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China rocket debris lands in ocean, draws NASA criticism
The co-ordinates given by state media on Sunday, citing the China Manned Space Engineering Office, put the point of impact in the ocean, west of the Maldives archipelago.
Lions rev engines with comfortable win over Dockers
The Brisbane Lions kept in their comfort zone to claim victory over the Fremantle Dockers at the Gabba.
Opinion
Geelong Cats
Four Points: The undersold Chris Scott, middle finger to the AFL, and the joy of Eddie Betts
Despite his superb winning rate as Geelong coach, Chris Scott gets undersold by Geelong people, and opposition fans alike. He deserves more recognition.
Michael Gleeson
Sports columnist
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Hawthorn
West Coast record first away win of 2021 over Hawthorn
Hawthorn trailed by 33 points early in the third term against the Eagles, who were desperate for a win on the road. Instead of roping the visitors in, the margin extended through a third quarter where the Hawks needed to make a charge.
Exclusive
Federal budget
Pandemic will help make stage 3 tax cuts cheaper
The stage 3 tax cuts were originally estimated to cost at least $19 billion a year. But they are getting cheaper.
Opinion
Money Makeover
I invested in shares for the first time this week: here’s how I did it
Hundreds of thousands of Aussies are dipping their toe into the sharemarket for the first time. Here’s how to join the investing revolution.
Jessica Irvine
Senior economics writer
‘There are other markets’: Business leaders call for trade diversity amid China tensions
Business leaders have called on the federal government to work through differences to establish a healthier relationship with our largest trading partner.
Opinion
Education
My private boys’ school nurtured my non-conformist spirit, but it delayed some hard lessons
Had I had more exposure to women during my adolescence I might have developed far more respect for them at an earlier age.
Evan Hughes
Researcher
Which is better: single-sex or co-ed schools?
With many single-sex schools looking to move into the co-educational field we look at the pros and cons.
Opinion
Pop culture
The only thing worse than Point Break? Keanu Reeves’ acting in it
As with many surfers passing their peak, the film is still acting the teenager, more ludicrous with each year.
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
India’s daily COVID-19 deaths near record, calls for nationwide lockdown mount
India’s COVID-19 deaths rose by more than 4000 for a second consecutive day on Sunday as calls for a nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of the virus mounted.
Opinion
Opinion
Let’s drop the term ‘patient zero’, for history’s sake
The media needs to report on the pandemic without inciting blame and encouraging condemnation.
Joshua Badge and Emil Cañita
‘Minimal help, maximum hype’: Single parents housing package criticised for helping only a ‘handful’
A Morrison government initiative to allow single parents to buy a home with a 2 per cent deposit has met a lukewarm welcome.
The unexpected stimulus: How the closed border helped save the economy
When the pandemic hit, Australians were barred from leaving the country. With nowhere to go, would-be travellers have become pivotal to this year’s budget.
Exclusive
Renewables
Labor mulls supersizing paid parental leave scheme
With all eyes on Josh Frydenberg’s Tuesday federal budget, Labor is war-gaming how it will respond to the government’s offering.
Western Australia
Explainer
Emissions
It locks away pollution 30 times faster than forest, and northern WA is its hotspot. So what is blue carbon?
Shy dugongs, sea turtles and ancient microbes are all found among our seagrasses and mangroves. Why are politicians interested in these ocean meadows now?
Another day of chaos at Perth hospitals as pressure in ED ramps up
Nine ambulances were waiting to offload patients outside Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital on Friday afternoon, with the ED operating beyond capacity.
More than 19,000 WA households in need but only one affordable home
Since the moratorium on rental evictions wrapped up at the end of March, service providers have been inundated with calls for help every week.
McGowan urges Morrison to mend China relationship as row continues
China suspended diplomatic contact with the Australian government under the China-Australia Strategic Economic Dialogue on Thursday.
WA restrictions ease, but masks to remain in some situations
Masks will remain mandatory on public transport and at events or venues with more than 1000 people, WA Premier Mark McGowan announced on Thursday.
Politics
Dole numbers fall even as JobKeeper ends
Economists feared a drop in employment with the end of the JobKeeper subsidy, but the number of people needing support has actually fallen.
Business
Business leaders call for trade diversity amid China tensions
Business leaders have called on the federal government to work through differences to establish a healthier relationship with our largest trading partner.
World
‘Basically the Titanic’: Republicans expected to oust Trump critic Liz Cheney
Cheney is under fire as a party leader because of her repeated criticism of ex-president Donald Trump’s lie that the 2020 election was stolen.
Opinion
Going for gold: RBA urges government to go faster, higher, stronger
Shane Wright
Senior economics correspondent
We’re not talking footy, we’re playing it
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
Explore
Property bydomain
How much extra you need to save in a booming property market
Hopeful buyers needed to have been putting away an additional four-figures a week this year to keep up with the market and maintain a 20 per cent deposit.
This couple converted a $15,000 bus into their first home
Despite the transformation job being one of the hardest things the duo have ever done, they are now living their dream life on the road.
Life & Culture
The Hemsworths hit peak Byron Bay with their White Party
It appears when you invite a Hemsworth to your party, an entire village of shiny, perfect, rich people turn up.
Sport
Kennett wants Mitchell to coach ‘one day’ but no guarantees
Jeff Kennett has staked out Hawthorn’s position on Sam Mitchell succeeding Alastair Clarkson: Kennett would like Mitchell to coach in the future but there are no guarantees.
Barty finally loses on clay as Sabalenka claims crown
The world no.1 had not lost in 16 matches on clay courts but Aryna Sabalenka overpowered Ash Barty to win the Madrid Open.
Updated
Collingwood
‘It’s better to win’, says relieved Buckley
Nathan Buckley says the Magpies’ only expectation of Jordan De Goey is that he works hard to get the best out of himself after his six-goal performance against the Kangaroos.
Method or madness: Teague's plan for Blues to kick goals
David Teague says his Blues are more suited to a high-scoring style. While it’s debatable if this philosophy can deliver finals success, there is one legendary coach backing him.
Demons dig deep to keep Swans at bay
There will come a point this year when long-suffering Melbourne fans allow themselves to dream. That moment cannot be too far away after the Demons held off a late challenge from Sydney.
‘The Games will go ahead’: Coates shuts down talk of Tokyo cancellation
IOC vice-president John Coates said there was no ‘hypotheticals’ being entertained as he backed a vaccine program plus health protocols to see Tokyo succeed.
Updated
Match report
Saints surge to put sting in dour contest and grab victory
Suffice to say this was no affair to remember. But for coach Brett Ratten, all that will count is the result: a nine-point win to the Saints, who had trailed for the vast majority of the match.
Have Your Say
Why the Wallabies are now favourites against France
A few months ago, I said Australia should not expect to win a match in their upcoming three-Test series against France. I’d like to retract those comments.
