Taxpayers billed for $6 million telemovie
Bigger budget than Priscilla, The Castle and Wolf Creek combined.
Homes damaged as storms sweep city and South-West
Dangerous storms have damaged buildings in and around Perth.
Sixth person charged over Esplanade murder
A sixth person has been charged over the murder of Patrick Slater.
Tradie 'worth $12 billion'
Tradie could not explain how he acquired huge fortune.
Taxpayers to foot hefty bill for Bronwyn Bishop's official portrait
Her political career may be dead but her steely gaze will live on.
Themes emerge beneath Trump's verbal deluge
He was grilled for an hour by The Washington Post. It wasn't pretty.
Man with bag full of explosives shot in leg
Terror suspect shot at Brussels tram stop.
Google Maps error blamed as wrong house demolished
They knocked down 7601 Calypso Drive. Their intended target was ...
Missing man's body found in tiny house gap
Family of man missing five years reveal how his body was discovered.
WA's new scourge of synthetic meth
Already frightening issue of meth now has new element to it.
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Crew demolish the wrong house
Workers thought they had torn down the correct house after relying on Google Maps for directions.
Property
How to add value in a long weekend
There are some big-value adds you can make to your home in a couple of days.
Five reasons to ditch the mainland and move to Tassie
Could it be time to venture across the Bass Strait and settle down in Tasmania? It's oh so tempting.
WA News
Stolen car falls off tow truck and hits house
Men wiped down stolen car before driving off.
Hacking attempt closes government sites
Several West Australian public transport websites have been temporarily shut down after a hacking attempt.
Ten reasons why Perth trumps the East Coast
What does Perth have that Melbourne and Sydney don't? When I sat down to think about it, I realised there are heaps of unique attractions...
Family to work on after $40 million win
A battling South West family said it was looking forward to taking the caravan on a few extra holidays.
Federal Politics
Vengeful micro parties go after Joyce
"Far right- wing" micro parties are tipped to target Barnaby Joyce, directing ...
Donors tapped to buy senator a home
Key Liberal fundraisers sounded out major donors to the party to chip in for a house ...
Submarine makers vie to impress Australia
Why does Australia need $50 billion worth of new submarines?
Malcolm's swerve to the right
The Prime Minister will want to make sure the issues are what middle Australians ...
Australia, let's be grateful
Comment Those feeling sick and tired of Australian politics right now can take ...
Up to $15,000 loaned out to Australian travellers
Australians travelling in Thailand, Indonesia and Italy are the most likely to run ...
Business
Radical economic ideas gab attention
As traditional economic remedies prove ineffective some radical ideas are getting a hearing.
Exploitation is our national disgrace
Billionaire's claims of ignorance ''defy belief' and it's time corporate were held accountable.
Taxman Chris Jordan makes his mark
Chris Jordan has trekked big mountains, but none of them challenged him like the ATO did.
Turnbull needs a slice of PM pie
As the politicians embark on the an long election campaign it's time they loaded some carbs.
Why Neverland Ranch still isn't sold
A year ago, Michael Jackson's home hit the market. Though no one sealed the deal, the asking price hasn't changed.
Polishing NAB's 'jewel in the crown'
She learned about business in her parents' cafe. Can this rising star restore focus?
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ExecutiveStyle
Could your suit stand up to this?
Five-day, 20,000 kilometre journey is the sternest test imaginable.
$460 for barrel-aged chocolate bar
Looking for the ultimate Easter gift? It's hard to top this 50 gram chocolate treat.
Money
Rock-star fund managers long gone
It doesn't seem all that long ago that some fund managers had almost rock-star status, at least among investors.
Small Business
Beyond 'Yes Minister'
The outgoing Small Business Commissioner Mark Brennan has some tips for Kate Carnell.
Are you a hypocrite and don't know it?
Malcolm Turnbull has been accused of being one. Are we all guilty of hypocrisy without realising?
What Bruce Billson did next
Former Small Business Minister Bruce Billson has a new gig post politics.
Video
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Australia get the better of Pakistan
Steve Smith leads Australia to a 21-run win over Pakistan, transforming their final World Twenty20 pool game against India into a quarter-final.
Entertainment
De Niro defends autism film screening
It's personal, says Robert De Niro, as he defends role in autism film festival controversy.
'I felt filthy and ugly'
The Slap author on the kiss that crushed a schoolboy's love of football.
Lifestyle
Cosmetic fillers 'f---ed my face'
Khloe Kardashian has finally admitted that cosmetic fillers are behind her dramatic facial transformation and said that they 'f***ed' her face.
'Contouring is not an accessory'
Nicole Kidman's makeup artist gives her top tips for trying out the beauty trend.
Eat chocolate to improve your workout
What to train faster, higher, stronger? An Easter egg might just be the boost you need.
How to supercharge your packing skills
What to do when you're a hopeless packer and always take the most unrealistic wardrobe away with you.
Celebrity red carpet watch
Premieres, parties and awards ceremonies. Where the stars have been spotted this week.
Is sex OK – even before the first date?
Can you expect a long-term relationship if you sleep together the first time you meet?
Good Food
24 hours in Wellington
Only got one day in the New Zealand capital? Here's how to experience the best food and drink.
Recipes for Easter baking
Hot cross buns, biscuits and more. Here's how to get your bake-on this Easter.
Nigella Lawson's Easter feasting ideas
From a simple lamb roast with make-ahead mash to Easter egg nest cupcakes.
Daily Life
Parents, let me talk about my dogs
"The comparisons between my fur babies and your human babies are probably greater than the differences."
15 films for when sexism gets you down
Movies that will make you feel better after a hard day being a woman.
Traveller
'Why are there penises everywhere?'
Travelling with kids can be a challenge in a city spoiled by genitalia.
Europe's greatest water worlds, by train
Many cities can claim the title 'Europe's other Venice'. And you can reach them all on an outstanding train journey.
The world's coolest musuems
Remember those hushed, dusty, dull museums you were dragged to as a child? They're gone.
Airport beer an outrageous rip-off
Ben Groundwater is spot on about travelling in the Middle East, says one reader.
Technology
Surgery to be live streamed in VR
Anyone with a smartphone and virtual reality headset can watch.
Microsoft sorry for AI's offensive tweets
It took just hours for teen chatbot Tay to learn how to be a racist troll.
Epic Google Maps error destroys home
This family survived a tornado. Then a wrecking crew consulted Google Maps.
How screen tone affects your sleep
Apple's 'Night Shift' iPhone mode gives your screen a warm glow at night.
Microsoft chatbot becomes abusive troll
What happens when a sprightly AI learns how to converse by talking to people on Twitter?
Apple to produce original TV series
Tech giant enlists Will.i.am and director of Netflix's 'Marco Polo'.
Drive
Great drives: Canberra
Australia's bureaucratic centre is also a surprisingly nice place to drive – if you leave the city.
New Audi R8 Spyder revealed
German brand has unveiled its new soft-top R8.
2016 New York motorshow highlights
Sam Charlwood and David Morley wrap up the best in show from the Big Apple.
2016 Range Rover Evoque Convertible video review
We get behind the wheel of the British brand's genre-defining SUV drop-top to find out if it is any good.
Behind the scenes with Holden design
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We take a look at Colorado-based concepts ahead of the Bangkok motor show.
Sport
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Australia get the better of Pakistan
Steve Smith leads Australia to a 21-run win over Pakistan, transforming their final World Twenty20 pool game against India into a quarter-final.
Redbacks bat first in Sheffield Shield final
South Australia have won the toss and will bat first against Victoria.
Australia beat Pakistan to stay in semi-final hunt
A playoff for a semi-final spot at the World Twenty20 championship awaits Australia.
Dutch master left an eternal mark on the game
Johan Cruyff had a set of principles about what the game is actually about.
Comment
Let's have the quality discussion
I am incredulous when the cry goes up about Fairfax Media giving up on quality journalism because we are reducing staff numbers.
Why Perth trumps the East Coast
What does Perth have that Melbourne and Sydney don't? When I sat down to think about it, I realised there are heaps of unique attractions.
Malcolm...masterstroke or miscalculation?
Malcolm Turnbull presented Bill Shorten with a gift when he told voters on Monday to prepare for a double dissolution.
Looking into the 2016 AFL crystal ball
Our crack (pot) panel gets together and gazes into the crystal ball.
What attacks mean for our airports