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Childcare centre could face prosecution for leaving child on hot bus
It was the first such incident in Queensland in 2023 but acting Education Minister Di Farmer said it was “one too many”.
‘Away from the prying eyes’: Fight erupts over how to keep tabs on AUKUS subs plan
The dispute over how to provide accountability for the biggest defence project in the nation’s history came as a former head of the US Navy said he hoped Australia would join America in any war fought with China over Taiwan.
Brisbane train passenger forced to eat cigarette butt, other degrading acts
“Swallow it,” the bullies can be heard telling the boy on the video that was later uploaded to social media as they laugh.
Opinion
Neighbours
Community Facebook groups: let’s bring joy and stop griping about dog poo
Lack of social connection has the same health risk as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Can we shut down trolls and make social media a place to love thy neighbour?
Felicity Caldwell
Journalist
Exclusive
Abducted in Japan
Sarah had 24 hours to abduct her own children or never see them again
The mother is the only Australian parent known to have won the child abduction race under Japan’s sole custody system, while a Canadian father sailed 1000 kilometres to see his kids during pandemic lockdowns.
Exclusive
NACC
War crimes investigator tapped to lead first federal corruption watchdog
NSW Judge Paul Brereton, who uncovered evidence of murders by Australian soldiers in Afghanistan, is said to be Dreyfus’ pick to run the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
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Secrets of War
Former SAS soldier charged with Afghanistan war crime
A former special forces soldier has been arrested in NSW and charged with war crimes in Afghanistan.
Settimo is Guy Grossi’s soulful love letter to the Amalfi Coast
In a playful Brisbane dining room it’s serving pasta al limone, and hand-cut seafood scialatielli all’amalfitana served with traditional anchovy sauce.
Why Sattler’s passing marks end of an era for rugby league
How would today’s NRL react to an incident like the one that immortalised John Sattler? Quite simply, it won’t have to - because it will never happen again.
The 81-year-old show that’s hosted everyone from Princess Margaret to George Michael
BBC Radio’s Desert Island Discs is arguably the greatest treasure trove of cultural conversations in history, with more than 2 million listeners every week.
The great Vegemite taste test, from brownies to baked beans
Should you put any new Vegemite products on your shopping list? We tasted the lot to find out.
Opinion
Reds
‘Not tokenism’: Women the way forward for Queensland Rugby
There are positive signs for the women’s game in Queensland, but are there limits to what can be achieved?
Michael Atkinson
Nine Network presenter, reporter and broadcaster
Queensland
NSW flood waste adds to Queensland’s recycling problem
Queensland is struggling to meet its recycling targets, prompting the Palaszczuk government to fund more projects.
‘Absolutely devastated’: Child left on bus outside early learning centre
Investigations have been launched into the incident, which occurred when temperatures topped 30 degrees.
‘Like blast wounds’: Expert calls for safety features on mowers to protect children after latest victim dies
A recent rise in catastrophic injuries to young children from ride-on mowers has prompted one expert to sound a warning.
Dozens more Brisbane suburbs staring down land tax as values jump
Median residential land values have soared by 12.7 per cent across the city, with more than half its suburbs now above a key tax threshold.
Exclusive
Juvenile justice
Questions remain over Queensland’s quick-fix youth prison capacity
Rushed changes, justified with disputed claims of an “exceptional” crime crisis, passed parliament.
Politics
Analysis
Interest rates
RBA faces rate clash: Should they stay or should they go up?
The Reserve Bank faces a clash of priorities over coming weeks: deal with banking turmoil in Europe and America, or drive down inflation?
Business
Injections clinic Cosmetique chief revealed as potential buyer of Purely Byron
The CEO of injections and fillers clinic chain Cosmetique is keen to acquire the Elsa Pataky-founded skincare brand Purely Byron, which collapsed last week.
World
Who is Trump’s valet Walt Nauta, key witness in documents case?
The man from Guam who isn’t too proud to carry a tie, pick up dry cleaning and follow Trump around on the tarmac or golf course, could provide illuminating evidence.
Opinion
Arrest warrant may signal the beginning of the end for Putin
Geoffrey Robertson
Human rights barrister and author
Explore
Property
Property prices higher since COVID-19 start, but experts unsure what looms
Dwelling values boomed when the pandemic hit, plunged once interest rates moved, and are stabilising at higher levels. What’s next?
Cricket champ Ricky Ponting linked to $20m Toorak mansion buy
The six-bedroom home comes with the requisite tennis court and pool but caught the eye of a star in a different sport.
Good Food
Lifestyle
I thought I was ready to have a baby on my own. Four words made me stop and think
During a support group for solo mothers by choice, a woman with an infant curled in her lap gave Alexandra Collier the answer she craved: “You’re not ready yet.”
Culture
‘Her face carries history’: Desert queen comes to life on the Archibald canvas
Australian nurse Valerie Browning is a reluctant subject. But for Kirsty Neilson, who holds the brush: “It is an artist’s dream to have a face like that to paint”.
Sport
A broken hand beneath a car and a gentleman to boot: The game remembers John Sattler
One of the foundation club’s favourite sons, who famously played with a badly broken jaw, has died.
Why the ladder is upside down and your tipping is a mess
This story won’t help your tipping. But it might explain why the Storm can’t hold a Steeden, the Tigers have started scoring tries and the NRL world has been flipped on its head.
Brisbane derby beats Souths v Roosters: Dolphins CEO
Terry Reader says the NRL derby intensity with the Brisbane Broncos will surpass that of the 115-year-old Rabbitohs-Roosters rivalry.
Here are the key takeouts from an intriguing opening round
It’s a small sample size, but round one of the AFL season delivered several intriguing storylines.
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ODI
Smith’s stunning catch steals limelight in crushing one-day win
Mitch Marsh and Travis Head cracked Australia to an easy win.
Haas credits Bennett with keeping him at Broncos
Payne Haas was about to sign for the Melbourne Storm as a teenager.
‘They rushed him’: Eels defend Matterson fine furore as 90-year title weight looms
Ryan Matterson returns for Parramatta ahead of Thursday’s grand final rematch.
Have Your Say
Team of the week: The NRL’s rising stars shine brightest
The Broncos are leading the way on the ladder, and it’s the same in this round’s team of the week with a very healthy four players in our squad of 17.
