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Paris 2024
Paris Olympics 2024 LIVE: Jess Fox goes for gold on Day 2, swimming continues after Ariarne Titmus caps huge night
Ariarne Titmus’s swimming program rolls on with a huge clash against Mollie O’Callaghan, while champion canoeist Jess Fox eyes the gold medal that’s always eluded her. Follow live.
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Gymnastics
The physics behind Simone Biles’ perfect technique
Simone Biles success isn’t just raw power at play – it’s an extraordinary mastery of the technique needed to get the most out of every bounce.
Cyclist Plapp undergoes surgery after heavy road crash
Plapp in stable condition after slipping in treacherous Paris conditions during men’s time trial.
From a PR stunt to wellness zone: Qantas’ 22-hour non-stop gamble
The airline is banking on some of the longest flights in the world to be a hit with passengers, who will have to cough up 20 per cent more for the privilege.
Perspective
Schools
‘We have created a movement’: How this old-school idea helps avoid Brisbane car drop-off lines
Meet the kids who wake up early before their parents, get dressed and make themselves breakfast because they’re excited to travel to school. The secret? It’s free and totally joyful.
Felicity Caldwell
Journalist
Parts of Japan ‘likely to vanish’ as population shrinks
Japan’s population has recorded its biggest single-year decrease in history, falling by 861,000 people, as the government grapples with measures to reverse the trend.
‘They would have stayed’: The crisis sucking the life out of regional towns
One-in-three Australians live in a place where this pervasive issue prevents essential workers contributing to their community.
Tony Burke’s new ‘super portfolio’: Immigration and home affairs shift hands in reshuffle
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a revamped ministerial line-up to take to the next federal election.
Opinion
Ask an expert
Can my investment windfall let me take more time off work?
Using your investment income so you can work less and spend more time with your family can be a smart move. But you need to think through the pros and the cons.
Paul Benson
Money contributor
Seven daily habits to improve your gut health and boost brain power
They aren’t tough, either. They include eating nuts and chickpeas, drinking coffee and allowing an occasional treat.
Step aside, Santorini: A new island siren is sizzling
It’s Disneyland for beaches and home to the freshest grilled octopus. Here’s what you should know about the tiny fishing village on the brink of superstardom.
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Hotel reviews
A candle-lit bath experience in was one of the best of my life
If you’re after a few days of rest and relaxation in a natural environment, but still want access to Barcelona this is the hotel for you.
One of Brisbane’s oldest homes is set for a facelift
It was home to Captain Henry O’Reilly in the 1860s, then became a convent. Now, Toonarbin is set for a modern makeover featuring a new entrance and balconies.
Two champions, one coach, one goal: Inside the O’Callaghan-Titmus rivalry
If the women’s 200m freestyle goes to form, one thing stands between Mollie O’Callaghan and her dream of Olympic gold ... and that’s teammate Ariarne Titmus.
Paris Olympics 2024 day one - in pictures
Day one of competition has kicked off, with spectacular performances from our Aussie athletes in the pool, on the basketball court and on the field.
‘OnlyFans saved my life’: Why Olympians are turning to the adult-only site
Britain’s first ever gold-medal winning diver supplements his income by posting semi-nude photographs online - and he’s not the only Olympian.
Titmus seals greatness by winning ‘race of the century’ in Paris
The Australian champion blitzes her north American rivals to win Australia’s first gold in the pool of the Paris Games.
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Queensland
‘Scandalous failure’ of Queensland’s youth crime prevention measures
“The cheapest way of stopping kids getting into trouble … is to work with families and the kids themselves when they’re young.”
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Crime
Qld prisons at 144% capacity, made worse by housing crisis
A long-awaited review has proposed sweeping reforms to the parole and prison system. But some proposals are too much for the Labor government.
‘Gateway to Straddie’ plan in limbo until developer makes next move
More than a decade after it was proposed, and eight years after an infrastructure agreement was signed, there is nothing to show for the Toondah Harbour project.
Updated
Public Transport
Another Brisbane bus driver to face court over death of pedestrian
The driver of a City Glider bus has been charged with manslaughter.
‘Very troubling’: Corruption watchdog fights Queensland government leash
The Crime and Corruption Commission has warned that planned Labor government changes to its powers are not in the public interest.
Politics
‘A potential wildlife massacre’: Eyes on the sky as virus wings its way towards Australia
A virulent strain of bird flu is morphing as it spreads around the world and Australia looks to be its end destination.
Opinion
Legal industry
‘Nation’s great shame’: most vulnerable turned away from neglected legal aid
Greg McIntyre
Law Council of Australia president
Business
Tax is bursting the craft beer industry bubble
Australia now has the world’s third-highest beer tax after Norway and Finland and it’s wrecking the brewers, says the Independent Brewers Association.
World
Kamalamentum is masking the desperation of Democrats
The speed at which the Democratic consensus on Kamala Harris has shifted should not be considered surprising.
Opinion
TikTok, TikTok … time’s up for Trump?
Parnell Palme McGuinness
Columnist and communications adviser
How to solve Australia’s housing crisis
Kevin Bell
Former justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria
Explore
Property
Byron and beyond: Sea-changers and tree-changers move to regional NSW
House prices in regional NSW have reached a record high as buyers chase lifestyle and affordability, but can it last?
Brisbane house prices hit a record high, but how close is the $1m mark?
Prices have risen more than $385 a day over the past year but can the pace of gains continue?
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘I was one of the loudest voices of my generation’
A former member of the Westboro Baptist Church talks about the men who helped guide her away from her hateful beliefs.
Culture
Neighbours star Janet Andrewartha dies at 72
Andrewartha will be best remembered for playing Lyn Scully in Neighbours and Reb Keane in Prisoner.
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Sport
The day a goofy girl from Lonnie conquered the Parisian pool – and sealed a golden legacy
With two gold and two silver from four finals, Australia – in more than a century of Olympic success in the pool – has rarely had a day like this.
‘Tough calls’: Aussies see red as rugby bronze goes begging
France took gold over Fiji after Australia, into the semi-finals for the first time, lost both their games on Saturday to finish fourth.
Freo third on ladder after wild western derby win
Tempers threatened to boil over late in the third quarter when Reid took down Sam Switkowski off the ball. A wild melee ensuing that is sure to attract plenty of fines.
Vixens survive super-shot barrage to surge into Super Netball grand final
A Sophie Garbin goal in the final 30 seconds of the game helped put an end to a Fever scoring spree and secure the Vixens their sixth grand final berth.
Razzle-dazzle Bulldogs dismantle dire Broncos
Canterbury have turned on a simply sensational display of attacking rugby league to put a dagger deep into the heart of Brisbane’s NRL finals hopes.
‘Bang or whimper’: Dolphins must choose how 2024 ends
Wayne Bennett’s men are seventh ahead of the home clash with Gold Coast on Sunday, but have lost five of their past seven matches.
Opinion
Paris 2024
‘I felt like a fraud’: the psychology of silver
We’ve talked a lot about gold medals in the lead-up to Paris but not everyone will realise their dream over the next week.
Grant Hackett
Stan Sport expert
Have Your Say
‘So ocker, so good’: Brisbane 2032 marks eight years to go with chant push
Brisbane’s Olympic organisers are pushing a new social media campaign to flood the internet with the famous “Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi! Oi! Oi!” chant.
