Qantas founder’s wartime secret
He almost killed Lawrence of Arabia and was dubbed a ‘Tiger’ for his extraordinary wartime exploits – then this man changed the way all Aussies see the world.
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Why we need to know the dirty truth about Ned Kelly
The man behind a new investigation into Ned Kelly’s crimes and capture has lifted the lid on one of Australian history’s most divisive characters.
How ‘hero’ Kelly became a vile killer
Ned Kelly’s legend as a folk hero is torn down by a new account of how he and his “grotesque” brother mercilessly murdered three men – hunting one down like a wounded animal.
Brisbane’s dark side: ‘The blacks will just have to learn to behave’
There have been too many sad chapters in Queensland’s history regarding the treatment of Aboriginal people, and what happened on a warm September night in 1986 at a Brisbane RSL hall is perhaps one of the worst recent examples of how we’re really not that different to the US.
How Brisbane prepared for Russian invasion
With the rumoured approach of a Russian fleet of 16 vessels ready to attack our nation’s east coast, Australian forces were on high alert for an imminent invasion. This is what Brisbane did to prepare.
Enter the dragon: Horn mentor’s warrior mindset
Jeff Horn’s fighting guru Glenn Rushton opens up about his love of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, his own tough road to the top of Australian boxing and why ‘The Hornet’ can be world champion again.
Aussie boxing twins lock in Vegas showdowns
The boxing world is waking from its COVID-19 slumber, and Australia’s Jason and Andrew Moloney are champing at the bit to get back in the ring – whether there’s crowds or not.
Boxing mourns Aussie who pushed legend to limit
Hector Thompson was a mighty body puncher who gave Roberto Duran one of the toughest nights of his career. One of the most exciting fighters Australia has produced, his death ‘a very sad day for the sport’.
Incredible stories to rival The Last Dance
Now that Netflix hit The Last Dance is over, it’s time to turn your attention to these legendary sports stars and their incredible stories.
How tennis star John Millman is coping with lockdown
The extraordinary lengths John Millman is going to to keep his tennis career on track after a terrific start to the year
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