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City council
Brisbane council warns of bus-system breakdown during 50-cent fare trial
In response, the government says it will negotiate more bus funding, amid fears the lower fares “will bring the whole house of cards tumbling down”.
Essential workers priced out of Brisbane
Affordable housing is beyond the reach of most essential workers, with research showing nurses, childcare workers, police officers and teachers are unable to buy or rent a home on their own.
Psychiatrists fear patient confidentiality is being undermined in Qld courts
There is increasing concern that court access to health files may be used to cast doubt on the credibility of rape and sexual assault survivors.
Perspective
Public Transport
What Brisbane can learn from the city’s happiest commuters
Brisbane needs 50¢ public transport fares to work, and we can learn something from CityCat commuters to set the trial up for success.
Felicity Caldwell
Journalist
Charlatan, opportunist, climate change denialist: Keating unloads on Dutton
Former PM Paul Keating issued his statement the same day that Nationals leader David Littleproud said teal MPs were “dripping with self-righteous sanctimony”.
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Voters split on nuclear, but most see renewables as way forward
Many Australians are willing to consider nuclear power, even if they are not sure, raising the stakes for Labor and the Coalition in an election fight on energy.
Woolworths and Coles face billion-dollar fines under stronger grocery code
The new maximum fines – up to $5 billion for Woolworths and $3.8 billion for Coles – are designed to protect farmers and food suppliers in their dealings with supermarkets.
Four members of Britain’s richest family given jail sentences for exploiting servants
Four members of the billionaire Hinduja family were sentenced after they were accused of spending more on their pet dog than one of their employees.
16 small changes you can make to your diet that will help you live longer
From savoury breakfasts to sardines, these life-lengthening diet tweaks could give your health the boost it needs.
Hamish Blake off list for gold as ABC scoops Logie nominations
This year’s gold nominees include Blake’s long-time comedy partner, Andy Lee, as well as the ABC’s Tony Armstrong.
Do we need digital detox to save our skins?
Is blue light skin damage something we should be concerned about or just another industry ploy to sell skincare? Experts weigh in.
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Health
These medicines can be life-changing, but not everyone can get them
With 1.5m Australians living with diabetes, advocates are pushing the government to protect the supply of drugs such as Ozempic and fund glucose-monitoring technology.
The common condition that can cause too much shame to be named
Incontinence affects everything from sex lives to sport participation and self-image. Yet research reveals it is rarely discussed, and many go without treatment.
Queensland
‘Won’t stop us’: Dutton’s nuclear threat to Qld election winner
The federal LNP leader’s claim that state opposition “won’t stop us rolling out our new energy system” heaps more pressure on his Queensland counterpart, David Crisafulli.
Grave robbers, body snatchers and the history of Australian museums
Seven museums have confirmed the number of stolen remains and artefacts they have in storage. Another says it would be too sensitive to say.
Keely escaped as her mates were gunned down. A court will hear her triple-0 call
One of the surviving officers involved may not give evidence at an inquest due to medical reasons.
‘Enormous potential’: Plan to bring life to the forgotten end of South Bank
High-level talks have begun to map out the future of a stretch of Brisbane riverfront that predates Expo 88. What does that mean for its major tenant?
The smoke haze blanketing Brisbane this week began with a wet summer
The rain that fell six months ago watered grass and trees that could have fuelled bushfires this summer. That’s why firies are cautiously burning around Brisbane now.
Politics
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AI
Australia isn’t ready for the first AI-election, electoral commission warns
Australia’s top election official says deepfakes and AI content pose unprecedented challenges to election integrity.
Business
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Online shopping
‘Bit sleepy’: The Iconic’s new boss wants it to disrupt Australian retail again
Chief executive Jere Calmes hopes to cement the outlet as an essential part of the online infrastructure of fashion as consumers rein in spending.
World
Tory election betting scandal grows days out from UK polling day
The betting scandal has dealt a heavy blow to the Rishi Sunak led-Conservatives as they battle to revive its struggling campaign ahead of the vote.
Opinion
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Property
The regional property markets tipped to hit fresh records in the next year
The COVID-era tree- and sea-change boom is over, but some states can expect to see their regional house price markets improve in the next year.
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Title Deeds
Wallaby-turned-financier Jason Little buys $23m Bondi Beach ‘shell’
The two-storey penthouse opposite the beach is yet to be built, but once completed it is expected to be a downsizer for the Manly-based chief executive of Goodman Australia.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Bigger is better for Nadia Bartel and these Australian brands
Three designers are willing to take a risk with new stores despite a tough retail climate.
Culture
Who has the nicest buns? Bao down to the winners of the Hong Kong mystery box
The top seven, sans Sav, head overseas. First up: a cook-out at Victoria “Beckham” Harbour and plenty of gratuitous skyline shots from a rooftop.
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Analysis
State of Origin
NSW dominated the Maroons for 20 minutes with 12 men. Here’s how they do it with 13
The Origin I danger signs were there before Joseph Suaalii was sent off. But the fightback from NSW provided a blueprint to keep the series alive on Wednesday.
Analysis
State of Origin
On AFL grounds, rugby league’s best kickers can get ‘lost’ in Origin
Does an AFL oval field make a difference to the NRL’s best kickers ?
As Origin hits MCG, rugby league is growing faster in Victoria than any other state
Victoria’s rugby league clubs are the fastest growing across the country.
Four Points
AFL 2024
Why Fagan’s Lions can still roar into the four
Not only can the Brisbane Lions still make the AFL’s top four, they also deserve to, the way they’re playing.
Opinion
Australian rugby
Another hammering for Eddie will test his revered status in Japan
Japan club coaches won’t take kindly to heavy losses for Brave Blossoms.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist
Afghanistan trigger a cricket earthquake, put Australia’s cup campaign on the ropes
Australia’s first loss of the T20 World Cup and their first ever to Afghanistan has put them at risk of early elimination.
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Wimbledon
Tomljanovic optimistic ahead of Wimbledon despite falling short in Birmingham
The Australian will head to Wimbledon – where she is a dual quarter-finalist – hungry for success.
Have Your Say
Look who the Blues brought in to mimic Reece Walsh
In a move that’s sure to irk the Maroons, NSW welcomed the suspended Joseph Suaalii into camp to play the role of the man he knocked out in Origin I.