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‘Build Victoria Park if that’s what the city needs, but don’t tick it off as an Olympic cost’
Australian Olympics supremo John Coates insists he did not reveal to the state government his preference for the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre to be a Games venue, he told today’s inquiry into Brisbane’s Olympic preparedness.
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LoadingMan misidentified as Bondi Junction killer hires lawyers to sue Seven
A 20-year-old man wrongly identified by the embattled Seven Network as the Bondi Junction mass murderer has threatened defamation action against the TV network.
‘Love you infinity Mum’: Family mourns woman who died after suspected ‘mushroom’ drink
Rachael Dixon, a health practitioner from Ringwood North, died in Clunes on the weekend after consuming a suspected magic mushroom drink.
Analysis
Defamation
Lehrmann’s lies and Lisa’s angry text flag possible new skirmishes
A message Lisa Wilkinson sent to a rival TV program suggesting Bruce Lehrmann had breached legal confidentiality rules has been confirmed by Justice Michael Lee.
Opinion
Ben Roberts-Smith
What the Lehrmann case means for the future of defamation law in Australia
There is little doubt that lawyers do well in defamation cases. But you rarely find a plaintiff who, at the end of the trial, believes they made the right move in suing.
Peter Bartlett
Lawyer
Exclusive
Linda Reynolds
Reynolds breaks silence over Lehrmann judgment, vows to pursue Higgins
Former Coalition minister Linda Reynolds has vowed to proceed with her own civil case against Brittany Higgins and her partner David Sharaz.
Tasmanian Devil tooth among ‘mind-blowing’ finds in destroyed Juukan Gorge cave
The first physical evidence that Tasmanian Devils once lived in the Pilbara is among the ‘mind-blowing’ finds made by in what is left of a rock shelter blasted by Rio Tinto in 2020.
How Marija went from being homeless at 15 to a homeowner at 22
The dream of stable housing is growing further out of reach for many, but Marija’s dream last year became a reality.
Opinion
Financial literacy
Want to retire early? Consider these things first
Chasing the allure of FIRE – financial independence, retire early – could leave you worse off in the long run.
Paridhi Jain
Money contributor
Opinion
Ask an expert
Should we use savings to pay down mortgage or invest in shares?
Once you get to the point where your mortgage isn’t weighing you down, you can explore other investment options.
Noel Whittaker
Money columnist
Opinion
WordPlay
Taylor Swift’s poetic licence: why all the fuss around her new album title?
Grammar pedants have been swift to judge, but pop often plays loose with punctuation.
David Astle
Crossword compiler and ABC Radio Melbourne presenter
An exclusive pasta club is returning to Brisbane – for one day only
Tickets are on sale now for this colourful DJ-driven lunch, but you’d best be quick.
Israeli artist shuts down Biennale show, urging ceasefire
The Israeli government paid about half the costs of Israel’s pavilion at Venice and was not informed in advance about the protest.
Queensland
From an aspiring teacher, keen to meet others, to a murderous loner
The parents of the Bondi Junction killer have spoken of his descent from country school kid to national “monster”, against the backdrop of untreated mental illness.
Marist College principal back at work after sex abuse allegations in civil claim
The principal of a private Brisbane boys’ school, who is accused of historical sexual abuse in a civil court claim, has returned to his role.
Perspective
Government
The big questions being raised around Queensland’s ‘Big Build’
As major infrastructure project costs rise and deadlines extend across the country, a state election also approaches – and can help explain some of the bluster.
John Coates has change of heart, agrees to face inquiry
Australian Olympic supremo has been listed to appear before a Senate inquiry into Brisbane’s 2032 Olympic Games preparations, after previously declining an offer to give evidence.
Burnout, shortages: Killing spree puts psychiatry struggles in spotlight
Joel Cauchi targeted women during Saturday’s attack. While his overall motivations remain unclear, his mental health has been raised as a contributing factor, highlighting support needed across the sector.
Politics
Business defaults soar as Australian house prices outpace the globe
Australian house prices are out-performing most of the world, even after inflation, but pressure is growing on the business sector.
Business
Opinion
World markets
Debt-saturated markets may soon face a ‘Minsky’ moment
Sell in May and go away, says the old stock market adage. Maybe that should be brought forward a week or two this time around.
Jeremy Warner
World
Heavy rains lash Dubai and disrupt flights, toll rises in Oman
Parts of the UAE received 2½ times the average annual rainfall in 24 hours, while at least 18 people have been killed in Oman, as storms hit the region.
Opinion
Iran has given Israel licence to ‘go nuts’. But there are reasons to resist
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Explore
Property
What price for a beach lifestyle? Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast smash records
Across 18 sought-after suburbs in south-east Queensland, weekly rent will now set you back $1000 or more.
How to compete for a property, even when your rival is cashed up
More than a quarter of home buyers now pay cash, no mortgage needed, so efforts to outbid them require clever tactics.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Victoria Beckham spices up being 50 as newest member of ‘Club Ageless’
With her youthful appearance, the designer and one-time pop star is part of the changing face of older women in fashion.
Opinion
Dating
The secret to success on dating apps is economical
Siena Fagan
Economics and media student
Culture
How Francis Ford Coppola beat the odds to become a cinematic genius
Sam Wasson sees the director’s films as reflections of his mode of being, his temperament and moral character.
Perspective
Music festivals
Fifty years ago, I went to Australia’s Woodstock. On Saturday, I went back
Tony Wright
Associate editor and special writer
Traveller
Drivedrive
From Our Partners
Sport
Podcast episode pulled after Finlayson hits out at ban for homophobic slur
Port Adelaide’s Jeremy Finlayson has expressed his frustration at the suspension for making a homophobic slur against an opposition player.
Breaking
NRL 2024
Fisher-Harris to leave Penrith for the Warriors
The 28-year-old forward asked to be released from the final two years of his contract with the Panthers.
The swimmers with everything to prove at the Australian titles
Here’s what you need to know about Australia’s swimmers as the greatest show on earth approaches.
Origin bolters revealed: Who will step up amid Maroons’ injury crisis?
A shock bolter’s name has been thrown into the mix to bolster Qld’s diminishing forward stocks.
Tarzan, a Titanic survivor and the birth of the athletes’ village
With 100 days until the French capital hosts its first Olympics in a century, here are 10 fun facts from the last time the City of Love hosted the Games.
‘I will play on the PGA Tour for the rest of my career’: McIlroy quashes LIV talk
Rory McIlroy has poured cold water on what would have been one of sport’s greatest about-faces.
Xavi fumes as Barcelona eliminated from Champions League after Mbappe double
PSG’s push for an elusive title is alive after a come-from-behind win over Barcelona.
Have Your Say
Lion’s lifeline: Cameron escapes with fine as AFL Tribunal notes ‘a rare case’
Charlie Cameron’s clean record at the AFL Tribunal over more than 200 games has paid off.
