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This memorial was removed six times. Then it came back on a trailer
A ghost bike marking the spot where a cyclist was killed was deemed a safety hazard – until it returned on a trailer.
Unions call for 10 days of paid leave for IVF or menstrual issues
Workers could take paid leave for IVF treatment, chronic conditions such as endometriosis or menstrual issues, or other reproductive health issues under a union campaign launched this week.
Updated
Australian soccer
Kerr allegedly called police officer a ‘stupid white bastard’
The football star has pleaded not guilty and is fighting to have a charge of racially harassing the officer thrown out of court.
Breaking
Missing person
Man arrested over disappearance of Ballarat mother Samantha Murphy
Murphy’s husband said he had not been told of Wednesday’s arrest of a Ballarat man over the disappearance of the mother of three.
He was one of the boss’ best officers. He was also a serial rapist
Almost everyone had heard about the Sydney man’s regime of sexual cruelty. The boys’ club kept him safe to prey on more women.
Serial litigant Clive Palmer has another crack at the High Court
The billionaire mining magnate continues his attempts to stop fraud charges against him ever being heard.
Higgins taken to hospital after marathon court hearing
The former Liberal staffer was taken to hospital following a marathon defamation hearing in a Perth court involving Senator Linda Reynolds.
Perspective
City life
North America is discovering Brisbane. It’s time to make a lasting impression
Queensland’s tourism bodies have been marketing Brisbane to North America for years. Now those efforts are coming to fruition.
Courtney Kruk
City Reporter
Opinion
Political leadership
Dutton and Ley have created a foolproof what-not-to-do election guide
Thanks to their behaviour in the lead-up to and aftermath of the Dunkley byelection, the leader and deputy Liberal leaders risk being cast as the toxic twins of federal politics.
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
Exclusive
Factional politics
The ‘deputy PMs’: Claims Albanese’s powerful inner circle is shutting out ministers
A minister has complained to Albanese about the influence of senior public servants, while the power of Penny Wong and Katy Gallagher continues to grow.
Jet-setting animal lovers could soon fly with their furry friends
It may be time to cancel the dog sitter as Virgin launches a push to have furry friends inside the cabin of Australian flights.
How to Have Sex gets a lot right about girlhood – and it’s not pleasant
There is a lot to admire in Molly Manning Walker’s semi-autobiographical film. Unfortunately, those who most need to see it likely won’t.
Opinion
Sunday Life
This is my secret to making the best decisions of my life
By running, I have evidence that I can set a very difficult goal, and via one tiny milestone at a time, I will achieve that goal.
Jo Stanley
Columnist
Queensland
Photo of text message in parliament sparks apologies and call for probe
Publication of a photo of a message from now-Premier Steven Miles on a Labor MP’s phone has fuelled a political fight.
Series
Council election
Roads, rates, rubbish, and the reasons to run for mayor
Brisbane Times put the leading lord mayoral candidates on the spot with 20 questions ahead of the March 16 election. Their responses are uncensored.
Road crash on the Gold Coast leaves several people hospitalised
Several people are in hospital after a 'serious' bus and Jeep collision on Gold Coast.
Laming loses last-ditch legal bid to avoid paying $10k bill
Former federal MP Andrew Laming, who now wants to be mayor of Redland City, claimed an independent watchdog was wrong to demand he repay $10,360 in expenses.
Labor, Greens bid to starve the LNP of preferences
While Labor is asking supporters to put the Greens second on ballot papers, the Greens want Labor placed third - behind a pro-cannabis candidate.
Politics
Super has a huge divide. This change will help fix it
The government will seek to close the gap in retirement savings between men and women by paying superannuation on top of parental leave.
Business
Bet365 investigated in anti-money laundering probe
bet365 is the latest wagering business to be investigated by financial regulator AUSTRAC over anti-money laundering and counterterrorism financing compliance.
World
Aussie Olympian bats down Seine River concerns, as French president puts hand up for a dip
Swimming has been banned in the Paris river since 1923, but after a multibillion- dollar clean-up, athletes believe it will be ready for the Olympics.
Opinion
Telling students they’re ‘elite’ fails them, their school and our society
Adam Voigt
CEO and former principal
Here’s some news, Meta – you’re defying Australian law
Paul Fletcher
Federal opposition spokesman for government services and the digital economy
Dutton’s nuclear option condemns us to pricey power and blackouts
Simon Holmes à Court
Businessman and political activist
Explore
Property
Our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a beach getaway to a palatial art deco residence, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
Exclusive
Title Deeds
Former billionaire halves asking price for palatial beachfront home
And then decides to keep it amid talk his parents might move in instead, since the family’s properties nearby are up for sale.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Chicken
12 chicken breast recipes that are actually full of flavour
Lifestyle
More than moments: Is our love of Indigenous fashion leading to burnout?
Since 2020, First Nations labels have enjoyed a stratospheric rise. But more work is needed to help young designers survive in the fashion industry.
Culture
Opinion
Celebrity life
We’re in a golden age for celebrity documentaries. Pity we can’t trust them
Self-promoting “celebumentaries” by the likes of David and Victoria Beckham, Conor McGregor and Harry and Meghan may rake in cash, but they leave us all poorer.
Gary Newman
Filmmaker
Traveller
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Opinion
Australian soccer
The incomprehensible nature of Kerr’s alleged transgression
It now seems Sam Kerr’s alleged remarks arguably appear to be at the lowest end of the scale, but that doesn’t change the fact her captaincy of the Matildas should be in doubt.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Opinion
NRL 2024
The Vegas moment I knew James Tedesco was back
Brad Fittler made a comment last year about the Roosters skipper that was right. But I’ve seen a sign there’s going to be a change in 2024.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
Manly think they deserve to go back to Las Vegas. Will the NRL let them?
Scott Penn has joined Nick Politis in suggesting the two teams who won in Las Vegas should return next year.
One All Black out, another in: Injury crisis triggers Reds reshuffle
The Reds have been dealt three blows for their clash against the Chiefs.
Injury could spare Sam Kerr from Football Australia’s no-fault stand-down rule
The governing body has the power to immediately suspend Kerr for a violation of its code of ethics.
How rugby league’s US push won private praise from AFL and club bosses
The NRL’s Las Vegas experiment was the subject of many conversations at the AFL’s commission meeting.
Why Melbourne dunking machine is being scouted to stop Wembanyama
Melbourne United centre Ariel Hukporti’s skills look even better suited to the NBA.
Have Your Say
‘That’s my dream’: Josh Kerr wants departing Bromwich’s job
As an NRL great confirmed his retirement and endorsed a star pair as possible successors, another has thrown his hat in the ring.
