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Analysis
Factional politics
Labor’s labyrinthine network of power and influence
Who are the people who wield power behind the scenes in the Albanese government?
Inflation to be ‘significantly higher’ than expected: Chalmers
Treasurer Jim Chalmers says inflation will be higher than forecast in the March budget, but believes it should start easing through 2023.
Furious crossbench senators threaten to vote against Labor legislation after staff cuts
Two key Senate crossbenchers are threatening to vote against government legislation after the prime minister slashed the number of advisers they will have in the new parliament.
Inspirational Cleary scores back-to-back tries as Blues thrash Maroons
The Blues have forced a State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium next month thanks to a masterclass from halfback Nathan Cleary. Here’s how it played out.
Latest live posts
LoadingRupert Murdoch’s life is built on doing the unexpected
The media titan is once again generating headlines. But talk of a split from wife Jerry Hall is only one of the reasons.
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Mass shooting
Oslo mass shooting being investigated as Islamic terrorism
A shooter hit a gay nightclub ahead of Pride celebrations, killing two people and injuring 21. Organisers have been told to cancel Pride events.
Women across the US scrambling as abortions are cancelled
“When I went to bed, I had my appointment and everything was set, and then today it’s like pre-1973,” one woman said.
What overturning Roe v Wade means for Australia
Children by Choice chief executive Daile Kelleher said she had no doubt Australian opponents of abortion would be energised by the US decision.
Pope hails families, blasts ‘culture of waste’ after Roe
Pope Francis celebrated families on Saturday and urged them to shun “selfish” decisions that are indifferent to life as he closed out a big Vatican rally a day after the US Supreme Court ended constitutional protections for abortion.
Exclusive
Food
‘Minister for food’ needed to combat threats to supply shortages
Threats to Australia’s food supply include climate change, loss of agricultural land, worker shortages, a looming fertiliser shortage, and global shocks such as the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Will the Socceroos take a stand in Qatar?
“If football is to be a genuine force for good, the sport needs to take responsibility when human rights are violated.”
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Matildas
Matildas suffer Spain thrashing, a 25-year low
A Matildas team missing Sam Kerr and an array of stars has crashed to 25-year low in a 7-0 thrashing at the hands of Spain in Huelva.
Could a Kyrgios title push be the latest twist at Wimbledon?
Wimbledon is bound to be different this year thanks to the ban on Russian and Belarusian players, and the lack of rankings points on offer, but the lure of success at the prestigious event meant players have signed up.
Original boss lady of Australian TV: How Carol Raye changed the way we watch television
For a generation of viewers raised on Married At First Sight and Big Brother “stars”, the name Carol Raye probably doesn’t mean terribly much. But her legacy helped shape modern TV.
Ghislaine Maxwell put on suicide watch ahead of sentencing
Ghislaine Maxwell has been put on suicide watch at a Brooklyn jail, and may seek to delay her Tuesday sentencing for aiding Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse of underage girls, her lawyer said.
Opinion
Body image
Hate your beautifully imperfect body? Worry less, dance more
Many of us - particularly women - spend a lifetime seeing our bodies as problems, or sources of embarrassment, shame, sin and guilt. Don’t waste your time.
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
Western Australia
McGowan, Joyce ‘bury the hatchet’ after two years of COVID-19 border tension
Relations between Qantas and McGowan hit rock bottom in February after the state delayed bringing down the hard border by a month and Joyce likened WA to North Korea. On Friday Joyce said McGowan was “one of, if not the best politicians easily in the country at the moment”.
Media, family barred from Roger Cook staffer’s examination in hearing
The decision to close the session by WA Industrial Relations Commissioner Rachel Cosentino came as a shock to the families and the government’s own Senior Counsel.
Planning minister intervenes in Perth homeless centre standoff
The minister has called in a decision by the City of Perth to block the relocation of a drop-in service centre 200 metres away.
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Courts
Serial paedophile back behind bars after just 48 hours freedom
Bradley Pen Dragon allegedly breached his parole conditions by possessing images of children within days of his release from prison this week.
Environmental, Aboriginal heritage concerns halt $40m Midland bridge work
Construction of a bridge creating a southern gateway to Midland has been put on hold while an alternative design that avoids wetlands and heritage sites is contemplated.
Politics
Rising interest rates, inflation give Lowe a challenging high wire act
Central banks around the world are dealing with inflation by pushing up interest rates. It could end in success - or economic pain for millions.
Business
AMP calls for cap on life insurance commission payments to be lifted
The financial advice sector is calling for commission payments for life insurance to be maintained, despite conflict of interest concerns.
World
Women across the US scrambling as abortions are cancelled
“When I went to bed, I had my appointment and everything was set, and then today it’s like pre-1973,” one woman said.
Opinion
Why Albanese is beefing up the bureaucracy
Michelle Grattan
Professorial Fellow, University of Canberra
No apology as Qantas promises to fix customer service
Anne Hyland
Senior Correspondent
Explore
Property
Australia ranks fourth on global property risk list. Will we dodge it?
Australia is one of the most likely countries in the world to experience property price falls, a new ranking shows, but the drops might not be as deep as priced-out buyers hope.
Perth empty nesters who rent out spare rooms or downsize should get a tax break: expert
There are 13 million spare bedrooms across Australia and many of them belong to empty nesters still living in large family homes long after their children have flown the coop.
Lifestyle
Opinion
Motherhood
I’m rejecting the style conventions that new mothers normally follow
Am I allowed to dress sexy and wear low cut necklines now that I have transformed into A Mother?
Caroline Zielinski
Reporter
Culture
‘Love at first sight’: How Martin, Short and Gomez became TV’s hottest property
The two comedy legends had never heard of Selena Gomez before she was cast in their hit series Only Murders in the Building. Now they share a unique chemistry.
Sport
Did Fittler’s complaints lead to moment that changed Origin series?
Felise Kaufusi was sin-binned at a vital stage of the game as Brad Fittler’s complaints to officials about Queensland slowing down the ruck were taken on board.
‘A Test 100 in India’: Maxwell lays out his credentials for Sri Lanka
Late Test call-up Glenn Maxwell believes he has the game and the experience to take on Sri Lanka in spinning conditions.
‘The players know you’re there’: Being the Socceroos’ 12th man heading to Qatar
Socceroos superfan Pablo Bateson is making the journey to Qatar in November for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. But what do you need to know before you go?
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AFL 2022
‘Not a perfect person’: De Goey issues apology via video statement
Jordan De Goey has apologised for the behaviour captured on social media during his mid-season trip to Bali and said he was not trying to use ADHD as an excuse when he made the diagnosis public.
Analysis
State of Origin
Blues will be better in Perth, but can they match Maroons’ desire?
NSW’s players resent the accusation Queensland have a mortgage on passion when it comes to Origin. But sometimes it’s hard to argue otherwise.
Is this the unluckiest dismissal in Test cricket history?
Kiwi batsman Henry Nicholls couldn’t believe his misfortune when his straight drive careered into the outstretched bat of Daryl Mitchell at the non-striker’s end.
How the kid who had no idea about AFL became a Swans star
Isaac Heeney couldn’t name most AFL clubs when he started with the Swans academy. Now he is the club’s foundation for the future.
Have Your Say
State of Origin player ratings: How the Blues and Maroons fared in game two
We run the rule over the players who rose to the occasion in game two in Perth and those who would like to have their time over again.
