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Government
‘As close to free as you can get’: All public transport trips in Qld to cost 50c
The flat fare will apply during a “use it or lose it” six-month trial from August 5, in Labor’s latest effort to ease cost-of-living pressures.
Queenslanders slugged $3.5 billion more than forecast in stamp duty
And a new report says Brisbane home buyers would spend almost a decade paying down the taxes on a 30-year, $730,000 mortgage on a house and land package.
Infrastructure funding pledge to help ease SEQ growing pains
Last week, south-east mayors took their infrastructure woes to the state government. By Friday, they had secured a $350m injection.
I was born from an extramarital affair. This is how my life has played out
My dad’s name wasn’t even on my birth certificate, but I was intent on not erasing him completely from my life.
Antisemitic chants could be banned under new hate speech laws
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says the government is also considering jail time for those using hate speech.
‘What if we’ve been drinking?’: New campaign aims to improve what you know about consent
The success of the federal government’s year-long consent campaign will be a test for Anthony Albanese’s pledge to end gender-based violence in one generation.
Explainer
Evolution
Why Neanderthals are getting a makeover
They were shrewd, complex and creative, and we shared the planet with them (and other types of humans) for thousands of years. So why did the Neanderthals die out and not us?
Trump TV: No.1 destination for MAGA faithful won’t question a word he says
RSBN has enabled Trump to bypass traditional media and inject his vision directly into the veins of diehard supporters.
Nicki Minaj reportedly arrested for drug possession
The rapper was travelling to England from Amsterdam on her world tour when police reportedly found drugs in her luggage.
Cats on the moon? Misleading responses from Google’s AI tool have experts worried
Google has unleashed its new AI tool, which is giving users wrong information – some of it funny, some of it harmful.
Opinion
Ask an expert
I’m terrified of running out of super. How do I prevent this?
Running out of money is a common worry when people first retire, but there are many options that can guarantee you income for life.
Paul Benson
Money contributor
Opinion
Hip pocket
Why debt is not always a dirty word
Debt is generally considered detrimental, but there are times when the finance world begs to differ.
Dominic Powell
Money Editor
Opinion
AI
NVM the LOLs, IMHO fully formed words slay
If you use cutesy words such as nom, laughing emojis and acronyms such as LOL, you are going to hate this column.
Dan Kaufman
Writer
Tempted to squeeze your blackheads? Do this instead
No matter how old you are, blackheads are always present. Here’s how to tackle them head on.
Get your boots on: The world’s five best new hikes
The Balkans, New Zealand, Georgia and Japan are starters in the quest for the best hikes.
Analysis
A-League Men
Miracle Mariners: Is this the greatest team Australian soccer has ever seen?
Before the Central Coast Mariners even had a chance to compute that they had just won the treble, they were swarmed by a pitch invasion.
Wallabies stocks rise for rookie duo: Four things learnt from Reds’ demolition
Two rising stars never would have considered themselves Wallabies chances heading into the season. Their star showings on Saturday night could change that.
Queensland
Qld builds on housing push with $1000 cashback for apprentices
The payment for first-year apprentices is part of continued efforts to meet the state’s housing and infrastructure demands amid cost-of-living pressures.
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.
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.
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.
Politics
Exclusive
Discrimination
Labor’s hate speech bill to outlaw vilification
New laws to be introduced into a highly charged political context will make it a criminal offence to vilify a person based on race, sexuality, gender, disability or religion.
Business
Lendlease investors to demand answers at Monday showdown
Embattled chief executive Tony Lombardo will outline the global property giant’s direction, with investors bracing for a barrage of changes.
Opinion
Retirement living
You’ll probably live longer than you think, so start planning now
Bec Wilson
Money contributor
World
Several children killed after Indian amusement park inferno, police say
A major fire broke out at an amusement park in western India killing at least 27 people, police and media reports said.
Opinion
Immigration cuts only work if women have more babies. Dutton knows they won’t
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
The party cannibals have gone vegan, so Albanese and Dutton are safe (for now)
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Explore
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
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Sport
Piastri to start on front row in Monaco as Verstappen’s record run ends
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc ended Max Verstappen’s record-equalling run of Formula 1 pole positions in style on Saturday.
Analysis
A-League Men
Miracle Mariners: Is this the greatest team Australian soccer has ever seen?
Before the Central Coast Mariners even had a chance to compute that they had just won the treble, they were swarmed by a pitch invasion.
Sunday sport quiz: Heavyweights and the world’s highest-paid athlete
Challenge yourself with our sports quiz on the latest in world and local events and the big match-ups in sporting history.
Wallabies stocks rise for rookie duo: Four things learnt from Reds’ demolition
Two rising stars never would have considered themselves Wallabies chances heading into the season. Their star showings on Saturday night could change that.
Why Sam Burgess and Warrington are in line to join NRL clubs in Las Vegas in 2025
Adding a Super League game to the double-header at Allegiant Stadium would bring fans flooding in from the UK.
Analysis
NRL 2024
Arthur, Moses back Eels culture after sacking
Sacked coach Brad Arthur is still defending the culture at Parramatta, and a TV reporter has accused star half Mitchell Moses of swearing at him at training.
Analysis
Draft
Why some AFL clubs’ recruiting ‘war chest’ won’t deliver guns
The AFL’s new pay deal has created space everywhere, and smaller clubs have to offer more than money when competing against the powerhouses.
Have Your Say
PNG league team is a great idea – but why should we pay for it?
Albo’s mob is talking about putting in $60m annually for 10 years to sustain the Port Moresby team. Something doesn’t add up.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
