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Brisbane on track for ‘strategic removal’ of level crossings
As work begins this month on the $235m Beams Road overpass, Qld’s transport minister has promised a “three levels of government” approach to removing railway crossings.
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Aviation
Two men killed in light plane crash near Scenic Rim golf course
It is believed numerous people witnessed the crash, which claimed two men, aged 69 and 82, just before midday on Sunday.
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Royalty
Queen Mary takes the Danish throne alongside King Frederik X
Crowds began gathering early on Sunday, despite Copenhagen’s freezing temperatures, as Denmark welcomed King Frederik X and Queen Mary.
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Alan Jones
Alan Jones has ‘no immediate plans’ to return to Australia to resume on-air role
The veteran broadcaster has denied accusations he indecently assaulted young men while he was a leading broadcaster at Sydney radio station 2GB.
A $500,000 helping hand: How the Bank of Mum and Dad became the norm
Most parents want to ensure their children can buy a home, but the scale of wealth transfer last year surprised even top economic minds.
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Crime
Alleged Hells Angels chief snuck into Thailand on private jet after fleeing Australia: police
Thai authorities in other stings also unearthed tonnes of drugs earmarked for Australia’s shores by major criminal syndicates.
Perspective
Lunch box
How day-tripping sultanas became a hero for parents struggling with lunchbox guilt
One mum has shared her story about packing a “beige” lunchbox, and how “day-tripping” sultanas solved her school’s fruit rule.
Felicity Caldwell
Journalist
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Australian Open
Djokovic survives scare as young contender announces himself on big stage
Novak Djokovic is still in contention for this year’s tournament, but not before surviving a hell of a scare from a teenage qualifier.
Opinion
For subscribers
How I learnt to love Novak Djokovic, the greatest of all time
I never really understood his journey. I was young and immature but over time it has become clear to me that we were more alike than I wanted to admit.
Nick Kyrgios
Professional tennis player
O’Connell tastes epic win, but Sweeny, Kubler lose five-setters
A comeback win by Chris O’Connell was the hometown highlight of day one, while two of his compatriots were brave in five-set matches.
Opa team to unveil fast-paced, pan-Asian Longwang in one-of-a-kind CBD spot
One of Brisbane’s buzziest restaurant groups is teaming with a star former Same Same, Donna Chang and Spice Temple chef. It’s set to be one of the year’s biggest openings.
Last week of school holidays: Things to do in Brisbane this week
Parents, don’t despair. There’s plenty to keep kids occupied until the school bell rings again next Monday – and grown-up entertainment for you, too.
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Australian film
The movie that made Nicole Kidman an action star turns 40
“I was a bit scared of the BMX bikes,” the Oscar-winning actress says, reflecting on the 40th anniversary of BMX Bandits.
Pimples can erupt at any age: What to know about adult acne
Having breakouts as an adult can feel more embarrassing than as a teen, but they are treatable.
Queensland
Man in a critical condition after rash of e-scooter crashes in Queensland
The man, in his 20s, suffered head injuries on Saturday night after colliding with a vehicle in Brisbane.
Seven people rescued while clinging to capsized boat off Bundaberg
A distress beacon was activated late on Saturday afternoon after the seven-metre vessel was upturned in rough seas.
Watery welcome: English tourist’s hotel arrival a Titanic adventure
Michael Watson laughs about it now but says his check-in at a Brisbane hotel just as water from a burst George St pipe was flooding the foyer was “probably the worst arrival” of his life.
More SEQ flood victims now eligible for financial help
Federal assistance has been extended to more residents affected by storms in Logan, on the Gold Coast and in the Scenic Rim.
Venomous snake bites woman while lying in her own bed
A Queensland woman was abruptly woken when one of the world’s deadliest snakes slithered into her bed and bit her on the hand.
Politics
Wong urged to punish Israeli settlers ahead of Middle East trip
The Albanese government is facing internal pressure to treat extremist Israeli settlers in Palestinian territories akin to terror groups.
Business
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TikTok
Australian companies dump TikTok tracking tool amid privacy concerns
Some of the nation’s largest brands, along with government agencies, have removed TikTok’s data-tracking tool, but others are sticking with it.
World
Icelandic volcano erupts, spewing lava towards fishing town
Footage showed fountains of molten rock spewing from fissures in the ground, the bright orange lava flow glowing against the dark sky.
Opinion
If Trump wins, it will not be in spite of democracy, but because of it
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
Just when you thought he’d given up, Albanese surprises on Indigenous empowerment
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
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Property
Brisbane property values overtake Melbourne, booming 50% in four years
It’s now the nation’s third most expensive capital city for home buyers, as interstate residents flock north. Can it last?
Brisbane rents hit record, topping $1000 a week in some suburbs
House and unit rents have reached record highs, making Brisbane the second-most expensive city in which to rent an apartment.
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Lifestyle
Good advice is hard to come by. Here’s how to find (and give) it
How to find the best advice online and in-person, according to psychologists.
Opinion
Sleep
I’m not ashamed of my new hobby. In fact, it’s dreamy
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
Culture
Our predictions for a glittering, strike-delayed Emmy Awards
This week’s 75th Emmy Awards are brimming with outstanding shows and superb performances, but who will win?
Opinion
My First Job
My retail job got me AC/DC tickets, chutzpah got me backstage
Margot Saville
Journalist and author
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Australian Open
Djokovic survives scare as young contender announces himself on big stage
Novak Djokovic is still in contention for this year’s tournament, but not before surviving a hell of a scare from a teenager qualifier.
Opinion
Australian Open
How I learnt to love Novak Djokovic, the greatest of all time
Over time it has become clear to me that we were more alike than I wanted to admit.
Nick Kyrgios
Professional tennis player
De Minaur faces a powerful foe he’s felled before
Alex de Minaur was a raw teenager when he first conquered Milos Raonic.
‘Awesome’: O’Connell tastes epic win, but Sweeny, Kubler lose five-setters
A comeback win by Chris O’Connell was the hometown highlight.
Danish queen wins in Australia as Australian becomes Danish queen
Caroline Wozniacki put in a confident performance on her return to Melbourne Park.
Smith the opener dares quicks to bounce him with new ball
Steve Smith says the world’s quickest bowlers will have to risk wasting their new ball.
Analysis
Asian Cup
Arnie must find new answers to old questions after ‘substandard’ opener
Graham Arnold has to find solutions to the Socceroos’ creativity shortage.
Have Your Say
The grunts that split the tennis world
Tactical weapon to distract your opponent or an involuntary physiological response to exertion?
