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Second case of coronavirus confirmed in Queensland as dozens tested
The 42-year-old woman from China was in the same tour group as the state's first victim, as authorities test 41 people across the state.
- by Stuart Layt and Toby Crockford
Queensland Ballet tour cancelled after choreographer suspended over sexual misconduct claims
The star choreographer, Briton Liam Scarlett, was accused of being sexually inappropriate with ballet students in London.
- by Nick Miller
Australian dual-citizens face being trapped in Wuhan
Australians trapped in the middle of the coronavirus epidemic face being forced to stay or split up their families.
- by Anthony Galloway, Eryk Bagshaw and Rachel Clun
The Queensland communities at risk of running dry in 2020
Goondiwindi could be the next major town to run out of water, as 29 communities across the state face the prospect of tapping back-up supplies this year.Â
- by Matt Dennien
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Protesters seen but not heard as council refuses loud noises
A protest against the religious discrimination bill will march from King George Square to Speakers' Corner on Saturday afternoon.
- by Lucy Stone
Italian cruise ship with 7000 on board locked down amid coronavirus scare
The ship was blocked from leaving port after a passenger displayed symptoms.
- by Alberto Brambilla, Jonathan Levin and John Follain
Minister flags 'big opportunity' in post-Brexit trade deal with UK
The government says a new free-trade deal could shake up competition.
- by Bevan Shields
Uni degree no longer guarantees job security in growing gig economy
Gigging has now spread to big business and careers such as law.
- by Anna Patty
Wounded Federer in gallant loss to Djokovic
Roger Federer's gruelling Australian Open campaign is over after a straight sets loss to Novak Djokovic.
- by Michael Gleeson
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Queensland
Library fines fall and food flows by the tonne under Brisbane amnesty
Under the scheme, residents donated more than 21 tonnes of food to charity over the holiday season.
- by Lucy Stone
Brisbane man jailed over woman's drug-debt torture
The 47-year-old failed to step in to help the victim as she was tortured over a $1200 debt.
- by Aaron Bunch
Anti-LGBTQ petitions to stay on Brisbane council website
Lord mayor insists council will assess all petitions "on merit", despite guidelines banning offensive language.
- by Lucy Stone
Labor set to reveal stance on decriminalising drugs in Queensland
On Friday the government is expected to respond to recommendations to help reduce prison overcrowding.
- by Lydia Lynch
Cairns Airport on high alert over coronavirus concerns
As Hainan Airlines increases flights to north Queensland, the airport has introduced measures to head off a coronavirus outbreak.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
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Fortescue monitors coronavirus outbreak as fears shut Chinese ports
- by Nick Toscano and Hamish Hastie
Uber flags suspension of drivers, passengers exposed to coronavirus
Rideshare giant Uber will temporarily suspend the accounts of drivers if they’re exposed to coronavirus.
- by Tom Rabe
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Australians will need to pay $1000 to be evacuated from Wuhan
Australians trapped at the heart of the coronavirus outbreak will have to pay $1000 to be evacuated from Wuhan to quarantine on Christmas Island.
- by Anthony Galloway and Eryk Bagshaw
Politics
Attorney-General set to unveil wage theft bill
Christian Porter is preparing to put his promised wage theft bill to cabinet in the coming weeks.
- by Dana McCauley
Business
Regulator hits Optus with $504,000 fine for spamming customers
The telco sent text messages and marketing emails to consumers who had unsubscribed from receiving such messages, the ACMA found.
- by Zoe Samios
Boeing posts first annual loss in two decades as 737 MAX costs soar to $28b
- by Ankit Ajmera and David Shepardson
World
Mike Pompeo says China is the 'central threat of our times' amid Huawei talks
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo vowed never to send intelligence through a network America couldn't trust, declaring China the central threat of our time.
- by Latika Bourke
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The $20 million penthouse sits on the biggest privately-owned luxury residential cruise ship, which cruises into Australia in early 2020.
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The 'bargain' property for sale in a prestige suburb for just $400,000
It's a rock-bottom price but there's just one slight hitch for those wanting to buy a unique property in this tightly held beachside suburb.
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Life & Culture
Game on: Eurovision veteran says Australian win is possible
Eurovision producer Jon Ola Sand talks diplomacy, global expansion and Australia's chance at the Eurovision crown.
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Sport
'We learn, we move on': Barty upbeat despite exit
World No.1 Ashleigh Barty knows she was "two points away from winning that in straight sets" but she refuses to dwell on a heartbreaking exit from the Australian Open in the semi-finals.
- by Scott Spits
Opinion
Australian Open
Barty, No.1 aunty, takes disappointment in her stride
The moment Ash Barty appeared cradling her 11-week-old niece, you knew she was going to be all right.
- by Greg Baum
Broncos enforcer vows not to curb aggression in 2020
Brisbane enforcer Tevita Pangai says he won't be curbing his aggression when he returns from his latest suspension.
- by Laine Clark
Reds captain set for bruising Super Rugby start
Liam Wright will begin his Queensland Reds Super Rugby captaincy sporting 17 stitches and a black eye.
- by Murray Wenzel
Ex-Tiger already influencing Suns
Gold Coast co-captain David Swallow already believes recruit Brandon Ellis is providing a winning influence to the AFL club.
- by Ed Jackson
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A-League
Shrewsbury Town cult hero was offered to A-League clubs
A-League clubs were recently eyeing the half-Aussie striker who put two goals past Liverpool in this week's FA Cup.
- by Vince Rugari and Dominic Bossi
Big Bash TV ratings down on Foxtel, Seven
Cricket Australia have been hit with falling numbers in the stands and in living rooms.
- by Andrew Wu
Have Your Say
Federer continues to stare down the sunset
When Roger Federer lost to Stefanos Tsitsipas in the fourth round of last year’s Australian Open, John McEnroe declared it to be the changing of the guard. Pfft, said Federer, more or less.
