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Olympics win will turn on City Deal funding tap: Brisbane lord mayor
As the Brisbane City Council budget nears, a decision on the city’s Olympics future will decide the make-up of the multibillion-dollar funding agreement for the region.
Mark’s father is dying. Even though he’s vaccinated, Queensland won’t let him in
Caught in a bureaucratic mess, Mark Kilian is stranded in quarantine despite Border Force saying his circumstances “outweigh the risk to the Australian community”.
‘The club is going to be bombed’: Inquest told of Whiskey Au Go Go owner’s fears a week before fire
Linette Davis recounted to the coronial inquest a conversation she had with her employer, Whiskey Au Go Go co-owner Brian Little.
Analysis
Queensland budget
The ‘D-word’ is not a dirty word for Treasurer Cameron Dick
Queensland’s Treasurer is not afraid to talk about the “D-word”, suggesting he would not be afraid to borrow even more.
Stakeholders question $2 billion in savings in Qld state budget
Industry heavyweights have questioned what jobs and services will be cut following the Queensland government’s announcement of the state budget, while key figures called for greater investment in healthcare.
Sunshine State paints a picture of national COVID-19 recovery
As its budget is handed down, Queensland follows the federal government and Victoria in revising projections for growth, unemployment and the overall post-pandemic bottom line.
‘A new dawn’: Australia and Britain agree on historic trade deal
New free trade deal will pave the way for more Australians to live and work in Britain once international borders reopen.
Two federal ministers back One Nation motion calling for ‘wait-and-see’ treatment for transgender children
Attorney-General Michaelia Cash and National Disability Insurance Scheme Minister Linda Reynolds were among 21 Coalition senators who supported the motion after the government granted its members a conscience vote.
Roberts-Smith hired investigator to check woman was having an abortion
The former soldier has denied hitting a woman with whom he was in a relationship, as he sues mastheads for defamation.
Exclusive
Australia votes
Voters mark down Scott Morrison on performance, amid concerns over health
There is a softening in support for the Prime Minister but it did not translate into a boost for Labor leader Anthony Albanese.
‘Why did it have to be my son’: $500,000 reward for soldier killed while sleeping
Paul Summers was a decorated soldier who grew up in a family with strong military ties. He loved music and motorbikes and was taking some time off after finishing a stint with the army.
Russell Crowe backs new Coffs Harbour film studio
A new regional studio in Coffs Harbour would supplement soundstages on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane. There have also been discussions about building new studios in Byron Bay.
‘Left with no alternative’: NRL flags potential rule changes to combat milking
NRL football boss Graham Annesley said the game will be forced to consider rule changes if coaches and players do not self regulate the problem.
Producer of Christchurch attacks movie quits amid backlash, Ardern criticism
Plans for a movie depicting New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s widely lauded response to the Christchurch terrorist attacks suffered another blow on Monday.
Queensland
Ex-cop says Whiskey Au Go Go ‘set alight over prostitute protection money’
Retired police officer Hunter Nicol was in the Brisbane nightclub when it burned and has recounted his harrowing escape at an inquest into the firebombing.
Brisbane church leader loses appeal over jail term for raping choir girls
Shartiel Nibigira, a father-of-eight who fled war-torn Burundi in 2007, was found guilty on 21 charges in December 2019.
Disgraced cop Roger Rogerson could testify at Whiskey Au Go Go inquest
The corrupt NSW detective, jailed for life for murder, could testify over the 1973 Whiskey Au Go Go firebombing in Brisbane.
Brisbane man behind hate mail admits sending letters to people’s homes
The man, who has spent years sending letters espousing offensive views about immigration and multiculturalism, has been using the electoral roll to obtain recipients’ addresses.
Stepdad used daughter’s phone as bribe to molest her
The stepfather was sentenced to seven years and nine months in prison in 2019, but appealed his conviction and sentence.
Politics
Exclusive
Coronavirus pandemic
Vaccine concerns ease, but only slightly, as 26 per cent say unlikely to get jab
Data shows there is majority support for vaccination among Australians but highlights the obstacles in signing up the final quarter of adults.
Business
REA aims to ‘significantly’ speed up mortgage approvals with $15m tech play
REA chief Owen Wilson is betting the company can use its clout in real estate listings to grab a growing share of the mortgage broking market.
World
Carrie Lam ‘highly concerned’ about reported leaks at nuclear plant
The French joint operator of the Taishan Nuclear Power Plant in Guangdong, China, said it was dealing with a “performance issue”.
Opinion
Awards for Credlin and COVID workers? Honours system needs a rethink
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Johnson needed trade deal a lot more than Morrison
Bevan Shields
Europe correspondent
Gut-wrenching sound of alcohol delivery in an abusive relationship
Kym Valentine
Kym Valentine is an actor and a member of Victoria’s Victim Survivors’ Advisory Council.
Explore
Property bydomain
The quiet Brisbane suburbs where prestige buyers are splashing the cash
With interest in Brisbane's prestige market at all time highs, buyers are moving into the sleepy riverside suburbs with big blocks and good schools.
Before and after: 8 homes that will have you wanting to renovate
Whether you're looking for a renovated gem, or inspiration for your own project, here are some new and improved properties that are on the market.
Life & Culture
Half-yearly report card: the best music of 2021 so far
Crowded House, You Am I, Lana del Rey and Genesis Owusu are just some of the musical acts delivering great work in 2021.
Sport
2021 Australian Swimming Trials as it happened: Chalmers blitzes 100m freestyle final
Rio gold medallist Kyle Chalmers is one step closer to defending his Olympic crown after clocking 47.59s in the 100m freestyle final in Adelaide.
NRL investigates after Victor Radley allegedly kicked off flight
Suspended Roosters forward is reported to have been part of a group removed from the flight from the Gold Coast on Saturday night for allegedly being intoxicated.
Exclusive
Wallabies
After seven months out with concussion, Haylett-Petty looks overseas to continue career
Dane Haylett-Petty has no plans to retire despite not having played in the 2021 Super Rugby season with the 38-Test Wallaby poised to leave Australian rugby.
Analysis
Tokyo Olympics
Ledecky clocks slower time than Titmus but was the American star foxing?
Ariarne Titmus came as close as anyone has to breaking Katie Ledecky’s world record. The US superstar’s response in Olympic trials was understated – but she’s still Olympic favourite.
Ten backs soccer to become ‘No.1 sport in Australia’ after $300m investment
Ten has increased its massive investment in football by adding Socceroos and Matildas fixtures to the A-League.
‘That’s not a corporate fighter. That’s a boxer’: Why Qld’s Huni should fear Gallen
Some have dismissed Paul Gallen as another ex-footballer looking to make a buck out of boxing.
Updated
NRL 2021
No recall for Ferguson as Eels call up Russell for NRL debut
The duo sent an injury scare through the South Sydney and Queensland camps, but both have been cleared.
Have Your Say
Rennie wants to see ‘dark side’ against France
Dave Rennie has unveiled his 38-man Wallabies squad for next month’s three-Test series against France, and there are a few surprises.
