Brisbane Times Headlines

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:08:03 +1000
Smith explains random hand signal
Steve Smith explains the hand signal he's been making throughout the Ashes.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:04:07 +1000
2026 Brisbane International Highlights: Diana Shnaider v Madison Keys
Watch the match highlights between Diana Shnaider & Madison Keys in Round 3 of the 2026 Brisbane International.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:58:21 +1000
Retired couple win $1 million after purchasing second lottery ticket ever
A retired couple have won $1 million after purchasing their second lottery ticket ever.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:57:47 +1000
‘I’ve taken the time to reflect’: Anthony Albanese bows to intense pressure, announces antisemitism royal commission
Former High Court judge Virginia Bell has been asked to deliver her final report before December 14 this year.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:47:10 +1000
Police crackdown on kids on scooters terrorising Perth’s northern suburbs
Three teenagers have been charged after a group calling themselves ‘The Hitters’ posted multiple videos of themselves performing dangerous stunts and throwing rocks at passing motorists.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:46:23 +1000
Heatwave warning issued in NSW until Sunday
NSW residents are being warned to take appropriate steps as they prepare for a heatwave that is set to last into the weekend.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:45:20 +1000
United Cup Highlights: Zizou Bergs (BEL) v Jakub Mansik (CZE)
Watch the match highlights between Zizou Bergs (BEL) & Jakub Mansik (CZE) in the quarerfinals of the 2026 United Cup.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:44:23 +1000
ICE agent shoots driver in Minneapolis
A bystander has filmed an ICE agent shooting a driver in the US city of Minneapolis.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:42:36 +1000
Police shoot man dead on NSW Central Coast
Police have shot dead a man following a six hour siege on the NSW Central Coast.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:40:28 +1000
Queensland on alert as tropical low lingers at sea
A 1000-kilometre stretch of the north Queensland coast will remain on alert as a tropical low lingers at sea.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:40:13 +1000
Bondi Hero arrives at New York Jewish Gala as guest of honour
Ahmed El Ahmed was applauded on arrival at a major Jewish gala in New York after he was invited as the guest of honour.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:38:07 +1000
More Australians picking up side hustles as cost of living pressure grows
As inflation persists and housing costs soar, more Australians than ever are taking on extra jobs and side hustles to stay afloat.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:37:36 +1000
‘It’s gone’: With a home destroyed, fire evacuees can do nothing but hope
Those evacuated from the path of the Longwood bushfire huddled in caravans and vans, sheltering from the extreme heat, as they waited for news about their homes.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:37:17 +1000
Thieves steal donations from Melbourne temple
Thieves have broken into a Melbourne temple to steal around $1500 in donations.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:33:11 +1000
PM calls for Royal Commission into Bondi terror attack
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has buckled after weeks of pressure, calling a royal commission after the Bondi terror attack.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:32:55 +1000
Victoria bushfires LIVE: Longwood, Thologolong fires expected to grow drastically on Friday’s catastrophic fire danger day, Hume Freeway remains closed
Two bushfires are burning out of control in the state’s north, triggering emergency warnings and traffic closures. Keep up to date with the latest information here.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:27:50 +1000
Bombshell claim that government staffers tried to delay algal bloom investigation
Senior ecologist makes bombshell claim that three separate government staffers told her to stall the investigation into South Australia's algal bloom until after the state election.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:25:03 +1000
Two toddlers among several people fighting for life after major crash
Two toddlers are among several people fighting for life after a major crash on the Sunshine Coast.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:09:33 +1000
‘Everyone stood up’: Smith says Australia owned big moments in 4-1 series victory
Captain Steve Smith says Australia’s comprehensive Ashes triumph was due to simply playing “really good cricket” after his side held its nerve to win the fifth Test at the SCG.

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:07:25 +1000
Everything you need to know about the federal Bondi royal commission
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s announcement comes after weeks of pressure, and is a major backdown from his previous refusal to hold a Commonwealth inquiry.

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