6 h. ago The pristine beach, a $100m development proposal and the question over links to Obeid family

Hawks Nest locals have objected to the luxury apartment complex project on a picturesque stretch of sand since it was rezoned in 2021.

Politics

11 h. ago The key industries on the rise as Brisbane economy hits $200b

Brisbane’s economy tipped $200 billion last year, with several industries achieving growth as the SEQ population is set to reach 6 million by 2041. But urban sprawl limits could stem the boom.

Events

15 h. ago First they topped the HSC. Now North Sydney Boys is raising the bar

The school has a growing number of students enrolled in extension English courses this year, defying a statewide slump as it sets the standard.

Politics

15 h. ago Animal Farm has turned 80, but we still don’t know who wrote the best line

George Orwell’s Animal Farm is a crucial book for understanding rising authoritarianism. We need it more than ever.

Politics

16 h. ago Matt Wright offered $10,000 to injured pilot's family, court hears

Reality TV star Matt Wright offered $10,000 to the family of a helicopter pilot badly injured in a fatal crash but it was declined, a jury has heard.

Events

20 h. ago From creative couture to dopamine dressing: Australia’s growing upcycling movement

Australians are the biggest consumers of new clothes in the world but a new breed of upcyclers and “thrift flippers” is revealing another way to sartorial success.

Politics

20 h. ago Man embraces family as he is acquitted of rape charge against Sydney Uni student

The 22-year-old cried and hugged his family after he was found not guilty of raping the then-18-year-old student following a party at St Paul’s College campus.

Society

27 h. ago Baby scalded by coffee ‘deserves justice’ mum says amid extradition doubts

Luka is doing well but his family is still awaiting justice almost a year after a man poured hot coffee over him in a Brisbane park.

Politics

40 h. ago Man charged with murder over girlfriend's Hunter Valley death

The heartbroken family of a young woman killed in an alleged domestic violence assault in the Hunter Valley has spoken out.

Events

42 h. ago Desi Emperor’s changing career to continue at Warwick Farm meeting

After going from being a sprinter to a mile runner, the Tommy Wong gelding is back to where it all started.

Events

53 h. ago This should be a prime slice of the city. But it’s dark, noisy and unsafe

It could provide a crucial riverside open space for the growing number of CBD apartments, but instead Rebecca Walk is a “dead zone” infested with graffiti.

Politics

3 d. ago Hundreds watch hammer come down as Sunnybank Hills home smashes record

An Afghan family with deep pockets has rewritten Sunnybank Hills’ record books after splashing $3.0735 million on a rare estate in a breakneck auction.

Politics

3 d. ago Revealed: Melania Trump’s vague letter to Putin about ‘children’s laughter’

The US president has referenced his wife on several occasions when explaining his growing doubts about the sincerity of the Russian’s claims to want peace.

Politics

3 d. ago Family feud gets heavy: Woman accused of using bikie associate in $2m demand

A Preston woman is accused of using a Finks bikie associate to blackmail her brothers amid a bitter family dispute over a business.

Politics

4 d. ago Locals love this strip, but some of its most famous stores are leaving

Rathdowne Village remains as charming as ever, but concerns are growing as some of its renowned businesses move on.

Politics

4 d. ago Why Summer’s family is opting out of selective school test coaching

NSW has 47 selective high schools, far more than any other state, and a dedicated coaching culture to match. Some parents say enough is enough.

Politics

4 d. ago ‘Heartbreaking’: Bendigo Writers Festival opens, barely, with dozens of events cancelled

The festival has gone ahead despite a growing cohort of authors withdrawing from scheduled events.

Politics

4 d. ago Queensland earthquake adds to growing history of seismic activity

Queensland’s magnitude 5.6 earthquake has been added to a growing history of seismic activity in the sunshine state

Politics

4 d. ago Melbourne vendor who published reserve pockets $63,000 premium at auction

The deceased estate in Bundoora sold for $673,000. Meanwhile, a family paid $2.6 million for a four-bedroom house in Aspendale after outbidding their rivals.

Economics

4 d. ago ‘Melbourne’s coming back’: Young family pays $200,000 above reserve to nab $1.45m period home

Three parties fought with rapid-fire bids, pushing the price more than $200,000 above the sellers’ hopes.

Economics