Courtney Kruk
Courtney Kruk is City Reporter at Brisbane Times, writing about the city and its people.
Packed houses and powerhouses: Kate was born for it
She’s been behind some of the biggest arts festivals, including co-founding Dark Mofo. And with the history of Brisbane’s art culture in her blood, it’s time to make noise about Kate Gould’s homecoming.
- by Courtney Kruk
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Brisbane 2032 Olympics
The Brisbane Olympics are eight years away. Time for a reality check
Progress has been thwarted by decisions and (healthy) debate, but has it meant we’ve lost our way? Can we still leverage the Games for the city’s wellbeing?
- by Courtney Kruk
Couple accused of spying for Russia have apartment, bank accounts seized
Russian-born army private Kira Korolev and her labourer husband, Igor, have lost control of their Brisbane apartment, multiple bank accounts, and some superannuation funds.
- by Courtney Kruk
All aboard! 50¢ public transport fares kick off
Queensland’s highly anticipated 50c fare trial is finally upon us. Here’s how to ensure your commute runs smoothly.
- by Courtney Kruk
The true story of this Brisbane bookstore you won’t find in print
Not all chapters in Archives Fine Books’ history make for easy reading. But Dawn and Hamish have no regrets having “followed their bliss”.
- by Courtney Kruk
New strategy to target violent offenders as advocates rally for change
“As premier, I never want to see another Queensland woman die at the hand of their partner,” Steven Miles said.
- by Courtney Kruk
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Sharing economy
The unexpected ways car sharing could revolutionise Brisbane
Browse the comments section on any infrastructure or transport story and you’ll quickly get a sense that if you come for cars, the people of Brisbane will come for you.
- by Courtney Kruk
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Spending
Menu prices tough to swallow, but how much are customers willing to cough up?
Inflation has been falling, but that doesn’t mean prices are coming down – and Brisbane venue owners say they’re working harder than ever.
- by Courtney Kruk
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Crime
Dramatic arrest after woman’s body found in Ipswich home
Police have charged a 36-year-old man with murder after the body of a woman with multiple stab wounds was found in Ipswich on Monday.
- by Courtney Kruk and Bailey Kenzie
Heart in sole: The tale of two cobblers on Eva Street
The Italian father-and-son behind the weatherboard repair shop on Brisbane’s south side have been fixing shoes since the ’70s.
- by Courtney Kruk
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Property development
Life in a tight spot not for all, but Brisbane homes might be heading that way
No longer backyard shoeboxes, granny flats could be mutually beneficial for struggling renters and homeowners.
- by Courtney Kruk