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‘Extremely disappointed’: Fever claim Vixens ‘refused’ to travel to Perth
The round-eight clash between the Fever and Vixens was called off after three Vixens players were denied entry into WA because they had spent time in NSW during the bye round.
McGowan on board with PM’s Perth quarantine camp plan
The agreement likely means the WA Premier will stop pressuring the Commonwealth to open up federal facilities such as Curtin RAAF airbase or Christmas Island’s detention centre.
‘The target is zero’: WA resources industry united in apology to workplace sexual assault victims
The resources industry is having its ‘MeToo’ moment as the business world and politicians throw support behind an inquiry into the harassment of workers in mining and gas.
Motivational speaker accused of breaching WA quarantine to host seminar
Police allege the man conducted a speech south of Perth on the evening he arrived and had plans to host two further talks in Fremantle on Thursday and Friday.
‘A cover up’: Mother of Trinity student sexually assaulted by peers breaks silence
A mother whose teenage son was sexually abused by fellow students at one of Perth’s most prestigious private boys’ schools claims the school’s response was one of “silence and secrecy”.
FMG confirms population of elusive night parrot at WA mine
The mysterious endangered bird has only been sighted a handful of times, in two states, in the past 100 years, so FMG’s recordings represent a major breakthrough.
‘This is it, we’re gonna die’: survivors recount Miami building collapse
Marian Lopez thought an earthquake had hit their home of 22 years. Alfredo thought maybe something had exploded at the hotel next door.
Christian Porter seeking unredacted Annabel Crabb text messages in court appeal
Mr Porter is seeking to overturn three judgments and a suppression order in a case linked to his ABC defamation proceedings.
‘Disgusting’: Roberts-Smith denies taking nude photos to blackmail woman
The former special forces soldier’s personal life came under intense scrutiny on Friday during his defamation case.
The West Australian wine China forgot, and how you can find it
When China blocked the delivery of a heap of WA shiraz primed for the local Asian market, a winemaker turned despair to a unique opportunity.
Rio Tinto faces cover-up claim over Aboriginal artefacts dumped in tip
Rio Tinto has been accused of keeping traditional owners in the dark about hundreds of their priceless cultural artefacts ending up in a Darwin tip.
Clive Palmer ordered to pay $102 million to Queensland Nickel liquidators
The court ordered Palmer’s company Mineralogy repay Queensland Nickel, which collapsed under Palmer’s ownership in 2016.
Opinion
LGBT
Why is AFL the only pro sport to never have an openly gay male player?
Here’s a hint: There is a delusion of inclusion in the sport sector that multiple studies have revealed.
Erik Denison
‘I deserve to have a life’: Inside Britney Spears’ bid for independence
The pop star has been under her father’s legal control since 2008. She explained to a Los Angeles judge this week why it’s time for that to change.
Explainer
Space
Amazon CEO is blasting into space next month. Why can’t he get insurance?
A quick guide to Jeff Bezos’s big trip (and what it means for space tourism).
Editor's Picks
Opinion
Coronavirus pandemic
We’re sitting ducks: the case for a short, sharp lockdown to battle Delta variant
Raina MacIntyre
Head of the Biosecurity Research Program at the Kirby Institute, UNSW Medicine.
Just in
Western Australia
Morrison proposes purpose-built quarantine facilities for WA, Queensland
The PM also wrote to Victoria’s Acting Premier saying the first stage of the Victorian facility would be done by the end of the year.
Number of first home buyers doubles in WA, fanning hopes of rent relief
More than 22,000 new housing loans for first home buyers were approved in a 10-month period from July to April and property experts hope the trend will have a positive impact on Perth rents.
How a power station facelift could reshape Freo’s coast
A facelift of the dilapidated South Fremantle power station could bring a development windfall, but its success will hinge on an eyesore switchyard.
WA Police Commissioner in self-isolation after Sydney layover
WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson originally planned to fly to travel to Canberra via Melbourne but changed his route to stop in Sydney.
Updated
Coronavirus pandemic
WA shuts border to NSW amid growing Sydney COVID cluster
Premier Mark McGowan has urged the NSW government to “crush and kill” the outbreak as quickly as possible to reduce the risk of it spreading to other states.
Politics
Nationals MPs fear ‘vindictive’ reshuffle of cabinet posts rewarding Joyce backers
Barnaby Joyce is preparing to announce his new ministerial team as soon as Friday, with casualties expected to include Veterans’ Affairs Minister Darren Chester and Regional Health Minister Mark Coulton.
Business
Opinion
Managing
Thinking of hiring a former employee? Think again
The perceived benefits of boomerang employees are imaginary.
James Adonis
World
EU leaders to Orban: Hungary can exit if not happy to uphold values
Country leaders defend LGBT rights after Hungary approved a law they say reinforces prejudice and homophobia.
Opinion
For born-again Deputy PM Barnaby Joyce, the past is another planet
Tony Wright
Associate editor and special writer
Glitz takes a holiday as nostalgia comes idling back
Kate Halfpenny
Regular columnist
Explore
Property bydomain
Pandemic property boom sees 90 per cent of Aussies sell for a profit this year
It's certainly been a great time to sell: nine out of every 10 Australians who sold their homes in the first part of the year made a profit.
The sunny destinations where house prices spiked by 20 per cent
These neighbourhoods are sitting in the eye of a buyer storm that’s sparked record-breaking sale prices and auction bidding wars that's setting a new precedent.
Life & Culture
‘I deserve to have a life’: Inside Britney Spears’ bid for independence
The pop star has been under her father’s legal control since 2008. She explained to a Los Angeles judge this week why it’s time for that to change.
Sport
‘Extremely disappointed’: Fever claim Vixens ‘refused’ to travel to Perth
The round-eight clash between the Fever and Vixens was called off after three Vixens players were denied entry into WA because they had spent time in NSW during the bye round.
Fixture shuffle: Swans set to host Eagles in Geelong, AFL told to stop ‘bunching’ crowds
It would be the first match played at the venue for premiership points involving two teams other than Geelong, as the AFL shapes the round 16 fixture.
Opinion
LGBT
Why is AFL the only pro sport to never have an openly gay male player?
Here’s a hint: There is a delusion of inclusion in the sport sector that multiple studies have revealed.
Erik Denison
Updated
AFL 2021
Wanting flag, Cripps takes pay cut with new six-year deal
Carlton co-captain Patrick Cripps has accepted less money for a long-term deal, in the hope of winning a flag, after signing for the next six seasons
‘I still love watching him’: Old Swan puts hand up for job on new-age Buddy
Aliir Aliir admits he’ll be feeling mixed emotions when he lines up against Sydney for the first time since the trade that shocked the AFL.
Stewart who? The Aussie runner on track for Olympic glory
Introducing Stewart McSweyn – the star international athlete and generational talent no one seems to know.
Opinion
Test cricket
Elite humility: Why triumphant Black Caps could set tone for years to come
It’s tantalising that New Zealand can teach the world that good sportsmanship, a joyful spirit and general good-blokeness is not just pleasing to the soul but also effective.
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
Have Your Say
But wait, there’s more political grandstanding afoot
The NSW government is about to commit up to $300 million to build a stadium in Penrith. What’s wrong with this picture? Let me show you.
