23 m. ago The timeline, unsealed photos and meticulous planning at the centre of an alleged terror plot

Details of the case against the Bondi shooters can be revealed after the release of court documents alleging the father and son trained in Australia for their attack.

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59 m. ago England called this Ashes ‘Everest’. Perhaps that’s why they never got out of base camp

Initially, it seemed that England were emphasising the joy in the journey rather than hyper-focusing on the Ashes. But the old hyper-focus returned with much rhetorical flourish on the eve of their tour, and they lost the series within 11 playing days.

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2 h. ago Why Sabalenka and Kyrgios’ battle of the sexes is an insult to women’s sport

Nick Kyrgios says he will defeat the women’s world No.1 on Sunday without having to try hard. But for Aryna Sabalenka, the match is a lose-lose.

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2 h. ago Salmon sperm facials and the return of the perm: The best, wildest and weirdest beauty trends of 2025

From the benign to the worrying, trends that hit the spotlight this year proved once again that we will pay almost anything in pursuit of beauty, youth and keeping up with K-Pop stars or the Kardashians.

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12 h. ago A Bazballing tragedy: The tactical forensics of an Ashes capitulation

Three of England’s finest exports - Shakespeare, public broadcasting and cricketing calamities - collide in the wash-up of another abominable Ashes tour.

Politics

21 h. ago Brisbane leaders unite against antisemitism at City Hall rally

Seven days on from the horrific event that claimed the lives of 15 people at Bondi Beach, members of Brisbane’s Jewish community and their supporters filled City Hall on Sunday evening in a stand against antisemitism.

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24 h. ago ‘It obviously sucks’: England finally admit tour mistakes as Stokes reveals Adelaide bowling anguish

Coach Brendon McCullum has conceded he got England’s preparation for the first two Tests wrong, while skipper Ben Stokes felt he “was going to snap in half” during the defeat in Adelaide.

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25 h. ago Wildcard appeal: Kyrgios’ tour return locked in for Brisbane

Brisbane will again be the launching pad for injury-marred tennis enigma Nick Kyrgios’ latest comeback – as well as his great mate Thanasi Kokkinakis.

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32 h. ago Ashes cricket LIVE UPDATES | Australia retain Ashes with 82 run win. England fightback falls short.

Follow all the action as the third Test concludes at Adelaide Oval.

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37 h. ago It’s time for politicians to return Bondi Beach to the people

This crisis requires politicians to stop partisan politicking at the beach and go back to Canberra to work together.

Politics

49 h. ago New year to bring end in sight for parts of Cross River Rail build

Construction for the major Brisbane rail project has a finish line, but as some parts of the build open next year, its finished stations will sit unused until 2029.

Politics

56 h. ago The Ashes 2025 third Test LIVE: Head, Carey build lead as England tries to save series

Australia gave England a valuable lesson in how to turn an advantage into an unassailable position as they strengthened their hold on the third Test and the Ashes. Will the third Ashes Test be decided on day four?

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56 h. ago In 2025, Maya was an Australian Open wildcard. In 2026, she’s the nation’s best hope

Australian Maya Joint was ranked outside the top 100 at the start of 2025. Now, she’s on track to be seeded at a grand slam for the first time.

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56 h. ago In 2025, Maya was an Australian Open wildcard. In 2026, she’s the nation’s best women’s hope

Australian Maya Joint was ranked outside the top 100 at the start of 2025. Now, she’s on track to be seeded at a grand slam for the first time.

Politics

69 h. ago Minister awaiting detail on health officials accused of corruption

The CCC alleges secret payments were taken to allow the rollout of a medical company’s devices into public hospitals.

Politics

3 d. ago The elite Brisbane high school where eight boys got the state’s top grade

Queensland’s 37 top achievers went to a handful of schools, mostly in the state’s south-east – and one Spring Hill school celebrated eight students with the highest mark.

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3 d. ago The Ashes 2025 LIVE: Boland gets Archer as England all out for 286, Aussies lead by 85 runs

Australia are chasing the last two wickets as England attempts to battle at Adelaide Oval for day three of the third Test. Follow along for live updates.

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3 d. ago Buses to replace trains with major Brisbane track closures over five weeks

There are major rail track closures planned during December and January, which affect all train lines.

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3 d. ago What’s the happiest country in the world? Take the Brisbane Times Quiz

Test your knowledge of local, national and international news with the last current affairs quiz of the year.

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3 d. ago 37 students got the top ATAR. Which Queensland schools did they go to?

As high schools across Brisbane celebrate their graduating class of 2025, one elite boys’ school in the inner city may have the most to be proud of.

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