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‘Too silly for words’: Experts reject claims Voice will trigger deluge of legal action

“The proposition that advice from [Indigenous] people will cause delays and threats is a very negative view of us,” said Professor Marcia Langton, pictured at Parliament House last month.

Voice proponents are appearing at the first hearing of a key inquiry into the proposed words that would be inserted into the Constitution if the referendum succeeds.

Stuart Robert stood to gain financially from friends’ company: inquiry

A parliamentary inquiry has heard a senior public servant met the owners of Synergy 360 at the home of a co-owner while the firm was advising clients on contracts.

Cops banned from using dangerous neck hold that restricts blood flow

Police Commissioner Katarina Carroll.

The commissioner announced the QPS would discontinue its use of the technique, which restricts blood flow to the brain.

‘Had to be a no-brainer’: Court blocks appeal by teen killer of Jack Beasley

Brett (left) and Belinda (right) Beasley, parents of murder victim Jack Beasley, are seen reacting as they leave the Brisbane Court of Appeal with family and supporters in Brisbane on Friday. One of the convicted killers, who was 15 at the time of the murder, has failed in a bid to appeal his sentence.

The former juvenile offender whose murder of Beasley inspired changes to Queensland law has been denied leave to appeal against his sentence.

Reds snap out of Super drought with Samoa win

Suliasi Vunivalu on the charge.

Suliasi Vunivalu has come to life as the Queensland Reds won overseas for the first time in four years and burst Moana Pasifika’s bubble in Samoa.

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What is jet lag exactly – and is west really best?

Circadian rhythms are not unique to humans. But jetting around the world is. Is there anything you can do to avoid jet lag?

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First look at GPO’s spectacular $9 million rejuvenation

Renders show sumptuous art deco-inspired design elements, a restored vault and a glass wine cellar with room for 1500 bottles. Here’s what else to expect.

Jarryd Hayne back behind bars ahead of sentencing for rape

Jarryd Hayne is taken into custody.

The former NRL star has had his bail revoked by a Supreme Court judge ahead of his sentencing hearing next month.

‘A big sigh of relief’: How Ilsa wobbled but got back on track

‘A big sigh of relief’: How Ilsa wobbled but got back on track

The premier of Western Australia breathed a big sigh of relief on Friday morning.

Anthony Albanese one of Time’s 100 most influential people

Canada’s left-wing prime minister, Justin Trudeau, wrote a short piece on why Albanese had been selected.

Jack Teixeira being arrested in Massachusetts.

US arrests 21-year-old over classified intelligence leak

Investigators believe a US Air Force National Guard employee led the online chat group where the documents were posted.

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Call for probe into Brisbane’s council-funded anti-congestion campaign

Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has written to homeowners asking them to support his multi-billion dollar tunnel plan. That could see him investigated for misconduct.

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Queensland would support national approach to classroom phone bans

“If we can have a national policy on this, of course Queensland will step up to the plate,” the Premier said on Thursday.

The state government has said principals can already decide what happens in their schools. With national talks now floated, the Premier’s tone has shifted.

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Animals

‘She’s ruined for life’: Neighbour says family feared dogs before girl was bitten

The toddler was rushed to hospital after being bitten by a dog at Yatala.

A girl was rushed to hospital after the dog attacked her on the Gold Coast, the third mauling of a child in south-east Queensland in a week.

Basketball at noon soon a reality for Brisbane workers

Basketball at noon soon a reality for Brisbane workers

A US-style urban sports court has been planned for a neglected underpass in Brisbane’s CBD.

Father and son drown in Qld waterfall tragedy

Homepage composite for Crystal Cascades drowning story.

The pair were on holiday from Melbourne when the 59-year-old father got into trouble and his 21-year-old son tried to save him.

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The house that Mr Squiggle bought hits the market

Long before there was Bluey there was Mr Squiggle, and long before houses in the neighbourhood sold for tens of millions of dollars they could be bought by a cartoonist for £8300.

Cutting back on household spending can save almost $1300 per month - but it’s not enough to cover the extra mortgage costs in Sydney and Melbourne.

Giving things ‘a haircut’: How stretched home owners could almost make ends meet

Households who bought at the property market’s peak could save $1300 a month through a series of strict cutbacks, but it might not be enough.

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LIVE scores: Fremantle v Gold Coast in Norwood Oval’s AFL debut

It’s the second day of the AFL’s Gather Round. First, Fremantle and Gold Coast Suns meet at Norwood Oval, before Richmond and the Sydney Swans clash in a big Friday night match.

Swimming Australia boss Eugenie Buckley has handed in her resignation.

Power struggle prompts Swimming Australia boss to resign

Swimming Australia chief executive Eugenie Buckley has resigned, effective immediately, less than 18 months out from the Paris Olympics.

Jon Rahm of Spain and Brooks Koepka of the United States look on from the tenth green during the continuation of the weather delayed third round of the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club on April 09, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images) *** BESTPIX ***

Breaking rank: LIV golfers in with a legal shot at playing for points

LIV players are edging toward a swing at golf’s official rankings on anticompetitive grounds.

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Sandeep Sharma of Rajasthan Royals celebrates after winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) match between Chennai Super Kings and Rajasthan Royals (left); Saudi Arabian Cricket Federation (SACF) chairman Prince Saud bin Mishal Al Saud (right).
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Saudi Arabia seeks to set up world’s richest cricket comp

Saudi Arabia is wooing IPL owners and India’s cricket board to create a T20 league only the IPL could rival.

Blues coach Brad Fittler is aware seven Sydney clubs sit outside the top eight on the NRL ladder.

And the loser is Sydney: Why NRL ladder is not lost on Blues coach Fittler

Seven Sydney clubs sit outside the top eight after six rounds.

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‘A slap in the face’: Controversial conversion idea in women’s rugby slammed

An England coach believes it’s time for female rugby players to take conversions closer to the posts.

Roosters star Angus Crichton makes his return to the playing field on Saturday.
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Angus Crichton’s bipolar diagnosis isn’t a joke – I know, I have it

The Roosters star makes his return after time off dealing with illness.

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