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‘It’s been a wet month’: Heavy rain forecast for SEQ
A change in the weather will put a dampener on Qld’s school holidays, with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and possible flash flooding forecast for parts of the south-east.
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Earthquakes
Strong earthquake strikes Taiwan, tsunami alert issued for Japan
The quake rocked the entire island, collapsing buildings and prompting tsunami warnings in Japan and the Philippines.
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Crime
Son charged with murder of woman found dead in Fortitude Valley apartment
Police demanded access to an apartment and found the woman’s body inside. Her son has been charged with her murder.
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Political leadership
Sam Mostyn to be the new governor-general
Mostyn, a businesswoman and lawyer, was the first female AFL commissioner and was previously the president of Chief Executive Women.
Former Seven producer details alleged Lehrmann expenses
A $361 steak, $10,000 on massages: Taylor Auerbach has claimed a raft of expenses were covered by the network as it negotiated an interview deal with Bruce Lehrmann.
The type of home that’s more expensive than ever
Prices rose 53 per cent in the past three years – and didn’t go through a downturn like other kinds of property.
Israel must ‘come clean’ on killing of Gaza aid workers, says White House
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged that his army had carried out the strike, describing it as “tragic” and “unintended”.
What we know about the Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers in Gaza
Videos and photos suggest the convoy was hit multiple times, killing the seven aid workers including Australian Zomi Frankcom.
Perspective
Live music
The silver lining to Splendour’s demise
While sad, the demise of Splendour in the Grass does have an upside, especially for … ahem … more mature music fans in Brisbane.
Cameron Atfield
Journalist
Sam Campbell never gives interviews. Now, he’s finally relented
Australia’s best stand-up comedian, who was born and raised in Queensland, is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma.
Opinion
Adventure holidays
The most fascinating traveller I have ever met
Meet Marco Brey, a traveller who goes to places few others dare to tread – but not for Instagram fame.
Ben Groundwater
Travel writer
Not all medication is ‘pregnancy-safe’. So how do you calculate the risks?
For those dealing with chronic health conditions, the choice to continue or stop taking medication during pregnancy can be complicated.
Queensland
Brisbane bank branch manager charged with fraud
A National Australia Bank employee who was in charge of one of Brisbane’s busiest branches has been accused of fraud.
Queensland hot springs scene now rivalling Victoria’s
Taking advantage of the environmental success story that is the rehabilitated Artesian Basin, Cunnamulla Hot Springs has opened on the banks of the Warrego River.
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Drugs
Woman who died after mass drug overdose on Gold Coast named
Police have named the 40-year-old who died in the mass drug overdose involving seven women.
Brisbane’s big boom: How many people are moving to your suburb?
In one suburb south of Brisbane’s CBD, an average of five people moved in daily last year. Search our interactive maps to see how your suburb compares.
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Tragedy
Father, grandfather drown trying to save toddler in hotel pool
The two men from Victoria were trying to save a two-year-old girl who slipped into the deep end of a Surfers Paradise hotel pool.
Politics
Dutton whacks ‘supine’ CEOs in pitch to working class
The Coalition leader’s speech comes at an important moment for an opposition that faces questions about its economic agenda and remains behind in the polls.
Business
Analysis
Pension
Why the age pension rules are ‘incredibly biased’ against renters
A new analysis highlights how tough it is for renters in retirement, particularly those who are single.
World
How an Italian province made it affordable to have a family
Italy has one of the lowest birthrates in Europe except for one province that has emerged as a parallel procreation universe.
Opinion
Marketing herself as ‘tougher’ than Dutton is a mistake by Clare O’Neil
Sam Norton
Vice President of Liberty Victoria
Donald Trump just got hit with a $1.5 billion reality check
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Explore
Property
The best affordable tree-change towns under $600,000
They have local job options, rising house prices, strong rental demand and new infrastructure on the way.
Buyers bring suitcases of cash to Perth to compete with east coast investors
Locals are becoming increasingly aggressive as they seek to gain the edge in Perth’s red-hot property market.
Good Food
Lifestyle
When Anna became pregnant, her first feeling was not joy
Anna Heldorf lives with a condition that requires her to take medication that may affect her unborn child. The choice to continue or stop taking medication during pregnancy can be complicated.
Culture
Missing Succession? Shogun is a must-watch epic drama
It has swords and sandals, multi-layered plotting and a central performance that is so unhinged it’s hard to look away.
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Sport
‘He’s a massive idol of mine’: Marshall-King relishing Benji challenge
A 30-year first will take place when the Dolphins host a resurgent Wests Tigers on Saturday … and there’s more than just competition points at stake for two key combatants.
Swifts star apologises for online transgender comment
Samantha Wallace-Joseph commented on an Instagram headline which insinuated US President Joe Biden had declared Easter Sunday as Transgender Day of Visibility.
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Australian rugby
Why an All Blacks scrum legend has agreed to help Wallabies
Two-time World Cup winner Mike Cron is regarded as the world’s foremost expert on scrummaging.
‘They’re like rock stars’: From jeers to cheers within five days for Latrell
The Souths star has teamed up with fellow league players to launch a program to help Indigenous youth.
‘My word is equal to a signed contract’: Fundora’s manager says Tszyu can have rematch
Sebastian Fundora’s team is pledging to offer Tim Tszyu a rematch after their bloody world championship bout on Sunday.
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NRL 2024
Lomax set to meet Eels as Dragons release him from final two years
The St George Illawarra star will be on the move at the end of 2024, and could even leave sooner.
Around the clubs: Terrell May agrees to new $1m deal to remain a Rooster
Lachlan Galvin’s suspension brings one of the Tigers’ most talked-about signings in for his NRL debut.
Have Your Say
If this was Usain Bolt, it’s an obstruction. But can you pick one when you see it?
The NRL’s obstruction rule is dominating discussions. Again. So with the rule right in front of you, can you make a call on these examples of obstruction?
