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Sally’s kids ‘happy without her’
EXCLUSIVE: Charles Miranda CHILD-snatch mum Sally Faulkner has been told she will never see her children again — and that they’re happy in Beirut without her.
Vegemite vitamin claims ‘extraordinary’
HEALTH experts have criticised claims that taking Vitamin B3 which is found in foods like Vegemite, can prevent millions of miscarriages and birth defects.
Jay’s energy plan a ‘dangerous experiment’ — PM
MALCOLM Turnbull has dubbed South Australia’s energy plan an “experiment” that should have been conducted behind closed doors.
Actually, you can’t buy a house for $1
THE Federal Court has found property spruiker Rick Otton engaged in misleading or deceptive conduct in a book and DVD called ‘How to Buy a House for $1’.
High Court moves on same-sex marriage
A PUSH by equality advocates to stop a planned postal plebiscite on same-sex marriage will be heard in the High Court.
Keating: Kim’s toast without nukes
EX-PRIME minister Paul Keating says North Korea won’t give up nuclear weapons since it would likely spell the end of the regime.
THE WEEK IN PICTURES
FEAST your eyes on an adorable baby snow leopard in Germany, the quirky dancers of Swan Lake in Scotland, and the last race for an Olympic legend in London.
Australia’s stunning wildlife
JUSTIN Gilligan, who has won the 2017 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year, has given us a glimpse of life in the deep blue with his eye-opening collection of images
Winter magic Prepare for midweek warm spell
SYDNEY’S coast is looking more like the French Riviera due to a cold front making its way up the coast. But expect things to warm up with temperatures to top 25 degrees by Tuesday.
Big bucks Still no bites for $27m mansion
THE Brambles chairman Stephen Johns and wife Michele Bender have secured the sale of their $7m Darling Point apartment, but their $25-to-$27 million Bellevue home has had no takers.
Childhood cancers Pill ‘stunning’ at shrinking tumours
A TEAM of Queensland researchers say they have discovered a drug that could hold the key to treating brain tumours in children. And the best thing about it is it’s already on the market.
Court claims PR queen caught in ‘terrifying campaign of harassment’
A PROMINENT Brisbane businesswoman claims she has been living in fear of her military-trained ex-partner, who is accused of stalking her at home and work.
Suppression orders Court secrecy ‘ineffective’ against the internet: Judge
EXCLUSIVE: Social media and the internet have blunted the power of suppression orders because the public commonly searches online for information about alleged criminals, a senior judge says.
New restaurant Paleo Pete’s big Port Lincoln push
AN unlikely friendship between a printing magnate and a celebrity chef is driving well-heeled new interest in regional Port Lincoln.
Industry pledge Pay shift to help tip truckies
TIP-truck drivers could see a pay-by-the-load system replaced with hourly rates on government projects amid rising accidents.
Glamour girl Elyse ditches glitz for Block reno blitz
SHE is best known as a swimsuit model, but underestimate The Block’s Elyse Knowles at your peril.
Powerful winds 'Destructive storm' to hit WA
THE most destructive storm of the year is bearing down on south western WA, as authorities warn of powerful winds gusting at up to 125kmh.
Serious injuries Woman run over while camping
A WOMAN has suffered serious injuries after being run over while camping on a beach in Broome.
Property report State of growth
THERE has been an impressive number of houses sold so far this year in Tasmania, a REIT report revealed.
Traffic congestion Love affair with cars still growing
DESPITE increasing traffic congestion, Tasmania’s reliance on cars is growing stronger. We own more cars per capita than any other state and this year the island acquired cars at the nation’s fastest rate.
Luke Gosling writes Same-sex marriage plebiscite to give bigots a platform
THE costly same-sex marriage plebiscite will give a platform for bigots to speak out, LUKE GOSLING writes
Music awards Contentious hit song wins top gong
DYNAMIC duo A.B. Original’s contentious song January 26, has won NIMA’s top gong at Darwin Amphitheatre
Police career keeps giving
GEELONG police officer Emma Bartel might be small in stature, but it’s her tenacity that makes her a big asset to the force.
Mum’s plea: ‘It’s about saving lives’
A GOLD Coast mum believes she knows why she had to endure “two months of torture” caring for her sick daughter. Now she simply wants the authorities to warn others.
Missing teenager found safe and well
UPDATE: A Cairns teenager who was reported missing has been located safe and well.
Car and motorbike collide in CBD
A COLLISION occurred between a vehicle and a motorbike in Townsville’s CBD around 3pm.
