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Driver who killed motorcyclist told police ‘riders make s— up’: court
Father Ken Hembrow, 37, was riding his motorbike along Queen Street in January when he was hit by a car outside the Marriott hotel.
Phone calls to jailed religious mum played in trial over dead daughter
“The Saints” allegedly withheld the girl’s life-saving insulin for six days while they gathered around her in prayer.
Updated
US Votes 2024
Biden reportedly ‘more receptive’ to pleas to stand aside
As the Democrats push ahead with plans to make Joe Biden its presidential nominee, there are reports Nancy Pelosi has told him polling shows he cannot win.
Black hoodies, cameras and ‘slurs’ at centre of Queensland CFMEU case
A judge is considering restrictions on CFMEU representatives and measures to allow safe passage for other workers on the $6.3 billion Cross River Rail project in Brisbane.
Court told Ekka trains may not run if CFMEU action continues
Cross River Rail contractor CPB has told a Federal Court hearing ongoing industrial action by the CFMEU threatens Ekka train services and the first test of the new underground line.
Brisbane’s most exciting bar openings of 2024 (so far)
From a wine spot hidden in a CBD garage to a British-inspired gastropub and the return of a classic Spring Hill boozer, here’s what’s caught our eye so far.
Mother and son devastated by ticket hack also lost Billie Eilish tickets
But after a day of media headlines, there has been a twist, with the mum revealing she had spoken to Ticketek’s managing director about her situation.
Perspective
NRL 2024
Has Origin revealed a glaring issue in the NRL expansion debate?
Queensland cannot rely on generational talents to keep popping up as they have in years gone by.
Nick Wright
Sport reporter
Updated
NSW Blues
10 charged, six weeks out and $26,000 in fines: the cost of fiery Origin decider
The Rabbitohs are fuming after losing skipper Cameron Murray for their finals charge as Penrith, Parramatta and Manly all wear the brunt of a brutal State of Origin decider.
Australian women became a global target of online misogyny
A light-hearted TikTok video was viewed tens of millions of times before attracting the ire of online misogynists, including Andrew Tate.
The jeans that ‘look good on everyone’ according to this style expert
“I recommend them to everyone,” says well-known fashion content creator, Zara Wong.
Seven of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
Our top picks include a beach house with three decks to enjoy the sea breeze, a no-expenses-spared restoration, and a creekfront sanctuary.
Paris 2024
Watch out world: Titmus, McEvoy say Paris prep has been gold standard
Ariarne Titmus says she’s never had a better preparation, while Cam McEvoy has revealed he’s clocking personal bests in training ahead of the Olympics in Paris.
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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.”
Queensland
NRL star’s dad will be spared death penalty if convicted in Indonesia
Gregor Haas has been in a Manila prison since May after police alleged he was connected to the infamous Sinaloa drug cartel and had tried to import drugs into Indonesia.
Perspective
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.
Mother on trial over girl’s death acted on Bible ‘facts’
A woman accused of killing her eight-year-old daughter told a previous trial she followed “facts” in the Bible that God could cure diabetes or resurrect people.
$4.35m splurged on Brisbane council election for very little change
Across the state, more than $10m was spent on this year’s council polls. Search how much was expended in your area.
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.
Politics
Updated
Building Bad
Union to go to war over bid to stamp out CFMEU corruption
Union officials have vowed to fight “to the ends of the earth” against federal government moves to appoint an administrator to oversee the scandal-plagued CFMEU.
Business
Analysis
Income tax
Why you should wait before filing your tax return
Care needs to be taken with work-related deductions and any income earned on the side when completing tax returns this year.
World
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Vance spells out rags-to-riches tale as he vies to be America’s Millennial VP
Trump’s running mate has morphed into his mini-me.
Opinion
I witnessed the rot set in at the CFMEU. Here’s how it happened
John Sutton
Former union official
Trump’s shadow looms larger over China
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I’m glad it wasn’t long COVID
Margaret Gordon
Audio Video Producer
Explore
Property
How home sellers made 10 per cent more money than the highest offer
The premium has hovered in a range of about 10 per cent to 11 per cent in recent years, and pushed above 12 per cent in 2021.
‘Housing policy disaster’: Property approaches a tipping point
Housing costs have soared faster than incomes, but could there be any relief on the horizon?
Good Food
Lifestyle
Opinion
Marriage
Steven said no to strip club on a buck’s night. Mates shunned him
Should the buck’s stop here? Yes, and so should the hen night. They belonged to another century.
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Culture
Naomi Watts, Elizabeth Debicki lead Aussie Emmy nominations
Shogun, The Bear and Only Murders in the Building were the most nominated programs for the 76th annual Emmy Awards.
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Lion Cameron wins appeal over tackle; Four-hour flight home goes down the toilet for Freo
The Brisbane Lions have had Charlie Cameron’s three-game ban overturned at the AFL Tribunal’s appeals board. Meanwhile, a four-hour flight carrying the Fremantle Dockers ran out of water after take off, according to a union.
‘Environment of fear’: On eve of Olympics, volleyball confronts ghosts of past
A cultural review found Australian women’s volleyball players suffered eating disorders and resorted to self-harm and substance abuse after being based at the AIS.
Four things learned from end of Maroons’ reign
Ultimately, something had to give. It makes you wonder, how much of a difference would their injured trio have made?
Updated
State of Origin
10 charged: The cost of fiery Origin decider
Ten players have been charged with a potential total of six weeks on the sidelines and more than $25,000 in fines.
Updated
State of Origin
‘Didn’t think he’d jump into that’: Maguire weighs into Origin sideline stoush
Two Blues players not involved in the contest were ejected from the game. The NSW coach couldn’t have been happier.
Updated
Wallabies
‘I’m always worried’: Georgia on Schmidt’s mind as he rolls the selection dice
It’s a banana skin game against Georgia in Sydney on Saturday, but that hasn’t stopped Joe Schmidt making 17 changes.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Do more: These stars must lift as the finals fight heats up
For many teams, the difference between a deep finals run or an early September exit will hinge on key players returning to form.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
Have Your Say
On a painful night for Maroons, this was their biggest disappointment
Reece Walsh was held up as Queensland’s biggest strike weapon before the Origin series. He finished it as one of their biggest flops.
