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Victoria Park an Olympic hurdle as Coates, mayors, architect grilled on Games
Australian Olympic supremo John Coates says if Brisbane were to build a new Victoria Park stadium, it should not be considered a Games-related cost.
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Cycling
‘Nice to see some logic’: Speed limit rises on Brisbane bridge where joggers beat bikes
Police had fined cyclists $464 for speeding on this inner-city green bridge on World Car-Free Day.
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Bondi Junction attack
Man misidentified as Bondi Junction killer hires lawyers to sue Seven
The 20-year-old man has threatened defamation action against the TV network.
‘We have wondered what happened to mum all our lives’
It was on Bilinga Street in Currumbin, some several hundred metres from the beach, that young mother-of-two Tammy Dyson was driven away by a woman claiming to be her sister.
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Social media
‘Dangerous falsehoods’: Social media giants face big fines in revamped laws
Since the Bondi and western Sydney church stabbings, attention of politicians and analysts has turned to the role of social media in spreading false claims.
Two wins for Bluey composer, while Brisbane’s best venue crowned
Brisbane’s song of the year, best live music venue and best festival have been named at this year’s Queensland Music Awards.
Opinion
University
I made mistakes at university, just not enough of them
The mistakes you make during uni will shape your life, in big and small ways. So don’t overthink it – just enjoy the ride.
Bella Westaway
Contributor
Opinion
Social media
Influencers are shining a light on public housing. But are they doing good or just gawking?
“This floor is the one with all the f---ing murderers,” one creator says, laughing.
Scobie Mckay
Contributor
Why everything you thought about preheating your oven may be wrong
Alice Zaslavsky settles the debate once and for all in the interests of saving time, energy, and money every time we cook.
How many lives did COVID vaccines save? Scientists have an estimate
New modelling also reveals Australia’s chronic vaccine delays may have resulted in a life-saving fluke.
Better boost budget bottom line, Jim: IMF warns of Chinese downturn threat
The International Monetary Fund says countries heavily dependent on China – such as Australia – have to get their budgets in order sooner rather than later.
Queensland
‘We have wondered what happened to mum all our lives’
It was on Bilinga Street in Currumbin, some several hundred metres from the beach, that young mother-of-two Tammy Dyson was driven away by a woman claiming to be her sister.
The map that reveals the shocking extent of Great Barrier Reef coral bleaching
The Albanese government is under pressure to cut emissions more quickly after all three regions of the reef suffered extreme bleaching for the first time.
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.
Politics
China in our sights: Defence to get extra $50b over next decade
Defence spending is set to rise to $100 billion a year by 2034, in large part due to the risk of conflict in the Indo-Pacific as China rapidly builds up its military.
Business
BOQ profits stifled as inflation, higher funding costs shred margins
The bank unveiled a cash profit of $172 million in the six months to February 29, down 33 per cent compared to the first half of last year.
World
‘Stirs the pot’: Jury candidates air views of Trump as hush money trial proceeds
Without his usual bravado and bluster, and once again appearing in court without his wife, Melania, by his side, Trump looked more like a weary, ordinary man.
Opinion
Iran has given Israel licence to ‘go nuts’. But there are reasons to resist
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Explore
Property
Jordan applied for rental homes he once would have cringed at. It didn’t go to plan
As Brisbane rents reach record highs, home hunters are queueing out the door even for tiny properties with obvious problems.
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.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Australia’s Olympic uniforms go for gold by ditching the green
The fashion capital of Paris has influenced the Australian team’s opening ceremony uniforms.
Opinion
Dating
The secret to success on dating apps is economical
Siena Fagan
Economics and media student
Culture
Whiteley, Brack, Perceval. At 96, this art collector is farewelling his favourite works
While Peter Clemenger’s children will inherit some of the artworks he spent decades collecting with his wife, Joan, others were too big – and too important – to hand down.
Opinion
WordPlay
Taylor Swift’s poetic licence: why all the fuss around her new album title?
David Astle
Crossword compiler and ABC Radio Melbourne presenter
Traveller
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Swimming
McKeown breaks 15-year-old Rice record as Winnington stuns Short
The 29-year-old has withdrawn from a stacked 100m freestyle final at the Australian Open Championships.
He was set to return a month ago but O’Connor’s delay won’t derail future
His time on the sidelines has been extended as he comes off contract.
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NRL 2024
In less than 72 hours, the Panthers agreed to release the best prop in the NRL. Here’s why
Six months ago, Warriors coach Andrew Webster rang the Panthers and cheekily asked if they would be willing to release Fisher-Harris.
How many medals will Australia win at Paris 2024? Here’s what analysts think
An independent forecast about Australia’s prospects in the Paris Olympics is bullish.
Matildas star to train with men’s team in bid to cap comeback at Olympics
Michelle Heyman was chosen to model the Olympic team’s opening ceremony uniforms – but she’s not jumping to conclusions.
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World Boxing
Boxing coach quits Olympics over sexual misconduct claims
Boxing Australia’s head coach Jamie Pittman was found to have been involved in offensive behaviour involving female athletes.
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AFL 2024
Finlayson ‘offended’ by suspension, ‘rethinks’ comments
Port Adelaide’s Jeremy Finlayson has expressed his frustration at the suspension for making a slur.
Have Your Say
Lion’s lifeline: AFL to review character references after Cameron escapes ban
Charlie Cameron’s clean record at the AFL Tribunal over more than 200 games has paid off.
