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More than 1m votes to be cast before LNP reveals how it plans to fund promises
Shadow treasurer Tim Mander says doing so now would make the rest of the campaign "boring". Here's what both parties have pledged so far.
- by Lydia Lynch and Matt Dennien
Palaszczuk warns of LNP 'chaos' and pledges euthanasia vote if re-elected
At Labor's campaign launch on Sunday, the Premier announced several new jobs initiatives and said her party would introduce voluntary assisted dying legislation within months.
- by Matt Dennien
'A turning point': LNP vows to irrigate drought-riddled western Queensland
Deb Frecklington told her party's campaign launch on Sunday that the LNP would build the biggest dam Australia had ever seen.
- by Lydia Lynch
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Coronavirus pandemic
New 25km bubble as Premier reveals lockdown rules for Victoria
After just two new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, Daniel Andrews has unveiled the latest version of his road map out of restrictions.
- by Ashleigh McMillan
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US set for record turnout as voters rush to cast early ballots
Democrats have been returning their ballots at higher rates than Republicans, who are more inclined to vote in-person on election day.
- by Matthew Knott
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Brownlow Medal
Brownlow Medal 2020: AFL's night of nights goes virtual
Brisbane's Lachie Neale will be hard to beat after playing just 17 matches in the shortened season.
- by Scott Spits
'Maybe sunlight could be the best vaccine': Pete Evans endorses anti-vax party
The controversial chef says hugs might also provide protection against disease.
- by Lydia Lynch
Vixens win classic Super Netball grand final over Fever in Brisbane
The Melbourne Vixens defeated the West Coast Fever in an absolute classic.
- by Anthony Colangelo
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Bledisloe Cup
Wallabies no match for the All Blacks at Eden Park
Sunday’s 27-7 loss rammed home just how hard it is to slay the All Blacks at Eden Park.
- by Tom Decent
QUEENSLAND DECIDES
Grace Grace: The 'cheeky' schoolgirl charged with running education in Qld
Brisbane Times sits down with the "Italian mamma" of the Labor Party.
- by Lydia Lynch
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LNP taking on water in latest Queensland polling, but says it has a plan
"I think if anything, we need to f---ing go hard on the negatives this week. Call these guys out as liars and incompetent," one LNP insider said.
- by Lydia Lynch and Toby Crockford
Queensland
Woman's body found near damaged car on motorway
Police found the body after being called to investigate a car stopped dangerously on the Pacific Motorway.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Passenger fighting for life after being thrown from motorcycle with rider
The bike was believed to have clipped a car's bumper in south-east Brisbane.
- by Jocelyn Garcia
Townsville mayor Jenny Hill will not step down ahead of court date over fatal crash
The 60-year-old was involved in a collision with a Suzuki motorbike on January 30, when a 33-year-old male rider was killed.
- by Toby Crockford
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QLD Votes 2020
COVID-19 particles found in Brisbane, Sunshine Coast sewerage
Also, the state opposition leader is not happy she wasn't told by the Chief Health Officer about an easing of restrictions.
- by Lydia Lynch and Toby Crockford
Premier, Transport Minister unaware expert referred Cross River Rail to Auditor-General
Infrastructure expert David Bannister, who worked on the project from 2009 to 2016, made the referral.
- by Toby Crockford and Tony Moore
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Basil Zempilas defeats Di Bain to become Perth's lord mayor
The Seven West Media commentator won 29 per cent of the vote on Saturday night, defeating former ABC journalist Di Bain by 284 votes in a nail-biting contest.
- by Marta Pascual Juanola
Chief Minister Andrew Barr keeps grip on power in ACT election
- by Nick Bonyhady and Rachael Dexter
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Surprise! Berejiklian takes part in a time-honoured political tradition
- by Andrew Hornery
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Crown Unmasked
Investors have had a gutful of Crown and its 'butt-covering' board
Crown chairman Helen Coonan's lack of remorse about the casino giant's culture and behaviour won't go down well with investors, who have had a gutful.
- by Adele Ferguson
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Ardern to crack on with government, won't comment on Greens alliance
Jacinda Ardern won't be drawn on whether the Greens will be part of her next government, which will be formed in a matter of weeks.
- by James Massola
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'I think it's horrendous, actually': The Block judge feels taunted
One team's styling choice sends Neale Whitaker into a spin as working from home needs top the judges' mind this week.
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Shelley and Tom Banders were drawn to the South Gippsland area after visiting the region as day-trippers and weekend visitors.
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'More a true crime film': Documentary details failings in the US response to COVID-19
Oscar-winning director Alex Gibney believes his latest film can influence the result of the presidential election.
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Bledisloe Cup
Wallabies can only blame themselves after letting golden opportunity slip
Pressure caused some mistakes, but Dave Rennie will demand more of his players upon their return to Australia.
- by Paul Cully
Shane van Gisbergen triumphs at Bathurst
The Kiwi finally got the monkey off his back after he and Garth Tander charged to victory in an incident-packed finale.
- by Michael Lynch
'He's a very special player': All Blacks unearth next Lomu
Caleb Clarke was the All Blacks' best in just his second Test, and the star rookie is drawing Jonah Lomu comparisons.
- by Sam Phillips
'I want Cam Smith's jersey': Koroisau eyes ultimate grand final keepsake
A second premiership ring would be special but the Penrith hooker is eyeing off an even rarer piece of memorabilia.
- by Adrian Proszenko
Vixens win classic Super Netball grand final over Fever in Brisbane
The Melbourne Vixens defeated the West Coast Fever in an absolute classic.
- by Anthony Colangelo
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AFL Grand Final
Contrasting styles collide in grand final like no other
That the Tigers and Cats have qualified for the last game of the year should not be understated given that they've played almost all of the season on the road.
- by Daniel Cherny
'Don't get injured, don't get injured': The fear that haunts Storm prop
Christian Welch has been working with a sports psychologist to overcome his concerns ahead of his third grand final.
- by Phil Lutton
Have Your Say
Michael Jordan-style doco to reveal secret world of State of Origin
In a rare act of co-operation, Queensland and NSW are coming together to provide a new insight for rugby league fans. And the man driving it is Karl Stefanovic.
