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Courts
Luxury $100 million club (complete with racetrack) stuck in pit lane amid lawsuit
It was touted as a “playground for the rich”, with a Formula One-inspired racetrack right in the heart of Bindoon. But the long-mooted plans may be coming undone.
Reynolds’ chief of staff contacted ASIO director-general about Lehrmann, court told
Bruce Lehrmann’s high-stakes defamation case against Network Ten and Lisa Wilkinson is expected to conclude on Friday.
This Perth mum put a GPS tracker on her toddler. Then she was arrested
A woman who claims she used an Apple AirTag to monitor her daughter was brought before the courts by her ex-husband, who claimed the tracking device was being used to stalk him.
Watch LIVE: Usman Khawaja speaks after being charged over black armband protest
Usman Khawaja is about to speak, just hours after he was charged by the International Cricket Council for breaching their code of conduct for his black armband protest during the Perth Test
This WA Indigenous program is a major success. So why is it still having to fight for funding?
An Indigenous pioneer in child intervention has urged the federal government to fix a funding impasse that could result in 30 jobs lost and 1000 children facing scaled-down services.
Exclusive
ABC
Minister critical of ABC board process to appoint managing director in 2019
Michelle Rowland says cabinet guidelines stipulate that full-time chief executive roles, including the top jobs at the ABC, SBS, and Australia Post require the prime minister’s approval.
Giuliani files for bankruptcy with $225 million in debt
The former Trump lawyer and NYC mayor, who still hosts a daily radio show, owes millions to the tax office, two Georgian election workers and his own lawyer.
Exclusive
International students
‘It won’t be China, India’: The next market for uni students
The university lobby’s outgoing chief, Catriona Jackson, warns the sector needs to capitalise on the emerging African market to stay “on the front of the wave”.
Updated
Mass shooting
Students cling to ledge as gunman goes on rampage at Prague university, leaving 14 dead, multiple wounded
Officials didn’t suggest a motive but said the 24-year-old shooter, a student, had no links to international terrorism. His father was also found dead.
More than 570,000 people in Gaza are starving because of war: UN
The extent of the population’s hunger eclipsed even the near-famines in Afghanistan and Yemen of recent years, according to figures in a new report.
Opinion
Global economy
The multitrillion-dollar fight that will shape the future
The biggest problem facing the global energy transition over the next decade isn’t technology or politics. It’s money.
David Fickling
Opinion
Christmas
How to avoid family holiday drama this year: Top tips from an expert
Worried you’re going to yell at the dog, divorce your spouse or throw crockery at your in-laws? Never fear, Perth’s family conflict and mediation expert is here.
Lisanne Iriks
Family conflict and mediation expert
★★½
Review
Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell’s rom-com is much ado about nothing
The hype around Anyone But You, which was shot in Sydney, was huge. But the result? Meh.
Chocolate boxes, chip tubes and gifts with an illegal twist
It might look like an innocent postal package containing a birthday card and a can of potato chips. But inside the tube, stuffed in a sock, is a native Australian lizard.
Review
Mount Lawley
Excellence all round at this Perth-Parisian bistro
Before you know it, three hours have gone by and all you have left are traces of bearnaise on the chin, the crisp acidity of Chablis and a fading memory of that escargot sauce.
Opinion
Literature
My rage for the page: 52 books from 52 countries in 52 weeks (again)
I accepted my daughter’s challenge and triumphed for another year: crossing borders by the book, I read 52 titles this year, as I did in 2022.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
How to avoid Christmas weight gain – and still indulge
With a little creative thinking, you can still have your Christmas cake and eat it this festive season
Western Australia
Updated
Bushfires
‘A bad day across the state’: WA bushfire emergencies downgraded, but threat remains
Bushfire emergency alerts were issued across WA as hot temperatures and windy conditions hamper firefighters’ efforts, putting lives and homes at risk.
‘Pretty food’, fire and… offal? Next year’s food trends, as predicted by WA’s top tastemakers
Buckle up, 2024 is going to be the year of beauty, affordability and smoke.
‘It’s not straightforward’: Is this WA’s hardest ATAR exam question?
The final exams are known to be challenging, with some questions set to really test how well students understand a concept or topic.
Beach bummer: Freo’s grand design ambitions leave South Beach with sub-standard toilets
South Beach is one of the port city’s most cherished destinations. Yet for the second summer in a row, beachgoers are suffering makeshift changing rooms and toilets.
Andy Warhol art pops over to Western Australia
Works by pop art master Andy Warhol worth $148 million are heading to Perth, in the biggest loan so far under a federal government plan to share the national art collection.
Politics
The COVID productivity bubble has burst
Australia’s productivity collapse may be partially due to COVID-19 as people were forced out of hospitality. But there are now signs of a turnaround.
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Business
Opinion
Global economy
The multitrillion-dollar fight that will shape the future
The biggest problem facing the global energy transition over the next decade isn’t technology or politics. It’s money.
David Fickling
World
More than 570,000 people in Gaza are starving because of war: UN
The extent of the population’s hunger eclipsed even the near-famines in Afghanistan and Yemen of recent years, according to figures in a new report.
Opinion
We’re facing a debate as divisive as the Voice. Can we keep this one civil?
Lisa Visentin
Federal Political Reporter
A terrorist threat? Possibly, but Benbrika was rightly freed
Rodger Shanahan
Middle East and security analyst
The global economy already had a big problem. It just got much worse
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Explore
Property
Where property owners are selling at a loss
Most property sellers make a profit, but some quick flippers or owners who picked the wrong suburbs are getting caught out.
Chris Hemsworth’s trainer makes fresh bid to sell luxury home
Personal trainer to the stars James Duigan has relisted his glamorous coastal estate that was passed in for $14.8 million earlier this year.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Opinion
Christmas
How to avoid family holiday drama this year: Top tips from an expert
Worried you’re going to yell at the dog, divorce your spouse or throw crockery at your in-laws? Never fear, Perth’s family conflict and mediation expert is here.
Lisanne Iriks
Family conflict and mediation expert
Opinion
Literature
My rage for the page: 52 books from 52 countries in 52 weeks (again)
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Culture
★★½
Review
Sydney Sweeney and Glen Powell’s rom-com is much ado about nothing
The hype around Anyone But You, which was shot in Sydney, was huge. But the result? Meh.
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Sport
Watch LIVE: Usman Khawaja speaks after being charged over black armband protest
Usman Khawaja is about to speak, just hours after he was charged by the International Cricket Council for breaching their code of conduct for his black armband protest during the Perth Test
Khawaja charged by ICC, seeks permission to continue ‘human rights’ message
Usman Khawaja has been charged for wearing a black armband to express his solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza during the first Test in Perth.
Sixers’ England star banned for intimidating umpire
Tom Curran was charged with a code of conduct breach after an umpire allegedly had to take evasive action to avoid a collision before a game against the Hurricanes.
‘You’ve got school in the morning’: 16-year-old lights up World Darts Championship
The teenager celebrated with a kebab and a Coke after a remarkable win.
A secret practice match, green tops and injuries: Pakistan’s quest to put on a Boxing Day show
So worried are the Pakistanis that they are underdone for the Boxing Day Test they have hastily arranged a two-day practice game at Junction Oval behind closed doors.
He helped Ireland become world No.1. Now he’s returning to Australia
A former Super Rugby-winning coach, who was instrumental in helping Ireland reach the summit of World Rugby’s rankings for the first time, has landed a new gig with Rugby Australia.
‘I was stupid’: Boon admits regret over infamous 52-beer flight
David Boon has long described teammates’ account of his infamous 52-beer flight to England as a fairytale. But he has admitted on a podcast that he regrets the incident.
Have Your Say
‘It burns’: Justin Pascoe breaks silence on Tigers exit
The long-time boss stepped aside on a seismic day for the club. He opens up on Benji Marshall’s future, the chase for Jarome Luai, Ivan Cleary’s walkout and why the Tigers will be back in the finals.
