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Courts
WA tight-lipped on Ms Dhu settlement over ‘racist’ unpaid fines law
The state government has partially settled a lawsuit levelled by the family of Ms Dhu, who are leading a class action for compensation after she died in custody over unpaid fines.
‘As bad as it’s ever been’: Property prices blow out and pay rises lag
Home prices have risen much faster than wages over the long term, and the gap looks set to widen.
Labor’s deportation bill shelved in Senate stand-off
The government pushed debate on the bill to the next parliamentary sitting in late June as Immigration Minister Andrew Giles faced off with the Coalition.
Opinion
Electric vehicles
I really want an electric car. But they shouldn’t be this confusing
If we’re going to save the planet with these things, we need to be able to buy one without a literal PhD in computer science to understand how they work.
Jenny Sinclair
Contributor
Opinion
McBride trial
David McBride is not a whistleblower or a hero. He is a man convinced of his own opinion
One person’s whistleblower can be another person’s thief, or even traitor. And so it is with the McBride case.
Rodger Shanahan
Middle East and security analyst
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Indigenous art
Gold medallist led campaign to take down Gina Rinehart portrait
Kyle Chalmers and one of the top officials in Australian swimming co-ordinated a group of 20 elite Australian swimmers to campaign against the National Gallery.
Olympian denies sexual misconduct, steps down from coach role
Brendan Kerry has stood down from his coaching position in Sydney as Australian skating authorities investigate the events that led the US Centre for SafeSport to impose a lifetime ban for sexual misconduct involving a minor.
Opinion
Scott Morrison
Morrison cozying up to Trump is weird, but it could soon get weirder
Forgiveness has always been an article of Christian faith, but is our former PM stretching the friendship?
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
Opinion
Pension
Deeming freeze a plus for pensioners, but rates can’t stagnate forever
The freezing of deeming rates has provided some certainty in an environment of rising interest rates. But at some point they will need to rise.
Noel Whittaker
Money columnist
Alcoa boosts research amid concerns ‘extensive knowledge gaps’ threaten Perth’s water supply
Alcoa’s funding will support a forest research centre for five years and will also boost its own team of environmental researchers from four to eleven.
Cloud seeding: Indonesia attempts to redirect rain after killer floods
More rain is forecast after monsoonal downpours triggered a landslide of mud and cold lava from Mount Marapi, that caused rivers to breach their banks.
Unemployment increase reduces chance of higher interest rates
Economists say the job market is cracking under the pressure of the Reserve Bank’s aggressive interest rate hikes.
Opinion
Private schools
Our friends are shocked we don’t send our son to a private school. Here’s why
As an outsider, I see Australia’s selective and private schools mainly as a mechanism that perpetuates social inequality.
Theun Pieter van Tienoven
Sociologist
I want to hate Bridgerton but, like any good romance, I can’t quit
It is said the heart is forever making the head a fool. Well, Bridgerton is forever making a fool of me.
Finally, something new for Fashion Week: Old clothes on the runway
On the runway, more brands are championing the idea that past season doesn’t mean old. But some are doing it louder than others.
Two of Us
Good Weekend
For decades, Vince remembered what one Perth teacher had told him. Then they met again
Butcher and philanthropist Vince Garreffa has never forgotten what his former teacher, Irene Froyland, said to him when he told her he was leaving school.
THE PEOPLE OF PERTH
Three things I love: Crown Perth chief executive David Tsai
Crown Perth is known for fine dining, but the resort boss loves nothing more than a casual feed with the family at his top Asian locals – shared with you here.
‘It was instantaneous’: Meet Perth’s very own Jerry and George
Friendships are flourishing around Perth, with cafes and bars full of people who clearly love each other; we guarantee that reading this will make you smile.
Western Australia
Ex-AFL star jailed for WA drug trafficking scheme
The former St Kilda footballer will spend at least three years in prison over his involvement in a cross-country drug trafficking ring.
Labor senators condemn ‘river to the sea’ chant in rebuke of WA Senator Fatima Payman
Senior Labor figures, including the prime minister, also distanced themselves from Senator Fatima Payman who accused Israel of conducting a genocide in Gaza.
The portrait Gina Rinehart doesn’t want you to see
Australia’s richest person wants the National Gallery to remove a portrait of her by Archibald Prize-winning Indigenous artist Vincent Namatjira.
Santos slashes Perth office: 200 positions to go
Oil and gas producer Santos will cut positions at its Perth office by more than a third, from 550 to 350, due to old assets nearing the end of production and delays to new projects.
Politics
Labor’s deportation bill shelved in Senate stand-off
The government pushed debate on the bill to the next parliamentary sitting in late June as Immigration Minister Andrew Giles faced off with the Coalition.
Business
Opinion
Inflation
Wall Street finally got the inflation news it has been desperate for
At last there’s some good news on US inflation that raises hopes of interest rate cuts. But the excitement might be premature.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
World
French officials see foreign interference behind deadly riots in New Caledonia
Azerbaijan had invited separatists from the French territories last year, resulting in a group whose stated aim is to support “French liberation and anti-colonialist movements”.
Opinion
Morrison cozying up to Trump is weird, but soon Albanese might have to
Nick Bryant
Journalist and author
Why house prices will stay stronger for longer
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
Sport off free TV? Tell ’em they’re streaming
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
I’ve seen what a Facebook news ban looks like – more Clive and Peta
Elise Thomas
Disinformation and conspiracy analyst
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Property
Six of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From an idyllic rural retreat to a modern home with in-ground trampoline, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
What it costs to live in the Perth suburbs where wellbeing is highest
A suburb’s wellbeing was measured on several indicators including health, environment, jobs and income – but it comes at a price.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Finally, something new for Fashion Week: Old clothes on the runway
On the runway, more brands are championing the idea that past season doesn’t mean old. But some are doing it louder than others.
Culture
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Indigenous art
Gold medallist led campaign to take down Gina Rinehart portrait
Kyle Chalmers and one of the top officials in Australian swimming co-ordinated a group of 20 elite Australian swimmers to campaign against the National Gallery.
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AFL 2024
The stats that show why the AFL should undo Hocking’s rule changes
The AFL’s implementation of the six-six-six rule and other recent changes have failed to deliver on the promises of enhanced scoring and improving the game’s look. Instead, we have confusion.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
The selection dilemma that proves just how well the Swans are going
Luke Parker has barely missed a game since making his debut for Sydney in mid-2011 – but he will spend a third consecutive week in the VFL due to the Swans’ incredible depth.
AFL round 10 teams and tips: Blues make changes for Swans blockbuster
Carlton’s injury curse has forced further changes ahead of their clash with the top-of-the-table Swans on Friday night.
Political football: FIFA to vote on push to expel Israel
A push to expel Israel from international football has opened a new schism in Australia, which plans to abstain from the vote despite the urging of former Socceroo Craig Foster.
Analysis
EPL
The Premier League has exposed Postecoglou as a purist in an impure world
The Australian is running Tottenham with principle. But English football is not always good and nourishing, and Postecoglou is not always patient with deviation.
Analysis
Women’s Asian Cup
Matildas’ encore on home soil cause for excitement for fans and FA alike
The buzz of the Women’s World Cup has been and gone, but another dose is coming, with official confirmation that the 2026 Women’s Asian Cup will be played in Australia.
Opinion
Broadcast rights
Sport off free TV? Tell ’em they’re streaming
The free-to-air TV broadcast stations are in a battle with pay television companies for sporting rights.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Have Your Say
Sport off free TV? Tell ’em they’re streaming
The free-to-air TV broadcast stations are in a battle with pay television companies for sporting rights.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
