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‘Please, make it go away’: Accused killer wailed when told his wife was dead
A jury must decide whether the accused is a wife killer or, in his words, a “coward” who ran away while a mystery attacker beat his wife to death.
Police did not tell woman of husband’s release before he killed her
Damning report admits Queensland’s domestic violence services are not always accessible, are not tailored to consider safety and service responses are inconsistent.
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Coronavirus pandemic
After COVID-free week, Qld ‘can almost touch’ 80% first-dose rate
Queensland’s Acting Chief Health Officer, Peter Aitken, says despite the good news, this is no time to relax, as the state pushes to lift jab rates before the border is dismantled.
Actor says she will get COVID-19 vaccine weeks after video backlash
The Home and Away star’s announcement comes after Channel Seven said it would require cast members to be double vaccinated by January 10.
COVID-19 rapid antigen tests now selling at supermarkets and pharmacists
Home-based COVID tests are about to hit supermarket and pharmacy shelves. They take just 15-30 minutes to reveal if you have the virus or not.
‘I didn’t want to run her’: Waller’s admission over Verry Elleegant’s Cup triumph
While other Sydney-based trainers and even Ireland’s Joseph O’Brien made last-minute dashes to Melbourne, the champion conditioner watched his first Cup victory from home.
Opinion
Glasgow summit
PM needs to tell a good story, not just a strong climate plan
Scott Morrison talked about technology at COP26 while other leaders expressed passionate concern about the wellbeing of future generations and people living today.
Rebecca Huntley
Researcher and author
RBA holds rates at ultra-low levels in bid to drive up wages
The Reserve Bank will end one of the key support measures it put in place to protect the economy from the pandemic’s fallout.
‘Premiums are going up’: IAG cuts profit guidance as storms, hail cause surge in claims
Policyholders could be in for a premium rise as insurers continue to underestimate the severity and frequency of extreme weather events.
Opinion
Ask an expert
Importance of paying aged-care costs the right way
Seeking specialised aged-care advice can help you understand the financial implications of a move into aged care and the options that are available to fund these costs.
Noel Whittaker
Money columnist
Can microbiome testing help your health?
Many start-ups now offer test kits with the promise of weight loss and improved health. But experts are warning about their accuracy, saying such tests need more development.
‘The truth is more compelling than fiction’: Inside the Thai cave rescue
The Oscar-winning directors of Free Solo focus on the heroism of the amateur cave divers who saved a young football team.
How ‘twin stress’ affects women when they take on too much
While the work-from-home lifestyle may seem like a godsend for women, it may well be detrimental to their health, overloading their bodies – and hearts – with toxic stress.
GLASGOW CLIMATE SUMMIT
Carbon farming potential overhyped in federal government’s net zero plan: experts
The government’s long-term emissions reduction plan says up to 100 million tonnes of carbon could be offset by farmers. But experts say this is assumption is “grossly exaggerated”.
‘Significant milestone’: In Glasgow, the world moves to halt deforestation
Leaders representing land which is home to more than 85 per cent of the world’s forests are expected to commit to reversing deforestation by 2030.
Queensland
Updated
Crime
Man in court for allegedly stabbing man, head-butting police officer
West End resident Joshua Daniel Way, 28, was remanded in custody when his case was mentioned in court on Tuesday.
Young sworn in as Governor, acting CHO promises ‘business as usual’
Dr Jeannette Young has been sworn in as Queensland’s 27th Governor.
Police fine Gold Coast ride-share driver for border breach
Police on Monday confirmed 36-year-old Duran Raman remained in hospital.
Exclusive
Oil
Origin eyes ACT-size shale oil reserves under Qld floodplains
Origin Energy wants state approval to seek fossil fuels in the Channel Country.
Adani faces Aboriginal heritage scrutiny ahead of first coal exports
The Queensland government is questioning Adani as a group of traditional owners raise the alarm over work that is threatening a significant site.
Politics
Opinion
Trade wars
Standing up to the trade bully: Australia has a template for dealing with China
A new alliance between the US and EU may have just given Australia and the rest of the world a sneak peek on how China’s unfair trading behaviours might be modified.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Business
Big shed boom: E-commerce rents supercharge Goodman
Growth in rents from e-commerce customers lining up for big sheds is comfortably outstripping the rising costs of land and the steel used to make them.
World
Facebook busts Nicaraguan government’s fake news operation
The social media giant said the operation had been active for five years and was primarily operated by staff of the country’s telecoms watchdog out of the postal service headquarters.
Opinion
Copping a sledge – qu’est-ce que c’est?
Rick Feneley
News and features writer
Emmanuel Macron’s comments go to the heart of the problem of our new submarine pact
Anthony Galloway
Foreign Affairs and National Security Reporter
Let’s be honest, most of us have used drugs, including me
Catharine Lumby
Professor of media
Explore
Property bydomain
Thirteen new Brisbane suburbs join the million-dollar-plus club
Interstate movers are outbidding local Brisbane buyers, and setting suburb records in the process.
There are still tree-change options for less than half a mil
A coronavirus-related city exodus has seen house prices in some regional areas soar by more than 30 per cent, but there are still bargains to be found.
Lifestyle
Almost very elegant fashion wins the Melbourne Cup
Colour, tradition and a dash of celebrity produced memorable looks on the field at Flemington’s signature race day.
Culture
Actor Sam Frost says she will get COVID-19 vaccine weeks after video backlash
The Home and Away star’s announcement comes after Channel Seven said it would require cast to be double vaccinated by January 10.
Sport
‘The horse was unlucky, everyone cried and we all went home’
At the Toowoomba racecourse, 1300km from the Melbourne Cup, everyone was cheering on local favourite Incentivise. His second place finish left mixed emotions.
Opinion
Rugby World Cup
‘Have you met Bill?’: Three decades on, Wallabies’ World Cup win still resonates
The win launched an awkward meeting between the Aussie skipper and the British prime minister.
Greg Campbell
I fought the VAR: Brazilian club faces sanctions after frustrated fans smash pitchside screen
Gremio fans were angry after the VAR annulled an equaliser in the dying minutes of a game against Palmeiras in Serie A.
‘Fitzy was a big factor’: The five days that turned Ikuvalu the Rooster into a Shark
New Cronulla coach has poached his first Chook.
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AFL off-field behaviour
‘Forcible touching’ dropped but De Goey still facing assault charge
But prosecutors maintained a charge of assault for Collingwood star.
Buttler hits stunning century, but picks run out as highlight of England win
England recovered from a top-order wobble against Sri Lanka.
‘You have to earn the right’: Kellaway, not Beale, the right choice at fullback, Horan says
Wallabies great Tim Horan would hand the No.15 jersey to Andrew Kellaway over Kurtley Beale.
Have Your Say
Dose of courage: Mbye takes one for the team despite health fears
Like many people with an existing medical problem, the Bulldogs star had concerns about being vaccinated against COVID-19 - but he has put his team first.
Danny Weidler
Sport columnist
