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Five-minute guide: What’s in the Qld budget for you

David Janetzki’s first budget has tackled some of the LNP’s biggest election promises in health delivery, crime prevention, cost-of-living relief and housing affordability.

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Treasurer’s blistering attack on Labor over $8.6bn black hole

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Qld budget winners and losers

Queensland’s first LNP budget in more than a decade promises a “fresh start”, with targeted relief for cost of living, housing, crime and health.

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Wild westerly winds and subzero temperatures are expected as a rapid-fire cold snap sweeps southern Queensland.

Iran fires missiles at Israel as ceasefire deadline looms

Iran has attacked Israel as the deadline for Donald Trump’s ceasefire nears, as Anthony Albanese reacted to criticism of his response to the US attacks on Tehran’s nuclear sites. ...

The definitive rankings: Qld’s top Instagram stars 1-100

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Early Mail: Hunt return tipped, Hastings wins race at Knights

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Explosive cover-up claims rock Qld Health: ‘Never been this bad’

Explosive claims of a “dangerous and unethical” cover-up at major Queensland hospitals have rocked the state’s health system.

‘Just about dead’: Outback killer transferred from prison to palliative care

Convicted killer Bradley John Murdoch – who is ‘just about dead’ – is out of jail and getting ‘special treatment’ including excursions in a Territory town.

Katter’s radical plan to arm teens, create fortress wall of missiles

Bob Katter believes Australia needs to significantly boost defence spending and arm teenagers to create a huge guerrilla army to prepare for a looming war. READ HIS PLAN.

Aussies caught in Middle East flights chaos

The Middle East conflict has prompted global flight cancellations and delays – including on many routes departing from Australia.

Who is she? What is she accused of doing? Inside TikTok mum’s baby torture case

A Queensland mum allegedly tortured her baby girl for social media clicks – this is everything we know so far.

‘You don’t know her’: Hembrow’s ex takes swipe after break-up

Matt Zukowski hasn’t held back, throwing subtle jabs at ex-wife Tammy Hembrow online just hours after she broke down in tears confirming their split.

Grace Grace condemns CFMEU, slams Bleijie’s ‘nasty attack’

Labor’s former industrial relations minister Grace Grace has rejected taunts from LNP rivals over her support for the CFMEU, condemning the union for protests in Brisbane last week...

Why I don’t let these comments about my body bother me

I’ve lived on social media for the last 15 years and I get people commenting on my body and the way I look all the time. This is how I stay resilient – and why others should, too.

Family left homeless after house fire on eve of little boy’s birthday

A family of five is among 10 people left homeless after a fire destroyed a home in Brisbane's southwest overnight.

The chilling six words man, 88, said before allegedly attempting to kill daughter-in-law

The words uttered by an 86-year-old man before he allegedly tried to strangle his daughter-in-law to death with a piece of wire has been revealed.

Qld Rail worker’s mindblowing cannabis reading

A man who worked in a ‘safety critical’ role shunting trains for Queensland Rail has been denied compensation for his sacking.

‘Sent me into a spiral’: Mental anguish of Matilda’s ACL battle

Amy Sayer felt like her knee had “dislocated five metres to the left”. It started a harrowing journey back to the Matildas that took more than 450 days. This is her story.

Superstar cosies up with Australia’s most eligible bachelor

In Brisbane for her Lifetimes Tour, Katy Perry gave Robert Irwin a crash class in waltzing before the young conservationist takes to the floor for the US Dancing with the Stars.

‘First World War, kinda nervous’: Gen Z reacts to global conflict

Dubbed “the most unserious generation”, Gen Z is responding to America’s strikes on Iran in the only way they know how. Vote in the poll.

Iconic Aus uni to be sold off to Asian giant

The future of a popular Australian university is in limbo after plans to sell it off to a foreign power emerged.

Untouched abandoned Aussie cinema exposed

An eerie discovery at a forgotten Aussie cinema has left people stunned, revealing dusty velvet chairs and scattered film strips in a haunting snapshot of the past.

Surprise reason banks are blacklisting Aussies

The idea of being blacklisted by a bank is not something most people worry about – but it is happening and most don’t even realise they’re at risk.

‘You don’t know her’: Hembrow’s ex takes swipe after break-up

Matt Zukowski hasn’t held back, throwing subtle jabs at ex-wife Tammy Hembrow online just hours after she broke down in tears confirming their split.

Big mistake Aussies are making with supplements

Supplements are a billion-dollar industry in Australia but doctors and dietitians warn they don’t come without serious health risks.

Revealed: Diddy won’t take stand at own trial as final witness called

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Top EOFY Amazon deals: Up to 70% off big brands

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Which star of Strictly Ballroom is now a member of Victoria’s state parliament?

The Chase Australia’s official Shark, Brydon Coverdale, has created a new daily quiz challenge. Test yourself.

Brutal truth about crazy food trends costing us a fortune

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It’s official – this is where Aussies go when we get cold

Aussies are used to warm weather, so where do we go when it gets cold?

Aussies caught in Middle East flights chaos

The Middle East conflict has prompted global flight cancellations and delays – including on many routes departing from Australia.

Australia has become so soft I’m officially embarrassed

It’s hard to not feel a little embarrassed by how Australia is tracking as a nation.

‘Money is not a factor’: Gen Z forcing major workplace change

Gen Z has revealed their latest demands when it comes to maintaining a work-life balance – and it will likely have a big impact on how Aussie workplaces operate.

My baby dodged death and lost his hearing – you should see him now

He was violently ill as a baby and now he is defying the odds.

This officially proves if you’re boring – I’m guilty as hell

Move over, FOMO, there is a new term that proves if you’re the boring type ... and many love it.

Real reason Gen Z ‘brats’ won’t zoom up the career ladder

It doesn’t matter what we do, Gen Zers just never seem to get it right, do we, writes Ruby Stewart. Have your say.

Is a $58bn Kmart killer about to touch down in Aus?

Canadian giant Dollarama’s takeover of The Reject Shop signals a new era for bargain hunters, heralding bold expansion plans and private-label expertise.