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Treasurer challenges voters to make LNP seats marginal in budget response
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has also lamented the lack of funding for a regional quarantine hub in Toowoomba in the federal budget.
Nation reacts to federal budget, including $74.6b in new spending and tax breaks
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg unveiled a big-spending budget last night, aimed at rebuilding the economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
‘They will see death – and lots of it’: Former cop speaks out on trauma
A former police officer-turned-politician has spoken out about the traumatic scenes facing general duties officers every day.
COVID-19 passenger in Brisbane Airport had recovered
The traveller who arrived at Brisbane Airport from PNG had fully recovered and there was no need for Queenslanders to be concerned, the state’s Chief Health Officer says.
Qantas delays resumption of international flying after budget blow
Airline pushes back the restart date for most of its international network after the federal budget revealed Australia’s border will likely remain shut until the middle of next year.
Severe storms to hit SEQ, Brisbane to cop up to 40mm
After parts of the state were battered with hail overnight, more storms have been predicted by the bureau.
Council rails against Cross River Rail spoils in CBD
The council has condemned a proposal for Cross River Rail excavators to cart up to 20 truckloads of dirt every hour through the CBD on Sundays.
Two dead whales dislodge from hull of HMAS Sydney in California
The Royal Australian Navy has confirmed the two carcasses shifted from underneath the vessel as it berthed.
Exclusive
Indigenous justice
After less than a week in police custody, Sony was quadriplegic
Aboriginal man Sony Ray Austin’s spinal cord was severed and he was rendered a quadriplegic.
Queensland nurse-to-patient ratios saved lives, research finds
The ratios set minimum numbers of nurses per shift, and research shows clear benefits for patients.
Rugby Australia not ready to let go of Super Rugby AU just yet
Rugby Australia Hamish McLennan says serious consideration should be given to continuing an Australian-only competition next year.
CBD
City life
Andrew Bogut could bankrupt his former manager
The basketballer is locked in a dispute over unpaid monies with his former manager and friend.
Opinion
China relations
Have we seen the last head of Australian foreign affairs who speaks Mandarin?
Australia’s national interests are better served by having more Chinese-speakers yet exchange programs and courses are hanging in the balance.
Ciara Morris
Policy officer and student of Mandarin
Life-sized Star Wars X-wing fighter lands in US museum
“The museum has long had an interest in the themes of inspiration and imagination,” Margaret Weitekamp, a Smithsonian curator, said.
Disney’s ‘woke’ moves raise ire of conservatives
Disney examines its history with a more critical eye – and looks to the future with an emphasis on inclusion.
With the US election over, Fox News is pitching its softer side
Executives presented advertisers with what they said would be lighter fare after a tumultuous year of pandemic and presidential politics.
FEDERAL BUDGET 2021
A five-minute rundown of the federal budget
A summary of what you should know about this year’s federal budget.
‘It doesn’t cut it’: Tourism sector hits out at Australia’s ‘border roulette’
The tourism sector has warned that operators will go under before the government ever reopens the border to international visitors.
Queensland
‘They will see death – and lots of it’: Former cop speaks out on trauma
A former police officer-turned-politician has spoken out about the traumatic scenes facing general duties officers every day.
Queensland lawyer battles to be ‘hit-and-walk’, not ‘hit-and-run’ driver
The crash happened on Grand Cayman Island in the Caribbean and former local lawyer Simon Christopher Courtney was the driver.
Brisbane ferries muffled after residents complain about noise
Brisbane City Council’s fleet of noisy river KittyCats will be given new mufflers after riverside residents complained the boats were too noisy.
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Vale
From hijackings to gunmen surrendering: Frank Warrick saw the whole world around us
Long-term Seven Brisbane newsreader Frank Warrick has died at 76, leading to tributes from former colleagues and from the floor of Parliament.
Distressing Content
Domestic violence
‘He intended to kill me’: How one woman broke free from coercive control
After living in fear for 40 years, Angie Jordan has spoken of her experiences to help “all the women who are struggling”.
Politics
‘A scar I will always carry’: Holgate made CEO of parcel business Global Express
Christine Holgate said she was “very excited” to be back working in the parcels business, and at a key rival to Australia Post.
Business
People are flying to nowhere just to shop duty free during COVID
Last month, Hyun Jung-a boarded a flight from South Korea’s Incheon Airport. Hours later, she was back loading up on duty-free shopping, despite never landing in another country.
World
Dozens dead as Israel, Hamas escalate aerial bombardments
Tel Aviv was under fire in an attack so relentless that Israel’s Iron Dome rocket-defence system seemed overwhelmed.
Opinion
Little has gone right for the Morrison, but it’s not clear much has gone badly wrong
Sean Kelly
Columnist and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
Time to revisit Australia’s golden goose
Paul Cleary
Explore
Property bydomain
Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja lists his 'irreplaceable' Brisbane home
It marks the end of an unforgettable property innings at the Holland Park home the celebrated cricketer and his wife are loathe to walk away from.
Why Australia's $30b home construction boom won't last
The take-up of HomeBuilder grants was four times more than what the government expected, but budget papers lay bare the challenge that lies ahead.
Life & Culture
Marred by controversy, the Philip Roth biography is a spectacular own goal
Allegations of sexual assault and impropriety against Blake Bailey make it hard to read his life of Philip Roth in the way biographer and subject may have originally intended.
Sport
Opinion
NRL 2021
No winners in de Belin situation – but even so, stand-down rule must stay
The Dragons forward faces a third trial for the alleged rape of a 19-year-old woman.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
NRL 2021
Brad Arthur has no qualms handing teenage son debut without a training session
Eels coach selects son for his NRL debut in a week in which he may not have a single training session.
Djokovic’s tantrum in Rome rain, Nadal’s Tokyo doubts
Top-ranked Novak Djokovic shouted at the umpire before regaining his cool at the Italian Open.
Rugby Australia not ready to let go of Super Rugby AU just yet
Hamish McLennan says serious consideration should be given to continuing competition next year.
Manchester City clinch third Premier League title in four seasons
Manchester United losing 2-1 to Leicester left City with an unassailable 10-point lead.
Olympic heavyweight Huni to get just 15 per cent of cut in Gallen fight
Justis Huni knows a win over Paul Gallen could do as much for his profile as an Olympic medal.
World No.1 Barty declares she’s not the one to beat in France
Ashleigh Barty has been quick to downplay her chances for another Roland Garros title.
Have Your Say
Howzat for innovation? Researchers say bamboo cricket bats could replace willow
In a development that could send shudders through the game, researchers say bamboo bats are lighter, stronger and offer a larger “sweet spot” than willow.
