Australia’s shock economic result

THE Australian economy has had its doomsayers over the past 12 months, with fears we were heading into recession. But these figures tell a different story.

Train blame: ‘You get what you pay for’

QUEENSLAND will stop accepting problem-riddled New Generation Rollingstock trains until the makers can fix a series of design faults, with Transport Minister Jackie Trad criticising her political predecessors for signing off on the equipment.

Toddler tied in room all day: court

A BRISBANE man who has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of his toddler daughter used a rope to keep her locked in her room while he slept all day, a court has heard.

Trump points to ‘Australian’ solution

IN a speech filled with barbs aimed at illegal immigrants, President Trump said adopting Australian-style policies would ‘save countless dollars, raise wages’.

What Hanson really thinks about penalty rates

VIDEO has emerged of One Nation leader Pauline Hanson calling for penalty rates to be scrapped entirely, even as she now tries to distance herself from the decision to reduce Sunday pay rates.

NRL SuperCoach Cheapie Bible

OUR prayers have been answered and the SuperCoach gods have delivered a batch of cheapies. Find out which ones are up to snuff in the Round 1 edition of the Cheapie Bible.

Karl’s new life with young girlfriend

TODAY show host Karl Stefanovic’s life has undergone a complete transformation since his split with his wife of 21 years, Cassandra Thorburn.

Brisbane homes more affordable

A CHANGE in dwelling values means Brisbane’s property market has become more affordable.

Rugby bids farewell to Vickerman

​FRIENDS, fans and former teammates of Dan Vickerman gathered in Sydney on Wednesday to pay their respects to the much loved former Wallabies player.

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