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Illegal cigarette bust in Brisbane linked to Australia Post delivery drivers
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It comes after Brisbane Times revealed huge numbers of convenience stores in the CBD were selling illegally imported cigarettes under the counter.
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Qld real estate lobby calls for probe into ‘onslaught’ of tenancy law changes
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The body wants a proposed productivity commission to review the social and economic impacts of a swathe of rental reforms.
on Tue, 11PM
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Breach of bail drives lift in kids court numbers as detention strains
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The Childrens Court president used a report to warn about the “struggle” with growing incarceration numbers – which the LNP expects new laws to push higher.
on Dec 13
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on Dec 13
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Greens to call News Corp execs to greenwashing inquiry over gas ads
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Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young says News Corp should explain its alleged attempt to disguise paid “propaganda” as news.
on Dec 12
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LNP’s ‘adult time’ youth crime laws pass parliament with Labor backing
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While opposition MPs highlighted concerns raised by stakeholders, and the fast-tracked process, all supported the laws – though one is considering her future.
on Dec 12
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Bike riders were asked to dismount for 100m. Now they plan to protest in the casino’s driveway
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The Star argues it has created new public spaces for all to enjoy – but others argue this riverside CBD space along Brisbane’s busiest bike route didn’t need “activation”.
on Dec 11
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on Dec 11
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The rich investors losing money on Katies, Noni B operator
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Will the billionaires behind the Spotlight group be the White Knight that Mosaic Brands needs?
on Dec 10
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‘Lost for words’: LNP bans all parliamentary debate on abortion laws
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Premier David Crisafulli’s election campaign was plagued by unanswered questions about how he would manage differing views in his party, and the parliament.
on Dec 10
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on Dec 10
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The Coalition told the CSIRO to redo its nuclear report. It’s bad news for Dutton
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Peter Dutton’s Coalition wanted new modelling on the cost of nuclear energy. The CSIRO obliged, but the opposition leader won’t like the results.
on Dec 8
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How the LNP bypassed key Games partners to pick its own review team
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When the month-old government named its expert team to put Brisbane back on track for 2032, some Olympic stakeholders were hearing about it for the first time.
on Dec 7
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Games boss backs in Victoria Park stadium
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A new stadium at Victoria Park has received the backing of the man entrusted to lead the delivery of the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games.
on Dec 6
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Crisafulli says critics of youth justice bill are part of the problem
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The rushed and contentious laws have been defended by Queensland’s new premier, as public consultation ends just days after the full details were released.
on Dec 3
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on Dec 3
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Top Brisbane music venue in battle against $1.5 billion tower development
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One of Brisbane’s top music venues is appealing Brisbane City Council’s approval of a $1.5 billion Newstead project, warning its future residents could inundate them with noise complaints.
on Dec 3
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‘Our children deserve better’: Proposed youth crime bill draws widespread criticism
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A range of experts and advocates presented submissions on the first day of a parliamentary hearing examining the LNP’s proposed changes to youth justice laws.
on Dec 3
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‘Downright dangerous’: National body responds to claims officers ‘planted fire ants’
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In a statement, the National Fire Ant Eradication Program called the allegations “false and unfounded”.
on Dec 1
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‘Nothing is declining’: Complaints data backs police integrity push
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Internal documents reveal complaints are increasing and Queensland’s policy response is “not working for police, victims and those being investigated”.
on Dec 1
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Questions over reform push as LNP opts for less independent body
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A new Productivity Commission is set to focus on Queensland’s building sector. But the model chosen by the LNP has alarmed a former commissioner and Labor.
on Nov 29
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New footage of vehicles slamming into rail bridges in Queensland has been released amid a push to improve driver awareness. Follow us here for today’s new updates.
on Nov 28
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Olympic review to be given ‘golden triangle’ vision, with a hint of pineapple
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The 100-day review into Brisbane’s Olympic venues for 2032 is about to begin. Here’s what one expert thinks the new panel should consider when work begins.
on Nov 28
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Internal briefings warn Qld Treasurer ‘major shifts’ needed, as LNP blasts blowouts
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Despite the negative budget picture being painted by the new government, Treasurer David Janetzki says his party will still “be delivering on our promises”.
on Nov 27
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Diaries reveal the meetings LNP frontbenchers had before they took power
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Ahead of the return of parliament, Brisbane Times has analysed official diaries to determine who the new ministers scheduled the most meetings with in opposition.
on Nov 26
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on Nov 22
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The outer Brisbane growth areas being left behind on public transport
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A report on liveability across five Australian capital cities has highlighted gaps between established and growing areas. In Brisbane, one issue stands out.
on Nov 22
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Busy CBD off-ramp closes again due to runoff from Queen’s Wharf
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For at least the fifth time this week, a Riverside Expressway off-ramp has been closed to traffic while workers clear water and debris.
on Nov 22
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Labor won’t make Kamala Harris’ mistakes against Trump, ALP boss says
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In a closed door briefing for MPs, Labor’s national secretary outlined how the party would avoid the pitfalls of the Democrats’ celebrity-heavy campaign.
on Nov 20
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How climate-denier Trump may leave China to save the planet
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Xi Jinping will take great delight in showing the world how decadent the US becomes under Donald Trump when it comes to global warming. The planet may be the winner.
on Nov 19
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Before 50¢ fares, an expert panel was working on wide-ranging reforms
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The panel heard from a Transport Department official that “reducing fares would be an ineffectual way of increasing patronage and reducing congestion”.
on Nov 19
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Brisbane’s Metro bus ‘preview’ rolls to a quiet stop
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A much-hyped partial start to Brisbane City Council’s $1.4 billion Metro bus project has ended just one month after it began, causing opposition concern.
on Nov 17
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Pill-testing will be a Schoolies first. Here’s what parents and kids should know
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Gold Coast school-leavers will have access to a free and confidential drug-testing service from Saturday, with advocates saying the initiative could be life-saving.
on Nov 17
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Security fears as China opens huge port in Peru to extend Latin America reach
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Chinese involvement has drawn US warnings about Peru potentially being used by Chinese military ships as a foothold in the Americas.
on Nov 15
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LNP hits pause on Labor policy with eye on infrastructure ‘golden decade’
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The major project procurement policies known as BPICs are seen as roadblocks to a key LNP election pledge to deliver projects on time and budget.
on Nov 14
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A two-tower residential development set to cast shadows over the City Botanic Gardens could have half its infrastructure charges covered by ratepayers, ruffling the feathers of several councillors.
on Nov 14
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As it happened: Brisbane on Wednesday, November 13
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Olympic plans in disarray amid claims of widespread blowouts, delays
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The Queensland government has rejected a Commonwealth plea to get on with building Olympic venues, insisting the LNP’s mooted 100-day review must be allowed to play out.
on Nov 11
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How, where, and by how much Queensland voters shifted to the LNP
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Two weeks since election day, the final results have been declared in all 93 seats. And despite the historic win, it didn’t all go the new government’s way.
on Nov 9
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Who will benefit most from the $10b north Brisbane tunnel plan?
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Previously unreleased traffic modelling reveals those who would benefit from the Gympie Road Bypass Tunnel - and the areas expected to have a “disbenefit”.
on Nov 9
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LNP wields Games blowouts against state and federal Labor as review looms
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Queensland’s new government says it has found $181 million in overruns on three minor 2032 venues. But it’s being warned its 100-day review could cause more.
on Nov 7
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'Mermaid Ray' Stevens and his Skyride
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Does Gold Coast LNP MP and Leader of Government Business Ray Stevens want to be a businessman or a member of parliament?
on Nov 6
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Newman's media chief briefed CMC boss
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The head of Queensland’s independent corruption watchdog is facing new calls to quit amid claims he’s been doing the government’s bidding.
on Nov 6
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University fees to be reviewed nationwide in next phase of education overhaul
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Labor has announced plans to cut student debt by 20 per cent but a planned government commission could permanently change fee structures.
on Nov 6
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Have 50¢ fares reduced traffic in Brisbane? Yes and no
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New data obtained by Brisbane Times reveals how traffic on the city’s major thoroughfares changed after public transport fares were dropped to 50¢.
on Nov 5
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Deputy LNP leader calls out gambling executive who liked Labor tweet
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Deputy LNP leader Tim Mander refutes "bully" allegations after calling out gambling executive for liking Labor tweet.
on Nov 5
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on Nov 5
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Queensland LNP MP Ann Leahy found in contempt of Parliament
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An email LNP MP Ann Leahy sent to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk's office as a "courtesy" and her subsequent conduct and "lack of remorse" over potentially misleading Parliament, may see the first-term member make Queensland parliamentary history.
on Nov 4