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Nationals explode over Queensland MP’s call to arrest rally police
Nationals MPs have accused their Queensland colleague of “stirring up” violent mobs at anti-lockdown protests as his support of “freedom fighters” in Melbourne ignites fierce divisions within the party.
Inside the insurrection: Why construction workers took to the street
Pressure has been building for months within the construction industry as frustration grows over lockdowns, vaccines and a persistent social media campaign.
Opinion
Extremism
Anti-vax, far-right activists undermining Australians’ health, safety
The attack on the CFMEU orchestrated by the far right should be a warning to all political leaders about the challenges we face in rebuilding our nation after this pandemic.
Sally McManus
TV show triggers COVID lockdown in Byron Bay
Almost one in four health workers in northern NSW is yet to receive a COVID-19 vaccine, as the local community says a mix of hesitancy and access problems have led to low rates.
Forced to study online, international uni students demand QUT discount
The students, some paying more than $33,000, say they’ve been stripped of the Australian study experience they were promised as border closures lock them out.
Trio charged with attempted murder of two Brisbane teens on same night
Police laid charges against the trio and seven others within three days of a Milton attack but have only just laid charges over a West End attack.
‘We’re in lockstep’: Biden hails Australia at meeting with Morrison
At his own press conference, Scott Morrison said there would not be a new cold war. “I am confident that we can avoid the conflict that we all want to avoid.”
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AUKUS
Keating turns fury on Labor and government over AUKUS deal
Not content with accusing the government of selling out Australia’s security interests, Paul Keating has opened fire on his own side as well.
Tax cuts to soon disappear as budget relies on workers to recover from COVID
Even the government’s tax cuts won’t stop Australians from facing higher average tax rates over the next decade, the Parliamentary Budget Office has revealed.
OECD cuts Australia’s economic growth outlook
The sharp downgrade is the biggest of any country measured by the OECD in its interim economic outlook as the Delta outbreaks continue to leave major cities in lockdown.
New UQ clinic to help with early diagnosis of dementia
Professor Gail Robinson will head the new clinic at UQ’s Queensland Brain Institute to help detect dementia early and improve treatment for sufferers.
‘This goes way beyond HIV’: Innovative treatment attacks virus in the brain
The novel treatment, which seeks out HIV where it “hides” in the brain, also holds out hope for brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
How to age gracefully? It starts with a little resistance
Inspired by a new book, “Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old,” I’m taking stock of my life and deciding what I need to reconsider.
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Queensland
Complaints mount as Caboolture Hospital inquiry scope remains unchanged
Queensland Health says it will consider all telephone calls “from any time frame” but has not changed the terms of reference to include any surgeries from before 2020.
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Queensland Police
Mystery body found floating in Brisbane River not yet identified
More than eight hours later, police are still trying to identify the body and determine whether the death is suspicious.
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NRL off-field behaviour
Milford to face court after being charged with assault
The Rabbitohs recruit was arrested after police were called to Marshall Street in Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley.
‘Let us handcuff you, we’ll let you breathe’: Police arrest of mentally ill man
This incident occurred less than six weeks after George Floyd was fatally choked by United States police.
Almost every coastal suburb in Brisbane ‘climate sensitive’: RBA
Research by the Reserve Bank suggests more than 250 suburbs across the country are at risk from house price falls due to climate change.
CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
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Protesters block West Gate Bridge after construction sector shuttered
Police say 44 people have been arrested and warned of more to come after a large crowd of protesters clashed with officers as they marched through the city and halted traffic on the West Gate Bridge.
Analysis
‘We have the right to go home safely too’: pepper-sprayed photographer speaks out
Today on Please Explain, photographer Luis Ascui joins Nathanael Cooper to recount being pepper-sprayed at Melbourne’s violent anti-lockdown protests.
Politics
Analysis
Trade unions
Unions’ stance on vaccine mandates clear as mud
Unionists are talking at cross purposes after rolling protests by construction workers over the past few days exposed fault lines in the movement.
Business
Afterpay goes retro with layby option to lure younger customers
From petrol to groceries, Afterpay’s soon-to-be released banking app will come with a feature that will let customers pay for goods under $200 in fortnightly instalments.
World
Third Russian charged over Novichok poisoning of defector and daughter
British police said the charges marked another significant development in the investigation.
Opinion
Morrison is making an enemy of China - and Labor is helping him
Paul Keating
Former prime minister of Australia
In the years to come, the only great powers will be green powers
Boris Johnson
British Prime Minister
Unions support vaccination to keep workers safe
Luke Hilakari
Secretary of Victorian Trades Hall Council
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Property bydomain
'Eye-watering': How much further could property prices rise from here?
Less than three months ago the big banks were predicting interest rates – and mortgage repayments – could rise sooner than expected and slow the market. Then along came Delta.
This imposing home hides a light, fun and surprising makeover
And wow. What quality of daylight it draws into the new kitchen with its pale concrete floor, concrete and curvaceous island bench, and the uptick of that roof formed in concrete.
Life & Culture
Butter chicken is great, but there’s far more to Indian cuisine
A new show aims to offer viewers a crash course in Indian cooking to extend the palate beyond palak paneer.
Sport
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NRL 2021
An embarrassment and a debacle: Tigers boss’ candid Q&A over Maguire saga
Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis has answered the tough questions about a controversial review process that led to the club backing coach Michael Maguire.
Tom Burgess steps out of shadow cast by his brothers
It has been a rollercoaster year for the Burgess family, but Tom has ignored the headlines to produce his best football for Souths.
India 225 Australia 1-227
ODI
Speedy Brown the revelation for evolving Australia
If evolution is the value Australia’s women have added to their charter, Darcie Brown’s four-wicket blast in the first ODI against India in Mackay was something closer to a revelation
How Latrell Mitchell is helping Souths prepare to shut down Tommy Turbo
Latrell Mitchell still has a role in South Sydney’s finals campaign, and it just happens to be that of Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic.
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NRL 2021
Inside story: Why Maguire was spared the axe at Wests Tigers
Michael Maguire will remain in charge of Wests Tigers after surviving the club’s controversial post-season review.
‘It’s incredible’: Australia plans to resettle Afghan refugees through football
Football Australia is working with the federal government to resettle 3000 Afghan refugees into community clubs to ease their adjustment into Australia.
‘This was not cheating’: Penrith trainer defends stoppage after fine and ban
The NRL has sanctioned Penrith trainer Pete Green after he asked for time to be stopped against Parramatta on Saturday.
Have Your Say
Refs will always be in crisis - but let’s stop moaning
Rugby league’s unhealthy obsession with match officials has become predictable and boring.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
