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Units without car parks may have once led to ‘a riot’. Now, Miles wants more
The premier found a silver lining as he fronted a property sector lunch to spruik Labor’s housing plans in the Sunshine State.
The next Brisbane suburb earmarked for an urban renewal makeover
Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner has nominated Stones Corner as Brisbane’s next urban renewal zone. With almost 400 units under construction, local traders are cautiously optimistic.
Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, known for Super Size Me, dies at 53
Spurlock’s groundbreaking film chronicled the detrimental physical and psychological effects of him eating only McDonald’s food for 30 days.
Former Nine News boss Darren Wick accused by staff of drunken, lecherous behaviour
Staff allege the former head of news and current affairs engaged in “alcohol-fuelled grope sessions”, and his drunken, lecherous behaviour was an “open secret”.
How Coles is changing self-serve checkouts to stop shoplifting
Supermarkets and other retailers are stepping up efforts to use new technology to prevent rising levels of shoplifting.
Friends come up with a novel solution to the housing crisis
As rent and house prices rise, living close to friends and maintaining a sense of community is becoming harder than ever, so six friends created their own solution.
For the past year, Tony hasn’t paid a power bill. Here’s how he did it
Virtual power plant programs, and the retail offers being built around them, are coming at a critical moment in the energy transition.
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Title Deeds
House bought in 1978 for $325,000 resold for more than $80m
The off-market sale of the Rockleigh mansion makes it Sydney’s highest house sale this year, to date, and ranks in the city’s top five house deals of all time.
Why young people want elders to be more involved in this sensitive issue
In Queensland’s Youth Parliament, the representatives are better behaved than adult MPs. And Jessica Stone, 18, is one of those pushing for positive change.
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Swimming Australia
Influence and access: What Gina Rinehart wanted in return for Olympic-sized sponsorship
The billionaire’s generosity to Olympians means they adore her. But her company’s demand to install Dawn Fraser as head of swimming reveals a desire for something in return.
Reynolds fights to add WhatsApp ‘collaboration’ to Higgins defamation row
Senator Linda Reynolds will try to add a fresh claim to her defamation row with Higgins.
Through dozens of surgeries and the threat of amputation, a warrior has emerged
Twice she has learned how to walk again. Even after more than 25 surgeries, she faces amputation. But this journey of perseverance has inspired her.
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Investigations
Screenshot found on Peter Bol’s phone contained doping information
The Australian runner’s lawyer labelled the discovery meaningless and its airing by WADA an appalling attempt to shirk responsibility for falsely accusing his client of doping.
Record crowds and road closures expected for Brisbane Marathon
Runners are being warned to leave extra time for travel to and from June’s Brisbane Marathon, with trains not running that weekend due to track work.
Queensland
Horrendous death as son is ‘left to die in the dirt’
Two men who chased down and caused the crash of Jakob Opacic, brother of NRL star Tom, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and have been sentenced.
Musk loses anti-Muslim fight in Queensland hearing
The Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal ruled that his company X – formerly known as Twitter – has to answer to the state’s laws despite being based in America.
‘Give us 100 days’: LNP doubles down on another 2032 Games review
Queensland parliament has passed laws to establish a long-promised independent group to steer progress towards 2032. The LNP still wants to put its own stamp on it.
Perspective
Night-time economy
Small Brisbane venues are struggling. Is it time for a rescue mission?
Less than a week after discovering my new favourite bar, I was surprised to read its desperate plea for help. “Basically, it was do or die.”
Next to Lamb House, a heritage-listed home is up for auction
Rockfield counts among its neighbours the newly renovated Lamb House, also known as Home, and a tucked-away mansion that last sold for $15 million.
Politics
Aerial shooting culls thousands of horses in Kosciuszko
The NSW government is ramping up the removal of feral horses from the alpine environment with a controversial technique.
Business
Opinion
Ask an expert
My income protection costs $362 a month. Is it really worth it?
Income protection insurance can be expensive, but it’s a comforting parachute if you’re suddenly unable to earn.
Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon
Money contributor
World
World Court orders Israel to halt assault on Gaza’s Rafah
While the ICJ has no means to enforce its orders, the case was a stark sign of Israel’s global isolation over its campaign in Gaza.
Opinion
The party cannibals have gone vegan, so Albanese and Dutton are safe (for now)
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Britain’s best hope is a PM with the charisma of frozen peas
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
I won’t mourn the sudden death of the man who oversaw my sham trial
Kylie Moore-Gilbert
Political scientist and writer
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Property
‘People feel cheated’: Cut to home buyer budgets leaves households reeling
Workers are feeling ‘pretty distressed’ to realise the basics of life have slipped further out of reach than even in the recent past.
He sold his studio to Netflix for $700m. Then he went on a $120m spree
The Animal Logic co-founder has taken to real estate in a big way in recent years, and his $12 million Byron Bay cash buy is just his latest acquisition.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Comfort food
Five marvellous meatball recipes to cook this weekend
Lifestyle
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Ship reviews
Ship review: The world’s biggest cruise ship is insanely perfect
These giant ships are not everyone’s cup of tea, but for families who see the advantage of an all-in-one, something-for-everyone holiday, they’re just the thing.
Culture
Opinion
Streaming
Why I’m grateful for Baby Reindeer, the anti-hero alternative we desperately need
In this era of self-congratulatory and safe memoirs, the Netflix series dares to be dangerous.
Mark Mordue
Traveller
Drivedrive
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Sport
Opinion
The Fitz Files
PNG league team is a great idea – but why should we pay for it?
Albo’s mob is talking about putting in $60 million annually for 10 years to sustain the Port Moresby team. Something doesn’t add up.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
This is the hardest Wallabies squad to pick in a decade, but there is a core to build around
After the World Cup car crash, the Wallabies squad is wide open for July’s Tests.
Analysis
India
‘It’s almost a no-win role’: Why you won’t see an Aussie as India’s $2m coach
It’s the best-paid coaching job in world cricket, and it’s up for grabs. So why won’t an Australian coach India?
Maguire’s super Saturday: Three games and 20 players who could make or break the Blues
The NSW coach will watch three matches involving no fewer than 20 hopefuls in what amounts to their final Origin audition.
Through surgeries and the threat of amputation, a warrior has emerged
Twice she has learned how to walk again. But this journey of perseverance has inspired her.
Exclusive
Investigations
Screenshot found on Peter Bol’s phone contained doping information
The Australian runner’s lawyer labelled the discovery meaningless, and its airing by WADA appalling.
Ex-AFL player Barry Cable charged with child sex abuse
The 80-year-old faces criminal charges that he allegedly had unlawful carnal knowledge of a girl who police say was just nine to 10 years old at the time.
Have Your Say
Cocaine bust at Magic Round forces Suncorp corporate suite to be evacuated
A NSW man was arrested during the NRL Magic Round in Brisbane for allegedly possessing cocaine.
