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Council officer breaks ranks to call for Brisbane Airport noise study
A Brisbane City Council officer who deals with noise complaints and pollution has made his own submission to a Senate inquiry, calling for planning changes.
Unborn baby dies, six injured in two-car crash
An unborn baby has died in a two-car crash that occurred in Purga, near Ipswich, on Thursday.
‘If you’re going to live in South Brisbane, or the city, or New Farm, you shouldn’t need a car’
The plan to build more inner-Brisbane homes without parking has the support of the premier, but cyclists warn about the dangers of CBD traffic.
The graph that shows why being frugal is not enough to buy a home
Home prices have risen much faster than wages over the long term, and the gap looks set to widen.
Opinion
Jobs
Budget’s unspoken message: Maybe we’ll pull off the softest of soft landings
The rate of inflation will likely continue falling and should be back into the target range by this December.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Dutton vows to slash permanent migration to 140,000 a year
In his budget reply speech, the opposition leader intensified a political fight over housing and congestion by vowing to drive permanent migration below Labor’s target.
Opinion
Opinion
Peter Dutton is more than happy to help billionaires, except one
The Coalition, when in power, spent taxpayers’ money propping up billionaires’ operations, but now it’s Labor’s idea … and nuclear power critic Andrew Forrest stands to benefit.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Opinion
NRL 2024
Stay classy, BrisVegas: Roosters’ fears for Spencer Leniu at Magic Round
The Samoan international will play before a Brisbane crowd for the first time since the round-one incident involving Broncos star Ezra Mam.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Australians trapped after France declares state of emergency in New Caledonia
Armed forces are protecting New Caledonia’s two airports and port after a third night of violent riots that have killed four people.
French officials see foreign interference behind deadly riots
Azerbaijan had invited separatists from the French territories last year, resulting in a group whose stated aim is to support “French liberation and anti-colonialist movements”.
What does the LNP want to rename the Cross River Rail? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz
Catch up on the week’s news stories with our multiple-choice challenge.
Whoa-oh, livin’ with grey hair: What Jon Bon Jovi teaches us about ageing
A new docuseries on the 40-year history of the New Jersey rockers offers unexpected insights into growing old gracefully.
I want to hate Bridgerton but, like any good romance, I can’t quit
It is said the heart is forever making the head a fool. Well, Bridgerton is forever making a fool of me.
Queensland
Likely no rain on parades for Brisbane fans of footy and Greek food
Brisbane is set to host two major rugby league events over the coming days, plus a huge weekend cultural festival on the southside. It’s wet now – will the weather hold out?
Festivals, football and free transport for Brisbane’s big weekend
Some inner-city streets will be closed as thousands of people turn out to major events, most notably the NRL’s Magic Round at Suncorp Stadium.
LNP slams Labor for ‘cheering’ budget, but premier notes a lack of ‘new money’
Queensland Opposition Leader David Crisafulli says the federal budget reflects a choice by the Albanese government to prioritise its political survival over infrastructure planning.
Three deaths at Brisbane hospital mental health unit spark review
The health minister confirmed a review was under way after three people died by suicide at the hospital unit in the past 16 months.
Perspective
Federal budget
Billions of dollars to bolster SEQ, but migration and Olympics loom
The Albanese government underestimated how many Australians would move to Qld, and will now face criticism that it has short-changed the state.
Politics
Universities face bans for breaching foreign student caps
The dramatic intervention, introduced by Education Minister Jason Clare in parliament, aims to force down migration.
Business
Opinion
Property development
Why house prices will stay stronger for longer
The government alone cannot solve the imbalance in supply and demand in the housing market.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
World
‘Lone wolf’ charged over attempted assassination of Slovak PM Robert Fico
The attempted assassination shocked the small central European nation, with leaders blaming the attack in part on extreme political polarisation that has divided the country.
Opinion
I’ve seen what a Facebook news ban looks like – more Clive Palmer and Peta Credlin
Elise Thomas
Disinformation and conspiracy analyst
Explore
Property
Six of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From an idyllic rural retreat to a modern home with in-ground trampoline, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
Opinion
Pension
Want to help the housing crisis? Bring back the pensioner savings account
Part of solving the current housing crisis needs to be removing financial barriers for people who want to downsize. Pensioners are a good place to start.
Rachel Lane
Money contributor
Good Food
Lifestyle
Finally, something new for Fashion Week: Old clothes on the runway
On the runway, more brands are championing the idea that past season doesn’t mean old. But some are doing it louder than others.
Culture
Exclusive
Indigenous art
Gold medallist led campaign to take down Gina Rinehart portrait
Kyle Chalmers and one of the top officials in Australian swimming co-ordinated a group of 20 elite Australian swimmers to campaign against the National Gallery.
Traveller
Drivedrive
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Sport
Schauffele leads PGA with record round, Smith three-under after superb save
Perennial bridesmaid Xander Schauffele came agonisingly close to the first 61 ever recorded at a major in a blistering opening round at Valhalla Golf Club.
Suns torch Cats in hot conditions in Darwin as King takes lead in Coleman race
Gold Coast had an absolute blinder in very hot and humid conditions, and kicked the highest score in the history of their club with 164 points.
Opinion
NRL 2024
Stay classy, BrisVegas: Roosters’ fears for Spencer Leniu at Magic Round
The Samoan international will play before a Brisbane crowd for the first time since the round-one incident involving Broncos star Ezra Mam.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Ten magic moments from Magic Round
Here are the most magical moments to come out of the annual Suncorp Stadium festival of footy.
Olympian denies sexual misconduct, steps down from coach role
Brendan Kerry has stood down from his coaching position in Sydney as Australian skating authorities investigate.
‘Very serious’: Abdo addresses allegations against Queensland-based player
The allegations come leading into Magic Round and the first women’s State of Origin match.
Exclusive
NRL 2024
Mitchell confronts Anasta over Fox Sports’ ‘personal attacks’
The pair were seen engaging in a conversation inside a restaurant before Mitchell asked Anasta to join him outside.
Have Your Say
‘Me and the wife and the kids enjoy the Queensland sun too much’: Dolphins keep ‘Goat’
Dolphins prop Mark Nicholls, the man known as “Goat”, has been rewarded for his career-best form.
