The Booklist
A weekly newsletter for book lovers from books editor Jason Steger.
The Confession podcast
Murder was just the beginning in this astonishing new podcast.
The Traveller Quiz
Are you an expert traveller? Test your knowledge with our weekly travel quiz.
WA house price boom not just about migrants – another population is exploding
This demographic was minuscule in WA in 1993. You never saw them around – just in your community paper from time to time. But their number has since exploded.
Don’t strike on Tuesday, premier urges WA teachers
The premier said Tuesday’s planned action, which would close more than 80 schools across the state, was unnecessary, and he called for teachers to reconsider.
Linda Reynolds to continue defamation action despite apology
MP Linda Reynolds has vowed to continue with a suit against Brittany Higgins if Higgins continues to claim there was a political cover-up over her rape.
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Bondi Junction attack
Hero police officer comforts mourners at Bondi vigil
NSW Police Inspector Amy Scott, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, political leaders and thousands of locals paid their respects to those lost in the Bondi Junction knife attack.
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Nuclear energy
Coalition rift emerges over Dutton’s nuclear plans
Concerns over political risk have slowed the opposition energy plan, casting doubt on the Coalition’s previous aim of announcing six possible nuclear sites before the May budget.
US-led war games to sail into Chinese-claimed waters amid rising tensions
Australia will take part in an annual military exercise beginning this week that will send thousands of Philippine and American military personnel into contested waters.
RM Williams co-owner Nicola Forrest is sticking the boot in for women
In her first official media appearance since her separation from Andrew “Twiggy” Forrest, the billionaire has placed women’s boots front and centre of an $8 million factory expansion.
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Defence
A father’s grief, an army’s silence: New chopper crash theory emerges
It took only a few seconds for the Taipan to pitch up then plunge into the sea, killing all four on board. The quest for the truth has taken months.
US expected to sanction Israeli military unit as relations strain
Israeli leaders have harshly criticised an expected decision by the US to impose sanctions on a unit of ultra-Orthodox soldiers in the Israeli military.
Four Points
AFL 2024
Chaotic Collingwood rediscover their 2023 spark
Collingwood click again as they bring the energy back and the unbeaten Geelong must face the AFL’s best forward pairing without the best defender in the game.
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Political leadership
Labor vote falls to new low as Australians buckle under cost-of-living pressure
Australians have cut their support for the federal government as they feel the financial damage from rising prices and higher interest rates, according to the Resolve Political Monitor.
Opinion
Air travel
I thought I was flying Air NZ. Instead, I’m on an airline I’ve never heard of
Once onboard, I realise this is not the dreamy aircraft I thought I would be on.
Julia D'Orazio
Travel writer
Why fibre is the unsung hero in our diet (and how to eat more of it)
Protein, carbs and fats often hog the headlines but let’s not forget the importance of dietary fibre, the “quiet achiever” essential for long-term health.
Opinion
Musings
Gossiping isn’t evil, it’s our feminine duty
The art of talking about people when they’re not in the room deserves a positive rebrand.
Eliza Reilly
Ten great things you can do for free in New York
A billionaire’s playground, New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world. Which is why it’s surprising there are so many free things to do.
You shouldn’t wash your hair every day
There are mixed messages when it comes to hair care. This is what the experts say.
‘Makes my blood boil’: Ricciardo blasts Stroll after Grand Prix collision
Daniel Ricciardo accused Lance Stroll of not looking where he was going after the Aston Martin driver slammed into the Australian’s car at Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix.
Western Australia
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Education
The WA schools planning to close on Tuesday revealed
More than 80 public schools across Western Australia have confirmed they will close, or partially close during the teachers’ strike.
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Tragedy
Three brothers, including nine-year-old, among four killed in horror Wheatbelt crash
Three brothers, the youngest of whom was just nine years old, and their family friend have been identified as the four people killed in a horror crash south-west of Northam overnight.
Man attacked by shark at popular WA surf spot
A man is recovering in hospital after being bitten by a shark near Exmouth in Western Australia.
Eagles soar, Fremantle look to reset after shock western derby result
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant there were no excuses for his team’s western derby flop, saying his players simply got smoked in the contest.
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Courts
Man accused of firing rifle, pointing it at staff in WA tavern fronts court
A 41-year-old man accused of pointing a rifle at four staff members in a Wheatbelt pub before assaulting one and firing a shot into the floor has fronted court for the first time.
Politics
Reynolds to continue action despite Higgins apology
Linda Reynolds vowed to continue action against Brittany Higgins if she continued to claim there was a political cover-up.
Business
ASX-listed Russian coal miner’s proposed $76m fire sale under scrutiny
Australian authorities are examining a proposed deal that would benefit a fund that has been described as a “slush fund” for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
World
US-led war games to sail into Chinese-claimed waters
Australia will take part in an annual military exercise beginning this week that will send thousands of Philippine and American military personnel into contested waters.
Opinion
The best thing about the Lehrmann judgment? Its slowness in a time of dangerous speed
Jacqueline Maley
Columnist and senior journalist
It’s what Penny Wong didn’t say in her two-state solution speech that’s most alarming
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
Rape myths are extremely dangerous. Did the Lehrmann verdict bust them?
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
Explore
Property
Should you wait for interest rate cuts to buy a house?
Once interest rates fall, property prices would likely go up, but buyers could borrow more money, and new analysis shows whether it would be enough.
Want to live by the beach in WA for less than $1m? You can – but there’s a catch
Ten West Australian suburbs have made the Property Credit’s national list of affordable seaside homes.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Recipes
Make it easy: 10 simple meals for meat-free Monday
Lifestyle
Can you really hypnotise yourself? And if so, should you?
Self-hypnosis apps are becoming increasingly popular for managing stress and anxiety. But are they actually safe to use?
Culture
This Oscar-nominated film is a gripping examination of today’s classrooms
A young teacher is outraged when a boy in her class is blamed for a series of thefts. It’s not a far cry from the director’s own school years.
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Sport
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Asian Cup
Olyroos miss Paris qualification after crashing out of U23 Asian Cup
The Australian men’s team will not compete at the Olympics after drawing another blank in their final group game of the qualifying tournament.
Four Points
AFL 2024
Chaotic Collingwood rediscover their 2023 spark
Collingwood click again as they bring the energy back; the unbeaten Geelong must face the AFL’s best forward pairing without the best defender in the game; and footy’s bravest act may need to be flipped on its head
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Olympics
Australian swimming coach caught up in China drugs scandal
Veteran Australian swimming coach Denis Cotterell has vehemently rejected claims of systemic doping in Chinese swimming after a drug scandal rocked the sport.
Matildas’ next big crowning moment could be coming to Sydney
Sydney is in the box seat to host the final of the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup after NSW was announced as one of three host states, while there was also a surprising omission.
Double blow for Giants as Greene, Hogan banned
The Giants could be without two star forwards on Anzac Day with Toby Greene and Jesse Hogan both offered bans.
Eagles soar, Fremantle look to reset after shock western derby result
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant there were no excuses for his team’s western derby flop, saying his players simply got smoked in the contest.
Beale’s star debut as Force send Crusaders to bottom of Super Rugby table
The Western Force have heaped more pain on the Crusaders and dragged themselves off the bottom of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder with a bonus-point victory over the fallen champions in Perth.
Have Your Say
Personal attacks over support for Jennings rock Robinson
The Roosters coach has learnt the hard way that he’ll get nothing but hate for backing Michael Jennings.
