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The King’s return? Warner’s shock call on Test SOS
Dave Warner has sensationally declared his status should selectors send an SOS to the former Test opener for the upcoming series against India. Find out what he said, here.
Watch: The top 5 moments that mattered in final leaders’ debate
From abortion to crime, daylight saving and developer donations to DV, these are the top five pivotal moments in the final leaders’ debate. SEE VIDEO
‘Mental torture’: Dozens of Qld university jobs on the line
Dozens of jobs could be cut at a major Brisbane university following shock revelations that roles in UniSQ and JCU will be slashed in cost-cutting measures.
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Crisafulli: We want to empower the public service, not disembowel
David Crisafulli says he ruled out mass public service redundancies under an LNP government as far back as 18 months ago and says he instead wants to “empower’’ public servants.
Road to civil war: Internal Labor brawl erupts on eve of election
A Labor minister has sparked a war with his fellow party MP in a neighbouring electorate over a divisive road project saying “it’s time to stop the lies”, just days before Qld votes.
Vote now: Which reader question should be put to the leaders?
Steven Miles and David Crisafulli are being put under the pump by Courier-Mail subscribers this election. Now it’s time for you to have your say on which question is asked.
Labor, LNP youth crime policies compared
Queensland’s major parties are offering terrible, or too few, solutions to youth crime, stakeholders say. COMPARE THE PLANS
News Shorts
Miles and Crisafulli argue about abortion laws
Crisafulli responds to reader question on public service redundancies
Miles answers reader question on public service redundancies
Crowds flock to Opera House for King and Queen’s final tour stop
Charles and Camilla flip snags at Parramatta BBQ
Cameron Dick meets cardboard cut-out Jarrod Bleijie
Old Queenslander fully engulfed in flames
Yahya Sinwar’s Wife Seen with $32,000 Birkin Bag While Going Into Hiding
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Katter’s bombshell abortion backflip amid election firestorm
Katter’s Australian Party leader Robbie Katter has sensationally backtracked on his vow to repeal abortion laws, a pledge that sparked a political firestorm.
How axed sports reacted to Games oblivion
Confirmation of how the trimmed-down 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow will look has provided clarity to those eyeing Glasgow in less than two years – but dashed the dreams of thousands of athletes. Here’s what they said.
Plans for $100m luxury South Bank hotel tower
South Bank could have a new $100m five-star hotel by 2027 after plans submitted to Brisbane City Council last week noted a looming undersupply of luxury hotel rooms.
‘Bad tax’: Big call on stamp duty
The federal housing minister is signalling a major change that could affect millions of property owners.
‘Genocidal’: Thorpe clashes with British TV host
Controversial senator Lidia Thorpe has butted heads with British Sky News host Kay Burley over her shocking outburst against King Charles. Watch video.
Platypus’ rare encounter with python caught on camera
A platypus in a creek north of Brisbane has had a rare and unfortunate encounter with a hungry carpet python, and the entire thing was caught on film by a photographer out taking a walk in the country.VIDEO, PHOTOS
‘Anything goes’: Battlelines drawn over ‘backward’ abortion ploy
Katter’s Australian Party leader Robbie Katter has backtracked on his vow to repeal abortion laws – but Queenslanders say they have already had enough of the games. HAVE YOUR SAY
If you want to save democracy, then God save the King
A constitutional monarchy such as ours is ideally placed to make sure that power ultimately resides with the people, not the powerful, writes Susan Carter.
Experts reveal how to smash year 12 maths exams
The head of mathematics at one of Brisbane’s top academic performing schools has provided insight for year 12 students and parents on how to tackle and nail the QCE maths exam paper.
Protesters gather as leaders prepare for final showdown
Protesters have gathered in Brisbane as Steven Miles and David Crisafulli prepare to face off for the final leaders’ debate at the Sky News/The Courier-Mail People’s Forum.
Missing Aussie found dead overseas
The body of a missing Queensland woman has been found overseas, with local authorities looking to extradite her estranged husband from Australia.
‘Un-Australian’: Shock after inner-city public BBQ left in disgrace
The “disgusting and un-Australian” mess left at an inner-city public park barbecue has been slammed by hundreds of community members. HAVE YOUR SAY
‘I know you’re hurting’: Nine’s news boss addresses staff
The head of Nine’s news and current affairs division has sent an after-hours email acknowledging the pain employees are suffering following reports of bullying, sexual harassment and misconduct.
Human remains found on property west of Gympie
Police are investigating the shock discovery of human remains on a regional Qld property about 100km west of Gympie.
Hospitality giants behind latest restaurant at Queens Wharf
The team behind some of Brisbane’s most recognisable restaurants will this week open their latest venue in the city’s hottest location.
Being rich today is about much more than money
If your total household wealth is close to $600,000, you are richer than around 50 per cent of the population. See how you measure up.
$49 flights: Virgin’s massive million fare sale
Virgin Australia has slashed more than one million airfares for one week only in a network-wide sale, with prices as low as $49. See where you could go.
Woolies, Coles ‘fake’ discounts spread across the entire supermarket
Woolworths and Coles fooled customers into buying everyday groceries by using fake discounts spanning almost every aisle of the supermarket, new court documents reveal.
Home ‘nightmares’ trapping buyers
Buying into these types of homes could see you buying into neighbourly disputes, legal action, structural issues and more. Luckily there are signs to look for that could save you the trouble.
Knitting queen named Qld’s kindest person
Logan’s Pamela Tatt, founder of Knit 4 Charities, has been named Queensland’s finalist in the national search for Australia’s kindest person, organised by retailer Black Pepper.
Ward’s way the only way in Tav’s Lew Cooper Cup round 7
Taverners under 17 cricket’s round 7 reveal: Gold Coast Dolphins all-rounder takes seven wickets, snares a run out and scores half century in a Player of the Round performance. See who else shone from your club here.
Club cricket: Brightest sparks from last round revealed across premier men, women grades
Queensland premier club cricket: Who shone brightest in men’s and women’s first, second and third grade matches last weekend, which included premiership glory for Uni and Norths? All is revealed here.
Driver arrested over double-fatal crash near Brisbane
Four people have died in three separate accidents on southern Queensland roads across Sunday, with a driver arrested over a crash that claimed the lives of two people northwest of Brisbane.
Regional
Luxury hotel $900m economy boost in beachside mecca
A freshly approved luxury The Calile Noosa has been welcomed as a shot in the arm for a ‘plateaued’ economy, with one organisation predicting a more than $900m boost in the beachside hotspot.
Three children, one adult, rushed to hospital after Bruce Hwy crash
Four people, including three children, have been taken to hospital after a collision between two cars on the Bruce Highway just south of Maryborough.
WATCH: Crime scene declared after suspicious Murgon house fire
A suspicious house fire in Murgon has prompted police to declare a crime scene after emergency crews battled flames engulfing an ‘old Queenslander’ home on Watt Street. VIDEO
Getaway driver crashes into house after alleged hinterland robbery
A Sunshine Coast boilermaker has admitted to his role in a violent hinterland robbery before he and his mate allegedly crashed their car into a house during an ill-fated getaway attempt.
CFMEU officials fined for unlawful conduct
Two CFMEU officials have been fined by the Federal Court for unlawful conduct at a Brisbane construction site.
‘Bad for Townsville’: Clock running out on embattled mayor
Steven Miles has questioned whether David Crisafulli will follow through on disciplinary action towards Townsville Mayor Troy Thompson if the LNP are elected this weekend, hinting that the city’s embattled leader could be out the door before Saturday.
‘What a flog’: MAFS star stunned by rider’s crazy M1 moves
A Married At First Sight contestant who has just moved to the Gold Coast has been stunned by the antics of a bike rider on the M1 in scenes condemned by police. See the video.
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Shark Quiz: Test yourself now
Try your hand at the Chase Australia’s Brydon Coverdale daily quiz challenge.
Camilla, we feel your pain: Queen goes barefoot
King Charles and Queen Camilla stunned crowds at the Sydney Opera House. But in the end it was all too much for her. See the photos and video.
Revealed: One thing King, Queen ‘don’t love’ about fans
Royal fans have been given a top tip about how they can boost their chances of meeting King Charles and Queen Camilla, as one of the pet peeves about interacting with crowds was revealed. See highlights from past royal tours.
‘She’s awful’: How the UK press covered Thorpe outburst
The British press seized on Lidia Thorpe’s expletives-filled disturbance, replaying vision of the shock incident.
Blinken in Israel to push for Gaza truce; 13 killed in Lebanon
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is back in Israel to push for a ceasefire as Beirut’s largest public health facility was hit in an airstrike. Follow for updates.
Queen’s Wharf scores QUT graduation events
In a bit of a coup for the $3.6bn Queen’s Wharf project, QUT is moving all of its graduation events to the riverside precinct for the next two years.
ASX 200 a sea of red; WiseTech rebounds
Bourse has $48bn wiped off. WiseTech rises as Richard White settles fight with ex-lover. MinRes dogged by founder concerns. Broker downgrade weighs on Metcash. Audinate, Iluka updates trigger selloff.
Mt Isa rodeo bites the dust as administrators saddle up
The 65-year-old Mt Isa Rodeo has bitten the dust, appointing voluntary administrators after a downturn in tickets sales this year hit the bottom line.
Sold! Parents auction home to save daughter’s life
A “little battler” living with a rare neurodegenerative disease is much closer to lifesaving treatment after her parents made the heartbreaking decision to sell their home.
Revealed: Property millions behind frontrunners vying to be premier
Real estate records have uncovered how much property frontrunners vying to become the next Qld Premier really have.
Health influencer lists beachside mansion with bizarre potty palace
Wellness entrepreneur Georgie Stevenson’s multi-level mansion has a host of lavish features, but there’s one cheeky detail that has buyers flush with curiosity.
IT worker’s life hack to own multiple homes
An IT worker believes you don’t have to be rich to start making money from the housing market if you take key steps.
Grans Gone Wild: King Charles mobbed
It was a decades-long crescendo leading up to Charles’ first tour of Australia as King. And for his fan girls, today was the moment to let loose.
Legendary broadcaster tragically dies
A hugely respected broadcaster and former deputy editor of The Australian has died after years of battling poor health.
‘Get lost’: Wild Charles scenes at Opera House
There were mixed opinions from Sydneysiders on Tuesday as King Charles visited the city.
US star’s ‘new face’ stuns fans
Hollywood star Gabrielle Union has sparked confusion among fans who have questioned what happened to the star’s face.
Bledis-low! League minnows embarrass rugby in TV disaster
The NRL’s expansion hopes have received a massive boost with a second-tier Test match blowing rugby union’s crown jewel, the Bledisloe Cup, out of the water in shock television ratings figures.
Broncos star Ezra Mam enters rehab
Teams locked in for Pacific Championships
Bridge to tomorrow: Glasgow defends trimmed-down Games
‘They rarely lose two in a row’: Diamonds legend fires warning to NZ
Tennis stars hit out: ‘Stop ruining the sport’
A massive rule change will get its first exposure in Australian tennis tournaments this summer, but it won’t be popular with all players.
Cricket star retires mid-innings for birth of child
Former Test all-rounder Hilton Cartwright took the remarkable step to retire mid-innings on 52 not out to attend the birth of his second child after complications around the birth arose.
Pariah to the promised land: Suaalii’s ultimate redemption
Superstar NRL recruit Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is set to cap the ultimate redemption, with his Spring Tour call-up set to deliver a debut Wallabies cap. See all the shocks and snubs inside.
‘Best decision of my life’: Cam Smith on LIV, life, and tour rivalry
Australia’s best golfer Cam Smith goes one-on-one with CRASH CRADDOCK to talk about his monster $140 million contract, life in LIV, Shark’s future, what a PGA merge could look like and more.
Where they are now: What happened to our best Junior Wallabies
Five years on from the stellar Junior Wallabies run that came within one point of snaring the world U20 crown, we track down all the players and reveal which will figure in Australia’s looming Lions and home World Cup campaigns.
‘I will be back’: Tim Tszyu breaks silence after devastating knockout
Tim Tszyu has broken his silence for the first time since his devastating third round knockout in Florida vowing to find ‘answers’ and return better than ever.
Split second could determine outcome in Emma Lovell murder trial
Disturbing and ‘graphic’ child exploitation find inside Gold Coast home
A raid on a Gold Coast man’s home has uncovered a large and disturbing collection of pictures and videos. Read what police found.
Bushfire sparked by Bruce Hwy car rollover threatens home
Emergency crews have rushed to the northern part of the Sunshine Coast after reports a car has rolled and started a bushfire that threatened a property.
Waiting for closure after a breakup won’t save you – here’s what will
6 fast ways to get rid of a hickey (for when it’s too hot to wear a turtleneck)
You need a method that’s fast and effective
‘Ignorant and lazy’: Parking shocker sparks brutal takedown
Parking standards have taken a turn for the worse, with one driver called out for their “ignorant and lazy” attempt to stay in the lines.
350+ faces: Brisbane celebrates Oktoberfest in style
Photos: Australian Supercross Championship, Redcliffe
The opening rounds of the 2024 FOX Australian Supercross Championship were held at Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe, on the weekend. Were you spotted?
In pictures: Brisbane Broncos awards night
Brisbane Broncos players and loved ones have hit the red carpet at the new Star casino for the club’s annual awards night.
Cops baffled after 45 cars stolen
Wild burnout mode coming to new EVs
This luxurious and shockingly quick machine has incredibly ambitious goals – and it’s coming to Australia.
The opulent EV for millionaires
Australia’s first ultra-luxurious electric SUV debuts, offering Rolls-Royce-like opulence, advanced technology, and performance for a fraction of the price.
Garden so deadly you must have a guide
’C-word’ you should never say Down Under
As one English backpacker recently learned, this innocent-seeming word makes Aussies irrationally angry, and should be avoided at all costs.
‘Aussie Philippines’ goes viral
Travellers are obsessed with this secret Aussie beach town which looks like the Philippines, and has accommodation for just $2 a night.
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