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Defence
French ambassador accuses Australia of ‘treason in the making’
The newly recalled French ambassador to Australia says Canberra intentionally misled Macron’s government. “The crime was prepared for 18 months.”
Breaking
France
Australia ‘regrets’ French ambassador recall but makes no apology for new subs deal
France’s European Affairs Minister says the “rupture of trust” between the nations could compromise negotiations over a free-trade deal with the EU.
Analysis
Analysis
America’s loss is China’s gain as France lashes out
Chinese President Xi Jinping will be looking at the US-France feud with pleasure and amazement.
Finbar boss warns new apartment stock could soon dry up in Perth
The number of apartment and unit sales are rising in Western Australia as buyers look for other options as prices in the house market lift.
‘Horrible mistake’: US admits air strike killed only Afghan civilians
The high-profile drone strike killed up to 10 Afghan civilians - including seven children - rather than an Islamic State extremist as initially announced.
Climate pledges put world on ‘catastrophic pathway’, UN says
A new report shows the world is on a “catastrophic pathway” toward a hotter future unless governments make more ambitious pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions, the head of the UN says.
Women’s FIFO horror revealed in testimonies to WA inquiry
Unwanted touching, bullying and demands for sex in exchange for career advancement is the lot for some WA women mine workers, according to submissions to a parliamentary inquiry.
Worker dies after fall at Pilbara iron ore mine
The 52-year-old maintenance worker died after a fall on Friday at CITIC Pacific’s Sino Iron site, about 100 kilometres south of Karratha.
Anti-lockdown protesters gather in Melbourne; police make arrests in NSW
Anti-lockdown protesters have gathered in the Melborne suburb of Richmond to avoid police checkpoints. Meanwhile, police have arrested at least two people near the site of a planned protest in Sydney.
Breaking
Coronavirus pandemic
NSW records 1331 local COVID-19 cases, six deaths
Police have begun arriving in large numbers at Sydney Park for a midday anti-lockdown protest, as NSW case numbers surpassed 50,000 since the beginning of the pandemic.
Analysis
AFL 2021
Who’s in line for the AFL throne?
A look at the candidates to take over when Gillon McLachlan leaves the AFL.
Opinion
ICAC
We need a federal watchdog with teeth, now more than ever
The sports and car park rorts, along with political donations and the use of blind trusts, show why a national integrity commission is long overdue.
Stephen Charles
Board member for the Centre for Public Integrity
Birds of Toyko, Eskimo Joe to feature on Perth’s big day
The WA locals join Baker Boy as headline acts for the AFL grand final entertainment, which will have a theme of Australian anthems.
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AFL 2021
Concussion is most common community footy injury and it’s getting worse
Amid intense focus at elite level exclusive new data reveals a sharply growing but hidden toll from head knocks every weekend in parks and on ovals around Australia.
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Opinion
Federal politics
Porter’s blind trust legal fees is an integrity test for Morrison
Michelle Grattan
Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
AFL grand final
‘Astonishing’: Why Easton Wood is in awe of Marcus Bontempelli
Western Bulldogs premiership skipper Easton Wood has spoken of Marcus Bontempelli’s unique trait and why he is ready to handle the spotlight of leading in an AFL grand final.
Off the scales: the dramatic rise of Clayton Oliver
Melbourne star Clayton Oliver was challenged by Simon Goodwin before he was drafted to get fitter, then challenged at the end of last year to be more of a team player.
Western Australia
Perth grand final ticket scramble makes history
West Australians caused the busiest event sale in Australian history, with one risky reseller taking a punt at $1000 payday despite WA’s anti-scalping laws.
‘Unrelenting pressure’ on prosecutors increases risk of mistakes and injustice
The WA Director of Public Prosecutions has given her bleakest outlook yet, explaining the challenges facing her office as the legal system bursts at the seams.
WA to take vaccine rollout on statewide roadshow
Vaccine commander and WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson confirmed he was looking at suitable buses that could handle refrigeration units needed to keep the vaccines cold.
‘You don’t want COVID for Christmas’: school vaccine program announced for WA
Public school students in Western Australian will be able to get their vaccinations on campus from term four.
Ben Cousins accepts AFL invite to the Brownlow Medal
West Coast great Ben Cousins has indicated he will attend Sunday’s Brownlow Medal count in Perth, in what would be a sign of improved circumstances for the fallen champion.
Politics
Analysis
Diversity
‘Be less of a white boys’ club’: How to address Parliament’s lack of diversity
A Labor preselection battle sparked an examination of Parliament, which critics say is “stuck in the White Australia era”. Making it more multicultural will take some effort.
Business
After ‘chopping off all our limbs’, Brad Banducci is ready for a new Woolworths
Brad Banducci is embarking on an ambitious reimagining of the 98-year-old supermarket chain, one even he admits he’s had reservations about at times.
Opinion
Software
No longer the underdog: Tech has arrived as a serious force in the Australian economy
John McDuling
National Business Editor
World
Updated
Defence
France recalls ambassadors to Australia, US amid subs anger
The unprecedented move follows the Morrison government’s decision to tear up a $90 billion submarine contract with France.
Opinion
We need a federal watchdog with teeth, now more than ever
Stephen Charles
Board member for the Centre for Public Integrity
Morrison, the third amigo, speaks loudly to Xi
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Explore
Property bydomain
Simon Baker and Rebecca Rigg sell Bronte house for $17m
The price has shocked local property watchers given the former couple paid just $6.5 million for the almost 380 square metre property in 2015.
How an old general store became a magical hideaway
Repeat visitors to Victoria's Macedon region have come to recognise this little cottage and its iconic vintage petrol pump out the front.
Life & Culture
Former RM Williams creative director is betting on timeless fashion
Jeremy Hershan is designing a clothing collection on the back of a single bag’s success.
Sport
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AFL 2021
Concussion is most common community footy injury and it’s getting worse
Amid intense focus at elite level exclusive new data reveals a sharply growing but hidden toll from head knocks every weekend in parks and on ovals around Australia.
Holding’s cricket innings done, but he’s a long way from over and out
For all his achievements in the game, it’s Michael Holding’s advocacy against racism where he has spoken loudest, his message heard well outside the boundaries of the cricket field.
Why Easton Wood is in awe of Marcus Bontempelli
Western Bulldogs premiership skipper Easton Wood has spoken of Marcus Bontempelli’s unique trait and why he is ready to handle the spotlight of leading in an AFL grand final.
WBBL on the move: Tasmania to host first 20 games
Tasmania has stepped in to provide a haven for the first 20 games of the WBBL in the face of the COVID-19 outbreaks in Victoria and NSW.
‘Fatigued’ Barty in doubt for Indian Wells and WTA Finals in Mexico
Ashleigh Barty is undecided about playing in next month’s prestigious Indian Wells event, on top of doubts about her appearance at the season-ending WTA championships.
Boxall says a ‘fearless’ Shayna Jack is ready to make her mark
Shayna Jack’s coach Dean Boxall believes she will return a better, more resilient swimmer as she tries to make it back to the Dolphins squad for a packed 2022.
Opinion
AFL grand final
A week off we didn’t need: say goodbye to pre-grand final bye
One week into this pre-grand final period, the lesson is that we don’t need another week.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
Have Your Say
Wallabies and All Blacks remind world that style can also have substance
With South Africa now playing their provincial rugby in the northern hemisphere, there is a fascinating battle within a battle in The Rugby Championship.
