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Star struck: Are we becoming too hooked on online reviews?

When I recently found myself questioning a 4.8-star rating, I realised my compulsion to be guided by the opinion of others had gotten out of hand.

Wed, 28 May 2025 18:32:11 +1000

Federal funds for Brisbane Olympics stalled after arena shift

The Albanese government is still considering its $3.44 billion contribution to the 2032 Games, two months after its preferred project was removed from the venue plan.

Wed, 28 May 2025 18:30:47 +1000

No 2018 repeat: Paralympics will not share spotlight in Brisbane 2032

On his second visit to Brisbane, International Paralympic Committee chief Andrew Parsons said the Paralympics were too important to be held concurrently with the Olympics.

Wed, 28 May 2025 14:52:53 +1000

As it happened: Brisbane on Wednesday, May 28

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Wed, 28 May 2025 14:45:47 +1000

Story Bridge protesters hit back at ‘illegal’ claim as dispute heads to court

Police and Brisbane City Council will fight plans to shut down the Story Bridge for a peak-hour Friday morning protest over the closure of its footpaths.

Wed, 28 May 2025 13:21:09 +1000

‘Forever chemicals’ found in blood of nearly 98 per cent of Queenslanders

The synthetic chemicals are found in everyday products ranging from the linings of takeaway coffee cups and pizza boxes to carpets and non-stick cookware. They are almost universally in our bloodstream.

Wed, 28 May 2025 12:33:44 +1000

Report reveals Qantas safety lapses after turbulence injures crew

A crew member suffered broken bones and another continued to work for days with concussion symptoms after they were injured descending into Brisbane.

Tue, 27 May 2025 19:40:13 +1000

Maroons sponsor XXXX promotes the State of Origin opener in Brisbane

Maroons sponsor XXXX has flown inflatable beer cans over Brisbane ahead of the first game of the 2025 State of Origin series.

Tue, 27 May 2025 14:33:52 +1000

As it happened: Brisbane on Tuesday, May 27

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Tue, 27 May 2025 14:31:26 +1000

Queensland nurses vote to strike for first time in decades

The nurses’ and midwives’ union says promised “nation-leading” wage increases never transpired.

Tue, 27 May 2025 13:21:34 +1000

Intimate partner control a crime as Hannah’s Law comes into effect

Controlling behaviours linked with physical and sometimes lethal escalation now come with up to 14 years’ prison for convicted offenders.

Mon, 26 May 2025 15:34:36 +1000

As it happened: Brisbane on Monday, May 26

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Mon, 26 May 2025 15:04:54 +1000

Items found in search for teen, police suspect evidence moved

Forensics teams are examining items uncovered in bushland, which they believe are linked to the disappearance of teenager Pheobe Bishop.

Mon, 26 May 2025 14:35:25 +1000

Swiss-made metro vehicles struggled with Brisbane’s climate during trial

Council documents obtained through Right to Information laws reveal the new Brisbane Metro vehicles were not designed for our climate.

Mon, 26 May 2025 05:00:00 +1000

‘I’ve travelled the world and seen nothing like this’: The man behind Brisbane’s most beautiful station

Long before 50¢ fares came in, commuters couldn’t get enough of this south-side station and its life-loving station master.

Sun, 25 May 2025 17:57:24 +1000

Qld to add lethal shark nets, drumlines to popular tourist beaches

The state’s shark management program is set to get an $88.2m boost to ensure the safety of swimmers, but the decision has attracted criticism from animal advocates.

Sun, 25 May 2025 14:10:40 +1000