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Perth is getting flash new trains, but what happens to the A-Series workhorses?
The first completed C-Series train is ready to enter the network. It is the first of 246 new railcars ordered under a 10-year $1.25 billion contract with French manufacturer Alstom.
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Courts
Perth man to face court on dating app rape charges
The 27-year-old Morley man allegedly sexually assaulted three women he met through various sites including Bumble, Tinder and Hinge between 2019 and 2023.
‘Last resort’ generators deployed as coal shutdowns squeeze WA power
Power supply in the south west of WA has had a troubled week as the sun refuses to shine and wind farms languish on the drawing board.
Opinion
GDP
It’s becoming unclear if RBA can quash inflation without crashing economy
The big squeeze on consumer spending is happening and growth is slowing. So why are interest rates rising?
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Not the only wrong call on interest rates: PM lashes RBA
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has taken a swipe at Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe’s pandemic-era promise to keep interest rates low.
Analysis
Political leadership
Text messages a test of Albanese’s loyalty to Gallagher
The opposition can smell blood in the water and the prime minister now faces the first real political controversy of his time in office.
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Crime
No bail for Belmont man accused of running down WA Police officer
A police officer is in an induced coma fighting for his life, and a 23-year-old man has been charged with allegedly causing his injuries.
Man accused of filming children in cubicles at Craigie Leisure Centre
The 24-year-old from Hocking will face Joondalup Magistrates Court on Friday.
Regulator’s warning after Woodside platform death
The offshore safety regulator has spotted a “concerning trend” of offshore oil and gas producers starting dangerous work before risks are properly assessed.
The snow must go on: Machines pumping ahead of ski season opening
Victoria’s alpine resorts still have high hopes, despite lower snowfall than last year’s opening weekend dumps.
What’s happening in New York is unprecedented unless you’re Australian
Scientists say the warning bells on climate change are at a deafening pitch as temperature records are being broken in Asia and North America is choked by smoke.
‘Full-time farmhand in my mid-60s’: Rachel Ward’s new, earthly passion
From modelling and acting to screenwriting, directing and raising a family, now The Thorn Birds star is digging a new passion: regenerative farming.
ABC comes out swinging over drop in RN Breakfast listener figures
Survey results this week showed listeners are tuning out from RN Breakfast, which is hosted by Patricia Karvelas.
Calling out ‘beige flags’ is TikTok’s latest dating trend
The term is being used to describe romantic partners’ weird habits that are less than a dealbreaker, but not exactly a plus, either.
‘Heavily missed’ Jack Darling to bolster Eagles attack
West Coast spearhead Oscar Allen says Jack Darling was heavily missed and will be welcomed back with open arms in Saturday’s AFL clash with the Crows.
Future stars: Meet 14 of the best teenagers for this year’s AFL draft
This year’s prospects will look to prove themselves at the AFL under-18 championships, which could make or break their dreams.
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Opinion
Perth business
WA’s embarrassment of richies makes us look ridiculous
Peter Milne
Business Journalist
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Western Australia
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Banksia Hill
‘Every element of Banksia Hill is failing’: Damning report sounds alarm on youth detention centre
The report will heap pressure on new Premier Roger Cook and new Corrective Services Minister Paul Papalia, who are both officially just one day into their jobs.
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Courts
Perth man to face court on dating app rape charges
The 27-year-old Morley man allegedly sexually assaulted three women he met through various sites including Bumble, Tinder and Hinge between 2019 and 2023.
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Crime
WA Police officer in coma after being ‘run down, dragged’ by car in Ascot
A WA Police officer is fighting for life after being run over by an allegedly stolen vehicle in the early hours of Thursday.
‘Unusual’ demand takes Perth house market back to Kevin 07’s days
The number of houses available for sale in Perth has fallen to levels not seen since Kevin Rudd was prime minister. What’s happening?
Man charged over kidnap extortion plot at Perth Airbnb released on bail
Te Putu Tonga Patara Te Tuhi Hawkings was released on home detention on Wednesday and will be allowed to return to his fly-in, fly-out job.
Politics
Not the only wrong call on interest rates: PM lashes RBA
Anthony Albanese has taken a swipe at Reserve Bank governor Philip Lowe’s pandemic-era promise to keep interest rates low.
Business
ABC comes out swinging over drop in RN Breakfast listener figures
Survey results this week showed listeners are tuning out from RN Breakfast, which is hosted by Patricia Karvelas.
World
Trump indicted for mishandling classified documents
The former US president wrote “I AM AN INNOCENT MAN!” after he was indicted for the second time in just over two months.
Opinion
Explore
Property
Landlords made $3.1 billion with pandemic-low interest rates
Landlords making a profit from their rentals have outnumbered negatively geared property owners for the first time since a change to capital gains tax in the late 1990s.
‘Unusual’ demand takes Perth house market back to Kevin 07’s days
The number of houses available for sale in Perth has fallen to levels not seen since Kevin Rudd was prime minister. What’s happening?
Good Food
Lifestyle
Camo, sharks and all things trucks: What is it with kids’ clothing?
The world may have embraced gender fluidity, but the children’s section at Target hasn’t received the memo.
Culture
Even at the end of the world, Weyes Blood knows how to put on a show
This wrap of shows across the Rising festival includes a theatrical gig by Weyes Blood, the gloriously confrontational Tanz, and Tracker at Arts House.
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Opinion
LIV Golf Series
Greg Norman: the great white piece of bait
LIV Golf brought in “the Shark” to do a job. He did it so well he’s now redundant. But don’t expect a crowdfunding campaign for him any time soon.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
‘Heavily missed’ Jack Darling to bolster Eagles attack
West Coast spearhead Oscar Allen says Jack Darling will be welcomed back with open arms on Saturday.
Exclusive
AFL 2023
The push for Chinese Australians to embrace footy
Despite Australia’s rich history, disproportionately few people with Asian ancestry are in AFL.
Home World Cup win worth $400,000 each to Matildas
For the first time in history, FIFA will allocate players individual fees, far exceeding many club salaries.
AFL chasing source of Hawks’ racism report leak
AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan said the leak left all parties in a “vulnerable” position.
Buddy moves to fourth on all-time goalkickers list
Lance Franklin turned back the clock on Thursday night - but St Kilda held their mettle.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2023
Shots fired at Pies after Goodwin’s Grundy call
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has fired a pointed barb at Collingwood.
Have Your Say
Why Shane Flanagan must never coach in the NRL again
The deregistered former Cronulla coach shouldn’t even be a candidate to lead St George Illawarra. If the Dragons board decide Flanagan is their man, the NRL must surely step in.
Darren Kane
Sports Columnist
