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Coronavirus pandemic
Two new cases as restrictions ease, authorities eye NSW outbreak
Queensland has reported two new local cases of COVID-19, close contacts of previously reported cases and already in hotel quarantine.
NSW COVID outbreak continues to grow as virus jumps border
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian says her state is going through its scariest period of the pandemic so far, the outbreak linked to a Victorian dry cleaners has grown to two and work is underway on a dedicated quarantine facility in Queensland.
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Development
New Queensland town to spring up as thousands stream over the border
The bayside precinct, a stone’s throw from an award-winning winery, will include thousands of homes, a town centre, a foreshore park and potentially a school.
‘This is it, we’re gonna die’: survivors recount escape from Miami building collapse
Marian Lopez thought an earthquake might have hit their home of 22 years. Alfredo thought maybe something had exploded at the hotel next door.
Qantas pilot was ‘incapacitated’ by oxygen mask: ATSB
The captain of a Qantas freight plane was incapacitated by emergency oxygen, forcing the first officer to declare a MAYDAY.
Microsoft debuts Windows 11, first major update in six years
Microsoft has unveiled the next generation of its Windows software, called Windows 11, that has sleeker visual features and is more open to third-party apps.
Opinion
Global economy
The brutal choice facing the world’s central banks
Central banks face a dilemma: let inflation rip or hike interest rates in a manner that provokes a fiscal and economic crisis.
Jeremy Warner
Christian Porter rape allegation documents revealed
The original dossier detailing a rape allegation against former attorney-general Christian Porter has been made publicly available for the first time.
CBD
City life
How much MPs are spending for your Facebook likes
There’s never been any question about the lofty ambitions of Labor’s health spokesman Mark Butler, who has outspent every other federal MP on Facebook advertising in the past year.
Does being in the office boost innovation? There’s no evidence of it
Companies used to argue that workers’ presence in the office is essential for spontaneous collaboration and innovation. Yet for some, the office does just the opposite.
Opinion
Work therapy
Being in and out of lockdown is straining relationships in the office.
Jonathan Rivett
Editor's Picks
Opinion
WordPlay
What’s bonking mean, Dad? A tricky challenge on the school run
David Astle
Crossword compiler, The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age
Just in
Queensland
Adani strikes coal at Carmichael mine site in central Queensland
Two years have passed since the mine was approved and the company is set to keep its promise of exporting coal this year.
US man and wife make journey to Queensland to see dying father
The details between the Gold Coast airport and hospital visit remain unclear, but Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young said Frans would be moved from Robina Hospital.
Updated
Air accident
Two men dead after plane crashes into bushland
Two men, a 30-year-old from the northern Brisbane region, and a 46-year-old from the Sunshine Coast region, were found dead at the scene.
‘Only one resurfaced’: Search for missing diver in Qld continues
Brisbane Water Police officer-in-charge Mitch Gray said eight divers were called into search on Thursday while a helicopter and about nine vessels were on scene.
High Court hears Qld climate change sceptic’s appeal in academic freedom test case
A cast of colourful characters packed the High Court to support Peter Ridd, a physicist whose firing from James Cook University has become a test case for academic freedom.
Politics
Nationals MPs fear ‘vindictive’ reshuffle of cabinet posts rewarding Joyce backers
Barnaby Joyce is preparing to announce his new ministerial team as soon as Friday, with casualties expected to include Veterans’ Affairs Minister Darren Chester and Regional Health Minister Mark Coulton.
Business
Analysis
China relations
Unintended consequences: China risks market panic as it tightens its grip
Beijing is taking advantage of a strengthening economy and stable financial markets to toughen up its corporate sector. But the crackdown could bring undesirable consequences and lead to panic.
Sofia Horta e Costa and Rebecca Choong Wilkins
World
EU member outrage over France and Germany’s surprise call for summit with Putin
Gitanas Nauseda, Lithuania’s president, told reporters in Brussels the idea was like “trying to engage the bear to keep a pot of honey safe”.
Opinion
Barnaby Joyce’s frenzied energy keeps all alert to being burned
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
It’s Australia’s springtime for workers: we’re more likely to be in jobs than at any time in our history
Andrew Charlton
Economic adviser to former Labor prime minister Kevin Rudd
How Barnaby found himself – briefly – up the Darling without a paddle
Tony Wright
Associate editor and special writer
Westpac’s $10 billion U-turn on New Zealand
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
Explore
Property bydomain
Brisbane's eastern suburbs see prices spike by 20 per cent
Cannon Hill, Carina, Tingalpa and Mansfield are sitting in the eye of a buyer storm that’s sparked record-breaking sale prices and auction bidding wars.
Pandemic property boom sees 90 per cent of Aussies sell for a profit this year
It's certainly been a great time to sell: nine out of every 10 Australians who sold their homes in the first part of the year made a profit.
Life & Culture
The best ever action scenes, according to Aussie director Patrick Hughes
The director of Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard talks through the iconic action scenes that left a lasting impression.
Sport
Stewart who? The Aussie runner on track for Olympic glory
Introducing Stewart McSweyn – the star international athlete and generational talent no one seems to know.
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NRL 2021
Bulldogs players in isolation after visiting COVID-19 site
Dylan Napa, Brandon Wakeham and Aaron Schoupp have undergone immediate testing, with their teammates banned from training.
‘We shouldn’t drop our bundle’: No panic for Cats as Lions too hot to handle
Geelong coach Chris Scott says the team has plenty to work on, but there’s no reason to drop its bundle.
Japan’s emperor concerned about Olympics going ahead
Emperor Naruhito’s warning will embarrass the government and the IOC, but it has come too late.
Wrist injury forces Thiem out, Australian pair qualify
US Open champion Dominic Thiem has withdrawn but two players who will be in the men’s draw are Marc Polmans and Christopher O’Connell.
Folau set to broker release from Catalans to allow him to play on Gold Coast
After countless threats and a Supreme Court challenge, Israel Folau’s registration saga appears to be finally coming to an end.
‘Playing with the big boys now’: Fittler turns blowtorch on Walsh over diving
The NSW coach has lit the fuse before one of the most anticipated Origin debuts in history.
Have Your Say
Kiwis do fly, to the top of the world
The New Zealanders punch so far above their weight so often that they should be moved into a higher division.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
