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Steven Miles takes aim at PM over 'extraordinary attack' on Queensland Premier
The Health Minister suspects the attack was linked to the upcoming state election, saying: "Did you once see Scott Morrison talk about any of those states ... that don't have elections coming up?"
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Australia's product safety system failing our children, study finds
"Many people might be surprised to learn that products they buy in stores may not actually meet safety requirements," says Queensland researcher.
- by Stuart Layt
Iran executes wrestler, ignoring plea from Donald Trump, says state TV
The US President pleaded for Iran to cancel the execution of the 27-year-old wrestler, in a case that has drawn international attention.
- by Amir Vahdat
Coronavirus updates: Police arrest 14 protesters, issue 51 fines at Melbourne anti-lockdown rally
The arrests came as a man who allegedly tried to cross from Victoria into NSW three times in just over 24 hours prepared to face court on Sunday.
- by Roy Ward and Simone Fox Koob
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Queensland a mini Hollywood, but only for those with big-budget productions
Indie and low-budget filmmakers are struggling to get their projects off the ground as the state government focuses on attracting big productions.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Aussie Twitch streamers become refuge for young and lonely during lockdown
The number of Australian streamers making money from Twitch has risen by 350 per cent in the past two years.
- by Matt Bungard
Reds break Rebels' hearts to advance to Super Rugby final
The Queensland Reds were too strong for the Melbourne Rebels in their Super Rugby semi-final, setting up a meeting with the Brumbies next week.
- by Michael Lynch
'Don’t know why I sent more': Sally lost her entire savings to a love scam
More and more women are falling victim to dating scams that are leaving them traumatised and often destitute.
- by Johanna Leggatt
Queensland family forced to delay funeral so sister can avoid lonely farewell
Sydney woman gives up on trying to leave quarantine early to say goodbye to her father.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Queensland
Separation of protected habitats undermining their usefulness, study finds
The findings could spur countries to "join up" protected areas to make them more effective at preserving flora and fauna.
- by Stuart Layt
New fast rail push to get south-east Queensland's recovery on track
One of the state's leading entrepreneurs has thrown his weight behind a fast rail network for the south-east corner.
- by Tony Moore
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First the AFL, now the Australian Open could be heading Brisbane's way
Former president of Tennis Australia raises prospect of Brisbane or Sydney hosting a slimmed-down Open in 2021.
- by Sarah Danckert and Zoe Samios
Man who saved Australian basketball defends lying skipper of the Lady Pamela
NBL chief defends the character of Greg Numa, who was fined $4500 on Friday after lying to maritime authorities.
- by Toby Crockford
Queensland Premier promises extra staff for border exemptions
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has promised to enlist as many staff as needed to deal with border exemptions after federal ministers slammed her as cold-hearted.
- by Lydia Lynch
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'Lasting legacy': Former NSW premier John Fahey dies at 75
Fahey served as finance minister in John Howard's government before his retirement in 2001.
- by Megan Gorrey
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Australian recession
'Go early, go hard, go households': Recession lessons from Paul Keating
- by Jennifer Duke
Business
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Wage scandal
Million-dollar win for exploited refugee workers after 'most egregious' wage theft
A kerbside recycling company has paid about $1 million in back-pay after what a union described as one of Australia’s worst cases of wage theft.
- by Ben Schneiders and Royce Millar
'Heartbreaking devastation': Business leaders' lament for Melbourne
- by Darren Gray, Cara Waters and Dominic Powell
Opinion
Emissions
The problems climate activists still worry about are already solved
- by Ambrose Evans-Pritchard
World
Venezuela's Maduro says American spy captured near oil refinery
The Venezuelan President claims his government has detained a marine who was "captured with specialised weapons, large amounts of dollars and other items".
- by Sarah Kinosian
Opinion
Morrison can continue to divide – and occasionally conquer – but he'll miss his big opportunity
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Columnist and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
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Olympic swimmer Susie O'Neill sells family home for $3,055,000 at auction
Madame Butterfly is happy with the result for the riverfront home she bought after retiring from a stellar swimming career. The pool, of course, is a standout.
- by Elizabeth Redman
Spring planting: Twelve edibles to get in the ground now
By the time spring arrives, most of us are well and truly ready to wave goodbye to winter.
- by Byron Smith
Life & Culture
Cheers to history: 'Getting tipsy' on one of TV's wildest shows
Network 10's "Drunk History" is mostly about the boozing. But it also shines a light on some of our culture's unappreciated tales.
- by Robert Moran
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Balance of power tilts to Titans as Broncos record ninth straight loss
Gold Coast have beaten the Broncos twice in a season for the first time.
- by Phil Lutton
Seven calls for Big Bash League to be cancelled
The battle between Cricket Australia and its free-to-air broadcaster has escalated, with Seven calling for the BBL to be cancelled this season.
- by Jon Pierik and Andrew Wu
Raiders smash dire Dragons to sound NRL finals warning
The Green Machine turned on the afterburners in the second half to record their biggest win over the Red V.
- by Adrian Proszenko
Young talent time: Thiem to meet Zverev in US Open final
Alexander Zverev rallied to reach his first grand slam final, while Dominic Thiem won in straight sets.
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Australian cricket
Australia dismantle England after stellar performance by Hazlewood
Josh Hazlewood has secured Australia a 19-run win in their first one-day international against England.
- by Jon Pierik
Fierce win in Makybe Diva, Russian Camelot on song
Few horses have produced the sort of form Fierce Impact has over the past 12 months and the Matthew Smith-trained entire continued his elite-level consistency.
- by Damien Ractliffe
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NRL 2020
'I was unresponsive, grey, choking. If I was living by myself, I’d be dead'
Jarrod Mullen's life spiralled out of control when he was banned for four years after testing positive to steroids. In an exclusive interview, he reveals how he's made his way back.
- by Andrew Webster
Have Your Say
Who really deserves the credit for Penrith's success?
"Victory has a hundred fathers," said John F. Kennedy, "and defeat is an orphan".
