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Government
Queensland floats ‘state interest’ for supermarket sector competition
In one of its last acts before the October election, the government will launch consultation on ideas to “drive down” groceries prices with planning changes.
‘Not unusual’ for a treasurer to model negative gearing, says Chalmers
The treasurer has defended the use of federal officials to explore changes to negative gearing after days of dispute over the housing crisis.
$500m wiped from The Star as investors revolt after dismal result
The Star’s long-suffering investors have responded to the group’s $1.7 billion loss by sending the share price to just 25¢.
‘Reintegrating people into society is a big part of this project’
Nev Jones and Richard Brooking have lived vastly different lives, but their projects for the 2024 Churchill Fellowship share a common goal.
Wedding industry rallies around The Lussh after inferno collapses roof
The heritage-listed hall was so badly damaged investigators may never determine the cause of the fire. And, for now, there are nuptials to reorganise.
Helene of Florida: ‘Nightmare’ hurricane makes landfall at 225km/h
The National Hurricane Centre in Miami said Helene roared ashore just before midnight on Thursday (Friday afternoon AEST) near the mouth of the Aucilla River in the Big Bend area of Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
‘I’m your protector’: Trump’s vow to women is an appeal to fragile men
As the Republican candidate tries to dig himself out of his gender gap with Kamala Harris, he is flailing and likely making his problems much worse.
Nia-Malika Henderson
The people most likely to have negatively geared properties
Some of Australia’s top earners are among the most likely to have a negatively geared investment property – but many people in lower paid jobs use the tax concession too.
‘The first time I’d seen tatts’: Royboys and Swans of old return to fly the flag
As the Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans face off in the grand final, South Melbourne and Fitzroy will be out there with them, too.
Perspective
NRL 2024
The long-serving apprentice and dormant champion the Broncos should call
While the Broncos will no doubt hunt an experienced NRL coach, should a former premiership hero and developing prospect be given shock considerations?
Nick Wright
Sport reporter
Broncos move fast to find new coach, as Kev tells fans to ‘stick with the club’
Kevin Walters’ time as head coach of the Broncos has come to an end. The club is now scrambling to address issues.
The exciting Brisbane restaurants and bars still to open in 2024
There’s a stack of openings to come before the end of the year. Here’s what we’re looking forward to ticking off.
Could this be the best way to navigate a tricky split with kids?
Co-parenting therapy teaches parents to work together even if they are no longer partners.
‘My fantasy is set in an office’: What women really want
“We’ve all seen the quality of your work,” my boss says, “and we don’t believe employees should have to demand what is their due.”
Queensland
End-of-world delusions led man to kill mother
A man has been jailed after bludgeoning his elderly mother to death at her home north of Brisbane in the belief it was a sacrifice to prevent her suffering as the world was ending.
Which former rock star is Brisbane’s new night tsar? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz
Test your knowledge of the week’s top news stories with our multiple-choice challenge.
Shop owner recounts start of Woolloongabba fire, reveals ‘squatter’ problem
‘Within five-to-ten minutes … all the glass was popping and the side of the building was up in flames.’
Council says XXXX should be allowed more ethanol tanks next to church land
Plans to expand the brewery in Milton should go ahead, the Brisbane City Council says, despite a legal challenge by the Anglican Church.
Man advised drive-by shooters to falsely blame Sudanese person
A young man who advised the perpetrators of a drive-by shooting to falsely claim their vehicle was stolen by a Sudanese person will be drug-tested before sentencing.
Politics
Why negative gearing has ground down every politician who tries it
A long line of treasurers, opposition leaders and prime ministers has flirted with negative gearing and capital gains tax reform.
Business
Supermarket CEOs to face second grilling as grocery prices rise 20%
Woolworths, Coles, Aldi and Metcash chief executives will be summoned to front ACCC inquiry hearings due to begin in November.
World
China vows to fix housing market as Chalmers arrives to learn Aust fallout
Chalmers’s arrival in Beijing coincided with a flurry of economic activity in China.
Opinion
Pretty, pretty good: How Larry David changed the English language
David Astle
Crossword compiler and ABC Radio Melbourne presenter
Babe, I just flew to Bali. It’s time for a booze limit on planes
Anne Hyland
Senior Correspondent
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Property
Our eight favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a riverfront residence inspired by a shark to a contemporary design with soaring ceilings and walls of glass, these are our top picks.
Eddie Perfect sells Melbourne home to another family for $2,285,000
Purchasing and renovating the Californian bungalow inspired Perfect’s 2017 musical Vivid White. He was happy to sell to another family.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Footy food
40 of the best snacks to eat in front of the big match
Lifestyle
Being a Swans fan helped me find myself again
In the fog of new motherhood, I found a sense of identity by cheering the red and white.
Opinion
Insolvency
Tupperware’s gone broke and I’m trying to put a lid on my nostalgia
Kate Halfpenny
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Culture
Mona’s ‘Ladies Lounge’ wins court battle to exclude men from art-filled space
An appeals court judge has ruled that the art gallery’s controversial Ladies Lounge is not discriminatory in refusing entry to men.
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NRL 2024
NRL finals LIVE: Hughes hat-trick and Papenhuyzen double dampens Roosters hopes of a comeback
The Storm have bounced back after enforcer Nelson Asofa-Solomona was sin-binned in the opening 18 seconds of Friday’s elimination final. Follow all the action
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NRL off-field behaviour
NRL probes star Broncos duo over incident at Bali nightspot
The NRL integrity unit and the Brisbane Broncos are investigating a late-night incident involving superstars Reece Walsh and Ezra Mam.
Broncos approach NSW coach Maguire as Walters replacement
The players responsible for winning Brisbane’s last premiership need to get out of the way as the club identifies New South Welshman Maguire as Walters’ replacement.
‘A massive day’: Kiwis confirm support for Anzac Day Bledisloe clash
New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson said an annual Test on Anzac Day between the All Blacks and the Wallabies would create “a real tradition”.
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NRL 2024
Reynolds says players ‘blind-sided’ as Broncos split with coach Kevin Walters
One of Brisbane’s highest profile players on Thursday night said players were still awaiting communications from the club.
‘Built for the big stage’: Pain, heartbreak and Lasso behind Lions’ future
They are the fearless five: the emerging Brisbane brigade using a Ted Lasso philosophy to inspire a grand final boilover.
‘A goal isn’t a goal’: Video refereeing has sucked the joy from sport
If we’re smart enough to invent the technology, we’re also smart enough to decide whether it’s working for us.
Have Your Say
Payne relief: The moment that set up Lions’ redemption mission
Few men have endured Jack Payne’s ill-fortune in finals football, but his heartbreak is behind him after a season-altering tackle.
