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LGAQ warns of ‘witch-hunt’ as Ipswich City Council mounts its defence
Ipswich’s third mayor in 12 months has mounted a defence of his city’s elected representatives as the state government threatens to dismiss the entire council.
- by Mark Solomons, Felicity Caldwell & Tony Moore
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'Be alert but not alarmed' about mammoth CBA breach
Privacy experts said even if something similar happened again, the bank might not have to disclose it under new laws.
- by Ben Grubb
Brisbane City Council says no to plastic straw ban
Despite opposition pressure after other Queensland councils enforced a ban, Brisbane will keep using plastic straws.
- by Ruth McCosker
Ten to fight $1 sale of stake in broadcast towers
The network vows to appeal a court ruling that will allow rivals Seven and Nine to seize control of the towers for $1.
- by Jennifer Duke
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ABC boss writes grovelling apology to Kevin Rudd
The ABC has issued a grovelling apology to former prime minister Kevin Rudd as 'Cabinet Files' scoop backfires.
- by Latika Bourke
Payne Haas down, Broncos claw way back in 22-20 win
A brutal reality check to their boom prop didn't stop Brisbane edging Canterbury 22-20 in the clash at Suncorp Stadium.
- by Laine Clark
Manhunt in Brisbane's inner west follows knife attack
The search using Polair and dog squads focused on the suburb of Taringa after a man was stabbed in a home on Tuesday.
- by Toby Crockford
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Coalition and Labor show dangerous complacency before budget
There is a case to be made for income tax cuts. And the political imperative is clear. But it comes at a cost.
David Crowe
Why I'm barely on talking terms with Apple and Amazon's ladies in a can
“Here’s what I found on the web about your creeping sense of existential dread, JB.”
John Birmingham
What being funny can do for your career
Being funny at work can help you get ahead, as long as you don't undermine your credibility.
Caitlin Fitzsimmons
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Disgruntled XXXX workers planning to target State of Origin blockbuster
- by Warren Barnsley & Laura Polson
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ABC boss Michelle Guthrie writes grovelling apology to Kevin Rudd
The ABC has issued a grovelling apology to former prime minister Kevin Rudd in a bid to fend off legal action.
- by Latika Bourke
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Be alert but not alarmed about mammoth CBA breach, say experts
Privacy experts said even if a similar breach happened again, the bank might not be required to disclose it under new notification laws.
- by Ben Grubb
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Dirty birds: Red Rooster, Oporto franchisees on 'verge of bankruptcy'
- by Cara Waters
Entertainment
Inside the trippy feminist reimagining of Picnic at Hanging Rock
It took plenty of courage and a fair bit of conviction to revisit one of the most famous stories in Australian film and literature.
- by Karl Quinn
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Australian series' own Dr McDreamy to return after ABC gives green light
ABC's sleeper hit Harrow will feature a second season, and it will bring back its handsome international star Ioan Gruffudd.
- by Nathanael Cooper
Radio ratings: 97.3FM and HIT105 tie for Brisbane breakfast top spot
- by Amy Mitchell-Whittington
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Macca's run: Can you eat McDonald's for a week and keep fit?
Our fitness writer is putting McDonald's supposedly-healthy choices to the test.
- by Michael Jarosky
Parenting a defiant child: how to know when to get help
Some children's tantrums, irritability and defiance well exceed that of their peers.
- by David J Hawes
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Haas down, Broncos claw way back with 22-20
A brutal reality check to boom prop Payne Haas did not stop Brisbane edging Canterbury 22-20 in their NRL clash at Suncorp Stadium.
- by Laine Clark
Justin Langer leaves door open for David Warner
The former vice-captain appears increasingly likely to play a part in Australia's defence of the World Cup and Ashes in England next year.
- by Andrew Wu
