Sharron Phillips Notorious cold case takes surprise twist
ONE of Brisbane’s most baffling mysteries — the disappearance of Sharron Phillips 30 years ago — has taken a shock twist.
Comeback king Beattie’s new Games of Thrones
PETER Beattie has confounded pundits with a comeback as Commonwealth Games chairman. Now it has old colleagues speculating over his next move.
Jarryd Hayne Hayne Plane cleared for takeoff in London
JARRYD Hayne has been called into Fiji’s London Sevens team this weekend as an injury replacement in coach Ben Ryan’s 12-man squad.
Latest discovery EgyptAir crash wreckage found
AN act of terror is the most likely explanation for the EgyptAir crash, as the military confirmed the discovery of body parts, luggae and other debris.
Ride warriors One number shows why taxis are in trouble
ONE figure starkly illustrates the impact of ride-sharing services such as Uber on the Queensland taxi industry — and what might need to be done.
Crushing Illness leaves Oates’ Origin debut in limbo
COREY Oates’ dreams of an Origin debut hangs in the balance after the Maroons hopeful succumbed to illness in the Broncos’ crushing loss to the Cowboys.
Crushing Illness leaves Oates’ Origin debut in limbo
COREY Oates’ dreams of an Origin debut hangs in the balance after the Maroons hopeful succumbed to illness in the Broncos’ crushing loss to the Cowboys.
Darren Lockyer Myles is a man possessed in a Maroons jumper
SOME players are great clubmen but not quite Origin quality while others are good clubmen but even better Origin performers. Nate Myles is in the latter category.
Titans official Greenberg defends decision to poach Canavan
NRL chief executive Todd Greenberg has defended his decision to poach Brian Canavan amid fears his departure could further destabilise the Titans.
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Opinion Big issue our leaders don’t want to mention
THERE was one issue our political leaders weren’t talking about this week – the release of figures which show Australian workers are doing it tough.
Editorial Raid an unwelcome distraction to race
NO ONE wants any suggestion of political involvement in policing so why couldn’t raids in relation to the leaking of NBN information have waited until after the poll?
Opinion Readers’ secrets are safe with me
IT’S been 13 years of writing this weekly column and readers have shared some very intimate things: troubled families, messy divorces, rotten relationships. So how do I reply?
Warning shot What an LNP government would do to unions
DES HOUGHTON: Opposition industrial relations spokesman Jarrod Bleijie has fired a warning shot at unions, with a warning of what the LNP will do if elected.
Sinead O’Connor in health crisis
IRISH star Sinead O’Connor has suffered another setback in her mental health as she accuses family of not supporting her during illness. Can she get back on her feet?
The real truth behind reality TV
REALITY shows have long been accused of casting sob stories over talent in order to increase audiences. So just how real is the reality TV casting process?
Qld Nickel Clive’s Jurassic Lark under microscope
THEY seemed like colourful and mostly harmless pursuits at the time, but now they’ve been drawn into the collapse of Queensland Nickel.
Sale transaction Maggie’s revenue pie rose but profits not so saucy
POPULAR foodie Maggie Beer’s business empire made $21 million in the last financial year, but profits were down.
Take a peek inside amazing mansion
THIS Tuscan-style mansion at The Sovereign Islands must rank as one of the most opulent in an area known for extravagant luxury homes.
Pre-war Queenslander must sell
FOR the first time in more than 60 years this Brisbane home is on the market and must sell at auction this weekend.
Taste of the Sunshine Coast
DISCOVER the beauty of the Sunshine Coast, from where to surf the best waves, to food trails, markets and winery tours.
News Headlines
‘CFMEU will write the cheque out’
MILITANT unions could be slapped with record fines after admitting they orchestrated unlawful strikes by hundreds of workers on vital Brisbane construction projects.
’Yandina Seven’ accused jailed over drugs
A DRUG cook accused of being a member of the so-called “Yandina Seven” has been jailed for cooking and trafficking ice.
Carnival worker dies on dodgem cars
A CARNIVAL worker has died while working at a local show on the Darling Downs.
Colleague given grief over the Reef
CLAIMS by a Queensland researcher that the Great Barrier Reef will be “terminal” in five years have been rubbished by one of his own colleagues.
It’s 5.30am, know where your docs are?
OPINION: Federal police pulled an all-nighter in their search for leaked NBN documents. But is there any reason to believe it was politically motivated?
Uber: Fair trade or free ride?
A FORK in the road looms for Queensland cabbies with an Uber review due in July. Will Uber be allowed to gather speed or will the state slam on the brakes?
Leaders work together on dairy
STRUGGLING dairy farmers can expect more help from taxpayers after Malcolm Turnbull revealed plans to work with the Opposition.
Shorten pushes patients around
BILL Shorten has displaced patients for a second day in a row, as he continues to spruik his plan to make it easier for them to access doctors.
The plight of an ex-ISIS wolf
AS Islamic State teeters on the brink of collapse, a difficult question is beginning to be asked: What happens to all those jihadist fighters Australia doesn’t want back?
What’s next for Manus Island?
HOME to 50,000 islanders, this remote island outpost in the Pacific is an idyllic tropical, coral-fringed paradise. But dark storms clouds are brewing.
New honour for Australia’s first governor
AUSTRALIA recognised Arthur Phillip with a demountable toilet on the site where he founded the nation. But now Britain has reversed the disgrace to honour his achievements.
Sinead O’Connor in health crisis
IRISH star Sinead O’Connor has suffered another setback in her mental health as she accuses family of not supporting her during illness. Can she get back on her feet?
The real truth behind reality TV
REALITY shows have long been accused of casting sob stories over talent in order to increase audiences. So just how real is the reality TV casting process?
When to let your kid watch PG-rated TV
WITH more mature content airing at family-friendly times, how do you know when it’s safe to let your child watch PG or M-rated content? An expert reveals all.
The dark side of Bali revealed
IT’S the party-loving island paradise on our doorstep. But 59 Australians have died in Bali within the last year. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
Warm autumn could turn into a worry
THE Sunshine State is experiencing its warmest start to a year on record and experts warn the conditions are similar to those in the lead-up to the 2011 floods.
What an LNP government would do to unions
DES HOUGHTON: Opposition industrial relations spokesman Jarrod Bleijie has fired a warning shot at unions, with a warning of what the LNP will do if elected.
The origin of Kevin Walters
HE’S tackled the ups and downs of life but Queensland’s new State of Origin coach now faces his toughest job yet.
Selfless act that makes gran the best
FOUR-year-old Kiana reckons her darling “Ninny” is the best gran in the world, and considering her selfless act, she might just be right.
Clive’s Jurassic Lark under microscope
THEY seemed like colourful and mostly harmless pursuits at the time, but now they’ve been drawn into the collapse of Queensland Nickel.
Delays aplenty on Friday commute
UPDATE: Friday afternoon traffic woes are about to get worse with multiple crashes around the southeast.
Assailants walk free from court
TWO men who brutally bashed a Good Samaritan who intervened in a domestic dispute at a Gold Coast service station have walked from court with suspended jail sentences.
The new face of unemployment
TO AVOID continually being overlooked for jobs because he was ‘over-qualified’, Danny Stock was forced to dumb down his resume. But how did this 39-year-old single father not get a job, with a resume like this?
When to let your kid watch PG-rated TV
WITH more mature content airing at family-friendly times, how do you know when it’s safe to let your child watch PG or M-rated content? An expert reveals all.
Best jokes from axed Dirty Laundry Live
ONE of the wittiest shows on Australian TV has been axed. Dirty Laundry Live won’t be returning which is a real shame given these hilarious jokes.
Harrison Ford unrecognisable with new bushy beard
HARRISON Ford looked hirsute and astute when he stepped out with a new hairy look in California this week.
Celine Dion regrets not granting husband’s wish
THE SINGER is struggling to forgive herself for not holding her granting her husband’s dying wish.
The stars of SeaChange: Where are they now?
IT WAS the ABC TV show that captivated the hearts of Australia back in the late 1990s. So what are the stars of SeaChange up to now? We tracked them down.
Jess, Ashley Hart steal the show at star-studded gala
AUSSIE sisters Jess and Ashley Hart were among the bevvy of stars that turned out for the amfAR gala at Cannes yesterday.
Paul McCartney upstaged by 10 year old girl
THE former Beatle was shocked when a young girl got up on stage at his concert and asked if she could jam along. She did just that, and she was awesome!
New honour for Australia’s first governor
AUSTRALIA recognised Arthur Phillip with a demountable toilet on the site where he founded the nation. But now Britain has reversed the disgrace to honour his achievements.
EgyptAir crash wreckage found
AN act of terror is the most likely explanation for the EgyptAir crash, as the military confirmed the discovery of body parts, luggae and other debris.
EgyptAir MS804 wreckage found
BREAKING: The Egyptian army has confirmed finding parts of the missing plane and personal belongings off the coast of Egypt.
EgyptAir MS804 wreckage found
BREAKING: The Egyptian army has confirmed finding parts of the missing plane and personal belongings off the coast of Egypt.
Superbugs could claim 10m lives per year
THERE are superbugs that are going to cause more deaths than cancer and it will kill one person every three seconds.
Debris from EgyptAir flight found
WRECKAGE, including body parts, seats and luggage, from the crashed EgyptAir flight have been recovered in the Mediterranean.
‘We will kill you’: Islamic State’s warning
THE Islamic State issued this chilling threat just days before EgyptAir flight MS804 went missing over the Mediterranean Sea.
Illness leaves Oates’ Origin debut in limbo
COREY Oates’ dreams of an Origin debut hangs in the balance after the Maroons hopeful succumbed to illness in the Broncos’ crushing loss to the Cowboys.
Gear change helps Caped Crusader find his feet
A GEAR change has been the turning point in Caped Crusader’s career, with the Gai Waterhouse-trained galloper now finding his feet over shorter distances.
Live: Hawks surge for tight finish v Swans
A THIRD-quarter surge has seen Hawthorn turn their clash with Sydney at the MCG into a toss-up heading into the final term. ROLLING COVERAGE.
Why Hayne excites Fiji coach
FIJI coach Ben Ryan admits selecting Jarryd Hayne is a huge gamble but the Englishman says the cross-code star has all the ingredients to succeed at sevens.
Weir hopes for another Prince surprise
DARREN Weir doesn’t expect his Melbourne Cup hero Prince Of Penzance to win when he makes his return to the racetrack at Morphettville on Saturday.
Juve want to come to Australia as double winners
JUVENTUS are determined to arrive in Australia for the International Champions Cup as double winners, with the Coppa Italia firmly in their sights this weekend.
Hayne’s sporting feats dwarfed by Aussie legend
JARRYD Hayne’s chase for Olympic gold somewhat echoes the feats of a similar sporting maverick named Snowy Baker who excelled in more than a dozen sports.
Campaign claims another victim
ROLLING UPDATES: Sherry Sufi, who posted controversial statements to social media on the stolen generation and same-sex marriage, has resigned as the Liberal candidate for Fremantle.
Shorten offers Aussie ‘diplomatic support’
THE Nine network’s Beirut kidnap case has entered the political sphere with Opposition Leader Bill Shorten saying he wants a government briefing.
Labor’s Medicare pledge wins over doctors
DOCTORS have welcomed Labor’s pledge to end the Medicare rebates freeze that has seen 60 per cent of GPs plan to end bulk billing and introduce a $15 fee a visit.
Why children’s teeth are deteriorating
NEARLY half of all primary school kids have decayed baby teeth a shocking new study that peered into the mouths of 24,000 children has found.
Drama on day 11 of election campaign
ROLLING UPDATES: Malcolm Turnbull and Bill Shorten have fronted a dinner where Shorten addressed the Labor AFP raids and reflected on an earlier car crash.
Killed doing ‘world’s most dangerous job’
FORMER soldier Mark Belford, who died in Iraq yesterday, was driven by a strong humanitarian instinct to disarm deadly buried bombs in fields of war.
Airline accused of deflecting MH17 blame
A BARRISTER has called for Malaysia Airlines to be investigated for “corporate manslaughter” over MH17 saying they failed passengers and crew.
Flu 101: Take your best shot
TOSSING up whether to have a flu jab? Carmel Sparke answers the questions you may have about vaccination this winter.
Is Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO) ruining your kids?
BEING a teenager is often synonymous with insecurity, but envying other people’s “perfect” lives on Facebook and Instagram takes it to a whole level, writes Alexandra Carlton
I refuse to stand for this, Mr Dutton
Peter Dutton’s words took me back to watching my migrant parents being told the nation didn’t value them. Back then I felt ashamed. Today I will not stand for it.
‘Baby cracking’ chiros need to be regulated
Besides cracking babies’ backs, a cohort of chiropractors have been exposed for allegedly moving into maternity wards. Authorities have to find a way to weed out this kind of quackery.
Can Queensland cash in on rum roll?
A QUEENSLAND rum that tastes more like an elegant French cognac and is matured in port and sherry barrels from Spain has been named the best in the world.
Fresh, fast and powerfully flavoured
MEALS aren’t wrapped in paper and don’t come with fries but they sure come out of the kitchen fast at this Fortitude Valley restaurant.
Google teams up with Hollywood
Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson in Silicon Valley AUSTRALIANS could enjoy epic, IMAX films inside virtual reality headsets later this year after Google revealed plans to work with Hollywood studios.
Giant 120m tsunamis could unlock search for life
Staff writers and AFP A SERIES of ancient events, on a scale of which we’ve never seen before, could have acted like a frozen time capsule and yield new clues about life on Mars.
What’s hot on the menu for 2016
Dan Stock Simon Wilkinson WHAT will you be eating and drinking this year? From cooking on fire to ready-made cocktails, here are some of the trends to look out for.
PM under pressure over key ally’s TV confession
Malcolm Farr MALCOLM Turnbull risks being shackled to his endangered minister Mal Brough as Labor includes him in increasingly torrid attacks.
How to slash your banking fees
Sophie Elsworth FROM ATM fees to paper statements, it’s far too easy to pay unnecessary banking fees. Here’s how you can avoid getting stung.
Check-out how to keep grocery costs down
Sophie Elsworth THESE are some of the easiest ways to keep your supermarket shopping spending down.
