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NSW goes back to square one on border target as insults fly
The winding back of the border clock comes as personal attacks kept flying between Queensland Deputy Premier Steven Miles and two senior federal government MPs.
- by Lydia Lynch and Toby Crockford
Three more COVID-19 restrictions lifted in Queensland
This means the promised 30,000 crowd capacity for the AFL grand final at the Gabba on October 24 will be possible.
- by Toby Crockford
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LNP promises to claw back $200 million pledge to Virgin
Shadow Treasurer Tim Mander said the money should have been put into tourism instead, prompting a fast rebuke from his Labor counterpart for putting the deal in "jeopardy".
- by Lydia Lynch and Matt Dennien
Two test positive on cargo ship off coast
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk will increase the number of people allowed in Queensland's stadiums, zoos, theme parks and other venues with outdoor spaces. The cases do not count towards Queensland’s tally until they come into the state later today.
- by Kate Rose
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Settlement with Miranda Devine in Quaden Bayles' best interests: judge
The settlement includes payment of a "not insubstantial" sum, Federal Court Justice Anna Katzmann said. That figure is reportedly in the order of almost $200,000.
- by Michaela Whitbourn
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Waleed Aly: Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death may mean Trump will be re-elected
The composition of our High Court is never so party political as in America.
- by Waleed Aly
Brisbane posties, police, pedestrians all magpie targets in hot spots
Brisbane City Council has received more than 900 complaints of swooping birds.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
'It only took 99 years': Vincent Namatjira wins 2020 Archibald Prize
Namatjira is the first Indigenous winner in the prize's 99-year history.
- by Linda Morris
Retailer threatens to shut 350 stores if landlords don't budge on rent
The fashion retailer has warned it is prepared to close as many as 350 stores.
- by Dominic Powell
Queensland
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Corruption
Protected species: Why it took a dog to sniff out Paul Pisasale
Corrupt former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale's convictions raise awkward questions for the loyal army of supporters he had in politics, local government and the media.
- by Mark Solomons
Three more charged over Surfers Paradise death
Raymond Harris, 27, was stabbed in the torso with a hunting knife on Wednesday and died shortly after in hospital.
- by Toby Crockford
Club giving meals to homeless fined at Gabba
Volunteers hit with six parking tickets near The Gabba on an event day.
- by Lucy Stone
'My daughter's guinea pigs were strangled': Miller claims intimidation
Retired Bundamba Labor MP says her family faced intimidation after she raised complaints against Paul Pisasale.
- by Matt Dennien
CHO says Queensland cruises still a long way down the track
Jeannette Young says it is not safe to begin even Queensland-only cruising.
- by Tony Moore
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'Our economy has been hit hard': Budget deficit blows out to record $85.3b
Last financial year's budget deficit surpasses the last record of $54.5 billion in 2009-10 following stimulus measures from the Rudd government to help Australia weather the global financial crisis.
- by Jennifer Duke
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PM warned 'reactive' approach leaving aged care vulnerable
- by Dana McCauley
Business
Echoes of the GFC: The US could be repeating its 2009 mistakes
The US economy has emerged from the first six months of the pandemic in far better shape than many feared. But it is losing steam, and there are fears it will lead to permanent damage.
- by Ben Casselman and Jeanna Smialek
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World markets
ASX set to edge higher after rocky Wall Street session
- by Stan Choe, Damian Troise and Alex Veiga
World
'Cases are increasing, deaths will follow': Summer of fun over for Europe
Britain's top health advisers warn the number of new infections might hit 50,000 a day, twice the number Australia has recorded for the entire year.
- by Bevan Shields
Trump faces challenges even in red states, poll shows
- by Alexander Burns and Jonathan Martin
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Is it better to rent or buy? Why this couple quit the first-home buyer race
The coronavirus lockdown forced this young family to make a tough decision: stay in their tiny rental and keep saving to buy? Or sacrifice their savings to rent and be happier in a bigger home?
- by Pauline Morrissey
Will property still be overpriced after house prices have fallen?
Some economists predict prices to fall 10 per cent from their peak, but experts say that would still leave property overpriced, and unaffordable.
- by Jim Malo
Life & Culture
Why Trent Dalton needed to ‘run a mile’ from his hit debut novel
The bestselling author says his new book, All Our Shimmering Skies, is the one he always wanted to write.
- by Melanie Kembrey
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Langer's tribute to Jones as Cricket Australia plans commemoration
Cricket will find a way to commemorate Dean Jones, as Australian coach Justin Langer paid tribute by saying he had revolutionised the game
- by Jon Pierik
Who would have won Freeman v Perec in 2000? This coach isn't sure
The man who coached both women is wistful at the missed opportunity to witness a great race.
- by Michael Gleeson
Nadal faces Gerasimov, Williams plays Ahn
As many as 10 Australians could feature in the opening round as Rafael Nadal and Serena Williams again chase history.
- by Jerome Pugmire
'Wonderful soul': Tributes pour in for Dean Jones
The local and international cricket community joined political leaders and sports lovers to grieve Jones' death.
- by Paul Sakkal
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NRL 2020
Brisbane clinch wooden spoon as dire season ends
Darius Boyd tried his best in his farewell game but it wasn't enough to prevent Brisbane finishing last in the table.
- by Phil Lutton
Lions' Andrews, Neale named in All-Australian team
Patrick Dangerfield claimed an an eighth All-Australian honour, and the captaincy.
- by Michael Gleeson
Origin III eyeing 75 per cent capacity after AFL trial
The biggest NRL and AFL games could have bigger crowds after a successful COVID-safe trial in Bay 13 of the Gabba.
- by Adrian Proszenko
Have Your Say
The end of an error: Brisbane's hellish season and the mountain ahead
There will be some respite at last for Broncos fans on Friday but the path back to the top will be hindered by roster limitations and the rise of local rivals.
