‘We have stuffed it up’: Beattie’s surprise stance on renewables
As a former Labor leader Peter Beattie is a renewables evangelist, but he has his issues with the current approach. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS
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Secret deals of one of Qld’s most powerful people you’ve probably never heard of
He is arguably one of Queensland’s most influential people and this week turned a $925 investment into a $125,000 windfall. But there’s every chance you’ve never heard of him.
Poet and they didn’t know it: How mates made a name for Rupert
Rupert McCall is a household name in Queensland as one of Australia’s most celebrated contemporary poets. But it’s not the name he was born with. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS
True story behind the billionaire they simply cannot ignore
He is rich – cartoonishly rich – outspoken and powerful – and at this federal election, he simply cannot be ignored. This is the true story behind his meteoric rise.
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Would you convict a homeowner who used lethal force to defend their home?
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‘Swung too far’: Qld legal giant’s fears for rights of rape accused
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‘Best premier we never had’: Moments that spurred Treasurer into politics
He grew up on a farm before studying law and travelling Europe with his opera singer wife. Now David Janetzki reveals two moments that sparked his interest in politics. WELCOME TO HIGH STEAKS
‘Got to consider it’: Hutchies boss on stadium site no-one’s talking about
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How Gerry Harvey saved Magic Millions from financial ruin
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I was sexually abused in Boy Scouts. Then I became a priest
One of Australia’s most senior Anglican prelates has opened up on his sexual abuse as a kid in the Boy Scouts and the apology he issued to the LGBT community on behalf of the church.
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