A disastrous series of poor decisions led to the state government cancelling the Commonwealth Games, according to a parliamentary investigation's findings. The failed event cost taxpayers $700 million. 7NEWS.com.au Paul Dowsley #7NEWS

A look at what's on around Cairns this weekend. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

A look at what's on around Mackay this weekend. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

Student protesters at two Melbourne universities have clashed over the conflict in the Middle East. Police are on high alert as Jewish students vow to fight back against threats and intimidation on campus. 7NEWS.com.au Bethan Yeoman #7NEWS

A look at what's on around Toowoomba this weekend. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

Queenslanders in need of accessible housing can now look for a suitable home online. RealEstate.com.au has added a new accessibility feature for people living with a disability. 7NEWS.com.au Ben Mihan #7NEWS

Residents were invited to light a candle last night and pause to remember those lost to family violence. The Cairns vigil was one of many around Queensland uniting people taking a stand against abuse. 7NEWS.com.au Kristina Puljak #7NEWS

A look at what's on around Townsville this weekend. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

Essendon coach Brad Scott says troubled former Kangaroo Tarryn Thomas deserves another chance in the AFL. Scott knows Thomas well, he coached the exiled star at North Melbourne. 7NEWS.com.au Mitch Cleary 7AFL #7NEWS

No comment from accused murder suspect Ryan Sweatt leaving Framingham District Court moments ago after this mornings skirmish between Sweatts family and the victims family…Sweatt is currently being held without bail #7News

Dramatic just released Raynham Police body cam footage captures the moment a suspect opens the door and points a gun at police yesterday afternoon…suspect was shot and killed by officers #7news

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The federal government will spend nearly $1 billion to give women a financial lifeline to flee domestic violence. A crisis meeting of the National Cabinet has also agreed to crack down on what young boys watch online. 7NEWS.com.au Anna McGraw #7NEWS

Nathan Buckley’s treasure trove of football memorabilia has fetched almost $200 thousand at auction. More than 200 items went under the hammer after the Collingwood legend was forced to sell as part of his divorce settlement. 7NEWS.com.au Melina Sarris #7NEWS

For the fourth time in a week a Sydney home has been hit with bullets. 7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS

The home is one of the last places smokers can light up. But from Wednesday, residents can now be banned from smoking on their own balconies. It comes after the Queensland Government introduced a raft of new body corporate laws. youtu.be/l4kji-sW-4M Rosanna Kingsun #7NEWS