Mum’s anguish: ‘They ended up getting him’

HIS favourite saying was ‘sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me’. But on Monday this 13-year-old Brisbane high school student took his own life after being bullied about his sexuality.

 
 
 

Black Friday discount codes and secret deals

THE Yanks traditional Black Friday sales have hit Australia. These are the retailers offering the biggest bargains.

 
 
 
 

Premier furious as QR blocks review

QUEENSLAND Rail has refused to co-operate with an investigation into its bungled timetable and driver shortages — denying documents, dodging interviews and spending taxpayer money on lawyers to hide staff.

 
 
 

Repairs ordered before Dreamworld reopens

A MONTH on from the tragedy that left four tourists dead, Dreamworld has been ordered to fix more safety hazards at the theme park.

 
 
 
 

Mum’s shock at South Bank threat

WHEN a Brisbane mother visited South Bank lagoon with her two young daughters, she was shocked when police threatened her with a fine for doing something most people would deem sensible on a hot day.

 
 
 
 

Doing the right thing by a rival

It’s a rare instance of a company doing the right thing by a fierce rival.

 
 
 

Lesbian Vampire Killer’s fatal error

WHEN the woman who would become known as the Lesbian Vampire Killer helped her victim get undressed, she unwittingly provided the “unbelievable clue” that would lead to her capture.

 
 
 

Evil genius reveals how he tricked Australia

SOUTH Africa’s controversial captain Faf du Plessis has revealed exactly how he outfoxed the Australians with a devilishly cunning move.

 
 
 
 

10 reasons why I will ignore White Ribbon day

Enough is enough. Women are not fodder for men’s evolution, so they can become their higher selves, as the White Ribbon organisation would have us believe.