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Tasmanian Devil tooth among ‘mind-blowing’ finds in destroyed Juukan Gorge

The Juukan Gorge rock shelters before they were legally destroyed by Rio Tinto blasting in 2020.

The first physical evidence that Tasmanian Devils once lived in the Pilbara is among the ‘mind-blowing’ finds made by in what is left of a rock shelter blasted by Rio Tinto in 2020.

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Dutton says WA senator Linda Reynolds vindicated, suggests Higgins apologise

Former Coalition minister Linda Reynolds has vowed to proceed with her own civil case against Brittany Higgins and her partner David Sharaz.

WA’s ‘cruel’ Gender Reassignment Board to be abolished

Transgender people will no longer need to undergo surgical reassignment to legally register a change of sex after the state government announced changes to the law.

Oakley has become a member of the family, even getting his own bandanna for Easter.

Perth animal shelter gives family their forever dog … then takes it back

A Baldivis family was overjoyed to have Oakley, showering him with love and toys and giving him the best seat on the couch. Then it all fell apart. Here’s why.

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WA MP served no-grounds eviction notice from Guildford landlord

WA politician Wilson Tucker.

A WA politician is calling for an end to no-grounds evictions after he was handed his own notice.

Dramatic rescue of teen boy who fell from cliff in Perth’s south east

Paramedics are working to stabilise the boy who fell at Old Barrington Quarry in Martin, before he will be winched out and taken to hospital.

Country coppers help Lehrmann give media the slip

Bruce Lehrmann departs court after the verdict on Monday.

Police on the NSW Central Coast let the disgraced former Liberal staffer use the station’s back door to escape a pursuing media pack in the hours after the ruling in his defamation case.

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Crime

One dead, two hospitalised over suspected mushroom drink poisoning at retreat

The Soul Barn wellness centre in Clunes.

Police are investigating if psychedelic “magic mushrooms” were used in a drink consumed by a woman who later became unwell and died at a wellness event in Clunes.

Teen lost finger in stabbing attack, previously brought knife to school, premier confirms

The teenager arrested after the Sydney terror attack was given a good behaviour bond in January. Follow our live coverage.

Senator Nick McKim and Brad Banducci in full flight.

Belting Brad: Senate turns supermarket CEO flogging into Olympic sport

The sparring between Greens senator Nick McKim and Woolies boss Brad Banducci deteriorated into an unedifying headbutting contest.

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Japan a step closer to joint-custody laws and greater hope for Australian parents

Melbourne mother Catherine Henderson has been fighting to get access to her two children since 2019.

Dozens of children, including at least 89 with Australian parents, have been abducted in Japan by one parent under a century-old law.

A stabbing, a riot, a nation divided: Albanese’s toughest test

Albanese did all the right things. He said all the right things. Yet the events of Monday night exploded regardless.

Spire collapses as fire rips through historic Copenhagen stock exchange

Passers-by rushed to save priceless paintings and valuables when a fire broke out in one of Copenhagen’s most famous buildings.

Trump’s trial stumbles at first hurdle: 50 jurors admit they can’t be impartial

Former president Donald Trump attends jury selection at Manhattan criminal court in New York.

The trial, one of four for the ex-president, centres on Trump’s alleged attempt to cover up a sex scandal ahead of the 2016 election.

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Despite some awkward design elements, this lie-flat business class seat is one of the most comfortable in the sky.

Casa crew bring terrific pizza (and pizza-adjacent favourites) to Mount Hawthorn  

The crisp, 96-hour-fermented pizzas are designed to travel but can also be enjoyed in-store. And yes, there’s a Hawaiian pizza on the menu.

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The Bali town every Australian knows, but few ever actually visit

No one would ever mistake Bali’s capital for a pretty town, but it offers its own unexpected charms.

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Western Australia

WA Attorney General John Quigley announcing the reforms alongside former AFL star Danielle Laidley.

WA’s ‘cruel’ Gender Reassignment Board to be abolished

Transgender people will no longer need to undergo surgical reassignment to legally register a change of sex after the state government announced changes to the law.

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Renting

WA MP served no-grounds eviction notice from Guildford landlord

WA politician Wilson Tucker.

A WA politician is calling for an end to no-grounds evictions after he was handed his own notice.

Goyder appeals to Woodside shareholders to back climate plan

Richard Goyder say he has never been more energised or excited to lead the Woodside board.

Woodside chair Richard Goyder has written a last-minute letter to investors ahead of a vote next week on his own position and the company’s plans for climate change.

Half-day teachers’ strike looms for WA schools: What parents need to know

School teachers could go on strike next week over pay and conditions.

Teachers are planning to strike next Tuesday over salary and working conditions. So how will it affect students – and parents?

Dramatic rescue of teen boy who fell from cliff in Perth’s south east

Dramatic rescue of teen boy who fell from cliff in Perth’s south east

Paramedics are working to stabilise the boy who fell at Old Barrington Quarry in Martin, before he will be winched out and taken to hospital.

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Property prices have risen in the Tweed Valley area, which includes Kingscliff.

Property prices climb in regions as buyers favour tree and sea change

Since mid-last year, local economic conditions, plus the affordability and lifestyle factors, have sparked a turnaround in property in regional Australia.

Balcatta has been named a rising star in a new property report.

From Balcatta to Wellard, the Perth suburbs primed for price growth

The first signs of moderation in the three-year Perth property boom are evident, but 10 suburbs are rising stars, according to a new report.

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The Bulldogs were upset by the Bombers on Friday night.

‘Rebuilding is a myth’: Talk of Bulldogs rift ‘a total fiction’, says Beveridge

Luke Beveridge has dismissed the idea of a rift with players as “total fiction” despite controversial team selections this year, saying rebuilding is a myth and a line had not been put through any senior players.

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Lion’s lifeline: Cameron escapes with fine as AFL Tribunal notes ‘a rare case’

In a rare decision, Charlie Cameron’s clean record over more than 200 games paid dividends after the Brisbane livewire escaped with a fine at the tribunal for his sling tackle on Jake Lever.

Kelly Slater is chaired off at Margaret River.

‘Feels like the end’: Emotional Slater ready to call time on surfing’s greatest career

The 11-time world champion struggled to compose himself as his exit from professional surfing looms, with a farewell at his favourite Fijian wave on the cards.

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‘The constant battle’: Why Collingwood’s Nathan Murphy is hanging up the boots at 24

Headaches, migraines, anxiety. Nathan Murphy opens up about his immediate retirement from football after suffering concussion in last year’s grand final.

Peter Bol is back on the Olympic team after a turbulent three years since Tokyo.

How Peter Bol fought back from false doping accusation to make Olympic team

He’s been wrongly accused, temporarily banned, and sidelined by a pesky hamstring injury. But Peter Bol is not only “thrilled” to be back on the Australian team for Paris 2024; he also sent a warning that he is there to win gold.

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Why West Coast’s win was Waterman’s watershed moment

There was plenty to like about the Eagles’ first win of the season on Sunday, but the performance from a 25-year-old in his eighth season on the list stood out most.

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Here comes Harley: Key takeouts from round five

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