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Planning and development
CBD problems will persist long after grand final excitement ends
Violent youth crime is again in the news cycle, while shopfront vacancies pile up and work-from-homers stay, well, home.
Gareth Parker
Columnist
Climate-focused Water Corp could face $24m bill after failing to power desalination plant with clean energy
For a decade, Water Corp failed in its obligation to offset its desalination plant after not procuring enough renewable energy.
Your ultimate guide to AFL grand final day in Perth
From key timings, entertainment, pre-game functions and activities, to big-screen parties and club functions. This is the ultimate game day guide to the 2021 AFL grand final for WA footy fans.
‘We’re in lockstep’: Biden hails Australia at meeting with Morrison
At his own press conference, Scott Morrison said there would not be a new cold war. “I am confident that we can avoid the conflict that we all want to avoid.”
Top EU leader rebukes Scott Morrison during awkward New York encounter
As more countries criticise the new AUKUS defence pact, the European Council President reminded the Prime Minister of the need for “loyalty”.
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AUKUS
Keating turns fury on Labor and government over AUKUS deal
Not content with accusing the government of selling out Australia’s security interests, Paul Keating has opened fire on his own side as well.
Labor to push for privileges committee to investigate Porter donations
But the rules governing the MPs register of interests are unclear about whether the source of gifts must be declared.
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Australia votes
Morrison holds lead but Albanese narrows gap as preferred prime minister
Voters turning away from the Coalition are looking to minor parties, including Clive Palmer’s United Australia Party.
Analysis
Scott Morrison
The one thing you should remember when reading polls
Surveys and polls capture a moment in time - to read anything more into them is dangerous.
Opinion
Property prices
No bubbles in sight, but Australia’s property boom comes at a cost
We need to consider what are we giving up by letting home values inflate so high.
Jessica Irvine
Senior economics writer
Analysis
Phones
Apple iPhone 13 plans aimed at the data hungry
Those looking to upgrade may find themselves paying for a lot more data than they really need.
Opinion
Inside China
Chinese property giant’s implosion unsettles vulnerable markets
An Evergrande collapse, whether controlled or not, will have major spill-over effects both within China and within international markets.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Daniel Craig says women shouldn’t need to play James Bond
The actor said writers should create roles “just as good as James Bond, but for a woman”.
How to age gracefully? It starts with a little resistance
Inspired by a new book, “Stupid Things I Won’t Do When I Get Old,” I’m taking stock of my life and deciding what I need to reconsider.
Two new crime novels to add to your summer reading list
Paula Hawkins and Val McDermid, both former journalists, have created two thought-provoking mysteries.
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Opinion
Coronavirus pandemic
Unions support vaccination to keep workers safe
Luke Hilakari
Secretary of Victorian Trades Hall Council
AFL grand final
Updated
‘If they can stay resilient, we can too’: How football helped Demon sisterhood
No AFL supporters are stereotyped more than Melbourne’s, but some of the great characters Martin Flanagan has met in football are Melbourne supporters.
The monstrous losses and scant triumphs seared into Melbourne’s soul
Adam Woolcock uses the shorthand of a fan to annotate what the Demons have endured since their last premiership win in 1964.
Western Australia
COVID would reach WA’s regions within weeks of outbreak: modelling
The scenario paints a bleak picture for rural areas with lower than average vaccination rates, and could lead to some towns being shut off from the rest of WA.
Perth babysitter faces almost 200 child abuse charges after police identify more victims
Just days before his arrest, Jareth Harries-Markham was advertising his babysitting services to Perth parents on babysitter and nannying Facebook groups.
Vegan fry franchise sued for almost $1m after leaving Perth CBD shopfront
Melbourne-founded fast food franchise Lord of the Fries is being sued in the WA Supreme Court over a claim of unpaid rent and vacating a lease two years early.
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Crime
Perth man on Thai death row for drug smuggling released
The man and his Thai wife, sentenced to death for trafficking half a tonne of crystal meth for the Hells Angels, have been acquitted after four years in jail.
Updated
Crime
The message from Cristiano Ronaldo to Danny Hodgson on his birthday
Manchester United stars Cristiano Ronaldo and Dean Henderson have sent well-wishes to soccer player Danny Hodgson as he remains in an induced coma at a Perth hospital on his 26th birthday.
Politics
Tax cuts to soon disappear as budget relies on workers to recover from virus
Even the government’s tax cuts won’t stop Australians from facing higher average tax rates over the next decade.
Business
ASX to dip after Wall Street on edge over Evergrande ‘black cloud’ and the Fed
The local sharemarket is set to open lower after US stocks veered between gains and losses as traders weigh the risks from the Chinese real estate crisis and look ahead to this week’s Federal Reserve meeting.
World
FBI, coroner confirm Gabby Petito’s death a homicide
Police search swamplands near the home of Petito’s boyfriend Brian Laundrie, who has gone missing
Opinion
Why China’s property mess is Australia’s problem
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
No bubbles in sight, but Australia’s property boom comes at a cost
Jessica Irvine
Senior economics writer
Explore
Property bydomain
'Eye-watering': How much further could property prices rise from here?
Less than three months ago the big banks were predicting interest rates – and mortgage repayments – could rise sooner than expected and slow the market. Then along came Delta.
This imposing home hides a light, fun and surprising makeover
And wow. What quality of daylight it draws into the new kitchen with its pale concrete floor, concrete and curvaceous island bench, and the uptick of that roof formed in concrete.
Life & Culture
Opinion
Sunday Life
I always dreamt of a bigger, better house. Lockdown changed that
I’ve realised that all I really need is shelter, heating, my dog and my wok. The rest is icing. And I have never felt more liberated.
Wendy Squires
Sport
India 225 Australia 1-227
ODI
Speedy Brown the revelation for evolving Australia
If evolution is the value Australia’s women have added to their team charter, then Darcie Brown’s four-wicket blast in the first ODI against India in Mackay was something closer to a revelation
‘It’s incredible’: Australia’s plan to resettle Afghan refugees through football
Football Australia is working with the federal government to resettle 3000 Afghan refugees into community clubs to ease their adjustment into Australia.
‘Possibly the greatest challenge I’ve faced’: Cairns ready for rehab after stroke
The former Black Caps star spoke for the first time since the spinal stroke during surgery that left him paralysed in the legs in August.
‘I regret it’: Jurrah’s mixed feelings ahead of Dees’ grand final
Proud of what his former club and teammates have achieved, Liam Jurrah admits Melbourne’s grand final berth leaves feelings of regret for what might have been.
Analysis
AFL 2021
Where might Clarkson end up if he decides to return to coaching next year?
Alastair Clarkson will have 2022 off, but the master coach says he is likely to be searching for a job come July, leaving several incumbent coaches under pressure.
Updated
AFL 2021
Petrevski-Seton seeks trade, Cats tall Kreuger looking for a new home
The trade winds are starting to blow, with Carlton’s Sam Petrevski-Seton seeking a trade and Geelong tall Nathan Kreuger looking for a new home.
Penrith trainer defends stoppage after NRL issues fine and suspension
The NRL has sanctioned Penrith trainer Pete Green after he controversially asked for time to be stopped against Parramatta on Saturday.
Have Your Say
‘It’s incredible’: Australia’s plan to resettle Afghan refugees through football
Football Australia is working with the federal government to integrate 3000 Afghan refugees into community clubs to ease their adjustment into Australia.
