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How a broken pipe became a criminal justice issue in Brisbane
In policing, the broken windows theory has been hotly debated for years. But it’s a broken pipe that has the Queensland Police Service defending its methods.
Airtrain negotiations back on track
The on-again, off-again discussions between the state government and Airtrain to end the private company’s monopoly on public transport to Brisbane Airport are on again.
Air Vanuatu in liquidation following fleet issue, poor trading
Liquidators say they intend to resume normal trading as soon as possible, while considering all opportunities to place the airline on a stronger footing.
Half the detainees freed after High Court ruling have no monitors or curfews
The government has successfully fended off a major legal challenge that would have seen up to 200 more immigration detainees released into the community.
Recovering Reynolds takes on key new role for Broncos
Expected to miss playing for three months, Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds turns his attention to helping coach Kevin Walters plot a winning path.
Dolphins’ Farnworth feared three months out and surgery
Dolphins strike centre Herbie Farnworth has revealed he feared facing surgery and at least three months on the sidelines when he went down with an AC joint strain last month.
Analysis
US Votes 2024
‘It could boomerang’: Stormy Daniels testimony on sex, lies and money is risky for both sides
The porn actor’s account was explosive in her indignant delivery and in the details of a sexual encounter with Donald Trump that at times sounded non-consensual.
Shayna Jacobs, Perry Stein, Marianne LeVine and Devlin Barrett
Investigation
Scams
Fast cars, forgery and a bogus Banksy deal: Australians caught in collapse lose millions
A suspected international scam has dissolved into acrimony and recriminations - all played out on social media.
Jury discharged on first day of missing campers murder trial
A new trial is expected to begin early next week after former pilot Gregory Lynn pleaded not guilty to the murders of campers Russell Hill and Carol Clay.
Don’t like cabbage? This sweet, buttery and beautiful variety might change your mind
How does a simple fruit or vegetable emerge from nowhere to build its own niche brand, asks Terry Durack.
Try one of the world’s best wines for half price. But is it really worth $320 a glass?
Good Food puts rare and revered wines to the taste test during the Coravin World Wine Tour.
Woman named as Baby Reindeer stalker says she is suing Netflix
The woman, 58, has broken her silence after fans of the hit drama claimed to have identified her as the person who inspired the character of Martha.
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Opinion
Federal budget
If Chalmers gets the budget wrong, interest rate rises may kill his government
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
Just in
Queensland
Brisbane council’s Paris 2024 travel bill blasted
The council’s civic cabinet, chaired by Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner, approved travel for two councillors and three senior council officers to go to Paris for an Olympic-size cost.
Updated
Crime
‘Horrendous’: Attacker used weapon similar to bat as victim’s name revealed
James “Jim” Hill, 76, has been remembered as a beloved father, and a treasured icon of the Gatton community.
Qld will give $2b in power bill rebates but the cash splash has raised questions
There are concerns the rebates risk sucking up budget cash that could be used on better targeted help.
Updated
Crime
Boy, 10, ‘sexually assaulted’ Italian tourist: police
Police said the young woman called out for help and “was set upon by a number of other juveniles” during the alleged assault in Queensland’s north.
Ditching car parks for bike lanes could help struggling high street shops
Replacing on-street parking with bike lanes could make Brisbane more liveable without hurting small businesses, research at a popular shopping strip has found.
Politics
‘Not a single government dollar’: Albanese plays down gas policy push after blowback
Six Labor MPs in at-risk seats have spoken out against the future gas strategy spearheaded by Resources Minister Madeleine King.
Business
Federal Court dismisses disclosure class actions against CBA
The judge found even though Commonwealth Bank was aware of problems before AUSTRAC’s 2017 case, it had not breached continuous disclosure obligations.
World
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Courts
‘Eunuch maker’ who broadcast mutilations of men jailed for life
A Norwegian national made more than $500,000 from the website’s 22,841 members who paid to watch videos of his “barbaric” underworld surgeries.
Opinion
When uni students endorse terror, it’s time for political intervention
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Five ways to kick off the concussion debate without stopping the game
Michael Morgan and Anthony Boyd
Explore
Property
Eight of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a private sandy beach to equestrian facilities for horse lovers and a 15-metre pool, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
Australian renters would be nearly $4b better off under a rent freeze
Tenants would have saved as much as $3000 over the 12 months to March, and proponents of a rent freeze say the cash would be life-changing.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Anger has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Here’s why
While it’s a normal emotion, constant feelings of anger can have long-term health risks.
Culture
Opinion
Donald Trump
Can Trump survive a Stormy sex scandal? Just ask Bill Clinton
Bill Clinton accustomed the American people to political scandal. Donald Trump may benefit from their consequent ambivalence to politicians behaving badly.
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
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NRL 2024
Why Wayne Bennett loves the game, but doesn’t chase the game
He’s into his fifth decade as an elite coach, but Bennett’s traits suit the way the modern game is played.
Roy Masters
Sports Columnist
Updated
NRL off-field behaviour
George Burgess found not guilty of groping woman
The former NRL player had admitted to telling the woman “be naughty with me” when he visited her Sydney apartment, but denied repeatedly grabbing her bottom.
Analysis
NRL 2024
‘You know I barrack for Queensland?’ How Roosters won race for Fifita
Fed up with waiting, Nick Politis was contemplating pulling the $3.3m offer. Then his phone rang.
Updated
AFL 2024
Powell’s social media posts revealed after slur
Gold Coast’s Wil Powell used homophobic language online before abusing a Brisbane opponent.
Trbojevic expected to be sidelined for up to 8 weeks
Tom Trbojevic is poised to be ruled out of the entire State of Origin series.
‘The NT is ready’: The push for a 20th AFL team
A Northern Territory club could join the AFL within a decade and play at a 20,000-capacity stadium in Darwin, NT powerbrokers say.
Broncos’ Walsh to take ‘chill pill’, Gosiewski debuts
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has told fullback Reece Walsh not to overplay his hand too early in the away clash with Parramatta.
Have Your Say
Bad talk, take a walk: NRL warns clubs over ref abuse
Referees won’t tolerate players pushing the envelope in round 10 after the ugly scenes that marred the spiteful Tigers-Bulldogs encounter.