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Domestic violence
Perth mum vows to stop abusers profiting from victims’ deaths
Julie Adams says her beautiful, feisty daughter died after relentless and emotional, sexual, physical and financial abuse. She wants to stop it happening to others.
Perth’s rental rat race ‘less frenzied’, but tenants not out of the woods yet
Perth house rents remained steady over the quarter for the first time in almost three years but with developers struggling to get residential projects to stack up it will be many years before Perth low vacancy rate improves substantially.
Is Atlassian’s year-long experiment the future of work?
Australia’s largest technology company’s new workspace has just 12 desks in total and barely any meeting rooms. But its workers love it.
Analysis
Interest rates
Mortgage holders warned to brace for higher interest rates
Higher interest rates could be on the way if inflation does not soon show signs of slowing.
Why Australia’s fastest woman won’t compete in the Olympics’ fastest race
Sprint sensation Torrie Lewis is Australia’s fastest woman over 100 metres, but she won’t compete in the blue-ribbon event at Paris.
Analysis
Gas
The Gorgon deal that could up the stakes on WA’s looming gas shortage
Western Australia’s biggest gas plant may be able to export for 30 years with no obligation to supply the state, thanks to an agreement struck two decades ago.
CBD feels the love at the Midwinter Ball
Business leaders, lobbyists, media executives and actors have descended on Canberra for a night of shameless networking … sorry, raising money for charity.
Opinion
Political leadership
Labor believes Fatima Payman’s rebellion was plotted for a month
The young senator’s decision to cross the floor and to later speak out against her party bears all the hallmarks of a carefully co-ordinated plan, according to Labor figures.
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
Could delaying menopause help women live longer?
The earlier a woman enters this life phase, the higher her risk for developing dementia, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis and more.
Lawyer charged with smuggling drug-filled balloons into Sydney prison
The solicitor allegedly concealed cocaine, methamphetamine, buprenorphine and tobacco inside six balloons.
Payman furore to come to a head as Albanese suggests exit
It’s understood Fatima Payman intends to make a statement about her future on Thursday and announce a formal split from Labor.
Why Australia’s fastest woman won’t compete in the Olympics’ fastest race
Sprint sensation Torrie Lewis is Australia’s fastest woman over 100 metres, but she won’t compete in the blue-ribbon event at Paris.
‘Spent too much money’: A-League club distributions slashed to $500,000
APL chairman Stephen Conroy says the competition was facing financial ruin unless it passed a $20 million hit onto club owners.
The top 10 TV shows to put in your diary for the second half of the year
From Vince Vaughn to Keira Knightley and Cate Blanchett, TV has some treats lined up over the next six months.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Is Darcy Moore really playing ‘awful’ footy? Cornes and McClure go head-to-head
The two footy media heavyweights who don’t shirk the big issues are refusing to back down on Collingwood captain Darcy Moore. Here, they both make their case.
THE PEOPLE OF PERTH
They help kickstart our days, but what does it take to be a top barista?
Three masters of the espresso machine explain why it takes more than an excellent brew to make the perfect coffee shop experience.
Dullsville? Hardly: Perth people share the city they know
Think Perth is quiet? You just need to know where to go. Here are some Perth punters who can definitely give you some inspiration for what to do this weekend.
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Crime
Alleged Karrinyup knife attacker re-offended hours after bail: police
A teenager alleged to have stolen knives at a shopping centre and taken part in stabbing two men allegedly went on a crime spree just hours after getting bail.
Former WA councillor cleared over election pamphlet smear
A pamphlet distributed to thousands of homes intended to sully the reputation of a local government councillor backfired when the featured candidate won the seat.
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Exiled WA senator being advised by the preference whisperer
Rogue Labor senator Fatima Payman is being advised by controversial election strategist Glenn Druery.
Alleged Perth train robbery baffles court
Perth prosecutors have been left puzzled by the alleged behaviour of a “talented” youth.
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Detained citizens
Jailed Perth grandma’s family plead for action on ‘love scam’ trial
The family of Donna Nelson have spoken with Foreign Minister Penny Wong, in a bid to speed up the 58-year-old’s trial in Japan after it was delayed again due to last-minute evidence.
Politics
Early end-of-financial-year sales help lift retail spending
Retail turnover rose by 0.6 per cent in May following two sluggish months of consumer spending.
Business
Opinion
Regulation
More dog than watchdog: How to fix our broken corporate regulator
ASIC has failed in its sole mandate to enforce the country’s corporate laws and is in a “dire” state with an unenviable prosecutorial rate.
Elizabeth Knight
Business columnist
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US Votes 2024
Biden blames jet lag for poor debate; poll shows Harris now more popular
As the White House remains in damage control after a disastrous debate, a CNN poll shows voters believe the vice president has a better chance of beating Donald Trump.
Opinion
Mortgage holders warned to brace for higher interest rates
John Collett
Personal finance editor
Why you could be wasting a lot of money on basic health insurance
John Collett
Personal finance editor
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Property
Going, going, gone: The Perth suburbs where houses are selling like wildfire
There are some Perth suburbs where you can sell a house in as little as four or five days. And they’re not the ones you might expect.
Perth home price gains lead the nation – so what can a lazy $750,000 buy you?
Fresh data shows Perth homeowners have gained a $15,000 wealth boost in June as property prices continued to surge.
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Lifestyle
What running extreme distances does to a person’s body
Extreme charity challenges have become increasingly popular, but there is a price to pay.
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Wildlife
I wanted to turn this mother and baby away. My grandsons stopped me
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Opinion
Sunday Life
I’m a writer, so how does my statistician partner beat me at word games?
Kerri Sackville
Columnist and author
Culture
How Mia Goth became Hollywood’s gloriously demented scream queen
With MaXXXine, the British actress wraps up a trilogy for the ages.
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AFL 2024
Is Darcy Moore really playing ‘awful’ footy? Cornes and McClure go head-to-head
The two footy media heavyweights who don’t shirk the big issues are refusing to back down on Collingwood captain Darcy Moore. Here, they both make their case.
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Paris 2024
‘You’re a liar’: The tough family moments on Lauren Jackson’s road to Paris
Australian basketball legend Lauren Jackson, who describes herself as “on borrowed time”, will play at her fifth Olympics in Paris – 12 years after her last appearance, in London. Her path to Paris has been a minefield.
Rublev’s wrath: Sixth seed Russian throws tantrum in loss to Wimbledon novice
Andrey Rublev is one of the world’s best players, but can throw a wobbly like no one else, as he showed in his first-round loss.
Boomers coach stresses on final selection as young stars look to new NBA teams
The Australian Boomers will play on Thursday night and then wait to hear from coach Brian Goorjian about whether they will be going to Paris 2024.
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Paris 2024
Hoy falls at final hurdle in bid for ninth Olympics
The Australian rider, who has won six Olympic medals since his Games debut at Los Angeles in 1984, has missed out on a ticket to Paris.
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AFL 2024
The star Pies racing the clock to face Dons; Blue Boyd’s ban downgraded; Umpiring is as good as ever, says AFL boss
Collingwood have two premiership players in doubt this week, but there is relief on the injury front for Carlton and Hawthorn, while AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has defended the league’s under-pressure umpires.
‘Absolute scenes’: Wanderers hit with huge penalty for flares and pitch invasion
The A-League club has been heavily punished for wild scenes at a state league match against Sydney Olympic in May.
Have Your Say
The NRL wants the Top Gun of video refs in the bunker. It can’t come quick enough
Wayne Bennett spoke for many when he criticised the NRL over its matchday officiating. Changes are coming, but will they satisfy coaches, players and fans?
Andrew Webster
Chief Sports Writer
