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Not my job to tell anyone about secret ministries: G-G
The governor-general has defended his role in the secret ministries saga, while former PM Scott Morrison’s stubborn defence of his actions has infuriated the Coalition.
Opinion
Sketch
Captain Morrison refuses to walk the plank
The former PM’s hour-long press conference was a tour de force of Morrisonisms, as if he felt compelled to trot out his greatest hits.
Michael Koziol
Journalist
Analysis
Scott Morrison
Anyone expecting an apology from Morrison should look to history
The former prime minister built his reputation as a man who did not take responsibility for his role, all the while secretly expanding it.
For one type of home, the property downturn is deeper than the rest
While homes across the price spectrum have fallen in the southern capitals, only Brisbane’s most expensive homes fell in value in the three months to July.
Olympic Games infrastructure agency tipped to take shape soon
Eighteen months after Brisbane won the right to host the 2032 Games, there is still no organisation in place to oversee construction.
Dexus announces $200m budget blowout for massive Brisbane project
Another major Brisbane development – at Eagle Street – has had a cost blowout, even before a single shovel has broken ground.
Brisbane doctor details how he was sacked by major hospital
Dr Lucas McLindon’s claims of links between vaccines and miscarriages have fuelled discussions online and at anti-vaccination rallies.
Alleged grave robber dies before court date
A man accused of removing body parts from two human corpses at a suburban cemetery has died before facing court.
Former Qld Catholic school brother to stand trial on child sex charges
Frank Terrence Keating, 79, has been ordered to face 15 child sex charges allegedly committed during the 1980s at a south-east Queensland college.
No more ‘period poverty’: Scottish law makes sanitary products free
Scotland is the first country to legally protect the right of women to access free feminine hygiene items.
Australia’s COVID vaccine rollout poorly planned and too slow, audit finds
The audit criticised the slow speed at which early doses were administered, blaming poor planning.
Retail therapy: Shoppers pamper themselves with clothes, luxury goods in nation’s malls
Shoppers are treating themselves to new wardrobes, jewellery and luxury goods.
No regrets for Barty, but she would love one more crack at Serena
Five months after her retirement shocked the global tennis community, Ash Barty has confirmed she’s at peace with her new existence.
Brisbane poised to poach NRL grand final from Sydney
The hosting rights are now 60-40 in Queensland’s favour after Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk made a final pitch to snare the match for the second year in a row.
Exclusive
Media & marketing
Foxtel backs down on streaming in attempt to clinch AFL rights
Foxtel has agreed to allow Channel Seven to stream major AFL matches online, in a move that could knock rival bidders out of the running for the code’s next rights deal.
Queensland
One in seven Queensland Indigenous kids reported to child protection system
The over-representation of Indigenous children in Queensland’s child protection system is increasing at every point, data shows.
Number of Qld women sent to jail triples, most for stealing
Fewer women are being sentenced for crimes, but those who are sentenced will more likely find themselves in jail.
Man charged with domestic violence murder of new girlfriend
Queensland police believe the mother-of-four had recently moved to the area and the relationship with the man was quite recent.
Truck loses load of beer kegs on highway, causing traffic delays
Commuters heading to Brisbane on Wednesday faced traffic delays from three major highways.
Brisbane property prices tipped to fall more than 10 per cent by the end of 2023
ANZ predicts Brisbane home prices should rise slightly this year ahead of a double-digit drop in 2023, as data shows inflationary pressures are even more acute than feared.
Politics
Summit aims to future-proof workers as real wages suffer record fall
The federal government is pinning its hopes on major economic reforms out of its jobs and skills summit. But workers are looking for real wages growth.
Business
Exclusive
Food & drink
‘Walking away’: Milklab maker ‘refuses’ to talk as European dispute sours
Milklab’s manufacturer, Noumi, is wrapping up one dispute with US almond growers over its prized brand, but now it faces another.
World
Multiple bomb, arson attacks rock Thailand’s south
Explosions and fires ripped through at least 17 locations on Wednesday.
Opinion
What single life taught me about a healthy marriage
Mel Buttigieg
Freelance writer
A breach of norms of Trumpian proportions: Morrison’s power grab
Bruce Wolpe
Senior fellow at the United States Studies Centre and former political staffer
Explore
Property
What can you buy for Australia’s median house price?
Across all the capital cities, the median house price is still north of $1 million, but that budget will stretch further in some neighbourhoods than others.
Grand stairway plan for new home on vacant Brisbane River block
Architects have proposed a stairway become the most publicly visible aspect of a new house planned for a stretch of the river at Hawthorne.
Lifestyle
Opinion
Shopping
How to save money at the supermarket (and still eat well)
Keeping your shopping bills down is possible – some of it is luck, some of it is meal planning, and the rest is knowing what to spend your hard-earned coin on and where you can skimp a little.
Susie Burrell
Culture
★★★★
Review
Missionary impossible: Emma Thompson excels in sex dramedy
Good Luck to You, Leo Grande tells the story of a widow who knows exactly what she wants but will have to clear several mental hurdles in order to get it.
Sport
Pregnancy policy crucial to keep top talent away from rival codes, warn NRLW stars
The issue is central to pay negotiations as Sam Bremner prepares to return to the game after the birth of two children.
England, India and dollars dominate Australia fixture
Australia will play almost half its Tests and total game days against England and India over the next four years.
Perth ready to splash cash on another NRL double-header
There could be more quality league content leaving Sydney, with Perth making a play to host a double-header next year.
Tszyu plans to have Kostya in his corner ahead of Charlo title fight
They have rarely seen each other since Kostya moved to Russia, but Tim Tszyu plans to tap into his famous father’s experience ahead of his world title shot.
Analysis
NRL 2022
NRL round 23 previews: Experts analyse the head-to-head match-ups
A grand final replay kicks off the third-last round of the regular season.
Ronaldo can leave Manchester United ... if anyone wants him
Manchester United will not stand in the Portuguese superstar’s way as he tries to force his way out.
Opinion
LIV Golf Series
Why LIV Golf is a different beast to the Super League and rugby wars
In this sporting battle royale, the old guard have traditions not only worth cherishing, but represent the best part of golf in the first place.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Have Your Say
Why the answer to the Wallabies’ woes must start with tougher questions
Selection inconsistency, a huge injury toll, the captaincy in limbo, playmaker problems and the underperformance of high-profile players all need addressing by RA.
