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Internet speeds, house prices drag Brisbane down global rankings
But a new city index says Brisbane “excels” on life expectancy and rates highly for economics, quality of life and human capital.
Miles’ Big Build advertising blitz costing taxpayers $20k a day
State Development Minister Grace Grace confirmed the 104-day campaign would cost $2,027,047.
Residents say 16-storey tower bid breaches faith with Valley plan
A controversial development proposal has been taken to City Hall, where residents told Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner to honour height limits in Fortitude Valley.
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Aviation
British man dead, 30 hurt in turbulence-hit Singapore Airlines flight with 56 Aussies on board
The 73-year-old man died during the incident, probably from a heart attack, while seven people were critically injured.
Grandfather dies after suffering suspected heart attack on Singapore Airlines flight
Geoffrey Kitchen was travelling with his wife of more than 50 years, Linda, who has been transferred to hospital in Bangkok for treatment.
Eight Australians in hospital after horror flight
The Singapore Airlines route is popular with Australians going to Europe, and Australians made up the largest nationality group on board.
Perspective
Government
In defence of jet-setting politicians doing their job
Ask most Queensland MPs if they’d rather be home with their family or schmoozing abroad and nine times out of 10, you can bet the family would win.
Cameron Atfield
Journalist
Analysis
Political leadership
Who really runs the country? The secret roles of Albanese’s ministers
Anthony Albanese’s ministers have portfolios – they also have other roles: confidantes, influencers, attack dogs. And some are more equal than others.
‘Ringing alarm bells’: Business panic mounting on Dutton’s migration numbers
The opposition leader’s plans to cut net migration to 160,000 – 100,000 less than next year’s forecast – has horrified Australia’s business lobby.
Australia to ban replicas of weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Mounjaro
The ban will drastically reduce the availability of the popular injections – which have been in short supply globally – and disrupt the businesses capitalising on the huge demand.
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Superannuation
Superannuation calculator: Find out how much you’ll have when you retire
Your superannuation is one of the most important investments you’ll ever make. Get on top of it with our new superannuation calculator.
The Broncos are set to be gutted. A lightning rookie could be a saviour
Eight minutes is all it took for a young Bronco to announce himself as a future star.
‘A real shock’: AOC blindsided by Morseu’s assault charge
Former Olympic basketballer Danny Morseu was last week found guilty of assault occasioning bodily harm after repeatedly punching a woman in the head in 2022.
Stroll, shop and eat at Brisbane’s night markets
Night-market season has returned for 2024, with plenty of shopping, snacking and entertainment to warm body and soul throughout the winter months.
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Review
Chris Hemsworth steals the show in this ambitious addition to Mad Max saga
George Miller’s action sequences in Furiosa, the most expensive Australian film ever, are as exhilarating as ever.
Your life will never be the same after visiting this unfinished masterpiece
Here’s how to get the most out of a visit to Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s unfinished Barcelona masterpiece, La Sagrada Familia.
Queensland
Brothers jailed over ‘cowardly’ stabbing death
One of the pair was sentenced to life in prison over the death of a 27-year-old father in the heart of Surfers Paradise.
Liz spent her last night in the Valley. Who killed her remains a mystery
Elizabeth “Liz” Henry was 30 years old, and four months’ pregnant with her seventh child, when her naked body was found.
Qld budget will now go $3 billion into the red next financial year
“If we have to borrow to deliver our cost-of-living measures then that is what we will do,” Queensland’s Treasurer says.
More girls are self-harming. Qld’s top doctor says ‘the answer isn’t simple’
Queensland’s Chief Health Officer is concerned the mental health and wellbeing of teenagers, especially girls, has been deteriorating for years.
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Queensland votes
Crisafulli’s LNP climbs higher against Miles’ Labor leadership
Steven Miles took the top job in December, pitching himself as Labor’s best chance for the October election. New polling for Brisbane Times details what’s changed.
Politics
$16 billion and 16 years to kickstart Australia’s next nuclear plant: CSIRO
The nation’s top science agency has found the cost of large-scale nuclear plants backed by the federal Coalition cannot compete on price with renewables.
Business
Government urged to ban AI-generated election materials
There are fears deepfakes of Anthony Albanese or Peter Dutton could be used to spread misinformation ahead of the next federal election.
World
Zelensky pushes allies to step up and fight war that ‘no one even notices’
On the fifth anniversary of his inauguration, the comedian-turned-wartime leader concedes his allies need to push so-called “red lines” and get more involved.
Opinion
Australia leads the world in the use of this oxymoronic term
David Astle
Crossword compiler and ABC Radio Melbourne presenter
The two major threats to a ‘net zero’ world
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Explore
Property
‘As bad as it’s ever been’: Property prices blow out and pay rises lag
Home prices have risen much faster than wages over the long term, and the gap looks set to widen.
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
Rachel Lane
Money contributor
Good Food
Lifestyle
Opinion
Flu season
I know pseudo remedies won’t cure my winter cold. But they make me feel special
We’re currently experiencing a unique hell of virus soup, and despite knowing what we need to do to get better, following doctor’s orders feel painfully pedestrian.
Wendy Syfret
Freelance writer
Culture
‘Deliciously bonkers’: Aussie film starring Nicolas Cage makes a splash at Cannes
The US actor had fans screaming and bellowing as he appeared at Cannes for the first time in more than 30 years.
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NRL 2024
‘I’ll be ready’: Why Broncos guns could soon be heated rivals
Amid a logjam for a centre spot in the State of Origin, two teammates have announced their cases for respective recalls. Have your say on who should win the race.
Starc destroys Head’s stumps to defeat Cummins in IPL
Travis Head’s duck wasn’t all bad news for Australia as it signalled a return to form by national teammate Mitchell Starc before the World Cup.
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NRL 2024
‘He’s a damn good person’: Bennett open to Burgess reunion at Souths
Wayne Bennett is officially returning to the Rabbitohs, and he could be joined by one of their favourite sons.
‘I’m sorry and embarrassed’: Emotional Coleman opens up on Waratahs exit
Darren Coleman rode the highs and lows of every defeat. His press conference was no different.
Opinion
NRL 2024
Happy 50th birthday Brad – you’ve received the most Eels-style present ever
Here’s a tribute to the former Eels coach on his birthday.
Adrian Proszenko
Chief Rugby League Reporter
From Cold Chisel to Hotspur: ‘Big Ange’ calls the tune
Ange Postecoglou is back at home, but he is a long way from where he started. It’s been a ride like no other in Australian sport.
Flook shot: Red’s body on line for Wallabies, Super Rugby charge
A Wallabies jersey beckons and the Queensland Reds plot a road-trip to the Super Rugby Pacific title.
Have Your Say
Mam or Dearden? Why Munster agony should signal Ezra’s moment to shine
Cameron Munster’s injury has ended his State of Origin campaign and opens the door for two men.
