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Police
Officers spat at in water park fracas as youths threaten more to come
Police are appealing to members of the public for footage of an out of control gathering north of Perth on Monday.
- by Hannah Barry
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Australian Open
Player quits after coughing fit as tennis stars struggle to breathe through smoky Australian Open qualifiers
Tennis Australia is holding firm on its hazardous air quality policy as bushfire smoke interrupted the first day of Australian Open qualifiers and day one of the Kooyong Classic, with one player collapsing.
- by Anthony Colangelo
What's good down south: 12 new places to eat and drink before summer's over
If you're heading to our beautiful South West these summer holidays, here's a selection of some of the new places worth visiting.
- by David Prestipino
Hot property: Perth's top selling suburbs and the ones to watch
Last year it took 39 days on average for a house to sell in Wembley, the quickest in the Perth metro area.
- by Hamish Hastie
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Claremont killer trial LIVE: Homicide detective reveals 'pure act of compassion' carried out during Jane's post-mortem
Forensic officer Barry Mott, who attended both the crime scenes of Jane Rimmer and Ciara Glennon, and played a key part in the collection of some of the state's crucial exhibits will be cross-examined by Bradley Edwards' defence team today.
- by Heather McNeill
Search under way for Rottnest Island chef last seen on New Year's Eve
Gary Martin Ablett was last seen on December 31 when he was working as a chef on Rottnest Island.
- by Hannah Barry
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Climate policy
Business Council of Australia hits back as pressure mounts on climate change
The nation's top business lobby group has defended its stance on climate change amid rising discontent within the corporate sector
- by Dominic Powell and Simon Johanson
Yongah Hill detainees protest over claims of rotten food and poor conditions
A detainee claimed the Yongah Hill doctor had stopped giving out necessary medication and refused to renew detainee prescriptions.
- by Emma Young and Hannah Barry
Scorchers stranded: Home team left high and dry while visitors kick back
Fresh from notching a third straight Big Bash win, the Perth Scorchers have their backs to the wall to continue the streak after their flight home was cancelled.
- by David Prestipino
Claremont serial killer trial
Doctor who examined distressed rape victim recalls her injuries
- by Heather McNeill
Defence begins cross-examination of crime scene forensic supervisor
Today defence lawyer Paul Yovich will likely begin his cross-examination of the forensic supervisor who oversaw the examination and removal of Jane Rimmer and Ciara Glennon's bodies from their bush graves.
- by Heather McNeill
Defence continues to question crime scene police about possible contamination
The trial of Bradley Edwards has moved onto the police and forensic officers who attended the crime scenes where Jane Rimmer and Ciara Glennon's bodies were discovered with the defence looking to uncover potential opportunities for contamination.
- by Heather McNeill
Western Australia
'Hardworking couple who fell in love with Perth' killed in horror crash
Eduardo and Danielle were returning from a trip to Margaret River when their car flipped, leaving their four children orphaned.
- by Hannah Barry
Joint venture scores $400 million Rio contract in WA
The $1 billion project will mine existing and new deposits, plus construct a new crusher and 13-kilometre conveyor.
- by Hamish Hastie
WA tourism boom expected as new flights take off in 2020
It's suggested just one daily international direct flight can deliver an additional $70 million to the state.
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Tokyo trade commissioner misses $500,000 debt deadline, lawyers swoop
Attorney General John Quigley said Mr Peacock planned to sell his Tokyo property to repay the state.
- by Hannah Barry
WA uni drops damages claim against academic 'whistleblower'
The news comes days after the university cut ties with the student recruitment agency the academic exposed.
- by Lauren Pilat
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Politics
'Dystopian future': Climate change to force review of military's role
Climate change poses "a major security challenge for Australia" that experts warn could rapidly stretch the capability of the military.
- by Peter Hannam
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Bushfires
Higher prices for food, but supermarkets warned to help farmers
- by David Crowe and Angus Livingston
Business
Bushfire haze disrupting flights? Some are turning to private jets
Private jet startup Airly says inquiries in December increased 35 per cent on last year.
- by Cara Waters
World
Model Gigi Hadid summoned for jury duty in Weinstein rape trial
The model said she had met the producer before, but said she could remain impartial if selected.
- by Brendan Pierson
Opinion
Spiro who? A look at the 'Trump before Trump'
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Property bydomain
Three easy ways to keep pests out of your home this summer
Aside from cleaning up, there are a lot of options to deter creepy crawlies from making your home their own - without spraying everything with chemicals.
- by Kate Bartels
Strategies property investors can use to lower your tax bill
The way an investment property is owned can affect the amount of tax that needs to be paid. These are some methods that can help avoid paying too much.
- by Alexandra Cain
Life & Culture
Staring at seagulls might protect your chips but it won’t stop them nesting on roofs
A UK researcher found British herring gulls are less likely to snatch your food if you look directly at them. But will that method work in Australia?
- by Jewel Topsfield
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Sport
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Australian Open
Australian Open matches could be postponed due to smoke
Australian Open organisers will not hesitate to postpone matches at the grand slam should Melbourne's bushfire smoke haze be deemed too hazardous to play in.
- by Anthony Colangelo
After more than two decades on tour, Federer is again raring to go
He's done it all, including racking up 20 grand slams, but the hunger is still there for Roger Federer as he embarks on another Australian Open.
- by Scott Spits
Just as Australia had fallen in love with the ATP Cup, Nadal wants it gone
While Rafael Nadal expressed his distaste for the ATP Cup, Aussie tennis fans lapped it up, with 220,319 people walking through Ken Rosewall Arena during the tournament.
- by Sarah Keoghan
Stoinis breaks BBL record as Stars tighten grip on top spot
WA all-rounder Marcus Stoinis destroyed the Sixers' attack to break the record for the BBL's highest individual score.
- by Daniel Cherny
Players keen to make AFL broadcast more 'valuable'
Footballers understand pressures facing broadcasters and are open to innovation, as attention turns to a new contract.
- by Jon Pierik
Smith secures Masters berth after Hawaii breakthrough
Rising Aussie golfer pockets $1.7m for his first solo PGA Tour win and moves to fifth in the FedEx Cup standings.
Back-to-back: Australians eye rare ODI feat in India
Australia could become just the second touring team to win back-to-back ODI series in India this century.
- by Scott Bailey
Have Your Say
Federer suggests Barty adopt a 'different mindset'
Roger Federer has given an insight into the approach Ashleigh Barty may need to adopt now she is the hunted over the hunter.
