1 hour ago Middle East oil giant abandons $30 billion bid for Australia’s Santos

Consortium led by Abu Dhabi National Oil Company’s foreign investment arm, XRG, has walked away from a deal, just days before the deadline for a binding deal.

Economics

3 h. ago Where did all the Brisbane festivals go? Down the road to the Gold Coast

News that yet another music festival is leaving Brisbane has caused outrage among fans. And it doesn’t augur well as the city gears up for the Olympics.

Politics

4 h. ago The Reject Shop rebrand is killing something that only works in Australia

To a teenager of the 1980s, The Reject Shop held a gravitational pull. Walking in those doors with my bumbag jangling with coins, I knew I’d find something cheap, fun, and totally necessary.

Events

4 h. ago The Sydney couple who gifted the city a rock and polished metal sculpture

James Brownlow and Doug Small were private people, lovers of minimalist Asian art. After their deaths they left an enduring legacy to Sydney.

Politics

7 h. ago Landmark planning changes show the Minns government truly understands Sydney’s housing crisis

Well-designed, well-located and affordable housing is vital to a modern, progressive city. These changes will help.

Politics

12 h. ago New paint job to clear up walking and riding confusion on city bridge

After more than a year, new paint will make it easier for walkers and e-scooter and bike riders to separate themselves on this shared path.

Politics

18 h. ago A year ago, this Hawk had to learn how to walk again. Now he’s starring in finals

Sam Butler overcome one of the more horrific injuries seen on a football field, only to then face another challenge ahead of what has become a stunning September run by the Hawks.

Sport

18 h. ago Secret warning of Sydney rail overload and need for $10b in upgrades

A leaked table reveals where bureaucrats are pushing for imminent upgrades to the city’s ailing rail network.

Events

28 h. ago Uber driver allegedly stabbed by passenger may never walk again

An Uber driver who was allegedly stabbed 10 times at a Gold Coast shopping centre may never walk again.

Politics

29 h. ago New genocide finding against Israel as major Gaza City assault begins

A team of independent experts commissioned by the UN Human Rights Council has concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.

Politics

30 h. ago ‘Gaza is burning’: Israel’s military says expanded operation in Gaza City has begun

It comes as a team of independent experts commissioned by the United Nations’ Human Rights Council has concluded that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.

Politics

30 h. ago Former Herald photographer who took iconic Indigenous referendum image dies

Walkley Award-winner George Lipman’s famous 1967 photo has appeared on the front page twice.

Politics

32 h. ago Brisbane news as it happened: Laneway snubs Brisbane; MP’s staff harassed, office shut over protests; Push to light up Story Bridge for Palestine

For today’s news updates in Brisbane and beyond as they happen, follow us here.

Events

33 h. ago Wanting out? Another AFL skipper is unhappy at his current club

Oscar Allen has left West Coast, Zach Merrett looks to be walking out on Essendon, and now the Kangaroos captain’s desire for more time in the midfield could have him seeking a trade away from Arden Street.

Society

36 h. ago Brisbane news live: Laneway snubs Brisbane; MP’s staff harassed, office shut over protests; Push to light up Story Bridge for Palestine

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Events

39 h. ago Brisbane news live: MP’s staff harassed, office shut over protests; Push to light up Story Bridge for Palestine; Family seeks answers after mother stabbed, burnt

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Events

39 h. ago Brisbane news live: MP’s staff harassed, office shut over protests; Push to light up Story Bridge for Palestine; Man charged over break

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Events

42 h. ago A new city venue is serving one of Melbourne’s best breakfast sandwiches – with one catch

At bottleshop-bar Le Pub, the latest spot from restaurateur Con Christopoulos, two dishes are instant classics.

Politics

47 h. ago ‘More attracted to the Tasmanian job’: Buckley moves on from Melbourne’s selection process

Nathan Buckley says he’s more enticed by coaching an AFL start-up team in Tasmania compared to taking the reins at Melbourne, days after he said the Demons’ selection process was too quick.

Politics

59 h. ago Trump’s pomp and circumstance visit brings struggling Starmer a billion

Horse-drawn carriage rides and dinner with King Charles aside, big issues are on the agenda as Donald Trump becomes the only US president to be given two British state visits.

Politics