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‘They’ve come for me’: Palmer’s High Court challenge against WA over $28 billion claim begins
The mining billionaire is representing himself in the high stakes constitutional challenge, which, if successful, could plunge WA into mass debt.
Government bars Senate bid for inquiry into Porter’s suitability to be a minister
A push for an inquiry into Christian Porter’s fitness to be a minister has been stopped by the government’s unusual move to prevent a senator from introducing a bill.
WA’s top cop defends accessing SafeWA data during Nick Martin murder investigation
Critics have accused Chris Dawson of being short-sighted and undermining the public’s confidence in the app, which has the potential to save lives if another outbreak occurred in WA.
Nuance out the window with Australia’s house divided on China relations
It is jarring to see the WA Premier so starkly at odds with a growing global alignment of friendly nations when it comes to addressing China.
Roberts-Smith feared media would ‘intercept’ phone calls
The former special forces soldier told his Federal Court defamation trial that a family friend bought him a prepaid phone to speak to former comrades.
Analysis
Defamation
Ben Roberts-Smith case about to change register as cross-examination begins
The highly decorated ex-soldier has given his account of his actions in war and with his former girlfriend. The real grilling is likely to start on Thursday.
‘A good bet?’: Gas firms grilled on growth as world decarbonises
Australia’s big oil and gas companies are facing more forceful questions from investors about the merits of multibillion-dollar expansion projects.
Opinion
Indigenous culture
Dark Emu debate highlights problems with labels
If the controversy over Bruce Pascoe’s Dark Emu has revealed one thing, it’s that labels like ‘farmer’ and ‘hunter-gatherer’ have impeded our understanding of the Australian past.
Ben Wilkie
New COVID case in Sydney’s east, authorities investigate possible hotel leak
The man in his 60s, who visited a number of locations at Bondi Junction and Vaucluse, is NSW’s first COVID-19 case in 40 days.
Analysis
Science
We probably should have been wearing masks the whole time
Before the pandemic, I thought wearing a face mask was a little strange. I now think those people were right, and I was both wrong and ignorant.
Updated
Victoria
Victorian restrictions to ease from Thursday night after three new cases recorded
Coronavirus restrictions will ease in Victoria from Thursday night. Masks will no longer be required outdoors, Melbourne’s 25km travel limit will be removed and visitors will be allowed in the home.
Analysis
Trade deals
Cheap whisky with a Hobnob on the side: What does the Australia-UK free trade deal mean for you?
Whisky, biscuits and even cars could be cheaper under the free trade deal.
Hungary bans all LGBTQ information in schools, children’s books, TV
The European nation has made it a crime to show portrayals of homosexuality or gender fluidity to minors, as the far right PM prepares for next year’s election.
Opinion
AFL 2021
Right goal, wrong method: How Hocking, not Mackay, crossed the line
The decision to charge David Mackay for his alleged bump and send him to the tribunal is a signal by Steve Hocking that he and the AFL want to recalibrate what has long been considered “incidental contact”.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Millennials plough their savings into cryptocurrency
One-in-five millennials – those aged between 25 and 40 – now own cryptocurrency but investment professionals warn against making short-sighted decisions based on Fear Of Missing Out.
Colourful businessman Geoffrey Edelsten remembered at small, simple funeral
After a life lived in the headlines, flamboyant businessman Geoffrey Edelsten’s death was marked with a subdued, small and simple funeral at a Melbourne cemetery.
Western Australia
‘Let them stay’: Supporters rally as Tamil family reunites at Perth hospital
A crowd of dozens of supporters chanted “let them stay” as Nades Murugappan and his daughter Kopica arrived in Perth under the watchful eye of border officials on Tuesday.
Kerry Stokes’ controversial stint on War Memorial board to be extended
The media mogul, whose position as chairman has become increasingly controversial, has been reappointed as a member of the council of the Australian War Memorial.
Strike ends in clash with police outside WA defence contractor
About 100 workers from BAE Systems gathered outside the Australian Marine Complex at 5am on Tuesday to protest the use of contractors at the company and pay, with enterprise negotiations ongoing since July 2020.
McKechnie reappointment ‘tainted’ by efforts to get him there, opposition says
Legislation will be introduced this week to allow John McKechnie to be reappointed as Corruption and Crime Commissioner without the agreement of a parliamentary joint standing committee.
Oil and gas players hit back at Andrew Forrest over climate criticism
Andrew Forrest took aim at Santos’ development of the Barossa gas field off Australia’s northern coast, and Woodside’s $16 billion Scarborough and Pluto LNG expansion project.
Politics
Dutton defamation case not among court’s ‘biggest’ cases, judge says
A Federal Court judge presiding over a Twitter defamation case brought by Defence Minister Dutton has ordered the parties to attend mediation in person.
Business
Exclusive
ABC
‘Too inner-city focused’: Buttrose defends plans to move 300 ABC staff to Parramatta
The ABC has announced a plan to relocate staff in a push to become more relevant to its audience.
World
A much thinner Kim warns of food shortages, longer COVID lockdown
Pandemic conditions and crop damage could be aligning for a perfect famine storm. Meanwhile, Kim’s health is the subject of speculation again.
Opinion
Explore
Property bydomain
How to find and keep the best tenants for your investment property
Attracting the right tenants for your investment property is always a challenge, but there are things you can do to keep them there longer.
Before and after: 8 homes that will have you wanting to renovate
Whether you're looking for a renovated gem, or inspiration for your own project, here are some new and improved properties that are on the market.
Life & Culture
Exclusive
Political leadership
‘It sent a message’: Julie Bishop just got her own Barbie doll
As a child, the former foreign minister played with a Jackie Kennedy doll. Now, she has been honoured with one in her own image.
Sport
Opinion
AFL 2021
Right goal, wrong method: How Hocking, not Mackay, crossed the line
The decision to charge David Mackay for his alleged bump and send him to the tribunal is a signal by Steve Hocking that he and the AFL want to recalibrate what has long been considered “incidental contact”.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Young gun’s Olympic dream looked over. Now he’s on his way to Tokyo
After a disqualification at the Olympic swimming trials, Zac Incerti was shattered. Hours later, he was back on the blocks ready for the race of his life.
Updated
Australian cricket
Cricketers told to put country before franchise after mass tour withdrawals
David Warner, Steve Smith, Pat Cummins and Glenn Maxwell have withdrawn from Australia’s upcoming tours of the West Indies and Bangladesh in a big disruption to the team’s T20 World Cup plans.
United trade home court for home return as grand final will start in Perth
Melbourne United will face Perth Wildcats in the NBL Grand Final series after coming back from 17 points down to beat South East Melbourne Phoenix in their semi-final decider on Tuesday night.
Analysis
Matildas
Matildas took a small step forward against Sweden, but needed to take a giant stride
The Matildas ended their losing streak with an improved performance against Sweden but they look a long way from Olympic medal contenders.
‘How hard is it to get on a flight?’: Robinson slams Radley for drunken incident
Roosters coach Trent Robinson launched a stunning rebuke of one of his players, saying Victor Radley needs to “act like a man in public”.
McKeon cleared for take-off after blistering 100m freestyle heat
Cate Campbell has been the face of the 100m freestyle in Australia but Emma McKeon has mounted a major challenge with the fastest global swim since 2019.
Have Your Say
The one week of the season when rugby league learns to love
The Beanie for Brain Cancer Round is a reminder of the good rugby league can be when it isn’t so consumed with self-interest.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
