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Coronavirus outbreak
'The shock is very significant': Treasurer promises coronavirus stimulus package
The Morrison government will deliver a multibillion-dollar stimulus package as coronavirus paralyses critical parts of the economy.
- by Eryk Bagshaw and Shane Wright
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Defamation
LGAQ boss threatened to bankrupt critics with defamation suits, review told
A review of Australia's defamation laws has heard allegations the head of Queensland's local government association threatened critics, including an Ipswich mayoral candidate.
- by Mark Solomons
Australia records second death as Italy prepares to close schools
Australia has recorded its second death linked to the coronavirus outbreak, as Italy prepared measures to cancel all public events, and other countries scrambled to control the outbreak.
- by Jenny Noyes
Brisbane coronavirus student's housemate tests negative in shock result
It came after Queensland chief health officer Dr Jeannette Young said it was "highly likely" the housemate had COVID-19.
- by Toby Crockford and Stuart Layt
More top stories
Semi-trailer carrying load of toilet paper catches fire on Gateway Bridge
Shelves across the country have been stormed in recent days by shoppers stockpiling the suddenly precious commodity, despite the advice of authorities.
- by Matt Dennien
Opinion
Superannuation
Why I'm a super party pooper: we need cash for homes now, not to retire on
While retirees hoard too much wealth, the rest of us need money to buy homes and to live on.
- by Jessica Irvine
Protesters target Queensland resource sector women's day breakfast
The protester locked himself to a car outside the event, briefly blocking traffic.
- by Matt Dennien and Lydia Lynch
Stabbed Brisbane police dog Kaos returns to work next weekend
The canine will join his handler, Senior Constable James "Jimmy" Griffiths.
- by Toby Crockford
Opinion
Veganism
Nobody is forcing you to eat a meat-free pie
Just because brands are making their products more accessible to others, doesn't mean you're being forgotten.
- by Matt Bungard
In Other News
Queensland
'Peek before you pee': Snakes slithering into Brisbane and Ipswich sewers
Residents are urged to check their home's overflow relief gully.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Federal minister had better cough up cash for Queensland: Kate Jones
Tourism operators are already laying off casual staff following the outbreak.
- by Lydia Lynch
Man drowns bodyboarding off North Stradbroke Island
The 20-year-old was spotted face down about 60m offshore within 10 minutes of entering the water.
- by Toby Crockford
Murder accused befriended Queensland fire victim's partner, court told
A woman accused of murder probed victim's friend about the investigation.
Brisbane mayoral candidates ballot draw revealed
Lord mayoral hopefuls have been given their places on the ballot slip to be filled out by ratepayers on March 28.
- by Lucy Stone
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CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
Gallipoli dawn service under threat due to coronavirus outbreak
The coronavirus outbreak and security concerns in Turkey are threatening to force the cancellation of the Gallipoli Anzac Day dawn service.
- by Rob Harris
Travel ban set to be extended as fears grow over the 'new Hubei'
Travel restrictions on Italy and South Korea are being considered at the highest levels of the Morrison government.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Politics
PwC predicts deficit of up to $25b as government tailors stimulus plan
PricewaterhouseCoopers suggests the government's promised budget surplus is already gone with the economy at dire risk of succumbing to a recession.
- by Shane Wright and Jennifer Duke
Exclusive
Domestic violence
Women's safety could be improved 'within weeks', campaigners say
- by Judith Ireland
Business
$15b Vodafone-TPG merger to go ahead after ACCC decides not to appeal
ACCC chair said the regulator was "disappointed" with the outcome.
- by Zoe Samios
World
Michael Bloomberg drops out of race, endorses Joe Biden
Bloomberg spent at least $948 million to win the Democratic nomination but bombed out on Super Tuesday..
- by Matthew Knott
Opinion
Our economy needs serious help, and it needs it now
Angela Jackson
Burundi friendship reveals the sharp truth about Margaret Court
Greg Callaghan
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Property bydomain
Building firm collapses, causing job losses and leaving homes unfinished
Some have been waiting up to three years for their renovation or new build to be finished and face paying even more after the company was wound up.
- by Melissa Heagney
First-home buyer numbers up despite house prices increasing
Affordability has declined over the past quarter but that hasn't dissuaded first-time buyers, who have increased in almost every state and territory.
- by Tawar Razaghi
Life & Culture
Opinion
Body language
'Helping no one': The role we all play in the obesity epidemic
Blaming individuals for finding themselves stuck in a spiral is as futile as it is short-sighted.
- by Sarah Berry
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Sport
Nick Kyrgios has incurred $50,000 in fines at Queen's in two years. He's signed up again
Nick Kyrgios is the latest big name to commit to the Queen's tournament ahead of Wimbledon.
- by Andy Sims
Australians crushed by South Africa in second ODI
Australia's Pat Cummins had a horror day as his Proteas counterpart Lungi Ngidi took six wickets to clinch the ODI series.
- by Michael Ramsey
Socceroos' World Cup qualifiers likely to be postponed
The AFC is discussing with FIFA to postpone all competitive games in the March and June international windows.
- by Dominic Bossi
SCG curator confident semi won't be washed out
Adam Lewis and his team worked a miracle to get the BBL final under way at the SCG last month.
- by Tom Decent
FFA set to call for expressions of interest in A-League second tier
There is still no certainty around how much it will cost or when it will be played.
- by Vince Rugari
Queensland to host two EPL teams in July
Two English Premier League clubs will play the Roar – and each other – during an off-season tour to Queensland in July.
- by Lydia Lynch
Analysis
NRL 2020
Will suburban grounds really bring back NRL crowds?
Romantic memories of bumper attendances at grounds like Kogarah and Leichhardt may be built on an illusion.
- by Roy Masters
Have Your Say
Put simply? NRL has grown up and it's for the best we all follow suit
History will show that the NRL's positions on the allegedly contentious parts of the Simply The Best ad were correct.
