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The Sanur residence where Stephen Richardson's body was found.

Blood uncovered at killed Perth man's Bali villa

Roy and Paula Cole of of Katanning Security Services.

Small business forced to slash staff over dealings with WA hospital

28 mins ago

State treasurer Ben Wyatt will deliver his first state budget in September and must come up with a repair plan for ...

WA faces water and power price rises after federal funding revealed

Henri van Breda, centre, accompanied by attorney Lorinda van Niekerk, front, arrives at court on March 27.

Axe-murder accused called girlfriend after killings, court told

1 hr ago

Midfield masterstroke: Michael Walters.

Walters midfield move was genius, says Dockers coach Lyon

26 mins ago

President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Wednesday.

FBI boss Comey wanted cash for Russia probe days before sacking

1 hr ago

Why don't our politicians submit to drug testing?

COMMENT
Jacqui Lambie

Pig farmer bashed to death while wife played dead in home invasion

Australian soldier killed in Darwin second army death in a week

Carlton eyes enticing list of free agents, including Nat Fyfe

Caroline Wilson

The war against the black economy has only just begun

ANALYSIS

A Today viewer doesn't believe the Block of Cash call was completely random.

Channel Nine denies 'scam' after $130,000 Today phone call

Paddy Ryder of the Power competes with Jonathan Giles of the Eagles.

What the ruck? Could the ruckman become extinct: Hardie

COMMENT
33 mins ago

Mother's Day events at schools are more stressful than a treat.

Dear schools, your Mother's Day events don't do us a favour

2 mins ago

After gaining traction in Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands, Depp went on to work with the director on Sleepy Hollow, ...

Aussie crew reveal 'train-wreck' Johnny Depp's antics on set

1 hr ago

The thought of Ed Sheeran opening the new Perth Stadium fills Phil Hickey with red-hot rage.

'Sheer madness': Do not have Ed Sheeran open Perth Stadium

COMMENT

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The budget, an animated guide

Athletes at last years event.

World's best athletes venture to Leonora in battle of the titans

Dozens of elite athletes are expected to descend on the town.

Win a trip for two to WA's iconic Outback festival

Peter Dutton sprays Fairfax journalists over ...

9:32AM

Walters midfield move was genius, says Lyon

9:09AM

'We've done nothing wrong': Small business forced ...

9:07AM

The new stadium is being completed.

Perth Stadium will not host Ashes Test in December

David Allan-Petale and Brendan Foster

Elderly man punched in unprovoked North Perth attack

Adam Poulsen

Roe 8 workforce redeployed to three new road projects

Emma Young

File photo - The Basin on Rottnest.

Man dies after being pulled from the water on Rottnest

David Allan-Petale

The state claims Jason Edge was killed in a Clarkson home before his body was thrown into the ocean.

Perth murder trial witness saw 'door splattered with blood'

Treasurer Scott Morrison speaks to the media during a press conference at Parliament House.

Drug testing job seekers is 'pointless nastiness', says WA welfare lobby

Brendan Foster

Clive William Black leaves court with his lawyer following an earlier appearance.

Victims of Bunbury paedophile speak out

Kate Hedley

The teacher at Sydney Grammar School has pleaded guilty to having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student.

Private-school teacher admits to sex with student

NSW
56 mins ago

Mr Reid's father said the family were overjoyed at the court's decision.

90 minutes over: Aussie arrested for visa overstay freed

ACT

The Sanur residence where Stephen Richardson's body was found.

Bali death mystery: 'Weird things' at fatal scene in villa

A appeal against Brisbane City Council's Grace on Coronation approval has been dismissed.

Court dismisses appeal against 'champagne flutes'

QLD

SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES - MARCH 17: John Howard arrives at the Memorial Service for Bill Leak at Sydney Town Hall on ...

John Howard backs in Turnbull, Morrison over tax on big banks

Live
Stephanie Peatling

'I'm not saying no to Gary': Treasurer reveals personal struggle

ANALYSIS
Michael Gordon

Inland Rail a long-held dream - but does it deserve $10 billion?

Australia's Immigration Minister Peter Dutton.

Peter Dutton sprays Fairfax journalists over strike

Adam Gartrell
3 mins ago

Labor education spokeswoman Tanya Plibersek says it is unfair to ask students to pay more for a degree

'It's pathetic': Labor to oppose Turnbull's university changes

Matthew Knott

Barnaby Joyce says people 'can't go to work if you are smashed or drugged'.

Government to profile drug users for welfare trial

Judith Ireland

Treasurer Scott Morrison addressed the National Press Club in the Great Hall at Parliament House in Canberra on ...

'They don't like you': Morrison warns big banks to absorb new tax

James Comey was leading an investigation into links between Donald Trump and Russia when he was sacked.

James Comey firing: What we know so far

1 hr ago

South Korea's new President Moon Jae-In.

New South Korean president wants to talk to North Korea

Kirsty Needham

A demonstrator holds a sign that reads "This is not OK" during a protest outside the White House in Washington, DC.

Protesters gather in front of the White House

President Donald Trump meets with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, right, at the White House in Washington.

Trump meets Russia foreign minister amid Comey controversy

Dale Thomas was an important contributor in Carlton's win over Collingwood last weekend

Carlton eyes enticing list of free agents, including Nat Fyfe

Caroline Wilson
Caroline Wilson

"It's an embarrassment to the government": Tasmanian senator Jacqui Lambie.

Why don't our politicians submit to drug testing?

COMMENT
Jacqui Lambie

Michael Walters.

Pavlich's gaffe was a 'joke' but where was the punch line?

COMMENT
Brendan Foster

Total sales in the three months to March 31 were down 3.3 per cent to $653 million.

Myer shares fall as store closures hit sales

Patrick Hatch
1 hr ago

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Markets Live: Investors discount retailers

Live
Patrick Commins and Jens Meyer
1 min ago

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How to know when working from home works for you

Nicole Coomber
4 mins ago

Dangerous circumstances: The Trump "reflation rally" on global markets is driven by mere prospect rather than anything ...

Will FBI chief's sacking end up rocking markets?

Ambrose Evans-Pritchard

Bianca 'demonised' for being a young job-seeker

Anna Patty

Snap shares tumble after results disappoint

ANALYSIS

Sydney workers allegedly paid $10 an hour

Anna Patty

Quintis loses the winning formula

CBD
Colin Kruger, CBD

Sting and Trudie Styler (pictured at the Oscars) are selling their huge New York penthouse.

Very un-rock star: Sting's NYC penthouse is selling for $76m

No matter the frame, rotate your mattress monthly.

How you could be ruining your mattress without realising it

More supply is just one part of the housing push with a raft of initiatives rolled out in the 2017/2018 federal budget.

Federal budget 2017: Five housing changes you need to know about

You don’t need to be a duke or duchess to move into England's smallest castle.

The tiny castle that costs less than an average Sydney house

Can smart home technology help combat environmental issues and our ageing population? The experts say yes.

The unexpected benefits of living in a smart home

The Mercedes-Maybach S600 will hand over $89,641 in luxury car tax.

Luxury car tax revenue set to increase as government cashes in

Cars
1 hr ago

Cyclist.

A radical new idea to improve drivers' attitude to cyclists

On Your Bike

Illustration John Shakespeare

Few clear-cut winners from 2017 budget

John Collett

Bianca Barnard, 17, is battling to find work in a tough job market.

Will the federal budget help young job seekers?

Anna Patty

The barista who made your coffee today is probably university-educated and cannot find a career job.

How much of your job is ripe for automation?

COMMENT
Tony Featherstone

Judy Sahay says there are ways to reach customers beyond social media.

How to reach people not on social media

COMMENT
Alexandra Cain

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Australian soldier killed in training exercise

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Iraqi boys recount horrors of IS captivity

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Australian who overstayed US visa released from jail

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James Comey fired: the key events

Illustration: Andrew Dyson

Best of Fairfax cartoons, May 11

1 hr ago

twin peaks stan

It is happening again. The new Twin Peaks premieres 22 May. Only on Stan.

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Brand new season of Billions - now streaming. Only on Stan.

Understanding your toddler's fine motor skills

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Wander through ancient landscapes in WA

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Wentworth Miller plays Michael Scofield in TV series <i>Prison Break</i>.

Wentworth Miller goes behind bars (again)

Michael Idato

Johnny Depp in a scene from the film Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest
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Aussie Pirates crew reveal 'train wreck' Depp's antics on set

Rob Moran
1 hr ago

<i>Seven Year Switch US</i>.

generic holding hands, outdoor, gown, hands, ceremony, bride, two people with others, ...

Relationship shows are the most audacious versions of 'reality' TV

COMMENT
Debi Enker
55 mins ago

David Beckham arrives at the 6th Biennial UNICEF Ball.

Golden balls makes stony performance in King Arthur movie

Robbie Collin

Robert Miles.

Tributes flow for Children hitmaker Robert Miles

Opening night attraction: Warwick Thornton in the provocative documentary <i>We Don't Need A Map</i>

Sydney Film Festival to open with provocative Southern Cross film

Garry Maddox

A Today viewer doesn't believe the Block of Cash call was completely random.

Channel Nine denies 'scam' after Today gives away $130k

Aja Styles

Jessica Chastain.

The Zookeeper's Wife's cuteness jars against Nazi genocide

Jake Wilson

The multi-faceted winery Aravina Estate in Yallingup is one of WA's best.

One of WA's most-loved wineries is up for sale

David Prestipino

The colour of the Claret Ash trees is spectacular.

'Mind-blowing' photos of Claret Ash trees

Tim Carrier

British gastropub Mayfair Lane is spot on for style, substance and value.

Mayfair Lane brings the wow back to West Perth

David Prestipino

It's important to teach children that "boredom" is a normal state of human emotions.

Fidget spinners detract from the value of children experiencing boredom

Victoria Prooday
7 mins ago

Paris also appeared in a video for the magazine, where she dissected her favourite trends of the 2000s.

The seven weirdest bits of Paris Hilton's very weird new interview

Mary Ward
1 hr ago

Mother's Day should be about your kids showing off the skills and values you have instilled in them.

The minimum standards for doing Mother's Day right

COMMENT
Kelly Cooper

Pip Edwards poses for Good Weekend.

How Pip Edwards sold Bondi to the world

Jenna Clarke

Nicole Kidman, left, and Keith Urban arrive at the 52nd annual Academy of Country Music Awards at the T-Mobile Arena on ...

Nicole Kidman, Jesinta Franklin put wedding dresses on display

Are young women afraid to be public about their actual achievements?

The word 'adulting' is gross. It's also sexist.

COMMENT
Jessica Grose

Enough of the basic body lotions and candles. Your mum deserves gifts that reflect her personality.

Beauty gifts for the non-basic mum in your life

Natalie Reilly

The internet is digging Obama's new relaxed aesthetic.

The internet is here for Obama's deeply unbuttoned shirt

Emily Heil

Four cups of coffee a day pose no health risk, but there are things to keep in mind.

'Safe' not 'good': Four cups of coffee daily may not be healthy

Sarah Berry

Salt: Not such thirsty work.

A new take on salt: it makes you hungry, not thirsty

GINA KOLATA
19 mins ago

Apps have the right idea but do they work?

Australians cautioned over mental health apps

Sarah Berry

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How some grandparents are putting their grandkids at risk

Connie Johnson and her family.

'My pain will be over, theirs will just be beginning'

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Welcome to parenthood, sorry but you are no longer 'cool'

Baked chicken polpette.

Yoghurt isn't just for breakfast. Add a dollop to these 21 dishes

Miso soup is an early morning pick-me-up in Japan.

Pork belly stew and spicy chicken miso: 55 new-school soup recipes

Stephen's cruffins are stuffed with cream fillings.

Forget cereal: How they eat breakfast around the world

The crew in their rest area on board a Boeing 777.

Inside the secret cabin crew rest area on long-haul planes

Allred's Restaurant in Telluride, US: Warm atmosphere, friendly service, fabulous mountain views.

World's second-best: 50 great restaurants you can get a table at

What will a plane toilet be like after 17 hours in the air?

Letters: How bad will toilets be on non-stop flights to London?

170525-N-PO203-054 CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. (Apr. 25, 2017) A unmanned vehicle, part of the Multi-Utility Tactical ...

US Navy shows off new machine gun robot

Satya Nadella, chief executive officer of Microsoft, at the company's Build Conference.

Microsoft video tools take fight to Google

<i>Mario Kart</i> is even bigger and better on the Switch.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch is series' greatest entry yet

1 hr ago

GoPro Karma Mk2: this time it stays in the air.

GoPro's drone stays in the sky this time

Barbara Feldon's Agent 99 in <i>Get Smart</i> (here with Don Adams) led the way in secret spy devices.

Sneaky phone chargers that hide in plain sight

Updated 2017 BMW 2-Series.

Updated BMW 2-Series revealed

Greg Kable

Renault says demand for cars will continue to grow.

Renault: Rise of robo-taxis won't slow global car sales

Jessica Shankleman

2017 Range Rover Evoque Landmark Special Edition. 2017 Range Rover Evoque Landmark Edition.

Evoque Landmark Edition revealed

Dom Tripolone

2007 Dodge Avenger.

Was this Dodge's worst car?

David Morley

All-new 2017 Civic hatchback 2017 Honda Civic hatch.

ANCAP disappointed by Civic safety

David McCowen

2017 McLaren 720S.

Is this the ultimate supercar?

Tony Davis

Midfield masterstroke: Michael Walters.

Walters midfield move was genius, says Lyon

26 mins ago

Carlton president Mark LoGiudice announcing Malthouseâs sacking.

Blues face $1 million black hole as sponsor pulls out

Caroline Wilson

Dale Thomas was an important contributor in Carlton's win over Collingwood last weekend

Carlton eyes enticing list of free agents, including Nat Fyfe

Sergio Ramos celebrates Real's victory.

Real through to Champions League final

Standing firm: David Warner is one of several top Australian players that Cricket Australia would like to skip the IPL.

CA offers multi-year deals in bid for players to skip IPL

Chris Barrett

Nick Kyrgios plays a backhand in his match against Ryan Harrison of USA during day five of the Mutua Madrid Open.

Nick Kyrgios sets up Madrid meeting with Nadal

Glenn Cullen and Paul Johnson

Lachie Neale was once considered too slow for the AFL.

Slow Docker Neale proves AFL doubters wrong

Michael Apeness has suffered another knee injury.

Unlucky Dockers forward to miss rest of AFL season