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Footy, fireworks, festivals (and heat): Is this Brisbane’s biggest weekend?
From a make-or-break local derby to pyrotechnic displays and plenty of arts and culture, Brisbane is leaving winter behind with one of the year’s biggest weekends.
‘Urgent’ call for help after disappearance of Brisbane man
Michael Daly was last seen on Railton Street, Aspley about 4pm on Thursday. He had been driving a Kia Soul and was wearing a grey T-shirt with shorts.
Opinion
Greens
The Greens sent an attack dog to savage Labor. But did it dig up the wrong dirt?
The Greens present a genuine threat to the Albanese government, but a misstep this week may pose a bigger risk to themselves.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Customs House to get a new roof, and a temporary new look
While it will be a “like for like” replacement, the work will result in a radical change in appearance for the historic 135-year-old building.
Warnings issued as Brisbane temperatures set to soar close to record
Temperatures have been predicted to soar to within a degree of Brisbane’s record August maximum on Saturday.
Council orders company to remove rental e-scooters from Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast Council allowed Neuron Mobility to run an 18-month trial, but residents made clear the orange e-scooters and e-bikes were not welcome.
Breaking
Wallabies
Wilson becomes Schmidt’s fourth Wallabies captain against Pumas
After two years of international rugby exile, Reds No.8 Harry Wilson has been giving the Wallabies captaincy by coach Joe Schmidt.
Opinion
AFL 2024
‘I’m not well’: Kevin Sheedy is sick but still passionate about the Giants, Swans … and Folau
Folau declared last week that he signed with the GWS Giants only for the money – but the legendary coach holds no grudges.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
Analysis
NRL 2024
‘Whoever is saying that has never worked with Wayne’: Dolphins slam Bennett talk before Broncos battle
We break down everything you need to know for the Battle of Brisbane between the Broncos and the Dolphins.
Which US political figure had a ‘brain worm’? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz
Catch up on the week’s biggest and strangest stories with our multiple-choice challenge.
US Army defends cemetery employee in Trump campaign incident
The military, which rarely comments on political matters, said the employee who was pushed aside acted professionally and was being unfairly attacked.
West End Electric ready to light up Brisbane’s theatre scene
A disused brick building on Boundary Street has been brought back to life as a 400-seat cabaret club just in time for Brisbane Festival.
Opinion
Phones
I’m hearing the call, it’s time to switch back to landline phones
Preferring a text message is fine when the topic of conversation is which mall to hang out, but try telling a potential employer to send you a voice note instead of calling.
Simon Taylor
Comedian and author
Opinion
Dating
I’m a lapsed maneater and a born-again virgin. Here are my rules of dating
Oh, the irony isn’t lost on me: once viewed as too experienced, I’m now virtually clueless about modern dating!
Debbie Hooper
Writer
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‘Gutted’: Wheelchair rugby team’s comeback hits hurdle
It was a high-pressure game for Australia’s Steelers. Ella Sabljak, one of three women on the team, cradled her head in her hands at one point, worried she’d let the team down before bouncing back.
Escaping the war, this Ukrainian athlete spent 24 hours on a train as bombs hit
Ukraine’s Artem Kolinko opens up ahead of his Paralympics debut on a terrifying long-haul train ride that might have saved his life.
Queensland
‘I want this man caught’: Police release more photos after baby scalded in park
As police released new photos of the man they are searching for, a mother spoke from her son’s hospital bed.
Families criticise Queensland police, inquest over Wieambilla failings
“She wasn’t keen to go and we weren’t either, because we’d heard stories about the large number of people with guns in that community,” said one mother.
A Star is born: Five-star hotel opens in Brisbane’s giant new $3.6b complex
The several-times delayed Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is finally ready, with The Star Brisbane making its debut.
Brisbane Metro link to airport not cleared for take-off
The state government and Brisbane council were singing from the same Brisbane Metro hymn sheet on Wednesday. Then the reality of Airtrain set in.
Two Sea World ride stoppages in a week ‘standard’, says theme park
People were stuck midair on the Vortex attraction, a 15-metre-high spinning ride, at Sea World for more than 90 minutes on Tuesday.
Politics
Well-heeled on the move from Sydney and Melbourne
New figures show some of the better-off suburbs of Sydney and Melbourne have shed thousands of residents since the pandemic.
Business
Opinion
Workplace culture
Is the right-to-disconnect the start of a workplace revolution?
The newly introduced legislation is not going to alter how we work overnight, but it might just be the start of a revolution.
Tim Duggan
Careers contributor
World
Woman who wrote book about grief after husband’s death to be tried for his murder
The court heard it was children’s book author Kouri Richins’ second attempt to kill her husband, after she allegedly spiked his sandwich on Valentine’s Day 2022.
Opinion
Kamala Harris is off to a Deep South Republican stronghold. So am I
Farrah Tomazin
North America correspondent
Explore
Property
Seven of the best luxury homes for sale right now
From a near-new home that takes its cues from mid-century style, to an 1880s villa with a bluestone facade, we’ve rounded up our top picks.
Australia’s luxury property market outperformed its international peers. Here’s how
While a quarter of cities around the globe declined as even the well-heeled hit their affordability limits, four major Australian capitals recorded price growth.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘Designed to destroy your life’: Markus Zusak on the magic of mongrels
There are times when a hound with boundless enthusiasm can really test your limits – but let’s face it, perfect dogs are boring.
Opinion
Death
I’m glad you’ve come to my funeral. I’ve got a few things to tell you
Doug Hendrie
Freelance writer
Culture
Why Asher Keddie is our most underrated comedy-drama queen
In her latest series, Fake, the red-carpet-famous star reminds us of her remarkable range as an actor.
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‘Just a cork’: Papenhuyzen injured as depleted Storm corralled by Cowboys
Melbourne’s livewire fullback hobbled off the field in the first half of a match that kept North Queensland on track for a home final.
Thompson takes top-10 scalp to continue Aussie charge
Jordan Thompson and Chris O’Connell have joined Alexei Popyrin in the US Open’s last 32.
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NRL 2024
‘We’ve lost faith in them’: Balmain consider shock exit from Wests Tigers merger
Balmain directors want to table a proposal that could force the NRL to choose between the Balmain Tigers and Wests Magpies.
The footage you didn’t see of Haumole losing it at Leichhardt
He vowed to be better after landing in trouble at Origin III – but Haumole Olakau’atu has struggled to contain his frustrations again.
Bont crowned captain of star-studded All-Australian team, but big names miss out
Charlie Curnow, Zach Merrett and Darcy Cameron were the most notable exclusions.
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World Boxing
Police charge Zerafa’a brother with assault on wild Tszyu fight night
On a wild boxing night, the punch everyone is talking about involved someone not on the fight card.
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Cameron Smith
From LIV Golf to the Murray: Cameron Smith’s big call
Australia’s most recent major champion is used to playing in some of the world’s biggest cities. But he’ll trade that for his next event.
Have Your Say
‘I couldn’t stand the sight of myself’: Inside swimmer’s harrowing battle
It took months for Elijah Winnington to overcome a major blow. But now he has visions of a Brisbane 2032 swan song.
