Brisbane Jogger’s Unauthorized Pool Plunge: A Tale of Trespass and Tension
A 34-year-old jogger caught taking uninvited swims in a New Farm backyard pool attended a police station on 30 April and was cautioned for trespass.
Slip, Slop, Slap… or Slop? Aussie Sunscreens Under the Microscope
CHOICE testing of 20 sunscreens with SPF 50 or 50+ labels found 16 failed to match their stated protection, with one testing at just SPF 4.
AUKUS in the Crosshairs: Trump’s Review Puts Australia’s Submarine Dreams on Ice
The Pentagon has launched a review of AUKUS to ensure it fits the America First agenda, putting Australia’s $368 billion submarine program under scrutiny.
Tragic Discovery in Forestville: Couple Found Deceased in Granny Flat
A man and a woman were found dead in a Forestville granny flat on the night of 11 June, with police investigating an alleged murder-suicide.
Whale of a Time: Humpback’s Tangle with Shark Net Ends in Daring Rescue off Kirra Beach
Sea World crews freed a humpback whale tangled in shark netting off Kirra Beach after a rescue operation lasting about two hours.
Burning a Hole in the Wallet: Aussie Cigarette Tax Hits Tipping Point, Fuels Black Market Boom
Tobacco excise has pushed the average pack to about $40 and fuelled a booming black market, with economists split on whether to freeze the tax.
Brisbane Festival 2025: A Dazzling Display of Art, Culture, and Community
Brisbane Festival 2025 runs from 5 to 27 September, with Craig & Karl’s inflatable installations taking over three city bridges.
Cricket in the Cold: Aussies Chase Glory at Lord’s While Footy Fans Shiver
Australia meet South Africa at Lord’s in the World Test Championship final, with Josh Hazlewood preferred to Scott Boland and Cameron Green batting at three.
Socceroos Soar to 2026: From Shaky Start to Smooth Sailing
The Socceroos qualified for the 2026 World Cup with a 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia in Jeddah, capped by a late penalty save from Mat Ryan.
England’s Shocker at the City Ground: Senegal’s Historic 3-1 Victory
England lost 3-1 to Senegal at the City Ground, their first defeat by an African nation, with Cheikh Sabaly sealing the win in stoppage time.