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'Like a time bomb going to explode': Premonition of Gold Coast mum-to-be's murderer
During his time in prison, a notebook has been found in the murderer's cell, in which he wrote he would love to kill his own mother.
Abandoned island resort floated as solution to quarantine risk
Dunk Island was a renowned resort destination until it was pummelled by cyclones and abandoned.
Scott Morrison backs coal wealth for decades to come
The Prime Minister has fended off calls to phase out fossil fuels but he ruled out government subsidies for coal mines.
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'There’s no other law like this in Australia': Facebook hits out at digital media code
In his first major comments since threatening to ban news in September, Facebook's local boss has doubled down on his criticism of new Australian laws.
Class action against state-owned power companies alleges price gouging
A class action is being launched against Queensland's two state-owned power companies for alleged price gouging practices on behalf of 47,000 households and businesses.
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Coronavirus pandemic
Three new cases linked to Aus Open as govt insists it's not footing quarantine bill
Tennis Australia has conceded Craig Tiley spoke in error when he said the Victorian government would be subsidising hotel quarantine for Australian Open participants.
‘Hard times for athletes’: Spanish star apologises for quarantine outburst
The world no. 13 has apologised for criticising the Victorian government's handling of the Australian Open quarantine saga after he compared his lockdown to prison.
Meet the Bidens, America's new 'First Family'
Joe Biden, the oldest of four children and the father of four, is the patriarch of a clan with a tragic past and strong personalities.
In one of his final acts, Trump declassifies docs on FBI's Russia probe
The soon-to-be-former President has long wanted to prove Democrats sought to use the probe to oust him.
Opinion
Joe Biden
Why Joe Biden is exactly the right man to mend America
Australia's ambassador to the US during the Trump presidency writes that Joe Biden will be the change that Americans want and need.
Joe Hockey
Former ambassador and politician
Vegan star: French restaurant makes Michelin history
Her bank thought veganism wasn't a good investment forcing her to crowdfund, now this chef has the country's first star from the gastronomic bible for a venue that serves no animal products.
Cop poses as mum offering sex with her and 14yo daughter in elaborate sting
Scott Douglas Bartkowski responded and went to meet the fictitious mother and daughter near the Sofitel Hotel on the Gold Coast.
Queensland
Class action against state-owned power companies alleges price gouging
A class action is being launched against Queensland's two state-owned power companies for alleged price gouging practices on behalf of 47,000 households and businesses.
Cop poses as mum offering sex with her and 14yo daughter in elaborate sting
Scott Douglas Bartkowski responded and went to meet the fictitious mother and daughter near the Sofitel Hotel on the Gold Coast.
Gold Coast police find homemade guns, nunchukkas in unplanned search
Three guns, ammunition, batons, knuckledusters, a slingshot and a pair of nunchucks were allegedly found at the Logan home.
'Coming towards me at great speed': Inside Queensland police's X-Files
Newly digitised police records lay out the paper trails of sightings, and the questions they sparked, spanning decades and thousands of kilometres across the state.
PM to visit as Queensland councillors fear fallout of quarantine proposal
Scott Morrison will host a remote meeting of the national cabinet from Brisbane on Friday.
Politics
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Major banks to stop accepting COVID-19 mortgage holiday applications
Australia's biggest banks will stop offering automatic mortgage holidays to home owners struggling financially during the coronavirus pandemic.
Business
Bitcoin rival hits new heights as investors flock to cryptocurrencies
The world's second-largest cryptocurrency, Ethereum, has soared to a new all-time high.
World
US government, UK conservative MPs target China with Uighur genocide claims
Three of US-President elect Joe Biden's top officials threatened further action against China over human rights abuses, as UK MPs call for China trade bans.
Opinion
Trump era spurs new efforts to undermine US dollar's status
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Biden's inauguration is an FDR moment. For Republicans, it's civil war
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the United States Studies Centre and former political staffer.
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Sea changes sound idyllic, but come with a hidden downside
Professionals who can work remotely have been leaving the city in droves since the pandemic hit, but experts warn of the trend's looming risk.
The simple home hack that can help improve your mental health
It can promote relaxation and creativity, help increase productivity, improve wellbeing and reduce stress.
Life & Culture
Penguin Bloom's magpie trainer on how to avoid attacks and get the birds to act
Paul Mander taught eight magpies to perform sometimes complex tasks for the film Penguin Bloom.
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Barmy Army's Australian Ashes invasion may be halted by border uncertainty
It's expected more Britons than usual will want to come because so many have not watched cricket since the pandemic and fans are energised by their team's recent success.
Analysis
Test cricket
Days numbered for Paine but the problem is who's next?
Paine's shortcomings against India, from his uncharacteristic wicketkeeping mistakes to his on-field behaviour and direction of the team, have highlighted the urgency of Australia having a succession plan.
'Integrity is not negotiable': V'landys sets sights on player agent crackdown
With the reduced salary cap signed off on this week, the ARLC boss is turning his focus to a review of the Rugby League Accredited Player Agent Scheme.
Analysis
Australian cricket
Australia left with burning questions after series loss
As the dust settles on a series loss to India at home, the Australian men's team faces plenty of questions. From captaincy to the bowling ranks and more, we take a look at them.
Aust Open boss defends better treatment of champs
Tennis officials have defended the "preferential treatment" given to an elite group of players.
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Stan Sport settles on price, set to make local rugby a priority
The price point for the sport's new home has been decided.
Brayshaw resigns from AFL post to pursue medicinal cannabis venture
AFL Coaches' Association CEO Mark Brayshaw has given his notice.
Have Your Say
Thank you and good night, India
India may never have another series win like that. Nobody will.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
