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Analysis
Paris 2024
The 10-minute game that helped Jess Fox calm her nerves before elusive gold
Having snuck through to the women’s kayak singles final, but not without some drama, Jess Fox needed to zone out and focus. So she opened her phone.
The women’s 200m freestyle is impossible to predict. Now it’s Arnie’s to lose — but only just
The two fastest women in the world will meet again in a blockbuster final.
The Matildas faced certain disaster. Everything changed in 31 chaotic minutes
The Australian women’s football team was 5-2 down and facing an early exit from Paris 2024. Then came four goals – a total of 11 in an absurd and fascinating victory.
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Domestic violence
State puts victims ‘at risk’ pursuing violent offenders over debts
The Queensland government has been told to stop trying to recoup money from offenders to cover the cost of providing financial assistance to their victims.
Perspective
Schools
‘Created a movement’: Old-school idea helps avoid Brisbane’s 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
Analysis
Political leadership
The two problem portfolios that Labor must turn into strengths
Anthony Albanese has given Tony Burke and Clare O’Neil two huge jobs - and two huge opportunities.
Opinion
Investing
Why our federal MPs need stricter rules on trading shares
With the US moving to ban politicians and their spouses from trading shares, Australia should trump them and go further.
Will Bennett
How Australians are saving $366 a week on housing in a cost of living crisis
Crushed under rising prices, new figures show a rational shift to try to manage as best as possible.
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.
The women’s 200m freestyle is impossible to predict. Now it’s Arnie’s to lose — but only just
The two fastest women in the world will meet again in a blockbuster final.
The Games’ unlikeliest hero – a random bloke in budgies at the swimming
Random man in an eye-catching pair of trunks becomes a star of the Paris pool.
Triathlon practice cancelled in river Seine after Paris rain lifts pollution levels
Heavy rain during the opening ceremony revived concerns over whether the long-polluted waterway will be clean enough to host swimming competitions.
This Australian medal hope looked down at his foot. It was pointing the wrong way
Kurtis Marschall’s description of the injury that almost ruined his Olympic hopes is not for the squeamish.
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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
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
Legal industry
‘Nation’s great shame’: most vulnerable turned away from neglected legal aid
Greg McIntyre
Law Council of Australia president
Business
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.
World
Mourners heckle Israeli ministers at funerals of children killed by Hezbollah rockets
The attack on a soccer field in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights was the deadliest on Israeli civilians since October 7.
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
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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
Lipstick on your collar? Here’s how to clean up a make-up mess
Don’t panic! You haven’t ruined your favourite shirt forever.
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
Nick Daicos dazzles as Collingwood keep finals hopes alive
Keen to make amends after a four-match losing streak the Pies have kept their troubled premiership defence alive with a 26-point win over Richmond.
Cleary masterclass as Panthers destroy hapless Dragons
Nathan Cleary has put Penrith’s premiership rivals on notice, scoring a hat-trick of tries and putting on an attacking masterclass in the Panthers’ 46-10 win over St George Illawarra.
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.
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.
