‘Miss Purr’ not at work after widespread backlash
A teacher who referred to themselves as a cat, asked students to call them “Miss Purr”, hissed and licked the back of their hands is no longer working after widespread condemnation.
Push for Albo to protect Aussies from Trump tariffs
Anthony Albanese is under pressure to protect Australia from a 25 per cent tax on all steel and aluminium imports being proposed by US President Donald Trump. See what it means.
DCE makes call on NRL, Origin future as rivals circle
Queensland Maroons and Manly Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans has made a call on his State of Origin future, and revealed he has spoken with rival clubs about playing on in 2026.
Hottest holiday deals of 2025 you need to book now
Byron Bay to Japan, Bali and Tasmania. There are cheap holiday deals on offer this year but you need to know when and how to book to maximise the savings.
How secret audio recordings crumbled a Brisbane cocaine ring
Listening devices hidden in the headquarters of a money-laundering syndicate has led to the demise of a cocaine trafficker, who boasted “how good business was” and that they “were making lots of money”.
Don’t fear Olympic cost, London’s Lord Mayor tells Brisbane
London’s Lord Mayor says good planning can create long-term outcomes for Brisbane which would not have been possible without the upcoming Games.
Visual timeline unpacks week of hell for flood-ravaged tiny town
In the dead of night, as most of Ingham slept, a torrent descended. Nothing will ever be the same again. This is the untold story of how the North Qld spirit conquered unimaginable tragedy and heartbreak.
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Qld NRL clubs to hold historic junior ‘Super League’ tournament
The NRL and QRL are set to rubber-stamp a historic mini-Super League style tournament between elite junior talent from the Broncos, Dolphins, Cowboys and Titans in preparation for the National Youth Competition.
Halftime show becomes public humiliation
Drake’s rap foe Kendrick Lamar had an ace up his sleeve, turning his Super Bowl show into a brutal escalation of their ongoing feud.
‘Why the f**k am I doing this?’: Susie O’Neill on ‘brutal’ reality TV move
Olympic swimmer and former radio star Susie O’Neill has swapped her swimwear for leotards, as she prepares to venture into reality TV.
Gold Coast bikie suspect arrested after alleged extortion and assault
An alleged Mongols bikie gang member has been charged with extorting, stalking and assaulting a Gold Coast man over a period of months. WATCH THE VIDEO
50 cent fares here to stay in huge win for Queenslanders
Queensland’s 50 cent fares are set to become permanent in a massive move by the LNP.
Super Bowl has officially passed the Melbourne Cup in Aus
From the Rabbitohs to the pinnacle of American sport. Jordan Mailata cemented himself in Aussie sporting history, but his legacy may be greater than a Super Bowl win, writes Robert Craddock.
Australia is waking up to the woke and I absolutely love it
People have finally had enough of the self-loathing from our inner-city elites and the usual whingers campaigning to “change the date”, writes Matt Canavan.
Blue steel: Australia gets a ticket to Trump’s trade war
The promise of sweeping steep steel tariffs is set to deliver the first big test for Anthony Albanese’s relationship with the White House in the Trump 2.0 era.
‘Serious public health matter’: Controversial homeless camp to be wiped out
Residents camping surrounded by human waste and drug paraphernalia at a Moreton Bay beauty spot have been given seven days to vacate before it is shut down by Council over public health fears.
League star in induced coma after rural Queensland car crash
A 20-year-old Queensland rugby league star is fighting for life after a car crash left him with severe head and chest injuries. Here’s how you can support him and his family.
Truck crash causes huge highway delays
Drivers have faced significant delays after a truck rolled on the Warrego Highway.
A-lister’s surprise Super Bowl cameo; Taylor looks stressed
One of Hollywood’s biggest names has appeared in the Super Bowl halftime show, amid a huge Travis Kelce rumour after he was spotted crying. See the video.
Star knocks back shock Queen’s Wharf lifeline
The embattled Star Entertainment Group has made a shock decision on an offer from its partners to buy out its Queen’s Wharf casino precinct. Read what they said
Trump hits key Aussie exports with 25 per cent tariff
Donald Trump has announced sweeping new 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, and Australia is not exempted.
Super Bowl rout: Dominant Eagles end Chiefs’ NFL stranglehold
Kansas City’s quest for NFL history has been ended, dismantled by a ruthless Philadelphia Eagles outfit, who claimed the second Super Bowl in their franchise’s history.
‘Greedy’: Aussies fuming over new beer slug
Australia’s independent consumer watchdog has made a “pre-emptive strike” amid the escalating stoush over the nation’s beer tax which brewers say is an “unfair” burden on the sector.
Urgent warning as renters, buyers scammed
Real estate scams are leaving homebuyers without a deposit and renters without a home, but there are ways to keep your money safe. Find out how to spot the red flags.
Shock regions for 2025 home price growth
Home prices are falling across the country, but these promising regions are bucking the trend with strong growth
Are financial advisers worth the money?
Financial advisers are a steady hand when markets wobble. But do they deliver on the returns front? New data shows that it depends on a few key things.
Elderly landlord battles council over cutting down dangerous tree
An 85-year-old woman claims Brisbane City Council’s refusal to allow the removal of a dangerous 35m tree on her rental property is financially crippling her.
AIC First XVIII Players of the Day from round 1
AIC First XVIII Players of the Day after the schoolboy footy competition roared to life with round 1 action.
Ex-Heat star takes a big bash at Aussie Idol infamy
A former Brisbane Heat Big Bash league cricketer is trading cricket balls for country ballads, stepping onto the Australian Idol stage in pursuit of a music career.
Price hikes for SunWater clients amid budget blowout, staff surge
Irrigators face significant water price hikes after the competition watchdog handed down its final report into SunWater, slashing its budget amid industry frustration the water distributer was continuing to hire staff despite rising expenses.
Regional
Man killed, truck explodes into flames in Bruce Hwy horror
Shocking photos have revealed the damage to a car and truck involved in a horror collision on the Bruce Highway which resulted in the death of a man. NEW PHOTOS, VIDEO
WATCH: Vile road rage incident caught on camera
Shocking footage of a vile act has surfaced online of a man getting out of his car in the middle of traffic to bash another driver in a wild road rage incident on the Sunshine Coast. VIDEO.
Massive drug bust: Men arrested, 1750 cannabis plants seized
Detectives have charged two people and destroyed a large cannabis crop on a farm near Bundaberg as part of ongoing investigations into a national drug syndicate. SEE THE VIDEO
‘Sick to my stomach’: Thieves drove four-tonne ‘weapon’ ‘140 km/hr’ in suburbs
The owner of a black Dodge Ram whose vehicle was stolen with his laptop and up to $15k worth of tools inside, says the community has had a ‘gutful’ of car thefts.
‘Just insane’: People of Ingham on living their worst nightmare
We’ve all seen the photos and jaw-dropping footage. But the people of Ingham watched the harrowing scenes unfold first-hand as an “insane” torrent of water swept through their homes and town. These are their stories.
Doctors warned of ‘hallucinations’ in AI medical tool
Australian doctors are being warned about using artificial intelligence software to record clinical notes during patient consultations after dangerous errors have been reported.
Child taken to hospital after being struck by car
A child has been taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Brisbane’s north on Sunday.
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Shark Quiz: Test yourself now
Try your hand at the Chase Australia’s Brydon Coverdale daily quiz challenge.
‘Tragedy’: DV crisis remains high for group of Aussie women
Despite the number of Australian women killed by an intimate partner declining last year, the crisis remains acute for one group.
Aussies warned of Valentine’s Day scams
Aussies looking for love are being warned to stay vigilant this Valentine’s Day after one state lost $8.9m to “romance scams”.
Trump’s Super Bowl entourage missing key person
Donald Trump has become the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl at Caesars Superdome, where he was joined by family and friends. But an important person was missing.
New pics of doomed DC plane’s wreckage released
All “major pieces” from the deadly midair crash between an American Airlines plane and a Black Hawk helicopter have been recovered as an investigation into the tragedy continues.
WiseTech reveals new complaints against Richard White
The tech titan says it is yet to finalise a new contract with founder and former chief executive Richard White, as fresh complaints from women who worked for WiseTech are revealed.
‘No free kick’: JB Hi-Fi boss not relying on a rate cut
Terry Smart says an interest rate cut as early as next week ’can only be good’ for shoppers, retailers and the economy, but JB Hi-Fi remains focused on value for customers.
Star execs ‘incurious’ about brazen money laundering risks, court told
Executives at Star Entertainment were “incurious and complacent” about money laundering risks including bags of cash secretly delivered to a private gaming salon, a court has been told.
How one call could wipe 8 years off your mortgage
Locked into a mortgage with no end in sight? This simple hack could wipe almost a decade off your loan.
150 suburbs where home values have doubled
If you bought a home in one of these suburbs five years ago, you’ll be laughing all the way to the bank.
Social media storm around Gold Coast suburb
These Gold Coast homes have set social media abuzz because of one feature.
‘People have fixed worse’: Shock price paid for junk yard home
In a sign of the times, a junk-laden, derelict home has sold for a staggering price to a buyer for whom it’s cheaper to renovate than buy a move-in ready home.
Huge pop star scolded by police mid-show
Ed Sheeran found himself in hot water with police in India who approached him before angrily unplugging his microphone.
Humiliating blow for MAFS wife in G-string
In vulnerable, near-nude scenes, a MAFS wife strips down and makes one demand of her husband. He refuses. James Weir recaps.
MAFS scene too brutal for television
A TV insider has claimed that some seriously spicy scenes were left on the cutting room floor of last night’s dramatic episode of MAFS.
Bieber fuels rumours of impending divorce
Hailey Bieber has fuelled rumours she and Justin are heading for a divorce following months of speculation.
Player poll video: NRL stars reveal biggest threat to Panthers dynasty
The NRL’s biggest stars have revealed their biggest threat to the premiership in 2025, while the four Las Vegas-bound representatives selected the teammate most likely to go missing in Sin City. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Wildcats superstar one step closer to Gaze after another MVP gong
‘Will be a squeeze’: Labuschagne on notice after torrid run
Bankstown boy Mailata’s story perfect for a Hollywood movie
NRL teams: Cleary’s telling hint in battle of McLean brothers
Head’s cheeky dig at former Aussie opener over pre-tour jab
Travis Head has taken a cheeky shot at Ed Cowan over comments the former Test opener made about Australia’s preparation for the tour of Sri Lanka.
Early Mail: Cowboys halfback race still wide open, Souths star to miss trials
Cowboys skipper Tom Dearden has declared the North Queensland halves race is still wide open, while a Rabbitohs star is set to miss their pre-season trials.
AFL salaries sky rocket with 25 million-dollar men named
The number of millionaires in the AFL has surged with more superstars than ever taking home seven-figure salaries last season – see the full breakdown here.
Trials analysis: Baby Broncos give clue to 2025 premiership success
They may have been missing their stars but Brisbane’s first trial match showed fans why they are ready to return as a long-term premiership force. Here are our major takeaways from the first week of trials as round 1 looms closer.
Matty Johns reveals bombshell coaching approach from NRL club
Matty Johns’ squillion-dollar TV contract at Fox Sports expires at the end of the footy season. And it just happens to coincide with one NRL club reaching out to gauge his interest in becoming a head coach.
‘Bigger and better things’: Demon’s huge rise
Alex de Minaur has jumped above some tennis royalty in the world rankings despite going down in the final in Rotterdam.
Matt Preston’s secret to the ultimate schnitzel
10 cheap, cheerful & delicious places to eat in Phuket
As a tourist hub, Phuket isn’t a destination traditionally synonymous with foodie wonders. But among the smorgasbord of resorts and major hotels that scatter this town and its surrounds, you’ll find a mingling of eateries, restaurants and street food stars worth your while.
Say ‘cheers!’ to the weekend with these 49 cocktails
Because Champagne alone isn’t going to cut it.
Chef attacks three neighbours in drunken ‘water fight’
Moment man surrenders after four day manhunt
Police have released haunting footage of a man who was charged with attempted murder, surrendering himself to officers after a four day long manhunt.
‘Crushing blow’: Entire harvest taken in dead-of-night oyster heist
An entire harvest of oysters, valued at $12,000, has been stolen from a southeast Queensland oyster farmer in what was described as a “well-coordinated heist” amid fears for restaurant supplies.
Everything you need to know about nicotine pouches
Dear Melissa: My husband visits brothels and blames me for it
A distraught wife is seeking guidance after learning her husband has visited a brothel 20 times in the last 12 months, adding that he blames her for his extramarital activities.
The scary reason you should never brush your teeth after oral sex
Experts warn against it
IN PHOTOS: Tragic toll of NQ floods as clean-up begins
Photos: Tears as mourners gather on Bribie Island
There were tears, hugs and a fence lined with flowers and candles as hundreds gathered at a vigil for Bribie Island shark attack victim Charlize Zmuda.
Photos: Lunar New Year in the Valley
Did you join in the festivities for Lunar New Year at Fortitude Valley? Check out our photos to see if you were spotted.
Why ‘dragon teeth’ are appearing on roads
Why social trolls are wrong about this car
Haters on social media were quick to hone in on and attack one attribute of BMW’s new car. This why they are wrong.
Nissan’s big claim: We’re ‘here to stay’
Nissan Australia claims it is “here to stay”, but it has some industry experts raising their eyebrows.
‘Unspoken’ Aussie rule tourists need to know
‘Aussie Maldives’ 3h from Sydney
This babe of a bay has blinding white sand, shallow emerald waters and friendly rays you can swim with. No wonder tourists are calling it the Maldives of Australia.
Controversial change to famous Bali beach
A contentious change to a world-famous Bali beach has Aussie tourists up in arms. But some say it’s all our own fault so we have no right to complain…
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