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Moving the needle: Modelling shows how many jabs needed in Qld
The state’s pathway out of the pandemic could hinge on convincing almost one-in-10 vaccine-hesitant Queenslanders to get a jab.
Analysis
Queensland Health
Queensland contact tracers may be overwhelmed with 1000 cases a day
Queensland modelling assumes contact tracers have a capacity for 100 new cases daily – a 10th of the number expected to swamp them when borders reopen.
Migration rethink: More immigrants on the cards to boost post-pandemic recovery
The federal government is considering a rethink of the nation’s migration program to drive economic growth after the pandemic.
Ex-cop to stand trial with MAFS star over alleged multimillion-dollar scam
It will be alleged they were involved in a cold-calling scheme that raked in up to $20m from 600 victims.
‘Someone has to know’: Mum of missing Cleo Smith pleads for information on her little girl
Ellie Smith has opened up about her family’s nightmare as they wait for news of the four-year-old, who disappeared from a beach camp in WA.
PM assures that net zero is an economic positive, while Nats debate coal price
Scott Morrison is trying to end a damaging policy split that could last into next week, as key Nationals insist on more time to put forward their demands for regional jobs.
Grim future for coal and gas if China and Japan meet climate plans
The future of regional-based fossil fuel exports is grim according to the RBA, creating headaches for the Nationals.
Diver discovers ancient crusader sword off Israeli coast
Encrusted in shells, the metre-long weapon lay hidden for 900 years near the old city of Haifa until it was revealed by shifting sandbanks.
Queensland’s Chief Justice to hang up her wig
Catherine Holmes, who will have held the role for six-and-a-half years when she stands down in March, has announced her resignation.
More than half the grants earmarked for regional areas went to major cities
An audit of all federal government grants given out since 2018 has found almost 3700 of the 6700 regional development grants went to projects in major cities.
Home Affairs Minister tells MPs their work is ‘a privilege we must not shy from’ in face of threats
Karen Andrews discussed the security arrangements for MPs with the AFP Commissioner amid safety fears after the murder of a British MP.
Neighbourhood spies and fake families: China’s 24-hour repression of Uighurs
In the campaign to remake Xinjiang into a region of “perfect stability”, household managers are trained in intelligence, and ideological instability is punished with re-education.
‘I leave with my head held high’: After 30 years at SBS, Tour de France host exits suddenly
Mike Tomalaris – also a newsreader – said he was sad his association with “a place that ran through my veins” was over.
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Review
Finneas steps out of sister Billie Eilish’s shadow, but he’s got a way to go
Unlike those who have sung his lyrics, Finneas – who has just released his debut album – isn’t quite capable of being the main character yet.
Meet Tsehay Hawkins, the 16-year-old who’s the new Yellow Wiggle
The high school student has taken up the yellow skivvy after Emma Watkins’ surprise departure.
CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
‘QR codes for drug dealers’: Calls to improve COVID-19 response
Drug and alcohol experts are calling for a harm minimisation approach to users at risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19.
Analysis
Is media coverage of COVID-19 too negative?
Is it possible that news coverage of the pandemic has been too negative? Some curious research should at least make us consider the question.
Queensland
Updated
Queensland Police
Police must pay councillor’s legal costs after post called him ‘dishonest grub’
Prosecutors will not push ahead with a traffic fine handed to prominent Brisbane councillor Jonathan Sri.
Updated
Weather
South-east Queensland lashed by severe storms as tornado hits Toowoomba
Parts of Queensland’s coast were hit by a band of severe thunderstorms, as a tornado was recorded south-west of Toowoomba.
Save the date: Qld roadmap revealed ahead of ‘last chance’ vaccine push
Queensland will fully reopen before Christmas, with the Queensland government unveiling the key dates for the borders to be lifted.
‘That date is locked’: Qlders urged to meet vaccine targets before reopening
Queenslanders are being urged to get vaccinated ahead of hard reopening dates announced on Monday.
Cop accused of illegally getting daughter across Qld border fronts court
Senior Constable Robert William Eickenloff, 56, fronted the Brisbane Arrests Court for the first time on Monday.
Politics
Barnaby Joyce says Scott Morrison has a mandate on climate
The Deputy Prime Minister defended his party for dragging out talks on the emissions target but conceded the PM had the “prerogative” to decide.
Business
Stockland town centres cop hefty COVID hit
A quarter of retail tenants in the $11 billion property developer’s town centres are struggling to pay their rent as state lockdowns extract a heavy toll.
World
Statue of limitations: Thomas Jefferson to be removed from New York council chambers
The Founding Father’s history as a slaveholder was behind the push for the statue to be banished, as the US grapples with symbols of systemic racism.
Opinion
Is media coverage of COVID-19 too negative?
Liam Mannix
National Science Reporter
Climate’s shifted in Scott-land, but will real action follow?
Sean Kelly
Columnist and former adviser to Labor prime ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia Gillard.
My colleague avoids work at all costs
Jonathan Rivett
Explore
Property bydomain
Rents in some mining towns surge more than 45 per cent in a year
The buoyant resources sector has even forced up rents in non-mining towns that are flourishing as a result of surging prices.
The property feature that adds 'hundreds of thousands' to your home
It has to be one of the ultimate home accessories – instant access to our magnificent waterways - and it adds more value than you think.
Lifestyle
Of course Kourtney Kardashian is on trend with her engagement ring
Oval-cut diamonds, more carats and shorter engagements are on the rise.
Culture
Meet Tsehay Hawkins, the teenager who’s the new Yellow Wiggle
The Sydney high school student takes up the yellow skivvy after Emma Watkins’ surprise departure.
Sport
WBBL pair fined for misbehaviour as CA signals stricter stance
Cricket Australia insists there is no crackdown on player misbehaviour, but at the very least, there appears to be a more stringent application of the code of conduct.
Top-flight tennis likely to return to Sydney as Djokovic doubts grow
Victoria and NSW firm for Australian Open lead-up tournaments, but doubts linger about the presence of Novak Djokovic as he refuses to reveal his vaccination status.
Cultural barriers in club cricket impeding players of South Asian descent: Sthalekar
Former Australian captain Lisa Sthalekar explains the cultural differences that may be holding young South Asian players back.
Tyrone May’s future under a cloud after being stood down by Panthers
The playmaker’s career is again at a crossroads, while Panthers pair Nathan Cleary and Stephen Crichton were also hit with breach notices as the fallout from their premiership party continued.
‘It’s hard. He’s got kids’: All Blacks star breaks down during tribute to Wainui
Senior hooker Codie Taylor said news of the 25-year-old’s death had sent shockwaves through the All Blacks squad.
Updated
Australian Open
‘I will not reveal my status’: doubts grow over Djokovic’s Australian Open plans
World No.1 again declined to reveal whether he has been vaccinated.
Opinion
Australian cricket
Australian cricket must tap South Asian talent pipeline
With the right leader at Cricket Australia, this precious resource could guarantee a strong future.
Darshak Mehta
Have Your Say
TV reality: The uneasy relationship between the NRL and Nine as broadcast deal looms
There’s still a long way to go before a deal is struck for free-to-air rights.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
