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Expert background and analysis on key issues and news events.
John Poynton on the pressure of a legacy and getting on the wrong side of a media mogul
The man widely considered one of Perth’s most successful corporate advisors talks flying, the pressure of a legacy, and his fear that he “wasn’t very bright”.
Proportion of WA students finishing year 12 drops to shocking low
The number of students in government schools staying until year 12 has plummeted over the past decade, and Western Australia has dropped more than any other.
Floreat murderer ‘did not meet threshold’ of restraining order
The state’s police commissioner has flagged an internal probe into three interactions the family of Mark Bombara had with police before his explosion of violence.
Exclusive
Environmental protection
‘Straight from the Gina Rinehart playbook’: Plibersek lashes Dutton’s mining project pledge
The opposition leader is promising to slash green tape for resources projects, which has prompted Tanya Plibersek to accuse him of writing policies for mining magnates.
Stuck in the sand: Perth’s got 2000 homes approved, but no one to build them
There are nearly 2000 homes approved in Perth that have not yet been started, which experts say is an abnormal lag.
Jumbo rent rises tipped in Perth due to new 12-month limit
One property analyst says the rental crisis is largely the fault of rising taxes combined with failed government policies and interference in the free market.
Nine boss Mike Sneesby faces more claims of his executives’ bad behaviour
Former Stan executive Adrian Foo attended this year’s Australian Open as a guest of Nine less than a year after leaving the company amid inappropriate conduct claims.
Opinion
Property market
Two weeks after the budget, I’ve realised I missed its most surprising revelation
The budget papers include a long statement spelling out what’s wrong with housing with a candour I’ve not seen before.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
‘Two-bit big shot’: Robert De Niro unleashes on Donald Trump outside hush money trial
As closing arguments began in the former president’s historic trial, the Hollywood star made a surprise appearance in Lower Manhattan.
Pope says ‘sorry’ for use of homophobic slur
Francis was said to have made the remark when the subject of admitting gay men to seminaries was raised by participants.
Home affairs minister backs Giles, but not department
Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil has backed Immigration Minister Andrew Giles after he was linked to several decisions preventing foreign criminals with longstanding connections to Australia from being deported.
It’s truffle season! Here’s where to taste WA’s black gold – with Gary Mehigan as your guide
Long table dinners, intimate cooking classes, boozy brunches … there are opportunities galore to explore WA’s food bowl here. Not to mention plenty of star power.
Byron Bay to Barcelona: Chris Hemsworth’s private chef shares his favourite dining spots
Michelin-trained Spanish chef Sergio Perera shares how he helped change the eating habits of his A-list employer.
Nearly half of Australian school students failed this science test. Can you pass?
The latest National Assessment Program report in science literacy found about a third of year 6 students say they do not have science lessons every week.
It’s truffle season! Here’s where to taste WA’s black gold – with Gary Mehigan as your guide
Long table dinners, intimate cooking classes, boozy brunches … there are opportunities galore to explore WA’s food bowl here. Not to mention plenty of star power.
Benedict Cumberbatch finds the perfect role in missing child thriller
British writer Abi Morgan recreates the crumbling New York City of the 1980s in a psychological thriller filled with complex characters and issues.
$4 million in four days: Why the ‘Matildas effect’ isn’t slowing down
The two friendlies against China have been sold out for weeks, and an average crowd of 50,000 has watched their last 12 matches on home soil.
Editor's Picks
Opinion
Social media
A social media ban for under-16s won’t work. Here’s what will
Nicole Jameson
Director, Dark Horse Agency
Opinion
UK election
A man who can’t organise an umbrella can’t possibly organise a teenage army
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Just in
THE PEOPLE OF PERTH
Opinion
Dreamy songs, dirty jokes: Engelbert raises roof at sold-out Perth show
It was at first hard to tell if the 88-year’s voice had held up as the packed house sang along so enthusiastically – but he’s definitely still got the charm.
Mark Naglazas
Journalist and sub editor
Old-world glamour arrives at Perth’s finest beachside address
Old meets new at Kailis Hospitality Group’s most ambitious opening ever. Come for the ocean views; stay for French and steakhouse classics cooked with care.
Western Australia
‘I want answers’: Daughter of Floreat killer says she warned police about ‘imminent threat to lives’
Mark Bombara’s daughter Ariel Bombara says serious concerns about her father and his guns were raised with WA Police multiple times in the lead up to the murders of Jenny and Gretl Petelczyc .
Updated
Environmental activism
Whitby removes ex-Chevron employee from gas appeal
Environment Minister Reece Whitby decided to remove Murdoch University Professor Simon McKirdy to maintain public confidence in the appeal committee’s work.
Oral contraceptive soon available over the counter in new WA trial
Those annoying, expensively frequent visits to the doctor may soon be a thing of the past now that WA is catching up with other states when it comes to the Pill.
Exclusive
Roger Cook
‘Where’s Mark?’: A day in the life of Roger Cook
The West Australian premier has a mammoth task ahead of him to communicate to the public what he stands for. Beyond, that is, being a “dad from Kwinana”.
Aged care worker who strangled woman had fixation on serial killers
His own defence lawyer said it seemed extraordinary that someone with Jacob Hoysted’s background was left to care for vulnerable people.
Politics
‘This cannot continue’: Wong demands Israel halt Rafah offensive
As Australia called for Israel to stop its military campaign in Rafah, a global medical charity urged it to implement sanctions on Israel.
Business
Shareholders approve fire sale of Russian mines to tycoon with former links to sanctioned oligarchs
Tigers Realm will sell its operations after the Federal Court ruled last month the company was in breach of sanctions against Russian interests.
World
Fresh blow in bid to have NRL star’s father deported home to Australia
The father of NRL star Payne Haas is accused of being at the “centre” of a failed drug smuggling attempt in Indonesia.
Opinion
The end of men like Darren Wick is coming. Here’s how I know
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
A tawdry tale of how Nine became its own headline
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
What’s the point of going to uni? It’s a question I’m still asking
Flynn Shan Benson
Graduate, essay prize winner
Explore
Property
Jumbo rent rises tipped in Perth due to 12-month limit on increases
One property analyst says the rental crisis is largely the fault of rising taxes combined with failed government policies and interference in the free market.
Stuck in the sand: Perth’s got 2000 homes approved, but no one to build them
There are nearly 2000 homes approved in Perth that have not yet been started, which experts say is an abnormal lag – but there are signs the backlog may soon ease.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Everyone at my brand-new job got a pay rise, except me. When can I ask for one?
When you’re new to a role, timing is everything when it comes to asking for a salary adjustment, says Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Culture
★★★★
Comedy
The Cleaner turns gruesome tragedy into hilarity in this cameo-filled comedy
UK funnyman Greg Davies plays a crime-scene cleaner who can’t help getting involved with the oddballs he encounters on the job.
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French Open
No-fuss Demon exacts revenge to breeze into second round at Roland-Garros
Alex de Minaur is the first Australian into the second round at Roland-Garros after a five-hour rain delay and watching five compatriots exit the claycourt major on the first two days.
Who is your club likely to pick in the mid-season draft?
The AFL’s annual mid-season rookie draft will be held on Wednesday.
Why the ‘Matildas effect’ isn’t slowing down
The two friendlies against China have been sold out for weeks.
‘I don’t know if it’s the last time,’ says Nadal
Rafael Nadal is unsure if he will be back next year at Roland-Garros.
Opinion
AFL 2024
AFL’s 11th commandment: Thou shall not get caught
If a tackler does neither of these two things, then play on it should be.
Greg Baum
Sports columnist
Opinion
Real Footy Podcast
Can Essendon go all the way this year?
This week on the Real Footy podcast, we discuss the unbeaten Bombers.
Staff writers
Have Your Say
Queensland picked Israel Folau. Why wouldn’t NSW pick Joseph Suaalii?
The relevant question about Suaalii isn’t about whether he should contest the Origin opener but on which side of the field he will play.
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
