walsh punch video is hardly the crime of the century. But, as PHIL ROTHFIELD explains, the timing of the incident is worth a 20-year sentence.
Elite GC school’s shock admission on ‘rape list’
A court has been told a stunning admission from an elite Gold Coast School about the creation of a “rape list”.
Westpac job cuts: Union ‘blind-sided’ by reports 1500 face axe
The Finance Sector Union says it was blindsided by Westpac’s plans to slash hundreds of jobs – the same year it posted a $7bn profit – calling on its boss to immediately shelve his cost cutting plans.
‘Bloody rabble’: Readers have say on historic post-election LNP split
Fallout from the historic LNP coalition split in the wake of the parties’ epic federal election failure has divided readers, leaving them split on whether it is a boon or a ‘political desert’. VOTE IN THE POLL
Bolt: Ley could be about to make her second big mistake
The Nationals may have actually done Liberal Leader Sussan Ley a favour by walking out of the Coalition, but if she doesn’t have the courage to seize it she’ll make this disaster even worse.
Paramedic feared for own safety at scene of alleged stabbing frenzy
Paramedics attending the alleged stabbing murder of a man by his partner’s 16-year-old child have told a Brisbane court resuscitation was not an option when they arrived.
High-level health bureaucrat leaked plans to cut $3m sex ed program
A high level bureaucrat within the Health Department is to blame for sending emails advising a $3m sex education program had been cut, the government says.
‘I went too far’: Walsh breaks silence over viral video
Brisbane superstar Reece Walsh has opened up over the video he posted to social media which shows him punching another man to the ground as the club CEO vowed to deal with the incident.
Just two cops: Crack youth crime taskforce to be scaled back
A crack police taskforce meant to tackle the state’s youth crime crisis has just two police officers and is struggling to employ staff.
Aussie activewear brand collapses amid $13m debt pile
A popular athleisure brand, known for its bold, bright and inclusive gym clothes, has gone bust owing over $13m to creditors, leaving administrators scrambling to secure a buyer.
‘Devastatingly lonely’: Family’s agony after speeding driver kills nurse
The heartbroken husband of a nurse and mother, killed by a speeding stolen car driver, has spoken about his daily tears and the moment he was faced with her “broken body”. *Distressing.
‘Lube, baby oil’: ‘The Punisher’ takes stand at Diddy trial
A witness known as “The Punisher” has testified about the “freak-offs” at the centre of the Sean “Diddy” Combs sex-trafficking trial. Follow updates.
Top Deals: Up to $4k off big brands
From fashion and beauty to technology and homewares, there are great deals on offer across big brands including Myer, The Good Guys, KitchenAid and Samsung. See this week’s top deals.
Aussies warned over costly bank ‘blind spot’
Most Aussies don’t know this about their money – and the silent banking trap could be costing them a hefty sum in lost earnings.
$999 return flights: Qantas drops US, Canada deals
Qantas is offering hundreds of thousands of discounted seats across flights to six popular holiday destinations, as Australia’s airline price wars heat up. See the full list of deals.
How much a rate cut will save you
A highly anticipated interest rate cut will slash $1200 a year off the average Australian household’s mortgage repayments. READ the full list of savings.
Huge chunk of Brisbane in line for higher density to ‘fix’ affordability
Brisbane residents living in a huge chunk of the city could face taller building heights, higher density, changes to lot sizes and to minimum carparking rules. SEE WHAT’S COMING
SEQ council ends stand-off over massive housing estate
A bayside council has decided to help plan a massive housing estate at southern Thornlands, despite losing final control to the state government under special planning powers.
TAS First XV rugby’s Rd 3 players of the week named
The TAS First XV rugby’s round 3 best included a Ormiston star centre, the St Columban’s flyhalf turned fullback and tireless St Paul’s backrowers. More here.
Ex-Straddie park ranger banned from island loses bid to return
A former North Stradbroke Island ranger has failed to overturn a bail condition banning him from the island as he faces serious charges.
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‘Happy, bright, dancing’: Little girl’s final gift saves multiple lives
Friends and family of a four-year-old who died in a tragic accident have revealed how the happy and bright little girl saved multiple lives.
‘Completely crushed’: Couple dealt double blow with horror roof fall
A Qld couple has copped a devastating hit after the breadwinner shattered both ankles in a horror work injury — just months after his partner lost most of her vision.
Motorcyclist dies after serious hinterland crash
The 21-year-old from Brisbane was given CPR after the crash in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, but tragically died at the scene.
‘My beloved, the love of my life, asked me to stop her pain’: Husband attempts to kill wife
A husband used a hunting knife and hammer to try to kill his wife because she asked him to, a court has heard. Warning: Distressing content.
Alfred’s shock stats spark push for new buy back scheme
A voluntary home buy back program is among the recommendations of a review into Cyclone Alfred, with the report revealing just how many properties previously bought out would have flooded again.
‘Qld spirit at the core’: Top Games officials tour SEQ Olympic sites
Queensland has turned it on for top 2032 Games officials as they visited the river city at sunset to see the famous Brisbane sign following their first day of in-country meetings.
Dramatic arrest of alleged serial thief after $150k loot uncovered
An alleged serial thief was taken down by police in a dramatic arrest before being charged with 40 offences relating to power tools, bikes, and animals found in a storage shed.
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Shark Quiz: Test yourself now
Try your hand at the Chase Australia’s Brydon Coverdale daily quiz challenge.
Desperate VRC raids Everest rival race for Melb Cup prize money
Victoria Racing Club is seeking to strip money from a race set up to rival Sydney’s Everest to pay for the Melbourne Cup because of a cash crisis.
Labor defends nuclear ‘scare campaign’
Labor’s election mastermind is confident ads warning voters Peter Dutton would cut health services to pay for nuclear would “sail through” any truth in political advertising test.
Kate and Will make Time list as Harry, Meg snubbed
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have failed to make the cut on an influential list of the world’s top do-gooders, while Prince William and Princess Catherine earned a prominent spot.
Ex-staff accuse Lively of ‘insane, toxic’ workplace
Six former staffers have broken their silence, accusing Blake Lively of fostering a ‘toxic’ and ‘chaotic’ workplace — further damaging her image amid the Baldoni drama.
High term deposit rate days are numbered
Reserve Bank interest rate cuts are denting the incomes of savers, but there are ways to minimise the losses. Here’s how to invest cash and what a decent term deposit rate looks like now.
Dairy firm directors face grilling on $72m collapse
Directors of failed dairy firm Beston Global Food will face the music in court, with liquidators pushing ahead with a public examination into its $72m collapse.
Listed: Lenders yet to commit to interest rate cut
At least eight lenders are yet to pass on this week’s interest rate cut to their customers – but one who was lambasted for not passing on the February cut has acted swiftly. See the list of which lenders have passed on the cut
NRL Origin star signs new deal
NRL Melbourne Storm skipper Harry Grant, named in next week’s State of Origin team list, has two reasons to celebrate after signing off on his next big deal.
Inside $15m restoration of renowned Brisbane hotel
A beloved inner-Brisbane hotel has emerged from a massive $15m year-long renovation. Take a first look inside.
Shock as 65k Airbnb rentals banned
A massive 65,000 homes are among the first to be banned from short-term tourism rentals after Airbnb lost a court case in a massive hit.
NBA Hall of Famer Andrew Bogut courts $8m for copper stronghold
Basketball great Andrew Bogut, the latest Aussie inducted into the sport’s Hall of Fame, has listed his striking oceanview mansion known as Copper House.
‘Not much longer’: Hero doc’s sad confession
Professor Richard Scolyer became emotional as he shared a difficult confession about his cancer with Carrie Bickmore.
Blake accused of being ‘insane, toxic’ boss
Six staff at Blake Lively’s former lifestyle company have made some shocking accusations about the Simple Favour star’s behaviour.
Censori naked under loincloth in new pic
Kanye West’s wife Bianca Censori takes the pantless trend to a cheeky new level as she rocks a black loincloth in raunchy new Instagram photo.
Fans turn on Bieber over his apology to wife
Justin Bieber has issued a grovelling public apology to his wife Hailey – but some shocked fans think it should’ve stayed in his drafts.
Spirit of Carl Webb inspiring Maroon’s dream Origin debut
Queensland debutant Beau Fermor has revealed the four words that stopped him in his tracks as his dream of emulating fellow Dalby product, the late Carl Webb, in the Origin arena becomes a reality.
Titmus commits to LA 2028 – with a get out clause
Ponga’s No.1 mission: Plan to keep Maroons jersey from Walsh
‘Just the beginning’: Paro sets sights on world title return
Blues star racing Origin clock after failing to train, Latrell tees off
Late Mail: Garner officially out after concussion confusion
Luke Garner is out of Penrith’s clash against the Knights following team list confusion, while the Bulldogs continue to be frustrated by Origin selection rules.
Shinn in emotional history-making Doomben Cup mission
Blake Shinn can nab a record-breaking fourth Doomben Cup as he rides Queensland star Antino in a Group 1 race which is always full of emotion for the champion jockey.
Hear her voice: Super Netballers make stand on domestic violence
The Super Netball playing cohort is using its collective voice to call for an end to violence against women and families in an important campaign.
$38m units and $15k jeans: F1 stars’ obscene wealth revealed
If you want to live like a Formula 1 star, you’re going to need to have deep pockets or a winning Lotto ticket. We take you inside the lives of F1 stars in the glamorous principality of Monaco.
Baby-faced assassins: Meet the new Green-Mundine
The most spiteful rivalry in Australian boxing history is set to be revived nearly 20 years after the first Danny Green-Anthony Mundine fight – with their superstar sons reigniting the feud.
Career-killing cocktail that almost ended Munster’s Maroons ride
Maroons five-eighth Cameron Munster has always lived life hard, but a combination of alcohol and fast food had him fearing his State of Origin career was over.
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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.
Give in to your cravings with these 35 chocolate cake recipes
Go on, treat yourself to one of these incredible chocolate cake recipes.
‘Sandwich’ scandal: Calls for stand down over sexist slur
Shots fired in alleged violent home invasion that locked down suburb
A man allegedly involved in a home invasion, that shut down an Ipswich suburb – during which the victim was shot at while attempting to flee – has been denied bail.
Teen accused of giving girls drugs, causing possible seizure
Police claim three girls were taken to hospital after being supplied narcotics by a former 18-year-old concreter.
Why are grown adults obsessed with Labubus? An investigation
This silent deficiency is leaving women fatigued and misdiagnosed
It’s easy to dismiss as exhaustion
A world-first endometriosis research centre is opening in Sydney
Much anticipated, and long overdue
Thousands head to the Doomben races
Brisbane mums celebrate Mother’s Day in style
On Sunday families came together from far and wide to celebrate the mums in their lives, including at two beautiful functions at The Emporium and Newstead House.
60+ pictures: Gracie Abrams entertains Brisbane fans
Grace Abrams fans flocked to the Brisbane Entertainment Centre on Wednesday night as she brought The Secret of Us tour to Queensland.
First look: Car ready to take over Australia
Honda makes huge call after Nissan failure
Global carmaker Honda has announced big changes following failed plans to merge with Nissan as the company scrambles to pull itself together.
‘Elon’s push’: Tesla unveils huge Aus move
Australia may never be the same after Elon Musk’s Tesla took a massive leap forward with experimentation on our roads.
My nightmare experience in Paris
‘Standing-only’ plane seats slated for 2026
Is it a revolutionary breakthrough for the aviation industry, or a sign of the end times? The answer to that question may depend on which side of the aisle you’re on.
Hilarious Aussie road sign goes viral
‘Only in Australia’: this side-splitting road sign has hit the Internet for six, and it’s an absolute winner.
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