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Voluntary administrators appointed to firm behind top Brisbane restaurant
Cuisinier Australis director and head chef Shannon Kellam confirms administrators have been called in, following similar events in his other ventures.
Biden says he is ‘first black woman to serve with a black president’
A week after Joe Biden’s disastrous debate with Donald Trump, the sitting president appears to be fighting for his political life.
Hotel branded residences transform luxury city living
Upmarket apartment homes managed by luxury hotel chains are gaining momentum as developers and buyers recognise the lifestyle and investment benefits.
Record river sewage spill worse than first reported
Already described as Queensland’s biggest sewage spill, an independent report now reveals the Gold Coast leak was worse than first reported.
Brisbane’s most exciting restaurant openings of 2024 (so far)
From glitzy steakhouses and laneway CBD diners to new French from the Happy Boy crew and the arrival of a southern hospitality powerhouse, here’s what to tick off.
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UK election
‘Change begins now’: Keir Starmer claims victory for Labour
Keir Starmer says he will return the government to the service of the British people in a speech claiming victory on a momentous night for the UK Labour Party.
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Batter to boat-rocker … and neither Khawaja nor Dutton will back down
As a breed, Australian cricketers are generally on the conservative side of things, but the softly spoken opener has shattered the convention.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Julia Louis-Dreyfus on the serious step she took with her mum
From Seinfeld and Veep to a hit podcast and new choices with her 87-year-old mother, Julia Louis-Dreyfus is rolling with a fast-changing industry – and world.
Her pop career became soul-destroying. So she torched it and rebuilt it on her own terms
With Burnt Tapes, Eves Karydas shows young female musicians a path beyond sexist industry expectations.
Italy’s seductive south is incredible and unforgettable
Famed for glorious, chaotic streets, charm-filled squares, mountains and olive groves, ancient history, coastlines and food – Italy’s south is all that and even more.
Flying to Europe? Here’s how to get a free (or cheap) stopover on the way
Why arrive exhausted? Some airlines are offering a free stopover, while others offer major discounts on hotel stays and more.
Can Kevin Costner pull off his craziest career move yet?
Costner has defied the odds before, but the four-part, self-funded Horizon series is by far his most ambitious project yet.
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Paris 2024
When Leisel Jones was 15 she won an Olympic silver medal. But she says she made a big mistake
The Olympic Games are unique - and so are is the pressure that come with racing in them. Not everyone finds a way to handle it.
Five burning questions for Wallabies v Wales
A new-look Wallabies take on Wales on Saturday in their first match since the World Cup disaster, and there is no shortage of talking points.
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Opinion
Rugby union is not about to collapse, despite what the NRL keeps telling us
A new era starts under new Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt on Saturday against Wales.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Queensland
Cops slammed for letting kids pretend to be criminals at Brisbane event
A paddy wagon has been removed from a NAIDOC event after complaints of “shameful” behaviour by police liaison officers.
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Crime
‘It’s OK’: Lehrmann allegedly consoled woman during Toowoomba rapes
Bruce Lehrmann has been committed to stand trial for rape after his barrister failed to have the case thrown out of court.
Wrong e-scooter charger led to fatal explosion
The death of a man was an accident after he suffered burns to 90 per cent of his body in a blaze, a coroner has ruled.
Brisbane rents hit record highs, as tenants max out budgets in many suburbs
Brisbane is now the second-most expensive capital city to rent a unit. But in several areas, tenants have nothing more left to offer.
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Casinos
Queen’s Wharf will be a winner but no denying many visitors will lose
At a time so many people are already struggling to keep a roof over their heads, this shiny new palace won’t help.
Politics
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Accusations, intimidation and resignation: Payman quits Labor
Rebel senator Fatima Payman creates a political firestorm with her decision.
Business
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Jobs
Why do young people hate their jobs? I’ll give you a clue
Why should young workers slave away at a job they hate when the traditional rewards of hard work, such as owning a house, are so far out of reach?
Jim Bright
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World
Keir Starmer was moments from quitting. Now he’s hours from being Britain’s next PM
Barring an almighty upset, Starmer will become prime minister, his Labour Party ousting the Conservatives after 14 years. It is no mean feat.
Opinion
Forcing Biden out would have only one beneficiary
Charles M Blow
Journalist and commentator
Amid champagne gifts and shameless rorting, one institution is fighting back
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
Labor believes Fatima Payman’s rebellion was plotted for a month
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
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Property
Brisbane rents hit record highs, as tenants max out budgets
Brisbane is now the second-most expensive capital city to rent a unit. But in several areas, tenants have nothing more left to offer.
It’s not like Melbourne! Cooper Cronk’s very Sydney property ding-dong
The former Maroons and Melbourne Storm star has been in a property tussle a long way from his former Richmond bachelor pad.
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Marriage
What makes for a good husband? It’s the small things
At a time when almost half of Australian marriages end in divorce, TV presenter Richard Hammond has some smart advice for men. And it’s got nothing to do with a sexy hotel stay or a Zamel’s catalogue.
Kate Halfpenny
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Culture
More beasts, less bedroom: House of the Dragon changes course
The second season of George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones prequel has wisely focused more on the dragons, but the story-telling still feels back to front.
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Five burning questions for Wallabies v Wales
A new-look Wallabies take on Wales on Saturday in their first match since the World Cup disaster, and there is no shortage of talking points.
The numbers proving Walsh’s return can – and must – salvage Broncos’ season
It’s clear the fullback has to re-invigorate the Broncos’ attack, one which has faltered dramatically through a season-damaging losing streak.
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Wallabies
The currency of hard graft: Deciphering Joe Schmidt’s first Wallabies team
Rugby Australia bosses would sell their grannies for a win over Wales on Saturday but Schmidt appears focused on the long game.
Olympians may face a wee problem on the Seine
Olympic organisers have planned an opening ceremony down the river. But there could be an issue.
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NRL 2024
Panthers part ways with Taylan May after confidential settlement
After off-field dramas, 22-year-old winger has played his last game for the three-time premiers.
‘Very happy’: De Minaur books third round spot in straight sets
Australia’s top hope Alex de Minaur has booked his third round spot after defeating Spain’s Jaume Munar.
AFL’s ‘opening round’ set to return in 2025 – but clubs want change
Clubs are preparing to make it clear to the AFL that significant issues that arose due to opening round need to be addressed.
Have Your Say
When Leisel Jones was 15 she won an Olympic silver medal. But she says she made a big mistake
The Olympic Games are unique - and so are is the pressure that come with racing in them. Not everyone finds a way to handle it.
