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‘Heinous crime’: Perth man bashed after investigating noise at neighbour’s property
The 54-year-old heard a noise coming from the front yard of his neighbours’ home on West Coast Drive and went outside to investigate.
New board role puts kibosh on Nalder’s political return
Former Liberal minister Dean Nalder has been appointed to a second state government board position in a matter of months.
Rio Tinto sets eyes on another giant Pilbara mine, but not for iron ore
The world’s changing energy demands are driving Rio Tinto’s plans in the northern Pilbara.
How a media mix-up revealed WA Police’s regional booze ban wishlist
Police want the state liquor licensing director to look at harsher alcohol restrictions in the Kimberley, Pilbara, Mid West and Goldfields. But that request was never meant to be aired in public.
‘Malicious damage’: PM’s office vandalised with pro-Palestinian messages
The words “Free Gaza” and “Free Palestine” were spray-painted onto the office at about 1pm on Tuesday, police said.
News Corp, ABC paid total of $445,000 to settle Lehrmann defamation claims
Documents released by the Federal Court on Wednesday reveal the terms of Bruce Lehrmann’s settlements with the ABC and News Corp.
YouTube terror cell: FBI arrests man in US over Wieambilla murders
The 58-year-old has appeared in an Arizona court on US charges relating to online messages he allegedly sent the Wieambilla killers.
Families to be diverted to new scheme to rein in NDIS costs
Children with autism and developmental difficulties will receive “foundational supports” at school or in childcare centres under a new system.
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Test cricket
Johnson, Warner on collision course at first Test in Perth
Mitchell Johnson and David Warner remain on a collision course in Perth with confirmation from his management that the fast-bowling great would be calling the first Test.
Matildas v Canada as it happened: Matildas 1-0 to Canada in final game of 2023
Olympic champion and football legend Christine Sinclair had a fairytale send-off after Canada beat Australia 1-0 in the stadium that’s named after her.
Pillow torque? Husband and wife probe sparks F1 storm
World motorsport’s governing body has opened an investigation into Toto and Susie Wolff following complaints from F1 rivals about a possible conflict of interest.
‘Unimaginable cruelty’: Biden says Hamas raped, mutilated women during Israel assault
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he had heard stories of sexual abuse at a meeting with hostages returned by Hamas, which turned acrimonious.
Guy Sebastian’s ex-manager to face retrial
Titus Day was jailed last year but released from custody in June awaiting Wednesday’s judgment. His case will return to court next week.
Opinion
Superannuation
Is it time to water down super funds’ benchmarks to save the planet?
If the government wants the $3.5 trillion superannuation industry to invest more in the energy transition, it may need to cut them a bit of slack on their performance tests.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
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Hotel reviews
Singapore’s latest green hotel is awe-inspiring
Do yourself, and most importantly the world, a favour by booking a room at these latest Singaporean striking, tropical green-minded digs.
The most beautiful town you’ve never heard of
When I first visited in 2019, I became instantly smitten with the town. Not only is it picture-book gorgeous, it also has a fascinating history.
Western Australia
Perth mum, jailed for killing toddler 13 years ago, denied parole again
Gemma Gaye Killeen was 23 years old when she was locked up for murdering her 22-month-old son. Last month the parole board decided she was still not ready to go free.
WA’s top public schools for 2023 revealed
Inclusive approaches to leadership, stamping out bullying and being culturally responsive are some of the ways these schools are standing out from the crowd.
Opinion
Domestic violence
WA government has a two-faced approach to women’s shelters
The WA government’s attacks on the City of Perth over the closure of a women’s shelter are a stark contradiction to its actions regarding another planned refuge.
Gary Adshead
Journalist
Woodside’s Pluto trucking contract raises conflict fears
A contract announcement has shocked campaigners aiming to protect globally significant rock art on the Murujuga peninsula.
Four Perth students reveal how achieving a perfect ATAR has shaped their path
As students around WA anxiously wait for the score they believe will make or break their future, four former students who managed that elusive perfect ATAR result tell how their achievement shaped their future.
Politics
Higher interest rates, tax payments drive real incomes to record lows
The national economic figures show households were already struggling before the Reserve Bank board lifted interest rates in November.
Business
Soul Pattinson in $3 billion bid for Perpetual as split on the cards
Fund manager Perpetual could spin off its corporate trust and wealth management divisions as the company looks to focus on its flagship asset management business.
World
‘Unimaginable cruelty’: Joe Biden says Hamas raped, mutilated women during Israel assault
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also said he had heard stories of sexual abuse at a meeting with hostages returned by Hamas, which turned acrimonious.
Opinion
Warning shot: China put on notice as it tries to fix its economic mess
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Take the long view on immigration, it might surprise you
Matt Wade
Senior economics writer
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Property
Our eight favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a period residence to a futuristic home by the beach, we’ve rounded up our favourite luxury listings.
How much of a pay rise you’d need to buy a house
The income needed to afford a typical house has soared by tens of thousands of dollars since interest rate rises began – but home buyers have found a workaround.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Booze, boats and budgets: Your work Christmas party questions answered
It’s officially party season and Dr Kirstin Ferguson has advice to share.
Culture
At 22, I was looking for oblivion. But would Mongolia help me forget?
With notebook lost and photographs ruined, there was nothing left but unreliable memories from a trip on the Trans-Mongolian Railway.
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Test cricket
Johnson and Warner on collision course: Ex-bowler to call first Test in Perth
Mitchell Johnson and David Warner remain on a collision course in Perth with confirmation from his management that the fast-bowling great would be calling the first Test.
Matildas v Canada as it happened: Matildas 1-0 to Canada in final game of 2023
Olympic champion and football legend Christine Sinclair had a fairytale send-off after Canada beat Australia 1-0 in the stadium that’s named after her.
Should tennis take on footy? Who can beat Novak? Aussie greats have their say
We asked Sam Stosur, Paul McNamee, Wayne Arthurs and Sam Groth about some of the biggest issues in tennis. They didn’t always agree.
Dicey Topics
Good Weekend
‘I just bawled my eyes out’: When Matildas’ goalie confronted her diagnosis
Mackenzie Arnold on keeping her cool on the pitch, pay in female sport – and her gnarliest injury.
Eagles star Dom Sheed suffers another injury setback
After playing just one game in 2022 and missing eight matches this year, Sheed has again been sidelined after hurting his foot on Monday.
Eight days ago, Wenee had never sailed on the ocean. On Boxing Day, she’s doing the Sydney to Hobart
After winning a work lottery, Wenee Yap will set sail as part of a 21-person crew on super maxi LawConnect for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
After three Olympics, this runner was physically broken. Pregnancy fixed her
Now, she’s back as a marathon runner, and making a stunning charge towards Paris 2024.
Have Your Say
Why the Poms are loving the Johnson and Warner circus
Pass the gin and tonics, sit back and enjoy the show. There’s nothing us Brits like better than seeing our Aussie tormentors turn on each other.
