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Coronavirus pandemic
WA starts testing wastewater as early warning system for undetected COVID-19
WA has started testing wastewater and sewerage for traces of undetected coronavirus after a process of extensive scientific preparation.
- by Nathan Hondros and Heather McNeill
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Parliament House
'Very humiliating': Alan Tudge's staffer says he was a bully who left her in tears
A former adviser to Population Minister Alan Tudge has lodged a formal complaint that alleges he engaged in workplace bullying and intimidation that left her "anxious and afraid".
- by David Crowe
Coronavirus vaccine leader began with a wild cancer research idea
The path toward a successful COVID-19 vaccine started more than a quarter of a century ago with a pair of German doctors and an idea.
- by Marissa Calligeros
Christian Porter labels ABC reporting 'unfair', but walks back legal threats
Christian Porter has rejected allegations aired by the ABC about an alleged incident with a woman at a Canberra bar.
- by Nathan Hondros
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Grinches and grandeur: Perth primary schools grapple with a COVID Christmas
Education Minister Sue Ellery says schools should aim to continue with their traditional events in a way that is COVID-safe. They should consult with parents about how to structure the events.
- by Daile Cross
Freo go-slow gets green light, but mayor Brad Pettitt wants to take it further
Main Roads WA has backed an application from the City of Fremantle to expand its 40km/h zone across three coastal suburbs.
- by Peter de Kruijff
'Mediation unlikely' in defamation case as Palmer, McGowan face off in court
The high-profile men are suing each other after hurling insults at one another through the media during a bitter battle over WA’s hard border.
- by Heather McNeill
Analysis
China relations
What's in it for them? China and Russia stay silent on US election
"They have the most to gain in terms of the US continuing to be distracted and continuing its own turmoil."
- by Eryk Bagshaw
'Nothing' is going to stop us: Biden calls Trump refusal 'an embarrassment'
Democrat Senator Chris Murphy called Trump's refusal to concede "an epidemic of delusion" as Biden asks for security briefings.
- by Matthew Knott
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Murdoch University
'A scam': Fears over increased outsourced learning at Murdoch University
Murdoch University is making students pay $1500 for outsourced online units some students have labelled a "money maker".
- by Aja Styles
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WA election
No challengers emerge as Harvey survives last pre-election party room meeting
Three politicians who have been named as possible leadership contenders said before the meeting Ms Harvey would take the party to the next election.
- by Peter de Kruijff
Home invasion in Perth's east ends with one stabbed, several in police custody
A man in his 30s has been taken to hospital with stab wounds after what's believed to have been a home invasion in an eastern suburb of Perth.
- by Lauren Pilat and Mia Egerton-Warburton
Liam Bartlett returns to Perth radio as talkback programs get shake-up
Promising to "help keep our decision-makers honest", Bartlett will take over the 9am timeslot.
- by Daile Cross
WA senator shakes off doubters with thumping Liberal preselection win
WA senator Dean Smith has shaken off doubters to win the second spot, behind Minister Michaelia Cash.
- by Nathan Hondros
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Politics
Albanese facing leadership unrest after 'almighty row' during meeting
Deep divisions within Labor over climate policy have triggered fresh unrest about Anthony Albanese's leadership.
- by Rob Harris
Business
Apple unveils first Macs that are designed to run like iPhones
Apple has released computers with the first Apple-designed microprocessor, called the M1, a move that will tie its Macs and iPhones closer together technologically.
- by Stephen Nellis
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Markets Live
ASX to rise despite mixed Wall St session; NASDAQ drops 1.4%
- by Alex Druce and Lucy Battersby
World
Trump's new 'Save America' fund could bankroll a 2024 campaign
Before the election, Trump told advisers, sometimes joking and other times not, that he might run again in 2024 if he lost to Biden. Now he's started a fund.
- by Maggie Haberman and Shane Goldmatcher
Bolsonaro calls halt of Brazil's Chinese vaccine trial a victory
- by Eduardo Simões and Roxanne Liu
How Trump’s refusal to concede affects Biden’s transition
- by Michael S. Schmidt, Julian E. Barnes and Zolan Kanno-Youngs
Opinion
Hey Joe, once you settle in, we need to talk about China
Chris Uhlmann
Nine News Political Editor
US pandemic carnage failed to infect Trump's vote
Shaun Ratcliff
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Property bydomain
Thinking of a tree change? There are a few things to know first
Many regional centres are welcoming the influx of remote workers but it's worth finding out a little about the local climate and customs before you move.
- by Melissa Heagney
This shed in Sydney has hit the market with a price guide of $1.6m
You know you're looking at Sydney real estate when a run-down shed with a price guide of $1.6 million has dozens of buyers eyeing it off.
- by Tawar Razaghi
Life & Culture
For your viewing pleasure: the best animal feeds from around the world
Research shows that watching them can make you happier, so here’s a list of 24/7 footage that will bring koalas, penguins and puppies straight to your screen.
- by Sara Aridi
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Media & marketing
US anchors cut Trump's conference. Would Aussies have done the same?
- by Michael Lallo and Broede Carmody
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Sport
How Dunkley, Treloar, Dogs and Dons can get done
The Bulldogs don't want to trade Josh Dunkley, but Adam Treloar is an option that can help make it happen and deliver Dunkley to the Dons.
- by Jake Niall
Treloar does medical at Dogs, Stephenson talks with North
Collingwood midfielder Adam Treloar has done a medical at the Western Bulldogs while teammate Jaidyn Stephenson has met with North Melbourne as he considers his future.
- by Michael Gleeson and Sam McClure
Opinion
Real Footy Podcast
From a hypothetical to a very real prospect'
Jake Niall and Peter Ryan discuss the latest in trade news, including Adam Treloar's medical with the Western Bulldogs.
Kohli's early exit sets scene for 'fiery' first Test
The man who presided over Australia's last success over India, Darren Lehmann is expecting a turbo-charged first Test that will take on extra importance given Virat Kohli's personal situation.
- by Andrew Wu
More surgery for Carlton young gun Charlie Curnow
Carlton's Charlie Curnow is set for more surgery on his troublesome right knee on Wednesday after sustaining a setback during his rehabilitation program last week.
- by Ronny Lerner
'I swore I wouldn't be back': Cambage talks Olympics, race and fertility
On the eve of a new WNBL season, Liz Cambage reflects on keeping her Tokyo dream alive.
- by Roy Ward
Tokyo Olympic officials talk of test events early next year
Tokyo Olympics organisers on Tuesday said they were encouraged by a gymnastics meet over the weekend and are now ready to hold test events early next year.
Have Your Say
Chris Barrett: Rugby's 'fantasy' TV deal puts the wind back in game's sails
The sport's relationship with Foxtel ended in a very rugby way - at a harbourside sailing club. But rugby's new alliance with Nine is otherwise uncharted waters.