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Coronavirus LIVE: More than 660 Australians in hospital, 39 on ventilators
Across Australia, there have been 3152 people diagnosed with COVID-19 in the last seven days. But Deputy Chief Medical Officer Michael Kidd has given us one number of take comfort in – to date 12,000 Australians have recovered from the virus.
- by Marissa Calligeros
Skills-hungry miners predict 8000 more workers needed in WA over next 18 months
Workforce modelling by the Chamber of Minerals and Energy of WA predicted hot demand for trades, technicians, supervisors, and safety and medical support services.
- by Hamish Hastie
Rogue Afghan soldier who killed Diggers set to be released
The Prime Minister has appealed directly to the US President expressing Australia’s concerns about releasing a rogue Afghan soldier who murdered three Australians.
- by Anthony Galloway
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Child abuse
Pandemic's hidden fallout: Lockdown linked to jump in child abuse material arrests
There are concerns coronavirus lockdown measures could have a role in a jump in arrests over child abuse material in Western Australia in recent months.
- by Marta Pascual Juanola
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Infrastructure
Freo Port could close by 2032 as McGowan inches closer to new Kwinana harbour
Fremantle Port could be consigned to the dustbin of history by 2032 under an option being considered by the state government.
- by Nathan Hondros and Hamish Hastie
Who is Jimmy Lai, the media tycoon arrested in Hong Kong raid?
From being smuggled from the mainland on a fishing boat at the age of 12, to founding the Giordano empire and Apple Daily, there was no stopping Lai.
- by Farah Master
Opinion
Education
Words fail me: phonics test just the latest assault on children's minds
Let's ignore research and well-tested outcomes. Because we're sure we can come up with something better based on an education minister's whim.
- by Susan Williams
Four years on, Australian Ninja Warrior is a ratings winner. Why?
In a TV landscape where streaming options are abundant to the point of overwhelming, why are so many of us watching the reality sports competition?
- by Robert Moran
The tracksuit as a pandemic status symbol? Yes, but not just any tracksuit
While everyone has been in the mood to slip into loungewear and ride out the lockdown, fashion followers know it's got to be matched, or nothing.
- by Melissa Singer
Western Australia
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Mental health
Chief psychiatrist to review case of Perth teenager who died moments after appointment
Kate's mother spoke out after her daughter suffered critical injuries on Albany Highway just moments after leaving an appointment with the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service.
- by Daile Cross
Anne Aly: 'God, how the f--- did I get here?'
The first Muslim woman elected to federal Parliament discusses her mother's sex talk, and why she hates the politics of politics.
- by Benjamin Law
Juukan Gorge traditional owners condemn Rio Tinto after inquiry reveals blast could have been avoided
The traditional owners of the land where 46,000-year-old Aboriginal rock shelters were destroyed reveal their anguish after learning about the ‘dysfunctional’ process that led to the blast.
- by Hamish Hastie
Third swimmer in one week injured by humpback whales off Exmouth coast
The tour group was snorkelling near a coral reef when a humpback whale and her calf approached.
- by Marta Pascual Juanola and Renae Henry
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Energy
Gorgon inspection notice could see entire plant switched off
The notices could have serious implications for the ongoing operation of the Gorgon LNG plant if severe issues are found with the heat exchangers, which carry highly explosive propane.
- by Hamish Hastie
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Politics
PM recommends war hero Teddy Sheean for Victoria Cross
Scott Morrison will recommend Australian Edward "Teddy" Sheean be posthumously award the nation's highest military honour for his heroic actions in World War II.
- by Anthony Galloway and Rob Harris
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Superannuation
Industry super funds pressure government to reform tax, prioritise affordable housing
- by Jennifer Duke
Business
ASIC drops investigation into former AMP chairman Catherine Brenner
The former ASX-listed director says she is looking forward to resuming her life in corporate Australia.
- by Sarah Danckert
Wall Street pours cold water on Trump's economic aid plan
- by Eric Martin and Maeve Sheehey
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As it happened: Banks fuel 1.8% ASX surge to three-week high
- by Alex Druce and Lucy Battersby
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Hong Kong protests
Hong Kong police raid major news organisation, arrest billionaire owner
Up to 200 Hong Kong police have marched into one of the city's only independent newsrooms and arresting its owner Jimmy Lai on national security charges.
- by Eryk Bagshaw
Opinion
Welcome to Victoria, the State of Complaint
Shaun Carney
Columnist for The Age and Sydney Morning Herald
We should stop taking our lead from the US and China
Amanda Vanstone
Former Howard government minister
Unmasking the mask, from Greek theatre to facial fad
Elizabeth Farrelly
Columnist, author, architecture critic and essayist
Australia is a minion in the global vaccine arms race
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age
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Clive Palmer quietly adds another $5m house to his compound
The embattled former politician is creating a massive riverfront compound for himself, having dropped $17.5 million on three neighbouring properties.
- by Ellen Lutton
New survey reveals the surprising sleep habits of Australians
Only 5 per cent of participants said they got the recommended eight hours of sleep or more, with the most common hours of sleep being five hours.
- by Kate Bartels
Life & Culture
Powerhouse Perth Ninja Warrior couple steel themselves for grand final challenge
Western Australia’s powerhouse Ninja Warrior couple Olivia Vivian and Ben Polson have fought their way to the grand final of this year’s season, taking on new challenges – and each other – in their quest to be crowned the nation’s best.
- by Adam Di Tullio
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Sport
Eagles storm home after bright start by the Blues
They overcame a scare against Carlton on Sunday, but West Coast continues to bank important wins ahead of an inevitable return to hub life outside of Western Australia.
- by Brad Elborough
Pickett's forward thinking helps Dees overrun the Roos
Coach Simon Goodwin has bemoaned his side's poor midfield-to-forward connection, but Kysaiah Pickett provided a key link as Melbourne romped home over North to claim a 57-point victory.
- by Anthony Colangelo
Verstappen eclipses Hamilton to win 70th Anniversary Grand Prix
Red Bull's Max Verstappen won Formula One's 70th Anniversary Grand Prix at Silverstone on Sunday to end Mercedes' winning run.
- by Alan Baldwin
'It’s right there': Day sets stage for big PGA Championship finish
Former winner Jason Day has taken heart from remaining in contention despite what he described as a "poor" round at the PGA Championship in California.
- by Doug Ferguson
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AFL 2020
Tigers apologise after groping claims, Saint also sorry for another incident
Two premiership Tigers have admitted to "unacceptable" behaviour and apologised amid allegations they had groped a teammate.
- by Jon Pierik
'The words of cowards': Ward sent death threats after staging controversy
The AFL community has rallied around veteran Callan Ward after he said he had received death threats from angry fans.
- by Andrew Wu
Giants reel in big lead to run down Bombers
Former GWS skipper Callan Ward appeared to feign head-high contact to win a free kick that sealed a stirring four-point win against Essendon on Friday night.
- by Vince Rugari
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4 Points: Resurgent Port fly promising flag
Win over reigning premiers proved Port Adelaide are the real deal; Moves afoot on grand final host; No awards for staging theatrics; Cat out of the bag.
