Deadly summer What killed this FIFO worker?
“YOU be careful when you go back out there. If it’s too hot, don’t work.” Those were the last words Jenny Newport said as she dropped her FIFO worker son at Brisbane airport. A day later, there was a knock on her door.
#GoQld Where to spend $4 billion in Qld
THE Queensland Government could help create 10,000 jobs and reduce Brisbane’s traffic woes if it committed money to these key projects.
Hit hard Big blow for Broncos as Blair charged
ADAM Blair is set to be rubbed out for Saturday’s clash against the Sea Eagles after being charged for a nasty tackle on Broncos teammate Sam Thaiday.
Get cultured! A Brisbane you’ve never seen before
THINK you love Brisbane? There’s a side to the inner suburbs of our state capital that you’ve probably never seen before. PLUS: Your guide to arts and culture in Brisbane.
Opinion PM no wiseguy taking on mummy mafia
OPINION: Malcolm Turnbull has made a grand mistake — he has taken on the mummy mafia.
Weather Rain soaks parched Western Queensland
TOWNS in drought-stricken Western Queensland have received four times their monthly average overnight as a large cloud band swept across much of the country. Pic: Chris Tangey
Rep round Next star emerges in Qld Residents’ loss
RESIDENTS coach Aaron Zimmerle believes Jahrome Hughes will be the next player to earn himself an NRL jersey after Queensland’s loss to NSW.
Pedigree How Cowboys duo can secure Origin shot
COWBOYS pair Kyle Feldt and Justin O’Neill can give their Origin chances a major boost if they aim up in two NRL blockbusters over the next month.
Monday Buzz What Wayne thought about Blair chicken-wing
WHAT did Wayne Bennett think about Adam Blair trying to rip Broncos teammate Sam Thaiday’s arm off in Friday’s Test? PHIL ROTHFIELD asked him.
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Opinion PM no wiseguy taking on mummy mafia
OPINION: Malcolm Turnbull has made a grand mistake — he has taken on the mummy mafia.
Party Games Lessons learned? Doesn’t sound like it
OPINION: Some people love the smell of election polls in the morning but it feels too early to get too excited.
130+ Reader Comments Changes to super could cost election
THE Prime Minister and Treasurer have 54 days to scrap their superannuation changes or risk losing the election.
RendezView ‘Stopping the boats’ hasn’t stopped people from dying
While our leaders boast they’ve “stopped the boats”, we’re finally privy to what the ruthless stance on asylum seekers has done: cause the very deaths they purport to prevent.
Kim’s dramatic first shoot since baby Saint
KARDASHIAN West also opened up to Vogue Australia on a whole raft of subjects from her heroes to her heroines and her faults to her favourite things.
The one thing the Logies got so wrong
THE winners were worthy, the presentation almost flawless and the jokes really rather good. But, in one respect, the Logies were terrible.
Shopping changes Toombul Shopping Centre sold
THE largest portfolio and retail deal in years has been finalised, with Toombul Shopping Centre among four assets being sold — and the new owners have detailed plans for the future of the Brisbane shopping centre.
BUSINESS Latest shark backs pet project to win
A REBOUND in Greencross shares has given founder Glen Richards confidence the Brisbane-based pet-care group can fend off a hostile takeover.
Million dollar agent Josh Altman shares his secrets
THE secret to winning in the glamorous real estate game boils down to one basic thing, according to top US agent Josh Altman.
Bidding resumes after lull
IT WAS a busy weekend on the Brisbane auction scene following a lull in auction volumes across Brisbane.
Escape and experience life on the Fraser Coast
THE Fraser Coast provides a wealth of great holiday experiences. From thrillseekers with jet skis to chartering a yacht and 4WD courses, the region has great sea and land-based activities.
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Who you’re really flying with
YOU may never fly again, after it was revealed what crucial airline staff are getting up to before jumping in the cockpit.
Changes to super could cost election
THE Prime Minister and Treasurer have 54 days to scrap their superannuation changes or risk losing the election.
What Wayne thought about Blair chicken-wing
WHAT did Wayne Bennett think about Adam Blair trying to rip Broncos teammate Sam Thaiday’s arm off in Friday’s Test? PHIL ROTHFIELD asked him.
Australia reacts to Waleed Aly’s triumph
IN THE end, Waleed Aly did take home the Gold Logie, and the sky didn’t fall in. Here’s how Australia reacted to his victory.
Caitlyn wins, Belle’s a fraud - but why?
WHY does Caitlyn Jenner win awards for courage while Belle Gibson is damned as a fraud and pursued through the courts, asks Tim Blair.
’Unique home’ is our most expensive
A “UNIQUE” house going on the market for the first time is likely to smash the price ceiling as the most expensive home in Brisbane.
Reg Grundy has died aged 92
AUSTRALIAN TV legend Reg Grundy, who produced some of our most loved small-screen shows including Neighbours and Prisoner, has died in Bermuda, aged 92.
New uni campus in heart of Brisbane
A NEW university or international research centre could feature in the masterplan for a vibrant new precinct in Brisbane.
Logies red carpet’s hottest fashion
HOLLYWOOD glamour and risque lace dresses were the mode du jour for our female stars. Catch up on all the hits and misses on the Logies red carpet.
PM’s political heart in Queensland
UPDATE: Malcolm Turnbull has revealed Queensland is where his political heart is, addressing the nation during the first day of the election campaign in the electorate of Petrie.
Problem with Gould’s Kangaroos criticism
PHIL Gould’s view on regenerating the Kangaroos would be a good one if not for a problem Australian rugby league faces, writes PAUL MALONE.
Former Fraser guide sues resort
A FORMER tour guide, who claims he was doing what he was told to do when he jumped off a Fraser Island sand dune, is suing a resort for $895,000.
Guess who’s getting some dirty looks?
TENSIONS are at boiling point in the makeup room of one local TV station, with a high-profile presenter getting her colleagues off-side thanks to her dirty habits.
Tomic forfeits just minutes into match
AUSTRALIAN tennis star Bernard Tomic has crashed out of his third competition in a row — this time just eight minutes into the game.
Billy’s invite ‘clears the air’
THE Opposition has accused the Government of racing to meet with Cape York community leaders in a bid to win crossbencher Billy Gordon’s vote on a controversial law.
Pollies beeline to the marginals
ROLLING UPDATES: Malcolm Turnbull has visited three marginal seats and Julie Bishop has dropped by the seat of Eden-Monaro on the first full day of the campaign.
Brough probe makes it tough for PM
WITH the Federal Police set to learn if it is able to use explosive details from an investigation into recently retired MP Mal Brough in court, the PM’s Queensland visit is already looking a little weary.
City club folds as fitouts hit the roof
AN exclusive Brisbane club went belly up after a blowout on fitout costs and slow uptake of members, according to creditors report.
Prison guards threaten to walk out
UP TO 1800 prison guards and staff could walk out of the state’s overcrowded jails after negotiations stalled over working conditions.
ISIS target Aussie ‘precious pearls’
ISLAMIC State terrorists are eyeing off white western women as prized possessions and “pure pearls”, as they lure them to Syria to be jihadi brides.
‘Amazing’ House Rules reno transformation
THEIR home was falling apart until a seven-day overhaul turned it into a modern marvel. See before and after pictures of the latest House Rules reno.
Waleed reveals ‘dirty little secret’
WALEED Aly silenced his critics at the Logies last night. In his speech, he surprised viewers with a humble admission.
Toombul Shopping Centre sold
THE largest portfolio and retail deal in years has been finalised, with Toombul Shopping Centre among four assets being sold — and the new owners have detailed plans for the future of the Brisbane shopping centre.
Aussie stars downing shots on Logies red carpet
WE hit the Logies red carpet armed with a list of TV trivia questions and a shot glass. Get an answer wrong, do a shot. Who aced it — and who flunked?
Meet the woman behind Australia’s favourite man
WALEED Aly is the toast of the town, but he wouldn’t be where he is without wife Susan Carland, an exceptional talent in her own right.
Creepy Craig provides Logies’ weirdest moment
“IT’S not your moment, Craig,” co-presenter Miranda Tapsell told McLachlan, pushing him away from the microphone. Cringe.
Today hosts are worse for wear
SPARE a thought for Karl, Lisa and especially Richard Wilkins, who went on air at 5:30am after a big night.
Kristen Bell on mental health battle
THE actress revealed that her mother sat her down when she was 18 and revealed she had a ‘genetic predisposition’ to mental illness.
Julia’s hilarious moment 31 years in the making
IT was a chance for Julia Morris to ‘do over’ her very first TV appearance — and the hilarious Julia Morris absolutely nailed her big moment last night.
Noni Hazlehurst’s scathing Logies speech
AS SHE joined the Logies Hall of Fame, Noni Hazlehurst read unflinchingly, and personally, from her own script.
World’s best boss does it again
A CHINESE CEO who flew thousands of his staff to the south of France last year has repeated the gesture with another amazing overseas trip.
Cremated remains left in pickle jar
THE manager of a funeral home is trying to find relatives for the cremated remains of about 170 people left in the basement.
North Korea’s surprising concession
KIM Jong Un said North Korea won’t use its nuclear weapons unless invaded. But also told the US to back off.
Trump is trolling his way to victory
WERE you outraged by Donald Trump’s “I love Hispanics” taco bowl tweet? Congratulations, you’ve fallen for the master troll.
Greeks protest new tax reforms
THOUSANDS took to the streets of Athens, clashing with police, to rally against controversial tax and pension reforms.
Outrage as baby struggles in pool
A MUM whose toddler drowned in a tragic accident in 2013 is under fire after a new video of her second child struggling to float in a pool went viral.
Trump blames Hillary for Bill’s affairs
DONALD Trump has launched a stinging attack on Hillary Clinton, branding her an “enabler” of her husband Bill’s affairs by “destroying” his mistresses.
‘It’s truly something unusual to see’
ONE gesture from Andy Murray during his loss to Novak Djokovic was symptomatic of the strange dynamic between the pair.
Big blow for Broncos as Blair charged
ADAM Blair is set to be rubbed out for Saturday’s clash against the Sea Eagles after being charged for a nasty tackle on Broncos teammate Sam Thaiday.
Eddie: I don’t know if I can take it any more
COLLINGWOOD president Eddie McGuire considered stepping down in the wake of Saturday’s loss to Carlton and a week of being ‘smashed’ over the GWS academy.
Mayweather’s $100m McGregor mindgame
THE shadow games have escalated between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor with “Money” admitting he’s been scheming behind the scenes.
Bomber’s brilliant Facebook move
WHEN Essendon posed a question on Facebook about the form of Mark Baguley, it didn’t expect the player would get involved in the debate.
Video: Golf ball lands in spectator’s shoe
THE rules of golf say ‘play the ball as it lies’, but what happens when the ball lands inside the shoes belonging to a spectator in the gallery?
Beyonce’s simple advice for Serena
SERENA Williams has recounted how she came to have a part in Beyonce’s visual album, Lemonade, and what the singer told her.
Is your mortgage rate a rip-off?
WITH the Reserve Bank cash rate tipped to fall even further in coming months, experts detail how home loan borrowers should ensure they aren’t ripped off.
Aussie parents slam Telstra
AN Australian mother is rounding up fellow parents to take on a mighty target: the country’s biggest telco, Telstra.
July 2 poll: Get set for an ultra-marathon
WHILE the Coalition has started its election ad blitz for the July 2 poll, Bill Shorten has stopped by the pub for a beer with a couple of old mates.
Election spin off to an early start
ROLLING COVERAGE: The election is yet to be called, but Australia’s politicians are already geared up and whirling about, selling themselves and their message.
New twist in Nine’s 60 Mins probe
NINE’S independent review into the 60 Minutes snatch and grab scandal is still under way, as new details emerge about how the network handled the case in Lebanon.
Pup learning new tricks in business
EVEN as he was destined to become a professional cricketer, Michael Clarke was planning for the future with property on his mind.
Bank profit dip a dividend danger
INVESTORS holding bank shares should brace for weaker dividends after rising bad debts and falling profits dented the four big banks’ profits.
12 beaches to blow your mind
CAN’T wait until your next beach holiday for a fix of paradise? Take a tour of the most incredible beaches in the Asia-Pacific.
Viking Sea ’built for exploration’
STARTING with an unconventional naming ceremony, the world’s newest ocean cruise liner, Viking Sea, aims to do things a little differently.
Who’s to blame for Bill’s cheating? His wife
Donald Trump has taken us back to the sexual dark ages (again) by claiming that a grown man has no control of his urges and that Hillary Clinton is to blame for her husband’s infidelity.
‘Stopping the boats’ hasn’t stopped people from dying
While our leaders boast they’ve “stopped the boats”, we’re finally privy to what the ruthless stance on asylum seekers has done: cause the very deaths they purport to prevent.
Breathe easy at quirky outpost
I CAN’T recall the last time I’ve saw a menu with lung at the top of main course selections, particularly as this eatery is in the back streets of suburban north Brisbane.
Shop swap leads to one awesome brekkie
THIS suburban cafe has only been open for eight months but already it has a super-keen breakfast crowd following.
Site blocking efforts reach standoff
Nick Whigham A DISPUTE over who would cover costs caused the three strikes scheme against Aussie pirates to be shelved. Could it happen with the latest site blocking applications?
Aussie parents slam Telstra
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson AN Australian mother is rounding up fellow parents to take on a mighty target: the country’s biggest telco, Telstra.
Moroccan lamb and pumpkin pot pies
taste.com.au Put a new spin on pot pies with this Moroccan version featuring lamb, pumpkin and crisp puff pastry.
Why healthy people don’t diet and never skip breakfast
bodyandsoul.com.au New research says the best way to maintain a healthy weight is to stop dieting.
Credit cards to watch out for
Sophie Elsworth CONSUMERS who are trying to crush credit card debts could be spending hundreds of dollars a year in unnecessary charges by signing up to the wrong deal.
Learn to budget like a Treasurer
David & Libby Koch A BALANCED federal budget is the cornerstone of a thriving country — and just the same is true for a household striving to grow to its wealth.
