The Reporter podcast Perth: the story of T3 (Part I)
The clandestine interview with a secret operative working to sting corrupt cops.
Trial by Water podcast
A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.
Eating out in Perth & WA
Trusted reviews from WA’s best food writer, all in one place.
Mock rescue goes wrong at BHP’s Leinster nickel mine
A rescuer needed rescuing after a safety drill went badly wrong at BHP’s Leinster underground mine, leaving a miner dangling over a 150-metre deep shaft.
West Australians work the longest hours in the country. The industry most are in won’t be a surprise
The Commonwealth Bank’s State and Territory Quarterly Perspective, released on Monday, found WA has the strongest economy in the country. But not everything is positive.
The Perth postcodes where homeowners are selling at a loss
Back in 2020, nearly half of homes were sold at a loss in Perth, now in a remarkable turnaround the percentage of loss-making sales has declined to 6.4 per cent.
Opinion
Russia-Ukraine war
He’s ‘rooting’ for Putin’s war in Ukraine: How did Tucker Carlson get an Australian visa?
The issue with Carlson is not so much his political outlook or unstinting support for Donald Trump. Rather, it is his attitude to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Jon Richardson
Former diplomat
Government’s clean power shift not happening fast enough, says grid operator
The energy market operator has warned not enough renewable energy generators, batteries and transmission lines are being built in time to replace coal-fired energy.
The politicians who skipped question time to fawn over Tucker Carlson
The conspiracy-peddling favourite of the global Trumpian right visited Australia’s corridors of power. But tour promoter Clive Palmer was nowhere to be seen.
Exclusive
Assange saga
The three words that led to freedom for Julian Assange
After numerous plot twists, the high stakes hide-and-seek game is coming to a dramatic conclusion, with both Julian Assange and the US getting what they need.
Assange’s wife speaks after WikiLeaks founder’s plea deal
The wife of Julian Assange says the WikiLeaks founder’s children still don’t know their father is expected to soon return home to Australia as a free man.
Take two: Shein pop-up shop moves to Claremont Showgrounds
Shein Air pop-up to land at Centenary Pavilion at the Claremont Showgrounds on July 5 after canned announcement in Joondalup.
Exclusive
Alcoa investigation
Watercorp ‘certain’ Perth’s dams will be contaminated by mining
Water Corporation concluded that contamination of Perth’s dams is “certain”.
Antoinette Lattouf’s mediation with ABC fails, dispute to go to Federal Court
The journalist’s termination dispute against the ABC will go to trial after mediation talks ended in a stalemate.
Opinion
Charity
I’m being generous this EOFY, but the taxman is not
We’re less generous than we used to be. Could that be because the taxman is hassling us about our benevolence?
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Analysis
Super Fit
How do you actually spend your super? Here’s all you need to know
Spending your superannuation can be daunting and, at times, confusing. Here’s all you need to know about accessing your nest egg.
Opinion
Tips & advice
Airbnb is not what it was. Here’s why I haven’t used it in years
I was an early adopter not just because of its convenience, but also for its connection to local life. But then it began to change.
Ben Groundwater
Travel writer
Italy break Croatian hearts at Euros with last-kick equaliser
Croatia face a nervous wait at the Euros after Mattia Zaccagni cancelled out Luka Modric’s star turn, while Spain’s win over Albania means England advance.
Australia on brink of T20 World Cup exit after loss to India
After losing to India, Australia missed the semi-finals when Bangladesh lost to Afghanistan in dramatic and controversial circumstances.
I’m very well-paid, but totally burnt out. What should I do?
You are not alone; 44 per cent of Australian workers are dealing with burnout, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
THE PEOPLE OF PERTH
‘I’m always comparing myself to others my age’: Perth people open up
In the paradise of Perth, people have their challenges, whether depression, pressure to succeed or missing a former home. Nevertheless, they’re still driven by dreams.
Cassius Turvey’s mother addresses event as 2024 WA Australian of the Year
After Mechelle Turvey’s 15-year-old son, Cassius, was fatally assaulted coming home from school, she began training police recruits in dealing with victims of crime. On Tuesday, as WA 2024 Australian of the Year she addressed the state’s Inspiring Australians’ Breakfast.
Western Australia
Perth couple critical with suspected carbon monoxide poisoning
The man and woman, aged in their 50s, were using a charcoal heater to try and stay warm overnight as the temperature plummeted to three degrees. They never woke in the morning and are now fighting for their lives in hospital.
Take two: Shein pop-up moves to Claremont Showgrounds
Shein Air pop-up to land at Centenary Pavilion at the Claremont Showgrounds on July 5 after canned announcement in Joondalup.
‘Many will regret their decisions’: East coast investors caught out in Perth property buying frenzy
Many east coast investors raiding the Perth property market are paying too much to beat the competition without regard to quality or location.
Exclusive
Alcoa investigation
Worries of ‘irreversible’ damage to jarrah forest by Alcoa revealed
Water Corporation concluded that contamination of Perth’s dams is “certain” but the state government heavily watered-down its recommendations to reduce the risks from bauxite mining.
Exclusive
Media & marketing
Axe swings at Seven West Media with 150 jobs to go
Redundancies come as the Kerry Stokes-controlled media company braces for the end of a lucrative commercial deal with Facebook and Instagram’s owner Meta.
Politics
‘I walked for humanity’: Labor senator defiant over stance
Senator Fatima Payman crossed the floor to vote with the Greens over Palestine.
Business
China’s lust for the world’s smelliest fruit is making people rich
A single durian is the size of a rugby ball and can emit an odour so powerful that it is banned from most hotels.
World
What to know before Friday’s blockbuster Biden v Trump debate
It’s been four years since the pair last shared a debate stage, and polls suggest they are virtually tied as they edge towards an election rematch in November.
Opinion
I’m relieved for Julian Assange. I’m also deeply concerned
Peter Greste
Author, journalist and academic
Apple’s future could be shaped outside the US amid $57b threat in Europe
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
What most Israelis hope will happen to Netanyahu when the war is over
Peter Hartcher
Political and international editor
Explore
Property
‘Many will regret their decisions’: East coast investors caught out in Perth property buying frenzy
Many east coast investors raiding the Perth property market are paying too much to beat the competition without regard to quality or location.
Fifty shades of beige: ‘Unprecedented demand’ for abandoned Perth house
This, ahem, retro 1980s house features many details synonymous with the decade, including a sunken lounge, frosted glass and a fetching colour palette.
Good Food
Lifestyle
How our exposure to light can predict our risk of diabetes
A new study has found a surprising link between light behaviours and type 2 diabetes.
Culture
Opinion
ABC
Comedy panels over smart analysis? That’s not what the ABC needs right now
Panel shows loaded with comedians and repeats of Hard Quiz may be cheap and easy, but they’re hardly a triumph.
Debi Enker
Opinion
Documentaries
Becoming a Celine Dion fan had nothing to do with her songs
Michael Ruffles
Deputy state topic editor
Traveller
Drivedrive
From Our Partners
Sport
Australia dumped from T20 World Cup but Afghanistan’s tactics under scrutiny
After losing to India, Australia missed the semi-finals when Bangladesh lost to Afghanistan in dramatic and controversial circumstances.
Former pro surfer and Pirates of the Caribbean actor killed in shark attack
Tamayo Perry is believed to be the first high-profile surfer to die from a shark attack after his death in Hawaii aged 49.
Exclusive
Fremantle Dockers
Season over? Fears Dockers captain Alex Pearce suffered multiple fractures of arm
Pearce is a major reason for the Dockers’ resurgence up the ladder and push for a finals return, playing all 14 games this year.
T20 World Cup as it happened: Australia bow out of World Cup after Afghanistan seal thrilling victory over Bangladesh
Afghanistan and Bangladesh have played out a thriller at the T20 World Cup.
Analysis
AFL 2024
The charts that show how the umpires stopped blowing the whistle
The AFL had encouraged umpires to pay more holding-the-ball free kicks in a league directive in late May but, after an early spike, this round had the lowest average since round two.
Analysis
ICC Men’s World Cup
Drama and farce reign, but Australia didn’t deserve a World Cup semi-final
Afghanistan sealed Australia’s World Cup fate at 1.05am Caribbean time, but the defining moment of a failed campaign arrived well before then.
Analysis
AFL 2024
Claws for concern: Geelong’s defence is leaky, but that’s not Tom Stewart’s fault
Champion Cat Tom Stewart is being targeted by opposition teams, as per usual. But his teammates aren’t supporting him as they should.
Have Your Say
‘Focus on the physical’: Inside the Blues’ emotional bonding session
Roy Masters joined the NSW squad for their jersey presentation and team meeting on Monday evening.
