37 m. ago Exclusive Brethren chief’s son spotted on hustings supporting Liberal Party

The appearance of the high-ranking member of the sect came as a Melbourne candidate’s wife said their campaign owed much to the support of “so many” of the church’s people.

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37 m. ago Dutton has led one of the worst election campaigns in living memory

Peter Dutton must have believed he could skate to victory. How else to explain his abject failure to prepare credible policies.

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37 m. ago Star Liberal candidate ‘forgot’ he was once a member of the ALP

Benson Saulo was accused of party-hopping after his stint with the Greens came to light, and now it turns out he had a forgettable affinity with Labor.

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37 m. ago It’s a Morrison slug so awful that Dr Evil would be proud. Labor won’t touch it

The culture-war policy shows the Coalition’s disdain of higher learning and Labor’s timid approach towards reform.

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37 m. ago Why Albanese is leading Dutton in ‘podcaster election’ stakes

The PM landed the campaign’s weirdest endorsement after several unconventional social media appearances.

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9 h. ago Gus weighs in on DCE's potential move to the Roosters: Six Tackles with Gus

Gus cant get his head around the rumours swirling that Daly Cherry-Evans could be on his way to Roosters with all the young halves they have. Gus and Mat discuss the expansion to the West and how it wont be easy recruiting big names over. Gus also gives a rare insight into his coaching career, discussing the emotional challenges of handling losses and the importance of maintaining emotional control during games. He emphasises the significance of mental toughness and attitude control in sports, sharing insights on how to teach players to focus on the present and trust the process.

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9 h. ago Brisbane River ‘lifestyle precinct’ finally given the green light

After a decade of planning, the transformation of an old Defence Force site can finally begin after Brisbane City Council gave its tick of approval.

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9 h. ago Brisbane just outranked Paris on this list. Have the rules been rigged in our favour?

In the past two years, our humble city has scored a place on several global destination lists. But has our latest inclusion exposed an undercurrent of hyperbole?

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9 h. ago After a meteoric rise to success, is this Brisbane baker’s empire about to crumble?

Celebrated baker Brooke Bellamy has faced a difficult 48 hours amid claims of plagiarism from other chefs. But is the heat warranted?

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12 h. ago Alleged victim of mushroom poisoning queried different plate before death, jury told

One of three people who died after consuming a death-cap mushroom dish wondered why Erin Patterson's plate was different to her own, a jury has been told.

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12 h. ago Second baker comes forward with plagiarism claims against TikToker

A second popular online baker has come forward with claims her recipes were plagiarised by Brisbane TikTok star and bakery owner Brooke Bellamy.

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13 h. ago I see dead people: Preserved human bodies heading to Brisbane

The Body Works exhibition will feature human cadavers preserved through the process of “plastination”.

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14 h. ago Turf, tickets and titles: Talking points before women’s Origin opener

NSW are looking to snap a two-series losing streak in game one of the 2025 State of Origin series in Brisbane.

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14 h. ago Mother in court as killer details how he hit and choked her daughter

The mother, who earlier gave evidence in the Brisbane murder trial, has heard details about the death of her daughter, who was found in a tool box 10 months later.

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16 h. ago Popular US baker joins RecipeTin Eats founder in plagiarism allegations

A popular American cookbook author has joined Nagi Maehashi in claiming their recipes were copied in a book by Brisbane baker Brooke Bellamy.

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16 h. ago Brooke Bellamy denies new plagiarism allegations by popular US baker

An American cookbook author has joined baker Nagi Maehashi in claiming recipes were copied in a book by the Brisbane baker.

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16 h. ago Brisbane news live: Brooki Bakehouse owner accused of stealing recipes; Alleged murder victim’s mother in tears over fake cat video; Bleijie set to call in campground proposal

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17 h. ago Key staff at private boarding school step down after ‘strapping’ abuse scandal

The head of Ballarat Grammar’s boarding facility and his deputy have stood down from running Dart House, the principal has told staff.

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17 h. ago Erin Patterson trial LIVE updates: Alleged Leongatha mushroom cook’s relationship with ex

Erin Patterson is facing trial after pleading not guilty over a fatal mushroom lunch. Today, Nanette Rogers, SC, will present the prosecution’s case against Patterson.

Politics

19 h. ago Victoria’s hot seats LIVE updates: Liberals’ signs seized as Kooyong corflute war heads to court; Zoe Daniel’s supporters accused of being antisemitic

Pre-poll antics in Kooyong have just ratcheted up another notch, with the Liberal Party now threatening to take Boroondara council to court.

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