24 h. ago ‘Dirty ashtray wrapped in floral notes’: The unusual perfumes worth trying

Finding a new signature scent sometimes requires thinking outside the box – or bottle

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24 h. ago Seoul is a city perpetually in motion and this is why it’s well worth visiting

Old meets new in the South Korean capital where history, food and singing off-key collide in an invigorating mix.

Politics

37 h. ago State quietly buying city homes for tower tenants as inquiry looms

A former judge and the CFMEU have slammed the Victorian government’s tower plan in submissions to an inquiry that is to start next week.

Politics

47 h. ago How the innocuous pager set in motion a potentially catastrophic war

A Mossad plot is just one of a series of events that have weakened Iran’s proxies, leaving it dangerously exposed.

Events

60 h. ago Paul Snowden opens up on split with dad as new stable makes city debut

Paul Snowden has long wanted to escape the shadow of his father, Peter. He hopes Lunaite can provide an early lift for his new stable on Saturday at Randwick.

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61 h. ago Is Brisbane’s new Harry Potter forest experience worth the galleons?

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience has landed in Brisbane after worldwide acclaim. Does it live up to the buzz? Here’s our verdict.

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65 h. ago ‘Get on with the job’: Protests roll into second day after CFMEU High Court ruling

Construction workers have shut down inner-city Brisbane streets again as a snap protest over a High Court decision continued for a second day.

Events

3 d. ago Bigger is better: The world’s 20 largest islands you need to visit

Big islands mean big opportunities to find somewhere magical, all for yourself. To those who think the world has been “done”, this will make you think again.

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3 d. ago Fashion out and menswear in as global retailers take prime city shops

Suitsupply is setting up in Flinders Lane, taking over cult fashion group Zambesi’s store.

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3 d. ago Only the US can take out the secret nuclear base. There’s good reason it’s never been attempted

US President Donald Trump must balance whether destroying Iran’s most heavily fortified nuclear site with American pilots, warplanes and weapons is worth the risks.

Events

3 d. ago Monitor for symptoms: Health warning issued after Sydney outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease

Health authorities are urging Sydneysiders to monitor for symptoms after three Potts Point residents developed the disease in the city’s latest outbreak.

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3 d. ago Brisbane news live: Brisbane city streets shut due to protests | How much your rates will change

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4 d. ago $50 levy for ‘free’ green bins: Brisbane residents slugged in ‘tax

All Brisbane residents will be charged an extra $50 waste levy to cover the cost of rolling out green bins across the city, whether they choose to have a green bin, or not.

Economics

4 d. ago No sandstone at this Brisbane uni but its environmental cred is so rich, it’s like visiting a bushland zoo

Bees, koalas and solar panels. This university isn’t hung up on sandstone but has been ranked one of the most sustainable in the world.

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4 d. ago Brisbane news live: Maroons prepare for State of Origin game two in Perth; Brisbane rates to increase $1.14 per week; Lord mayor rules out three rates levies

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4 d. ago Brisbane news live: Maroons prepare for State of Origin game two in Perth; Ratepayers await Brisbane City Council budget; Lord mayor rules out three rates levies

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

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4 d. ago This mysterious company has never sold a single product. Its founder is now worth $51 billion

A company that aims to treat neurological conditions such as ADHD and autism has made a dizzying share price surge without a single sale. It has made its founder very rich.

Economics

5 d. ago Sydney is a peaceful city. Law and order should prevail. Not gangs

The third attempt to kill a senior crime gang member demands the gang warfare cannot be allowed to continue.

Politics

5 d. ago This council overcharged up to $12m in parking fines for a decade. Here’s how to get your money back

Merri-bek City Council will launch the refund scheme for 11 different types of parking fines after an administrative error resulted in motorists paying at least $40 more than permitted.

Economics

5 d. ago Council overcharged up to $12.4m in parking fines for a decade. Here’s how to get your money back

Merri-bek City Council will launch the refund scheme for 11 different types of parking fines after an administrative error resulted in motorists paying at least $40 more than permitted.

Economics