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Brisbane morning briefing

Qld bail breakers face jail, ASX set to rise

Good morning, Brisbane. A clear 13 degrees out there to start the week. Let's get into it.

Weather

13C, Clear

Top stories

  1. Queensland bail breakers could face jail time

    Queensland ministers will today consider mandatory jail time for offenders who breach bail.

    brisbanetimes.com.au

  2. ASX set to rise as Wall Street advances; $A, bitcoin stronger

    The ASX is set to rise as Wall Street advanced and trimmed its losses from a shaky week, with the Australian dollar and bitcoin stronger. The bond market remained jumpy and continued to add pressure.

    brisbanetimes.com.au

  3. Adelaide faces wettest winter in 20 years

    Adelaide is facing its wettest winter in more than 20 years, with a low pressure system moving towards the city.

    brisbanetimes.com.au

  4. Ukraine fears Russian troops surge

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is concerned Russia will mobilise another 300,000 troops later this year.

    brisbanetimes.com.au

  5. ‘Lighten up a bit’: Trump caps US’ 250th birthday with IndyCar race in DC

    More than 100,000 spectators converged on Washington DC for its inaugural Grand Prix race, marking the US' 250th birthday. Many were racing fans, while some said they were just there to support President Trump.

    brisbanetimes.com.au

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