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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
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Emissions
Water Corp could face $24m bill after failing to meet clean energy promise
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
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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National security
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.
Inside the Victorian insurrection: Why construction mob took to the street
Pressure has been building for months within the construction industry as frustration grows over lockdowns, vaccines and a persistent social media campaign.
Victoria records 6.0 magnitude earthquake
Footage posted to social media shows a building’s brick facade has collapsed on Chapel Street, in Melbourne’s inner south. There are also reports of power outages across the city.
Former Perth Archbishop a no-show at conduct hearing
Roger Herft could be defrocked in about a month as a church standards board considers allegations from the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Abuse.
Prince Andrew’s fight or flight moment: 21 days to decide his defence
A saga that has dragged on for a decade since Giuffre first made her claims public in 2011 now faces a three-week deadline.
Clear majority of Australians want net zero emissions by 2050
More than half of the Australians surveyed in the Resolve Political Monitor also want a stronger emissions reduction target for 2030.
Opinion
Glasgow summit
In the years to come, the only great powers will be green
By 2030 renewables will be undercutting coal and gas almost everywhere.
Boris Johnson
British Prime Minister
Review
Phones
iPhone 13 and 13 Pro are the ultimate ‘S-year’ upgrades
Last year’s incredible phones are made even better with new screens and cameras, but the overall upgrade is relatively subtle.
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AFL grand final
‘Weapons’ of Bulldog destruction: Demons ready to pull the right lever
The Demons have started to drill into the Western Bulldogs’ game plan and say they know what awaits come the AFL grand final on Saturday.
How Goodwin’s tough talk made May elite
A fellow Demon defender has explained how hard conversations between once-unfit full-back Steven May and senior coach Simon Goodwin have produced a critical turnaround in the career of the 2021 All-Australian defender.
Western Australia
WA Police shot unarmed man dead inside parent’s home after ‘translation issues’, coroner hears
Ly Ming Tong’s father claims he went to police asking for help to get his son into rehab. But officers thought it was a serious domestic violence incident.
WorkSafe probes Perth Modern workplace bullying allegations
Claims of inappropriate workplace behaviours will be independently scrutinised after teachers grew impatient with the education department’s lengthy investigation into their complaints.
Updated
Planning and development
Carillon City retailers given six weeks to get out
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas said he understood developer Dexus had found securing an anchor tenant for their redevelopment of the CBD arcade difficult.
WA opposition calls for ‘full time’ Child Protection Minister in wake of report
The opposition has taken aim at the WA Child Protection Minister after a damning report into the Department of Communities was released last week.
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.
Politics
Analysis finds $300m paid to farmers to keep trees they were unlikely to clear
A Commonwealth carbon credit scheme that paid out millions in public funds to landholders has been called into question by experts.
Business
Thousands of bank customers seek hardship help as lockdowns bite
The number of bank customers granted financial hardship assistance has rocketed as lockdowns in NSW and Victoria see more people working reduced hours or stood down.
World
Taliban appoint UN Ambassador and ask to address the assembly
Earlier, an Afghan rapper and activist pleaded with world leaders not to recognise the militants unless they guaranteed rights for women.
Opinion
Morrison is making an enemy of China - and Labor is helping him
Paul Keating
Former prime minister of Australia
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
For some women, a connection may exist between poor sleep and hormones
Honouring your natural daily hormone fluctuations can help keep your sleep on track. Here’s how to do it.
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
Snap Shot: Tiger bar always happy to shout a Beveridge
Key staff behind Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs ascension to the grand final were once united in their quest for a VAFA flag.
Merrett beats Parish to claim third Crichton Medal
Having started the season doubting whether he wanted to remain at Essendon long-term, Zach Merrett ended 2021 tied to the club and with a third best and fairest crown.
‘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.
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.
