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Government to appoint independent administrator for CFMEU
The move will impose tight control on key parts of the union after days of revelations from this masthead about its ties to organised crime.
Qld Labor seeks distance from CFMEU as probes, protests continue
Queensland Premier Steven Miles will not meet with any CFMEU officials, and Labor will not accept their donations, while the union is under a “cloud”.
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Public Transport
Brisbane bus drivers’ dangerous habit makes me see red
While council bus drivers mostly do a fantastic job, something is clearly amiss in the city.
Cameron Atfield
Journalist
Girl ‘nearly died’ of neglect before alleged murder
A senior endocrinologist told court that Elizabeth Struhs was “the most seriously unwell child I have ever seen”.
Nuclear not the solution Australia needs, says electricity grid chief
One of Australia’s top energy officials warns nuclear energy is expensive and cannot be developed in time to replace coal plants.
Opinion
Breast cancer
I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I’m glad it wasn’t long COVID
I’ve always enjoyed being social and have often had too many drinks. Did I regret it? No. When you have cancer, it’s a bit too late to worry.
Margaret Gordon
Audio Video Producer
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Survivor given hero’s welcome at celebration of all things Trump
Donald Trump’s first public appearance after an attempt on his life could hardly come at a better time and place: before an adoring crowd at the Republican National Convention.
Opinion
ABC
Familiar as hell? Shaun Micallef’s new chat show not what the ABC needs
Promoting his return to the ABC, Shaun Micallef quips that he stepped aside two years ago to make way for young talent, but there “wasn’t any”.
Thomas Mitchell
Culture reporter
Ghosting is an inescapable part of dating. Is it ever OK?
A study found 25 per cent of participants said they’d been ghosted by a romantic partner, and just over 20 per cent said they had ghosted someone themselves.
‘Let’s just take off the armour’: Why Drew Barrymore is excited to be heading to Brisbane
When the Hollywood sweetheart arrives in just over two weeks, it will be her first time in the River City.
The Broncos’ most crucial man nears a shock return. But how influential is he?
Broncos captain Adam Reynolds is on the cusp of a remarkable injury comeback, but how much of a difference would his presence have made?
Paris 2024
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Paris 2024
Paris has a message for people worried about Brisbane 2032: Don’t be
Paris 2024 chief executive Etienne Thobois says Brisbane should settle on a clear vision for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympics. “And then, you know, get moving.”
Analysis
Paris 2024
Headaches mounting for Matildas as Foord joins growing injury list
The Matildas have fallen 2-1 to Canada in their last warm-up match before the Paris Olympics, with coach Tony Gustavsson left sweating over the fitness of Caitlin Foord.
Queensland
Girl ‘nearly died’ of neglect before alleged murder
A senior endocrinologist told court that Elizabeth Struhs was “the most seriously unwell child I have ever seen”.
Computer the size of Suncorp Stadium to take shape near airport
Five Queensland universities today sign a partnership with the company building the world’s first commercial quantum computer.
Roma Street to the Gabba: A ride on Brisbane’s underground
It’s July 2026 and I’m rushing from the new Roma Street Station to the Gabba. What might have taken me 40 minutes in traffic, now takes less than four minutes.
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Cross River Rail
Brisbane’s first underground train to be tested before Christmas
The first train on Brisbane’s $6.3 billion underground Cross River Rail will be tested before Christmas, as the mega project enters its third stage.
Pokies shut down at Brisbane and Gold Coast Star casinos
The Star’s electronic gaming machines and electronic tables will remain switched off until issues with its latest update are resolved.
Politics
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Political leadership
‘New low’: Bandt claims PM politicised Trump shooting
The Greens leader says Anthony Albanese’s weekend warning that pro-Palestine demonstrations at Labor MPs’ offices could escalate was “an outrageous and cynical move”.
Business
Opinion
Paris 2024
LVMH has already won gold at the Paris Olympics
The luxury brand has spent €150 million ($241 million) to be one of the premium sponsors of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Andrea Felsted
World
Australian who says he invented bitcoin referred to UK prosecutors for alleged perjury
A judge at London’s High Court has referred Craig Wright to British prosecutors for alleged perjury, saying the Australian lied “extensively and repeatedly”.
Opinion
I witnessed the rot set in at the CFMEU. Here’s how it happened
John Sutton
Former union official
Remember when only men could own property? No? There’s a reason for that
Cathy Sherry
Professor of law at Macquarie University
Young people say they don’t need a bank. Here’s what they do instead
Nina Hendy
Business and finance journalist
Assassination in the USA: Why does America take aim at its leaders?
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
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Property
The south-east Qld coastal hotspots having a sea-change boom
A love affair with the surf shows no sign of slowing in neighbourhoods where southerners and celebrities are paying a premium.
Eight of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a palatial villa with a ballroom to a converted mango farm dotted with designer dwellings, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Opinion
Ocean cruises
There’s one type of traveller that still bothers to dress well
On holiday, people not only love to take a break from routine, often they indulge in a bit of role playing or let loose a different side of their personality. Clothes can help that.
Lee Tulloch
Travel columnist
Culture
Tenacious D cancel Aussie show after making Trump assassination joke
The musical-comedy duo have cancelled Tuesday night’s show in Newcastle, without explanation, following a bad taste joke in Sydney on Monday.
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‘I have given it my all’: England manager Southgate’s big call after heart-breaking Euros defeat
Gareth Southgate announces he’s leaving his role as England manager after they lost to Spain in the European Championship final, their second straight loss in the final of the continental tournament.
Donaldson recalled to meet Georgia as Wallabies reminded of near-miss at World Cup
Ben Donaldson starred in a win over Georgia in Paris, including a memorable try involving a Taniela Tupou intercept. But it could have been a very different story if Tupou didn’t catch the ball.
New hit: Contact sport, CTE link to Parkinson’s-style disease
New research from Boston University links repeated head knocks to physical and mental deterioration.
‘More than smiles and flower caps’: Why artistic swimmers are Games’ fittest athletes
Meet some of Australia’s toughest competitors. They train eight hours in the pool every day, all year, in a sport that is often completely misunderstood.
Football Australia’s mooted second division in doubt
Hopes of a 10- to 12-team home-and-away competition kicking off in 2025 hinge on the outcome of an FA board meeting on Thursday.
Advice to Maroons enforcer: embrace the ‘Webby spirit’ or risk Cauldron heartbreak
A Maroons star has been challenged to emulate a legend, or risk being bullied out of the Origin decider.
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Paris 2024
Bogut calls for ex-teammate Mills to be benched as Boomers give stacked Team USA a fright
The US began with an elite quintet of Steph Curry, Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, LeBron James and Anthony Edwards, but Australia were within four points with minutes to play.
Have Your Say
Is Nick Kyrgios serious about a comeback, or just playing Djoker?
The lure of centre court still beckons for the Australian tennis drawcard.
