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A Brisbane homeowner is hesitant to rent out spare rooms due to tax and regulatory complexities. The issue highlights a broader challenge in addressing the housing crisis through affordable rentals.
Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge is set to close for three weeks over the new year for maintenance, with repairs including resurfacing and structural deck maintenance. The closure, scheduled from December 27, 2026, to January 18, 2027, aims to coincide with the summer holidays.
A police officer has been injured in an alleged stabbing in Brisbane's east, according to the police union. The officer was taken to hospital and was in a stable condition.
Police in the Northern Territory are closing in on identifying two men found dead near a remote cattle station in 1976, using advances in forensic science to shed new light on the decades-old mystery. One of the men is believed to be Trevor Wheeler, whose tattoos and complicated past have helped investigators piece together his story.
The Brisbane Lions have secured a historic three-peat premiership with a dramatic comeback victory, leaving players overcome with emotion. Sam Draper, who ruptured his Achilles tendon and feared he may never play again, was reduced to tears as he celebrated the team's remarkable achievement.
Nestory Irankunda's stunning free kick helped the Socceroos secure a 1-1 draw against Brazil. The 19-year-old's magical strike has been hailed as a sign of a special player.
The Brisbane Lions are on the cusp of history as they strive for their fourth consecutive AFL grand final victory, despite a largely revamped squad. With a consistent style of play and a strong midfield and forward line, the Lions remain a force to be reckoned with.
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