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Palaszczuk accused of 'hiding behind the smile' of Chief Health Officer
One Nation senator Malcolm Roberts made the comment in a submission to a parliamentary committee scrutinising Dr Jeannette Young's special pandemic powers.
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Australian Open
Australian Open rocked by third COVID-affected plane, with even more players to isolate
At least 72 players are now in hard lockdown for 14 days after another COVID-19 case was detected on a third plane that flew into Melbourne for the Australian Open.
Grandstand finish looms as India force Paine's hand
The Border-Gavaskar Test series is set for a thrilling climax after another stirring fightback on day three of the fourth and final Test by India.
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City life
Ferry service linking Brisbane's CBD with Straddie hits approval snag
The service had been due to start at Christmas but council has yet to certify the only one of three pontoons completed.
'Queenslanders deserve to have a spring in their step', with economy on track for a healthy year
The state's economy is expected to bounce back faster than all but Victoria, however unemployment could hamper the recovery.
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Interest rates
RBA says low rates will push up house prices
Banking regulators are prepared to tighten lending standards if record-low interest rates drive a new national housing boom.
Biden outlines 10-day blitz of executive actions to nullify Trump era
The opening salvo would herald a 10-day blitz of executive actions as Joe Biden seeks to act swiftly to redirect the country in the wake of Donald Trump's presidency.
Far-right activist ‘Baked Alaska’ arrested over Capitol riots
The far-right media personality posted a video that showed supporters of Trump taking selfies with officers in the Capitol, telling the officers and each other: "This is only the beginning."
Queensland couples bring pregnancy plans forward amid pandemic baby boom
Hospitals and birthing services have reported a spike in demand for IVF, midwifery and obstetrics as Queenslanders decide to have babies sooner rather than later.
Teacher shortage opens gate to country lifestyle
A looming teacher shortage and cheaper education degree fee could spur some students to consider a career in the profession, but experts say better information is needed.
US boat takes flight and almost sinks in chaotic America's Cup preliminaries
In a spectacular Prada Cup challenger race off Auckland, American boat Patriot flew through the air, tipped over and had to be saved from sinking.
Far north Queensland residents warned to prepare as Cyclone Kimi bears down
The cyclone is expected to cross the coast on Monday morning as a category 2 system, with destructive winds up to 130km/h, heavy rain and abnormally high tides expected.
Queensland
Fears for man missing after swim in Brisbane River
A land, air and water search was launched on Sunday for New Zealander Tane Huffman, who failed to return from his swim on Saturday.
Bigger gatherings on the cards as no local cases found in Queensland
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk revealed the good news on Sunday but said two new cases had been detected in hotel quarantine.
Almost accidental mayor hopes to avoid rough end of the pineapple
Rockhampton residents will head to the polls next weekend after Chris "Pineapple" Hooper was almost handed the mayoralty before the Queensland government stepped in.
Victoria welcomes Greater Brisbane travellers back as Qld 'hopeful' hotel cluster has been contained
Victoria has eased restrictions for those travelling from the Greater Brisbane area, as Queensland authorities say they are now "hopeful" the hotel cluster has been contained.
10 years on from flood, Brisbane is finally 'making the most of the river', say architects
The experience of living through the 2011 floods has made Brisbane more attuned to its river, the Australian Institute of Architects says.
Politics
Analysis
Western alliance
Is Scott Morrison ready for a Biden administration?
After years of navigating the Trump relationship, the Australian government now needs to move on from the most divisive US president in history.
Business
Pizza Hut aims to topple Domino's as owners mull ASX IPO
Iconic fast-food chain Pizza Hut could list on the ASX in the next 12 months after experiencing significant growth during the pandemic.
World
Guatemala cracks down on migrant caravan bound for United States
Thousands of Hondurans, many of them families with children, are travelling in a migrant caravan headed for the United States as President-elect Joe Biden prepares to take power.
Opinion
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Cottagecore-obsessed? Six cottages for sale around the country
This romanticised version of the rural lifestyle dominated social media in 2020. Here are some ideal homes for sale.
Twenty-one simple ways to update your home in 2021
There’s something about the flip of a calendar page that makes us want to reinvent ourselves – and our homes.
Life & Culture
'She has no vanity': Kate Winslet at her best as forgotten fossil hunter
In preparation for her role as Mary Anning in Ammonite, the British star spent unpaid months prising fossils from rocks on the Dorset coast.
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How it happened: Australia finish day three with 54-run lead, as Warner clocks a rush of runs
Dismissing India took longer than the home side would have liked, but a trademark rush of David Warner runs ensured Australia finished day three at the Gabba with momentum.
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NRL off-field behaviour
Broncos and NSW Origin star Payne Haas arrested after alleged abusive behaviour
Haas was arrested and taken to Tweed Heads Police Station, where he was charged with offensive language and intimidating a police officer.
Gimme five: Rivalry worthy of Ashes status, but extending series is difficult
A compelling summer has justified Cricket Australia's push for a five-Test series between Australia and India, but logistical and commercial factors make it challenging.
Mouncey prepared for legal action against the AFL in bid to play
Transgender footballer Hannah Mouncey is prepared to take legal action against the AFL and its gender diversity policy.
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Australian Open
Coach reveals he was the positive COVID-19 case on Abu Dhabi flight
The Australian Open has been hit by a fifth case of COVID-19, breaches of quarantine, player anger over hard lockdown and a delay in training.
'What the hell was going on there?': Flanagan hits out at sudden Roosters axing
Kyle Flanagan is still trying to digest his sacking by the tricolours one year into a three-year deal.
Analysis
Test cricket
Indians still refuse to follow the script at Gabba
Another Indian fightback and a tropical storm are tightening the timetable for Australia to win at the Gabba and claim back the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Have Your Say
Why the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is almost as important as the Ashes
The urn remains the most coveted prize, but this is not far behind.
