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WA gas shortage looms as ‘tricky’ companies game state supply policy
WA faces an “imminent and potentially severe gas supply shortfall” from “tricky” exporters trying to avoid the spirit of their agreements to supply the local market.
Monster Freo fig faces the chop after removal from tree protection register
The tree sits on an area of land with an old development which is now up for sale. Without protection, there are fears developers could cut it down.
Casual nurses booted from Busselton Hospital jobs due to ‘admin error’
Casual nurses at Busselton Hospital have had their employment canned at the last minute in what the union claims is an effort to claw back budget blowouts.
‘It was soul-sucking’: What can Finlaey’s story tell us about ‘school refusal’?
In year 11, Finlaey Hewlett was struggling to attend school. In year 12 she was asked to leave. But all she really needed was for someone to believe in her.
Breaking
Missing person
‘Grave concerns’: Search for TV presenter, Qantas attendant missing
Police have launched a large-scale investigation into the disappearance of airline steward Luke Davies. They are also searching for his partner, former Ten presenter Jesse Baird.
Updated
Courts
Serial shoplifters to face jail time under theft crackdown
Law reforms remove the “fine only” penalty limit where a person is convicted of a stealing and has two or more prior convictions in the past year.
Chalmers considering axing his own proposal to remove treasurer’s power to overrule RBA
An independent review of the RBA last year recommended major changes to the operation of the bank, including the creation of a separate committee that will set interest rates.
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Loading‘Win-win’: PM says working-from-home boost should be examined
Anthony Albanese and Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke said there were many examples of working from home being good for employees and employers.
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Catholic church
WA bishop charged with historical sex crimes
A Broome bishop has been charged with a string of alleged historic sex offences that date back up to five decades.
Youthful Dockers aiming much higher after 2023 flop
Fremantle captain Alex Pearce says the club will use youth as a strength in 2024 as the Dockers try to bounce back from their unexpected flop last year.
Updated
Surfing
Picklum dominates in Hawaii to reclaim world No.1 mantle
It was an all-Australian affair at Sunset Beach as Margaret River-born Jack Robinson also took out the men’s title on Thursday.
Updated
AFL 2024
Angus Brayshaw’s shock concussion retirement
The Melbourne midfielder is retiring after receiving medical advice following the concussion he received in the qualifying final against Collingwood.
Opinion
Trade
$23b deal threatens America’s trade and defence ties
The bid by a Japanese steel company has been met with fierce political opposition that could unsettle America’s allies.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Opinion
Aviation
How Qantas’ new chief executive managed to thwart the critics
If one were to write a report card, Vanessa Hudson would score well – but there is room for improvement.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
This is the most famous hotel in Australia (if you’re British)
The Australian hotel seen by millions of British TV viewers every night isn’t quite as it appears on the small screen.
Breaking
Live music
Touchdown: Travis Kelce arrives in Sydney to join Taylor Swift
More tickets will be available for Swift’s shows at Accor Stadium this weekend.
Opinion
Tripologist
Can you still get round-the-world tickets? Yes, and they’re a bargain
The price alone makes them attractive if you have time to spare.
Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist
Western Australia
Updated
Schools
The $40m deal that ‘never was’: Zempilas claims state reneged on car park sale
The WA government wants to develop two car parks into a primary school in East Perth. But will the City of Perth hand over the land for free? (And was the state ever going to pay?)
Fortescue ups dividend, profits jump
Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue has reported a boost in earnings and profits despite shipments and production of iron ore from its key Pilbara operations falling.
Midland and airport line to shut down over Easter school holidays
The shutdown will take place from March 28 to April 8 as the Midland Line is realigned through the Bayswater junction.
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Industrial relations
Pilots cancel strike as cyclone threat looms off WA coast
The cyclone, anticipated to be a category 2 system, is expected to make landfall on Saturday.
WA man fights for right to ‘die with dignity’ in first-of-its-kind hearing
The State Administrative Tribunal sought free legal representation for the man, who in a state first challenged a decision not to let him die when he wanted.
Politics
Exclusive
International students
‘Nation’s reputation as study destination’ at risk as visas plunge
Private training colleges are losing thousands of overseas students under a federal directive that has slashed visa approvals by more than half.
Business
Updated
Earnings season
Qantas profit falls as airfares normalise
A sharp decline in first-half profits was unveiled by Qantas boss Vanessa Hudson as the price of plane tickets fell and flight capacity increased.
World
King Charles says well-wishers left him ‘in tears’
Charles’ meeting with PM Rishi Sunak was the first sight of him in a formal setting since his cancer diagnosis was announced.
Opinion
Explore
Property
The proportion of West Australians who own their own home is shrinking
Australia’s property market is one of the most expensive in the world, with the time taken for first home buyers to purchase a home rising in Perth.
Priced up to $28 million, these are our favourite luxury homes for sale
We’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch from across the country’s most luxurious properties.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Opinion
Sunday Life
It’s in our interest to keep having sex after 50. But how to spice it up?
“First off, for fellas, no flossing in bed, toenail clipping, belching or passing wind. Ever.”
Kathy Lette
Writer
Culture
Doco on conman Hamish McLaren puts the spotlight on devastated victims
It takes courage to go on camera and reveal how deeply you fell for a scammer’s game, says the producer of King Con.
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AFL 2024
‘Devastated I can no longer play’: Angus Brayshaw’s shock concussion retirement
Angus Brayshaw is retiring after receiving medical advice following the concussion he received in the qualifying final against Collingwood.
Updated
Surfing
Picklum dominates in Hawaii to reclaim world No.1 mantle
It was an all-Australian affair at Sunset Beach, with Australia’s Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson taking out the women’s and men’s title on Thursday.
‘He’s lied to me’: Gawn opens up on tumultuous Oliver relationship
Melbourne captain Max Gawn has vowed to keep Clayton Oliver “honest” as the star Demon midfielder continues to battle personal challenges.
Final-ball boundary seals stunning T20 triumph for Australia
Australia have won the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy opener in dramatic fashion, with Tim David hitting four off the final delivery for a six-wicket victory.
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AFL 2024
Police ‘assessing information’ over Smith’s alleged trafficking
Melbourne Football Club is under pressure to conduct a “deep dive” investigation into its culture after police became involved in allegations of drug trafficking against AFL player Joel Smith.
Match simulation
AFL 2024
Kangas coaches concentrating on players at their disposal and “North-ball”, not Tarryn Thomas
Goal-kicking ace Nick Larkey was in hot form for the Kangaroos, who will be encouraged by their win over the reigning premier, even if it was a match simulation contest and the Magpies were under-strength.
Bennett keeps rivals nervous for 2025 after Kiwis opt for local legend
Wayne Bennett remains without a head coaching role in 2025 for now after New Zealand opted to install Stacey Jones, their first Kiwi coach since 2017.
Have Your Say
Best of the best: Which three NRL superstars have missed the top 10?
Expert judges from the Herald and Nine have combined to produce the definitive list of the top 50 players in the NRL. Today, we continue with numbers 20 to 11.
