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Sydney Morning Herald
5 days ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
Brisbane news live: Huge cocaine bust in Brisbane could be linked to wider syndicate
Latest posts Latest posts 7.10am Huge cocaine bust in Brisbane could be linked to wider drug syndicate A quarter-of-a-tonne cocaine shipment into Brisbane could be linked to a larger international drug-running effort, as police flag similarities with a recent bust in Sydney. Black containers bound for Port Botany in the NSW capital in August were emblazoned with cut-out pictures of lions, panthers and car logos. The same imagery was found on the 253-kilogram shipment to Brisbane in June. Combined, the plastic-wrapped drugs could have been worth about $26 million. Photos of the latest bust have been released, with the Australian Federal Police and Border Force requesting anyone with knowledge of the group responsible come forward. 'If you have information about either seizure and the group behind them, please contact police,' Detective Acting Superintendent Stuart Millen said in a statement. 'The smallest clue could be all it takes to help police identify those involved in this failed plot.' 7.03am Thursday thunder? Bureau says it's a chance As thousands of Brisbanites return to work after the Ekka holiday, the bureau has forecast a medium probability of showers and even the chance of a storm with hail this afternoon. Today is predicted to be the coolest day this week, reaching a maximum of a mere 21 degrees, before the showers clear tomorrow and the weekend is dry and mostly sunny. Here's the outlook: 7.02am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: Every year, Petty Georgopoulos would take to social media to honour the birthday of her psixoula, the Greek word for sweetheart and an endearing term she sometimes used to address her daughter. On Wednesday morning, Petty took to social media once again. But this time, it was to express heartbreak and disbelief that someone could have slain her pregnant daughter in Mount Waverley. Australia must speak more clearly about the threats posed by China, including how it would respond to a regional conflict, or risk the AUKUS submarine agreement, Indo-Pacific experts in the United States are warning. British television presenter Jeremy Clarkson has joined the Cotswolds backlash against a visit by the US vice president. JD Vance has embarked on a summer holiday in Britain, peppered with formal discussions. In a post on Instagram, Clarkson shared an image showing a no-fly zone, which includes his own Curdle Hill Farm, also known as Diddly Squat Farm. European leaders have aired a potential deal to halt the war in Ukraine under plans to be put to Russian leader Vladimir Putin in talks with US President Donald Trump on Friday. 6.36am The top stories this morning Good morning, welcome to Brisbane Times' news blog for Thursday, August 14. Today we can expect a shower or two and a top temperature of 21 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: See how Brisbane insurance premiums have soared in your suburb, how they compare with other suburbs, and where insurers are pricing up the risks of floods and storms. More families than ever are choosing private schools based on campus appearances and top-end facilities, with new data also showing children are having a greater say in school selections. In the curious case of the disappearing Queensland Health appointee, minister Tim Nicholls and his department are refusing to say why job ads for a chief health officer have reappeared when the role had already been filled. A man found dead in a quiet suburban park yesterday has been identified as 29-year-old Logan man Trevor Doyle, whom police believe was murdered during a meeting gone wrong. And Queensland's Victims' Commissioner has been ordered to attend a ministerial meeting to explain her role in the embattled domestic violence helpline DVConnect following a damning review into the service that she previously helmed.
The Age
5 days ago
- The Age
Brisbane news live: Huge cocaine bust in Brisbane could be linked to wider syndicate
Latest posts Latest posts 7.10am Huge cocaine bust in Brisbane could be linked to wider drug syndicate A quarter-of-a-tonne cocaine shipment into Brisbane could be linked to a larger international drug-running effort, as police flag similarities with a recent bust in Sydney. Black containers bound for Port Botany in the NSW capital in August were emblazoned with cut-out pictures of lions, panthers and car logos. The same imagery was found on the 253-kilogram shipment to Brisbane in June. Combined, the plastic-wrapped drugs could have been worth about $26 million. Photos of the latest bust have been released, with the Australian Federal Police and Border Force requesting anyone with knowledge of the group responsible come forward. 'If you have information about either seizure and the group behind them, please contact police,' Detective Acting Superintendent Stuart Millen said in a statement. 'The smallest clue could be all it takes to help police identify those involved in this failed plot.' 7.03am Thursday thunder? Bureau says it's a chance As thousands of Brisbanites return to work after the Ekka holiday, the bureau has forecast a medium probability of showers and even the chance of a storm with hail this afternoon. Today is predicted to be the coolest day this week, reaching a maximum of a mere 21 degrees, before the showers clear tomorrow and the weekend is dry and mostly sunny. Here's the outlook: 7.02am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: Every year, Petty Georgopoulos would take to social media to honour the birthday of her psixoula, the Greek word for sweetheart and an endearing term she sometimes used to address her daughter. On Wednesday morning, Petty took to social media once again. But this time, it was to express heartbreak and disbelief that someone could have slain her pregnant daughter in Mount Waverley. Australia must speak more clearly about the threats posed by China, including how it would respond to a regional conflict, or risk the AUKUS submarine agreement, Indo-Pacific experts in the United States are warning. British television presenter Jeremy Clarkson has joined the Cotswolds backlash against a visit by the US vice president. JD Vance has embarked on a summer holiday in Britain, peppered with formal discussions. In a post on Instagram, Clarkson shared an image showing a no-fly zone, which includes his own Curdle Hill Farm, also known as Diddly Squat Farm. European leaders have aired a potential deal to halt the war in Ukraine under plans to be put to Russian leader Vladimir Putin in talks with US President Donald Trump on Friday. 6.36am The top stories this morning Good morning, welcome to Brisbane Times' news blog for Thursday, August 14. Today we can expect a shower or two and a top temperature of 21 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: See how Brisbane insurance premiums have soared in your suburb, how they compare with other suburbs, and where insurers are pricing up the risks of floods and storms. More families than ever are choosing private schools based on campus appearances and top-end facilities, with new data also showing children are having a greater say in school selections. In the curious case of the disappearing Queensland Health appointee, minister Tim Nicholls and his department are refusing to say why job ads for a chief health officer have reappeared when the role had already been filled. A man found dead in a quiet suburban park yesterday has been identified as 29-year-old Logan man Trevor Doyle, whom police believe was murdered during a meeting gone wrong. And Queensland's Victims' Commissioner has been ordered to attend a ministerial meeting to explain her role in the embattled domestic violence helpline DVConnect following a damning review into the service that she previously helmed.
The Age
15-07-2025
- The Age
Brisbane news live: Outback killer Bradley Murdoch dies in custody
Latest posts Latest posts 6.29am A sunny day before the showers arrive A mostly sunny day is in store for the River City today, with a pleasant top temperature of 24 degrees after another chilly night. Enjoy it while you can – the forecast into the weekend is for the days to become cooler again, with a high chance of rain by week's end. Here's the seven-day outlook: 6.25am The top stories this morning Good morning, welcome to Brisbane Times' live news coverage for Wednesday, July 16. Today will be sunny with a top temperature of 24 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: World Rowing has backed further investigation into a potential Olympic rowing site in Greater Brisbane, but Queensland's premier has dug in over plans to host the event on Rockhampton's Fitzroy River. Police are investigating whether a 57-year-old identified as Zdravko Bilic, who was found stabbed to death in the front garden of his multimillion-dollar home, had disrupted a break-and-enter before he was killed. A man has been charged with manslaughter after the drowning death of a baby boy at a lake north-west of Brisbane. An award-winning five-bedroom workers' cottage near Suncorp Stadium is one of 91 buildings opening their doors this weekend for Brisbane Open House. that could have sent three innocent Australians, including two Queenslanders, to jail has been uncovered.
Sydney Morning Herald
15-07-2025
- Sydney Morning Herald
Brisbane news live: Outback killer Bradley Murdoch dies in custody
Latest posts Latest posts 6.29am A sunny day before the showers arrive A mostly sunny day is in store for the River City today, with a pleasant top temperature of 24 degrees after another chilly night. Enjoy it while you can – the forecast into the weekend is for the days to become cooler again, with a high chance of rain by week's end. Here's the seven-day outlook: 6.25am The top stories this morning Good morning, welcome to Brisbane Times' live news coverage for Wednesday, July 16. Today will be sunny with a top temperature of 24 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: World Rowing has backed further investigation into a potential Olympic rowing site in Greater Brisbane, but Queensland's premier has dug in over plans to host the event on Rockhampton's Fitzroy River. Police are investigating whether a 57-year-old identified as Zdravko Bilic, who was found stabbed to death in the front garden of his multimillion-dollar home, had disrupted a break-and-enter before he was killed. A man has been charged with manslaughter after the drowning death of a baby boy at a lake north-west of Brisbane. An award-winning five-bedroom workers' cottage near Suncorp Stadium is one of 91 buildings opening their doors this weekend for Brisbane Open House. that could have sent three innocent Australians, including two Queenslanders, to jail has been uncovered.
The Age
29-06-2025
- Politics
- The Age
Brisbane news live: The road rules changing on Tuesday
Latest posts Pinned post from 7.23am The road rules changing tomorrow By Queensland will reduce speed limits from 50km/h to 40km/h in some busy areas and increase fines and car registration by 3.4 per cent on Tuesday, July 1. The illegal mobile phone use fine – which was $1209 – will rise to $1250 on Tuesday. Loading And drivers distracted by smartwatches could also incur hefty penalties. The fine for not having proper control of a vehicle is increasing to $389 (from $376) on July 1. A fine for driving without due care and attention will rise from of $645 to $667 (and three demerit points) from tomorrow. And in the event of a crash, a driver may be charged with dangerous driving and could risk court-imposed fines of up to $33,380 from July 1, or three years' prison time. 7.13am Wet, wet, wet way to start the week A wet day will start the week in Brisbane, with the bureau predicting that up to 30 millimetres could fall in the River City today. But at this stage it isn't looking set to stay, with only a 20 per cent chance of precipitation on an otherwise sunny day tomorrow, and dropping even further later in the week. Here's the seven-day outlook: 7.07am While you were sleeping Here's what's making news further afield this morning: Australia is headed for a $27 billion collapse in income from two of its biggest exports – liquefied gas and iron ore – as Donald Trump's trade war with China deepens fears for the global economy and stifles demand for commodities. Monday caps off a wild financial year for global markets, and therefore, for the retirement savings of just about all of us. Here's why Trump-induced mayhem doesn't scare your super fund. Mechelle Turvey branded them monsters for brutally and violently killing her son. But the truth was much more complex, said the judge who handed the killers of Cassius Turvey life sentences. Trump has pushed again for Israel and Hamas to agree to a ceasefire over the 20-month war in Gaza, as the Israeli military ordered the mass evacuation of large swathes of northern Gaza. Oscar Piastri's lead at the top of the world championship has been cut by seven points after the Australian followed home McLaren teammate Lando Norris at a sun-scorched Austrian Grand Prix. 6.39am The top stories this morning Good morning, welcome to Brisbane Times' live news coverage for Monday, June 30. Today we can expect a rainy day, with a top temperature of 19 degrees. In this morning's local headlines: The new M1 Metro starts today and the city's bus network gets its most significant shake-up in years, with more than 150 routes changing. The new system will add 160,000 services a year, with Brisbane City Council hoping faster and more reliable trips will support the city's increasing population. But many commuters are angry at the changes. Here's what you need to know. Brisbane Roar is embroiled in a legal stoush, taking one of its major sponsors to court over claims promotional payments of more than $130,000 are overdue. A major announcement from the nurses and midwives union is planned for today, as months-long negotiations with the LNP state government over pay and conditions continue. Former Queensland Labor minister Rod Welford died at the weekend, with Labor colleagues paying tribute. Brisbane Broncos and Dolphins posting victories.
