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Regular weekend gathering in Brisbane park turns into 12 murder charges
The ambush took the life of Girum Mekonnen, 19. He has been described as a "sweet, kind boy" who "had the biggest heart".
- by Toby Crockford
CHO says Premier did not breach virus directives after negative test
Queensland's Chief Health Officer said the Premier did not need to get tested because a loss of voice wasn't a recognised COVID-19 symptom.
- by Stuart Layt
Australia cannot wait for climate decision to save Reef: foundation
Practical steps to regrow coral and save threatened ecosystems must take place while the world decides how to reduce warming oceans, the Great Barrier Reef Foundation argues.
- by Tony Moore
From B student to billionaire: the man who built Netflix
He makes no apologies for Netflix’s extreme workplace culture.
- by Konrad Marshall
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Former Pence adviser says Trump bungled COVID-19
Trump suggested virus would stop him from having to shake hands with "disgusting people", Olivia Troye said.
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Broncos edge closer to wooden spoon
Clint Gutherson was excellent as the Eels marched towards a top-four finish with a 26-12 win over Brisbane.
- by Christian Nicolussi
Please, no more euphemisms. My mother died
Instead of 'I'm sorry for your loss', can't we just tell it like it is?
- by Jacqui Taffel
Qld to allow travel from ACT in time for school holidays
ACT residents will be allowed to travel to Queensland next Friday.
- by Stuart Layt
Australian judge James Spigelman resigns from Hong Kong court
Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam said in a government gazette published on Friday that she had "revoked the appointment" of James Spigelman.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
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Emergency services
Baby, children among eight plucked from sea after fleeing sinking vessel
The people were recovered from the water at midday by a merchant vessel.
- by Lucy Stone and Jocelyn Garcia
Two Drews use ruse they hope can't lose as UQ voters choose
The suspended university student has pulled off a stunt he hopes will get him back on the University of Queensland Senate.
- by Lucy Stone
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Crime
Thirteenth arrest over fatal Brisbane park fight
The latest arrest was brought to the Brisbane Watch House and pulled their shirt up to cover their face.
- by Toby Crockford
Queensland MP resigns, triggering byelection
Veteran Queensland MP John McVeigh has resigned his federal seat of Groom, effective immediately.
- by Stuart Layt
Straddie's future has reached a 'fork in the road': Mayor
A Native Title ruling in 2011 granted the Quandamooka people "non-exclusive access" to almost 23,000 hectares.
- by Tony Moore
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Superannuation could be the next 'Mediscare' as super wars reach boiling point
The battle between the federal government and the superannuation sector is far from over.
- by Jennifer Duke
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'Public interest journalism is important': Government gives AAP $5m
- by Lisa Visentin and Zoe Samios
Hotel quarantine verdict is in as international arrival caps lift
- by Katina Curtis and Dana McCauley
Tax cuts in the budget as job figures show strength of gig economy
- by Shane Wright and Jennifer Duke
Business
Moderna and Pfizer reveal secret blueprints for vaccine trials
Two pharma companies leading the race to develop coronavirus vaccines have released comprehensive road maps of how they are evaluating their products.
- by Denise Grady and Katie Thomas
World
Australian judge James Spigelman resigns from Hong Kong court
Hong Kong's Chief Executive Carrie Lam said in a government gazette published on Friday that she had "revoked the appointment" of James Spigelman.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
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'I don’t mind people walking sand inside': At home with Lorna Jane
Almost 30 years on, Lorna Jane Clarkson is still enjoying running a successful global business.
- by Jane Rocca
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Bookshop refuses to stock JK Rowling novels over 'transphobia' furore
A WA bookstore owner who this week pulled copies of JK Rowling's Harry Potter series from his shop's shelves has described the reaction from some members of the public as "pretty disgusting".
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NRL 2020 LIVE: Eels beat Broncos as Panthers claim minor premiership
Penrith shoot for a 14th win in a row before Brisbane aim to spring an upset and hand last spot back to the Bulldogs. Live coverage from 5.40pm.
- by Adam Pengilly
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Heart rules the head: NRL players looking out for each other amid concussion fears
With the spotlight on the long-lasting effects of blows to the head in sport, it's great to see stars putting their colleagues' health first on the field.
- by Peter FitzSimons
FFA to accelerate A-League independence but model yet to be finalised
The FFA has given the green light for the clubs to own the A-League by next season although some crucial details still need to be worked out.
- by Dominic Bossi
How the Quade-led, 'bullet-shooting' Reds inspired a teenage Tom Wright
The Queensland Reds may have been the team that inspired a teenage Tom Wright but they are the only club left standing him and Super Rugby AU glory.
- by Sam Phillips
'I really thought it was a lost cause': The 100-year wait for 1.3 seconds of Olympic glory
For a century, men played water polo at the Olympics and women did not. So when Australia's women ended up with gold medals around their necks in Sydney, it wasn't just for those in the pool that glorious day.
- by Adam Pengilly
Welch forced to undergo testing after inviting guest into Sunshine Coast hub
The NRL integrity unit was briefed on a potential breach of virus protocols.
- by Sarah Keoghan
AFL players struggle to get insurance coverage for concussion
The payout to Shaun Smith raising questions about their coverage.
- by Peter Ryan
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Nine hasn't bid for rugby rights - RA says it has
Rugby Australia has been indicating to its rights holders that a rival broadcaster had submitted a bid. It hasn't.
