QUEENSLAND

Australia’s worst law is being repealed, finally

An unwanted homosexual advance will no longer be a defence to murder following action by Queensland’s new government.
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FINANCE NEWS

Hockey’s pre-loved stimulus plan a belated sign of hope

That faint sound you just heard may have been the penny dropping for the Treasurer, and small businesses may be among the early winners.
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FINANCE NEWS

Six tax hikes guaranteed to upset everyone

Joe Hockey is struggling with a rising budget deficit. Here are six tax hikes that could solve all his problems and alienate the entire electorate.
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MOVIES

‘The Age of Adaline’ is the prettiest film of the year

Blake Lively’s new flick is a triumph in casting and costuming, but not much else. And when did Harrison Ford get so old?
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NATIONAL

The magazine covers that made politicians

Following Malcolm Turnbull’s steely GQ cover, we look back at politicians’ famous magazine spreads, and the events that followed.
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BOOKS

Liked these bestsellers? Try these new books…

Need a new book but don’t want to pick a dud? These budding bestsellers will satisfy your cravings.
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NEW SOUTH WALES

Sydney woman tells off anti-Muslim racist

Video of Stacey Eden defending hijab-wearing train passenger has gone viral.
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