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Analysis
Inflation
Chalmers’ high-wire act just got harder
For two years, the Reserve Bank has been talking about negotiating a narrow economic path. But inflation is buried deep in parts of the economy.
Elderly mother blasts ‘selfish’ driver who killed nurse
The other driver admitted to killing the 49-year-old when he drove across the centre of the road, deliberately crashing into her car travelling in the opposite direction.
20 things to do on Anzac Day in Brisbane
Whether you’re getting up early to pay your respects, minding the kids or relaxing on your day off, here are 20 ideas.
Opinion
Anzac Day
John Curtin, Winston Churchill and the cable that changed the course of Aust history
During World War II, British Prime Minister Winston Churchill ordered Australian troops to defend Britain’s colonial interests. Australia’s leader had other ideas.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Mud, sweat and birthday cake for prime ministers on Kokoda’s hell climb
Anthony Albanese said the thing that had most struck him along the walk was the formidable conditions Australian and PNG soldiers encountered during World War II.
Why a reluctance to disclose is hurting Queensland’s diversity targets
Queensland has failed to reach this ambitious target, but advocates say there are myriad reasons that public servants might not disclose.
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Vale
Former rugby league star Terry Hill dies
Hill played 14 State of Origin matches and also represented the Kangaroos on eight occasions.
A fake story aired on the news. Years later, Lachlan still feels guilty
One of them is still grappling with feelings of guilt over what is now alleged to have been a successful attempt at election interference.
Curious about how well your body is ageing? Try the sit-to-stand test
For older people, this simple exercise is the best way to measure how much physical power you have.
Catherine releases new photo of Prince Louis, now 6
The picture was taken by Catherine in Windsor where the Wales family lives. It’s the first one since her Mother’s Day photo was deemed “manipulated” by wire services.
Opinion
Social media
‘I bought an abandoned house’: How home renos became the new domain for influencers
While most people in their 20s are struggling to pay rent, a cohort of A-list influencers are ditching make-up and skincare collabs in favour of a new, more lucrative domain.
Ruby Feneley
Contributor
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Hotel reviews
This is one of the world’s few luxury hotels that deserves its icon status
A stay at this impeccable property is a unique experience steeped in history and indulgence.
Singapore Airlines resumes alternative Europe route after 20 years
The move offers an alternative entry point into north-western Europe to the busier, bigger Amsterdam and Paris airports.
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Opinion
Casinos
Chaos, paranoia and overreaction: Robbie Cooke’s tortured Star turn
Colin Kruger
Senior Business Reporter
Just in
Queensland
Exclusive
Queen's Wharf
Global luxury retail giant sues Queen’s Wharf Brisbane
The consortium behind Queen’s Wharf is looking for “new and exciting retailers” amid signs of late changes to the $4 billion mega complex.
The viral candied fruit recipe sending kids to hospital
“It is not just melting the sugar, it is also melting the plastic containers,” one Queensland burns specialist says. “You can just see a disaster coming from that.”
More cops on the beat amid uptick in recruitment
About 500 extra sworn officers and 400 unsworn officers are set to join the state’s police service, with nearly 700 recruits undergoing training.
Bus driver apologises in court after death of young cyclist
The driver says it was impossible to do a shoulder check because of physical barriers inside the bus.
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Fire
E-scooter battery sparked New Farm blaze, two people remain critical
Fire investigators have confirmed an e-scooter caused the New Farm unit fire on Saturday that has left a man and a woman in a critical condition.
Politics
Stabbed bishop backs Musk in fight to keep church attack footage online
In the lead-up to a Federal Court hearing on May 10, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel has provided X with an affidavit supporting the images remaining on the platform.
Business
Personal data of ‘thousands’ of Hungry Jack’s staff exposed in internal leak
The burger chain admits that 198 employees received an email attachment containing the personal data of possibly thousands of staff.
World
Judge tells Trump lawyer he is ‘losing all credibility’ in hush-money trial
“You’ve presented nothing,” the judge told Trump’s lawyer, who sought to argue the ex-president was responding to online criticism.
Opinion
Despite Obama and Trump, America just proved it’s still the ‘indispensable power’
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Explore
Property
‘Taken me by surprise’: Brisbane house prices hit record high
Does your house earn more than you? The typical Brisbane house has gained more than $100,000 in value in a year, and much more in some locations.
Ex-Good Guys boss who made $17m tree-change sells $6m city bolthole
When Essendon director Andrew Muir sold his Toorak house for $28m he bought a Flinders spread and a Carlton terrace. Now he’s offloaded the pied-à-terre.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Chicken
50 of the best chicken recipes for every occasion
Lifestyle
Recipe collection
Chicken
50 of the best chicken recipes for every occasion
When you want something easy yet impressive and guaranteed to please, chicken always delivers. Here are 50 great chicken recipes, all ready in an hour or less.
Culture
The forgotten island where an Australian legend was killed
Damien Parer shot footage that won Australia’s first Academy Award, but few visit the site of the bloody battle where he was killed.
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Sport
Lions seek Linc between composure and AFL pressure
Brisbane Lions small forward Lincoln McCarthy admits their composure has been lacking ahead of an Anzac Day clash with the Giants.
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Vale
Former rugby league star Terry Hill dead aged 52
Hill made 246 first-grade appearances during spells at Manly, Wests Tigers, Western Suburbs, Eastern Suburbs and Souths.
Topine calls on former teammates to back $4 million claim
Some of the players at the Bulldogs wrestling session in which Jackson Topine was used as “shark bait” are expected to testify if the case goes to a hearing.
The 11-year-old Chinese swimmer who was two seconds away from the Olympics
Yu Zidi is young enough to be in primary school but produced a stunning swim at her country’s trials for Paris 2024 after a controversial week for the sport.
Bulldogs trainer at centre of legal action has high care factor for players: Robinson
Travis Touma was part of the Roosters training staff for more than a decade, during which time they won three premierships.
‘No-brainer’: Rugby Australia wants Bledisloe Cup clash on Anzac Day
RA’s chairman believes a Wallabies-All Blacks game would be a lucrative event for the cash-strapped code.
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NRL 2024
Former Bulldogs forward in $4m legal action against club
Jackson Topine hasn’t played in NRL since claiming he was forced to wrestle 35 players back to back.
Have Your Say
‘We owe it to our kids’: The $18m fight from sports paddock to parliament
Rugby league legend Wally Lewis took his fight to Canberra. All levels of sport are crying for change.