Storm watch Extreme weather is on its way
UPDATE: SEVERE thunderstorms are expected to hit parts of southeast Queensland today, while the north remains on cyclone watch.
Exclusive photos TV star Karl shows off new girlfriend
IT WAS a serendipitous way for Today show host Karl Stefanovic to confirm rumours surrounding his new romance — putting on a very public display yesterday with girlfriend Jasmine Yarbrough on Sydney Harbour.
Hidden cameras Camera picked up a disturbing secret
EXCLUSIVE: It was footage from near invisible “pinhole” surveillance cameras meant to help convict Lin family murderer Robert Xie. But it revealed a secret they hadn’t expected.
I’m a Celeb Tziporah’s secret weight-loss deal
TZIPORAH Malkah has been keeping quiet about her weight during her time in the jungle. And there’s a very good reason for that.
Exclusive pictures Police swarm White Night, arrest youths
HUNDREDS of police descended on White Night as violence threatened to break out at Federation Square amid a dispute between two youth groups. More than 20 arrests were made and a baseball bat was seized as police ushered teens out of the city.
‘Why I had to punch my brother Grant’
THE punch that connected with Grant Hackett’s face in January was a long time coming. Born of frustration and despair, the swimming star’s older brother Craig said he was left with few options.
Stabbing Woman ‘stabs fiance to death’
JUST a month after getting engaged, young dad David Walsh is dead and his fiancee has been charged with his murder.
Shock defeat Broncos’ loss to Wolves creates history
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: The Broncos have become the first NRL side to lose a World Club Series match, after a shocking display in Warrington this morning.
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Reality star Keira shocks with cult confession
“HOLY s**t!” That’s all Lisa Curry could say when her I’m A Celebrity camp mate opened up about her polygamous upbringing.
Real estate Historic pub seeks buyer
SITTING in the midst of cane fields and rainforest, this renowned pub is as Tropical Queensland as they come. And it’s on the market for the first time in a decade.
Called off V8 star’s wedding turns into car wreck
THE wedding of V8 king Jamie Whincup and his long-time partner Courtney Nicholson were cancelled just a week before the couple were set to wed in a lavish ceremony.
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Exclusive Family sues Qantas for boy’s lost finger
AN Australian family is suing Qantas for more than $200,000 after their baby boy lost part of his pinky finger during an in-flight incident.
Weapons found Banned teacher a loose cannon
THE head of a special education unit has been barred from teaching for 12 months after 190kg of ammunition and a loaded gun was found in his southeast Queensland home.
Opinion The age of entitlements is over
BY DEFENDING the Gold Pass travel perk enjoyed by former MPs, Senator Ian Macdonald has highlighted all that is on the nose about the political elite.
Price war Midnight Oil is taking on scalpers
MIDNIGHT Oil has declared war on scalpers and will introduce a raft of initiatives to hinder them securing tickets to their concerts in Australia.
Experimental therapy The little boy trapped in his own body
ALLAN and Vivian Hau have never given up hope their Nathan could one day be freed from a condition that has robbed him of a chance to move, talk and even hug them.
Broncos’ loss to Wolves creates history
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: The Broncos have become the first NRL side to lose a World Club Series match, after a shocking display in Warrington this morning.
Live blog Live: Titans hit back, players injured
THE Titans have hit back in their pre-season trial against the Warriors. Meanwhile, Nathan Peats, Ryan Simpkins and Charlie Gubb have picked up injuries. Follow all the action live!
QRU O’Connor paid $2500 a week to not coach
THE cash-strapped QRU has improved its financial position by $1.39 million even while continuing to pay former coach Matt O’Connor more than $2500 a week.
Competition Blair knows nobody is safe
ADAM Blair says he’s not taking his spot in Brisbane’s forward pack for granted with competition for spots fiercer than ever before.
Replacement Sharks circling NRL’s most destructive forward
CRONULLA have set their sights high in finding a replacement for retiring skipper Paul Gallen and are pursuing Cowboys star Jason Taumalolo
#GoQld 6000 jobs in pipeline for Townsville
TOWNSVILLE is poised to benefit from nearly 6000 new jobs over the next three years from a pipeline of major projects.
Welfare cuts Parents get the point in jabs push
ALMOST 200,000 children who were not vaccinated were immunised last year under the Government’s No Jab, No Pay policy, but parts of Queensland remain the worst hotspots in the nation for non-immunisation.
Exclusive Joe’s plan to heal US-Australia rift
AFTER Malcolm Turnbull and Donald Trump’s leaked phone call made world headlines, Joe Hockey has a plan to reset the US-Australian alliance.
Exclusive Family sues Qantas for boy’s lost finger
AN Australian family is suing Qantas for more than $200,000 after their baby boy lost part of his pinky finger during an in-flight incident.
Crime files Time to find Annette Mason’s killer
NEARLY three decades after Annette Mason was found brutally murdered, those close to the Queensland schoolgirl believe they have a real chance at seeing her killer brought to justice.
Miracle escape Stab stalker victim relives horror
EXCLUSIVE: Angela Jay, the young doctor who was stabbed and doused in petrol by a stalker, bravely reveals the scars she suffered on the “worst day of her life” - when she thought she was “going to bleed to death”.
World security Pence tells Europe: ‘US has your back’
US VICE President Mike Pence has tried to ease Europe’s nerves about Donald Trump, pledging “unwavering” US support for NATO.
Shooting arrest Man arrested over Facebook Live shooting
A MAN has been arrested in the shooting deaths of two people, including a two-year-old boy, which was captured on Facebook Live.
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State-of-the-art childcare centre opens
DOZENS of families attended this week’s opening of the multimillion-dollar boutique-style Springwood Kids Early Learning Centre.
Strengths in Defence
ARMY driver Ashleigh Brown will swap her boots for skates as she gets ready to represent Australia in the Ice Hockey Women’s World Championship in Korea.
Student film screens in Berlin
A BRISBANE student’s eye opening film is set to make an impact at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Strengths in Defence
ARMY driver Ashleigh Brown will swap her boots for skates as she gets ready to represent Australia in the Ice Hockey Women’s World Championship in Korea.
Weekly sports quiz
HOW much did you pay attention to the week in sport? Test your knowledge with our weekly sports quiz.
Community battle to end up in court
KINDY parents have protested a development of 80 units next door because of concerns about noise, safety and privacy. Now the developers have the green light and objectors are preparing for a court battle.
Villains to saber the day
DARTH VADER might be the iconic movie bad guy but if you fancy a spot of cricket on Saturday you’ll only see him doing good works.
Young dog, new tricks
THEY say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks – but this pooch doesn’t mind, as long as you give him a tip.
Student film screens in Berlin
A BRISBANE student’s eye opening film is set to make an impact at the Berlin International Film Festival.
Time for a new park
THE fight for a new skate park on Brisbane’s southside has been taken up a notch.
Weekly sports quiz
HOW much did you pay attention to the week in sport? Test your knowledge with our weekly sports quiz.
Field archery club rocked by theft
An 89-year-old man faces the prospect of having to give up the sport he loves after thieves stole his assistance vehicle.
Land set aside for primary school
A new primary school could be on the way for the south-west following plans to designate land for the site in a new residential estate.
State-of-the-art childcare centre opens
DOZENS of families attended this week’s opening of the multimillion-dollar boutique-style Springwood Kids Early Learning Centre.
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Three-day IT festival a myriad of fun
LOGAN will be represented at a three-day technology and start-up festival from March 29.
WHAT’S ON IN LOGAN
THERE is a lot to do this month in Logan - everything from a retro music night to a play about dirty rotten scoundrels.
Vehicles smashed
TWO vehicles were significantly damaged by vandals in the space of a week in Pine Rivers.
Suburb enters new era
AN application for what could be Griffin’s first supermarket complex was advertised on Friday.
Helping hand for battlers
Griffin couple will leave a legacy of 50 affordable homes for needy families. .
Sam’s close shave
A north Brisbane student will next month get his first hair cut in two years after being inspired by leukaemia survivor.
Opinion Let’s head off dementia at the past
AUSTRALIA is facing a dementia epidemic, but despite the early warnings, our response has been underwhelming.
RendezView We all need a good broken heart
Today’s Tinder generation is missing out on one of life’s great lessons by choosing to chase quick flings over feelings, writes Angela Mollard.
RendezView Stop the abortion fear campaigns. Tell the truth
As Queensland moves to decriminalise abortion, pro-life groups peddling mistruths need to back down and make way for factual debate, writes Lauren Martyn-Jones.
Way We Were Islander’s special place in history
HIS name was a mouthful but Matthias Ampiyartilawayi Ulungura was a simple man living as one with nature when the evil war of a “civilised’’ world came crashing into view.
Hot auction Red hot sale at beachfront auction
A SPECTACULAR three-level beachfront property sold within five minutes for a red hot price of $3.025 million on the weekend.
Land releases Southwest corridor hot property
AFFORDABLE prices, great amenities and plenty of choice has land buyers swooping to this area.
Hot property Blocks selling hot at Hope Island
ONLY four blocks remain at Hope Islands new waterfront estate after five sold within 10 days of hitting the market.
Real estate Prices are taking off out airport way
AEROGLEN flies under the radar at times, but recent sales show the Cairns suburb is reaching new heights.
Real estate Less space, more fun at inner-city locale
FRUSTRATED by untold hours stuck in transit, Philomena Cashion is counting down the days until she receives the keys to her new inner-city Cairns home.
Real estate Designer home exchanges hands
THIS Brisbane house with an award-winning architect’s touch has new owners.
Real estate Historic pub seeks buyer
SITTING in the midst of cane fields and rainforest, this renowned pub is as Tropical Queensland as they come. And it’s on the market for the first time in a decade.
Suite life What it’s really like on a luxury cruise
FROM butler service to bathrooms so big you can park a car, upgrading from a mainstream to a premium or luxury cruise line opens a new world of pleasure.
Competition Win $20K worth of travel
YOU could win $20K worth of travel with Collette to spend on any of their tours around the world just by entering here.
Development Casino would be a game changer
A MASSIVE southeast Queensland casino resort would inject $710 million a year into the state economy, new research shows.
City Beat Domino’s share drop cuts into Don’s crust
IT HAS been a tough week for Domino’s Pizza boss Don Meij with his fast food empire losing a big slice of its value amid claims of underpayment of staff.
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‘Not everything is about money’
KORBIN Sims is a key recruit to the Broncos and might just be the man to push Brisbane to their next premiership. This is why ...
Biff WATCH: Biff returns in heated Broncos loss
THE biff is back! And it was former NRL talent Mike Cooper who threw hands against a young Bronco but he wasn’t the only one to lose his cool. Take a look!
Tackle Why Gilly knocked back Bennett
TREVOR Gillmeister had the chance to join Wayne Bennett’s coaching staff at Brisbane but turned the super coach down.
Competition Blair knows nobody is safe
ADAM Blair says he’s not taking his spot in Brisbane’s forward pack for granted with competition for spots fiercer than ever before.
Shock defeat Broncos’ loss to Wolves creates history
VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS: The Broncos have become the first NRL side to lose a World Club Series match, after a shocking display in Warrington this morning.
Lisa Marie Presley says she’s broke
LISA Marie Presley gets a $US100,000 monthly inheritance cheque but describes herself as deeply in debt and says she owes millions of dollars in credit card bills.
Keira shocks with cult confession
“HOLY s**t!” That’s all Lisa Curry could say when her I’m A Celebrity camp mate opened up about her polygamous upbringing.
Katie Price slams ex for ignoring their disabled son
KATIE Price has slammed her ex, soccer star Dwight Yorke, for not visiting their disabled son Harvey ‘for ten years’.
News Headlines
Dying man’s wishes come true
HUNDREDS of strangers have answered the call to make the wishes of a terminally ill man and his fiancee become a reality in the most touching way.
Fatal crash victim had just turned 18
LAST week Che Jennar was celebrating her 18th birthday. Now, friends and family of the teenager are mourning the loss of a happy and vibrant young woman.
Woman charged with murder
A HOPE Vale woman will appear in a Cairns court tomorrow morning charged with the fatal shooting of her mother.
What would a Bill Shorten Australia look like?
As the Turnbull government kicks more own goals, we should take a good hard look at what a Bill Shorten Australia would look like, writes Peta Credlin.
Nicholls: sorry for Newman years
OPPOSITION Leader Tim Nicholls has apologised to voters wronged by the Newman government, admitting “we didn’t do well enough”.
Barnaby to Qld: please take my money
IN ONE of the most bizarre political fights between Canberra and Queensland, Barnaby Joyce has questioned why he cannot give away free money.
Casino would be a game changer
A MASSIVE southeast Queensland casino resort would inject $710 million a year into the state economy, new research shows.
Trump: ‘Life is a campaign’
WITH his presidency under the microscope, Donald Trump today traded Washington for a more supportive setting ... a rally led by his supporters.
Support for shark attack victim
UPDATE: A Far North spear fisherman attacked by a shark near Port Hinchinbrook has undergone surgery in Cairns Hospital.
Keira’s next TV offer after the jungle
KEIRA Maguire claims she has been offered another reality show when she gets out of the South African jungle competing on I’m A Celeb.
Trials wrap: Shattering injury, surprise belting
SOME big storylines emerged from arguably the NRL pre-season’s most important day of matches, with a shattering injury and a belting that no one would have seen coming.
Midnight Oil is taking on scalpers
MIDNIGHT Oil has declared war on scalpers and will introduce a raft of initiatives to hinder them securing tickets to their concerts in Australia.
’Mini-city’ to create 20,000 jobs
A ONE billion dollar ‘health and knowledge’ precinct will create 20,000 jobs in one of Queenslands biggest development projects.
Hayne’s girls make an appearance
THE name of Titans star Jarryd Hayne’s baby girl has been revealed as she made her first public outing on the Gold Coast this week.
Sam Squiers delivers her baby news
SAM Squiers is working on changing the world one little girl at a time – starting with her own.
’We can’t have another Mason Lee tragedy’
MORE than 630 Queensland children are trapped in dangerously dysfunctional homes while the State Government struggles to deal with drug addicted parents.
McCarthy the star as Lions down Pies
BRISBANE’s Kate McCarthy was electric in her team’s four-point win over Collingwood to keep its unbeaten start to the AFLW in tact, kicking an incredible goal.
Joe’s plan to heal US-Australia rift
AFTER Malcolm Turnbull and Donald Trump’s leaked phone call made world headlines, Joe Hockey has a plan to reset the US-Australian alliance.
Woman surrenders to police after body found
UPDATE: A woman has surrended to police after another woman was found dead at a property in the state’s far north.
PM has claws out for fat cats
THE Federal Government is ready to launch a war against CEOs and public servants who are unfairly getting rich off Australian families.
Shark victim saved by his mates
THE hero mates of a young Queensland dad have been credited with saving his life after he was attacked by a shark while spear fishing at a remote reef.
Credit card price war looms
ONE of the nation’s biggest banks is preparing to cut credit card interest rates, triggering a long-overdue war that would save consumers $100m a year.
The little boy trapped in his own body
ALLAN and Vivian Hau have never given up hope their Nathan could one day be freed from a condition that has robbed him of a chance to move, talk and even hug them.
Coast riding a wave to the games
IT’S economy has grown by more than $3 billion in five years, but can the Gold Coast sustain the boom past next year’s Commonwealth Games?
Saldana welcomes third baby boy
ZOE Saldana and her husband Marco Perego have welcomed a third child and his name is as Hollywood as you’d expect.
‘He could end this’: Leah Remini
HOLLYWOOD star Tom Cruise holds incredible power in Scientology— and could be the one person to change it.
Jolie and kids return to spotlight
ANGELINA Jolie has kept a low profile since splitting with Brad Pitt, but she — and her six kids — have returned to the public eye.
Why it can only get better for Affleck
WITH Jennifer Garner finally filing for divorce and a string of box office flops, Ben Affleck is not feeling the love.
‘Mini-Steve Irwin’ wows Fallon
JIMMY Fallon couldn’t help but make the comparison with his late dad after Robert Irwin’s blistering Tonight Show debut.
How Kidman will take your breath away
NICOLE Kidman’s Big Little Lies co-star Reese Witherspoon says she delivered a standout scene all budding actors must watch.
Noelene was Paul’s secret weapon
SHE was arguably the founding member of Australia’s First Wives Club, but Noelene Hogan was also the unsung hero in Paul Hogan’s world.
Trump: ‘Life is a campaign’
WITH his presidency under the microscope, Donald Trump today traded Washington for a more supportive setting ... a rally led by his supporters.
Fourth North Korea suspect arrested
A FOURTH suspect has been arrested in relation to the death of Kim Jong Nam, the half- brother of North Korean leader, Kim Jong Un.
Charles, the activist king
PRINCE Charles’s views on climate change and other issues could create problems when he is king unless he adopts his mother’s famed discretion. But will the outspoken prince be silenced?
Tiny Trump meme is a big hit
DONALD Trump loves to talk himself up. But a new meme storming the internet is determined to pull him down a size or two.
Man arrested over Facebook Live shooting
A MAN has been arrested in the shooting deaths of two people, including a two-year-old boy, which was captured on Facebook Live.
Train derails in Belgium killing one
A PASSENGER train has toppled on its side en route to Brussels, killing one and injuring 20, two seriously.
Far-right leader calls immigrants ‘scum’
A DUTCH anti-Islam politician soaring in polls ahead of upcoming elections has launched a shocking attack on Moroccans in the country.
Watch: Bale’s perfect return within 13 minutes
GARETH Bale made an instant impact on his return from injury as Real Madrid extended their lead at the top of La Liga to four points with a 2-0 win over Espanyol.
Leckie goes from hero to villain in Bundesliga win
MATHEW Leckie helped Ingolstadt to the perfect start against Eintracht Frankfurt. But then his outing turned tragic after a vicious foul.
Live: Titans hit back, players injured
THE Titans have hit back in their pre-season trial against the Warriors. Meanwhile, Nathan Peats, Ryan Simpkins and Charlie Gubb have picked up injuries. Follow all the action live!
Ref’s revelation over THAT Sydney Derby decision
IT’S the moment that could have kept Sydney FC’s Invincibles run going. Now Sydney derby referee Chris Beath has made an admission over his call in the 92nd minute.
Durant’s awkward Westbrook snub
ALL eyes were on one of the NBA’s more famous feuds at the All-Star practice as Kevin Durant crossed paths with Russell Westbrook.
How NBL boss drove record breaking season
NBL EXECUTIVE director Larry Kestelman opens up on the competition’s record-breaking season, revealing how it has returned to the level it belongs after years of underachievement.
Video: Balotelli’s baffling red card
MARIO Balotelli was sent off on his return to the Nice team but Lucien Favre’s side held on for a 1-0 win, but the reason why is still confusing.
Credit card price war looms
ONE of the nation’s biggest banks is preparing to cut credit card interest rates, triggering a long-overdue war that would save consumers $100m a year.
‘Amazon effect’ will change how we shop
THE arrival of Amazon in Australia will have a dramatic impact on retailers and could prompt cheaper prices on everything from fashion to food.
Deadly cancer catch-22 costing lives
THE failure of Medicare to fund a $60 blood test means thousands of lung cancer patients won’t get access to a $150,000 life saving treatment.
Interest rate rise pain alert
MORTGAGE experts are predicting multiple interest rate rises this year which could see the average borrower’s hip pocket hit by an extra $89 per month.
The $7m push to get girls active
FEMALE footballers, rockclimbers and water polo players will feature in a new advertising blitz designed to inspire more Australian girls to take up sport.
Joyce: ‘No one gets ahead by being dopey’
THIS is Barnaby Joyce uncut. While he has a ‘warm’ relationship with Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull, he stopped short of calling them mates.
Babies ‘need’ to learn maths
PARENTS are being encouraged to teach babies as young as six months old basic maths as Australia continues to slide in global numeracy rankings.
Your modern first-aid kit
HERE are the latest tips on how to treat the most common and serious medical conditions so you’ll know exactly what to do if one strikes.
What social media is doing to your brain
SOCIAL media has the power to lower our attention spans, ruin our communication skills and change the way we value ourselves. But it all depends on how you use it.
Labor blew it on marriage equality
If Labor hadn’t claimed gay people were too fragile to handle debate, same-sex marriage might have been legalised this week, writes Miranda Devine.
What would a Bill Shorten Australia look like?
As the Turnbull government kicks more own goals, we should take a good hard look at what a Bill Shorten Australia would look like, writes Peta Credlin.
Verdict on Perry’s new burger joint
CELEBRITY chef Neil Perry been hard at work in the kitchen, and even wiping tables, as his new Brisbane burger joint opens to queues out the door.
Iconic Brisbane restaurant closing its doors
ONE of Brisbane’s most iconic restaurants will close the doors of its well-known CBD venue for the last time after almost 40 years. But all is not lost for fans of this much-loved favourite.
Pick the brains of today’s top innovators
AUSTRALIA’S innovators will soon be opening their doors in a festival designed to let the public explore the offices of Facebook, Uber, Airtasker, Data 61 and News Corp and learn how they innovate from the inside.
Man risks life to tap off Opal on bus inferno
A PASSENGER has gone to extreme lengths to ensure he tapped of his Opal card at the end of a journey.
The most hated man on Twitter
TWITTER has well and truly taught this cheating ex a lesson after a video of him talking to his heartbroken girlfriend went viral.
‘You should tone down your gayness’
A VETERAN police officer has alleged he was turned down for a promotion because of his sexuality, despite positive feedback and excellent test scores.
Investment rules for couples
INVESTING for couples requires more thought than simply making sure the assets are evenly spread.
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