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Australia votes
Murugappan family allowed to return to Biloela
The family of asylum seekers will be given a pathway to become Australian residents under a decision by the Albanese government to end years of dispute over their treatment.
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Federal
Kelly’s last stand: UAP leader taken to court on eve of election over signs
Craig Kelly, the former Liberal backbencher who Clive Palmer wanted to be PM, was taken to court by the electoral commission over alleged signage violations.
‘We are not the Liberals’ excuse’: Joyce pushes for Nationals leadership
Barnaby Joyce will make a pitch for his political survival when he addresses the state branch of the National Party on Friday night ahead of a looming leadership challenge.
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Vale
Royalty for Roy: Family, friends and former greats farewell Symonds
Former Australian cricketer Andrew Symonds, who died in a car crash aged 46, has been farewelled at a private service in Townsville ahead of a public memorial.
Law lecturer who allegedly posed as Justin Bieber to face trial soon
Former QUT lecturer Gordon Douglas Chalmers, 47, was originally charged with more than 900 child sex offences, since reduced to 202.
Nation’s first Indigenous Supreme Court judge defies the naysayers
Respected barrister Lincoln Crowley recalled thinking “you wait and see, mate” when told he would end up in jail because of his family background.
Hey Dad! star’s parole decision reserved until next week
Disgraced actor and convicted paedophile Robert Hughes wants to return to Britain to spend his remaining years with his wife, a parole hearing has heard.
Google Australia’s tax bill just $85 million despite profit rise
Search giant Google paid $85 million in tax in 2021 despite earning more than $7 billion from the local economy, shifting the majority of earnings to an international subsidiary.
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Emergency services
Tourists thrown overboard, seriously injured at WA tourist attraction
A swarm of aircraft has descended on one of the state’s premier tourist attractions to winch numerous seriously injured people from a major accident scene.
Six days that changed everything for Albanese: His first week as prime minister in photos
One of the most frenetic weeks in Australian politics was captured by Alex Ellinghausen, a photographer for this masthead.
‘Bungee jumping for intellectuals’: Antony Green on elections and what he’s doing next
He’s such a fixture of the ABC’s election coverage, it’s hard to imagine it without him.
Opinion
Anthony Albanese
It won’t be easy for Albanese, but he’s made a fine start as PM
Michelle Grattan
Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
Analysis
Mass shooting
From red flags to armed teachers: Five very different plans to stop school shootings
US President Joe Biden wants to ban assault weapons. The Republicans want increased school security. The only thing people agree on is that it won’t be easy.
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Uvalde school shooting
Fury in Texas over missing 90 minutes between 911 call and gunman’s death
It was 11.30am when local police were first alerted that someone had opened fire outside the school. But the gunman wasn’t shot dead until 1pm – and authorities can’t say why.
Faith, trickery and nostalgia combine for ABBA’s spectacular reunion
In virtual form, ABBA has returned to the London stage, with a blend of special effects and Hollywood trickery. The verdict? It’s ABBA-solutely fabulous.
Young, rich and famous: Is Laroi still the kid from the block?
In the three years since he left Australia, The Kid Laroi has become one of the world’s biggest superstars.
Ray Liotta, star of Goodfellas, dies at 67
The actor, best known for his menacing, tough-guy roles, has died at the age of 67.
Queensland
Why is the parking situation worsening in Brisbane?
Parking spaces are now being rented out for up to $1000 a month in Brisbane, but the situation is only expected to get worse as buyers opt for one-bedroom units with one parking spot.
Figures show how wave of infections affected hospital waiting times
The LNP opposition has pursued the government for weeks over the data, which it says shows an “extraordinary failure”.
Citipointe college parents lodge complaints over LGBTQ+ policies
“We need to make sure this can never happen again. Not at Citipointe, and not in any school in Australia,” a former teacher said.
Man murdered with knife to the heart after car park argument
A Brisbane Supreme Court jury found Alex Robert Smart, 29, guilty of murder after an eight-day trial.
Japanese Encephalitis death in Qld confirmed amid quiet spread
Health authorities have confirmed the patient died in February, but was only confirmed as a JEV case in April and reported to federal health authorities in May.
Politics
Wong takes on Beijing over climate, debt and influence
At the Pacific Islands Forum, in her first press conference as foreign minister, Penny Wong started a fight over the future of the region.
Business
Metricon’s shareholders inject $30m, CBA strikes new deal
Advisers to the country’s biggest home builder have been working on a new funding deal following the death of its founder and rumours of financial instability.
World
Trans-Barbie: Transgender doll joins the Barbie family
Toy giant Mattel has designed the doll in the image of Laverne Cox, the transgender star of the US prison comedy drama Orange is the New Black.
Opinion
Affluent suburbs no longer key to a Liberal victory
Annika Smethurst
State Political Editor
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Property
What are the most affordable suburbs for first home buyers in Brisbane?
A new report ranks the top suburbs for first time buyers based on price, local amenities and other features.
Renters slugged with $150 extra in home energy bill costs per year
Tenants spend about 8 per cent more on electricity than similar owner-occupied households, research found, begging the question: why?
Lifestyle
Garden in need of a glow-up? These design experts can help
Do you suffer from Sudden Garden Syndrome? Fear not, there’s help available.
Culture
Young, rich and famous: Is Laroi still the kid from the block?
In the three years since he left Australia, The Kid Laroi has become one of the biggest superstars in the world.
Sport
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World Boxing
‘Nobody could have done what George has done’: Pacquiao’s stunning Kambosos endorsement
In a rare interview, the Filipino legend says Kambosos can be the undisputed lightweight world champion for as long as he wants.
Analysis
Super Rugby
Why reborn winger is central to Waratahs’ Super Rugby hopes
The relationship between Waratahs coach Darren Coleman and winger Mark Nawaqanitawase says a lot about the NSW side’s resurgence this Super Rugby season.
‘Shut your mouth’: Tomic wants $1 million match against Kyrgios
The relationship between two of Australia’s highest-profile tennis stars has soured following a flurry of verbal barbs.
‘If not better, just as good’: A-League title would match World Cup goals for Aloisi
John Aloisi owns one of the greatest moments in Australian sport and has a chance to add to his legend status as coach of Western United in Saturday night’s A-League Men’s grand final.
Wimbledon to drop ‘Miss’ and ‘Mrs’ from women’s champions honour roll
Last year’s men’s winner Novak Djokovic is “N. Djokovic” — but the women’s winner, Australian champion Ashleigh Barty, is on the board as “Miss A. Barty”.
How viral video of a decades-old Brisbane arrest spawned racing’s new cult hero
Democracy Manifest was the term used by an Australian man as he was thrown into a police vehicle in the 1990s. But the horse’s form, and colourful race calls, are creating a cult hero.
Opinion
LIV Golf Series
LIV and let die: Why it matters if Mickelson chooses Norman’s rebel tour
Besides piles of Saudi cash, can Greg Norman’s controversial golf league offer anything important to a player’s legacy, history or reputation? No. So is it really a “threat” to the PGA Tour?
Darren Kane
Sports Columnist
Have Your Say
Steve Kerr, Teri McKeever and the demise of the win-at-all-costs coach
The conflicting tales of these US coaches show the way forward for those who want to shape the future of young and established athletes.
Phil Lutton
Sports reporter
