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‘He just whacked me’: Granddad knocked to ground at Perth bus stop
An elderly man shoved to the ground as he waited to catch a bus in Osborne Park wants the man who hurt him found.
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LoadingPerth’s rental vacancy rate at two-year high … 0.6 per cent!
Perth’s median rental price has remained steady at $650 a week over the June quarter for the first time in almost three years.
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Interest rates
Trump-Biden debate lifts chance of Australian rate rise
A showdown between two elderly and less-than-impressive politicians sends ripples of unease throughout the globe.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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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.
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Courts
‘It’s OK’: Lehrmann allegedly consoled woman during Toowoomba rapes
Bruce Lehrmann has been committed to stand trial for rape after his barrister failed to have the case thrown out of court.
Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue spied on former staff and their families
The billionaire mining magnate’s company hired private investigators amid allegations of stolen intellectual property.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Pro-Palestine protesters unfurl banners from roof of Parliament House
The protest came at the same time as a group of climate activists glued themselves to the floor in the building’s Marble Foyer.
Dozens of countries have slapped a sugar tax on junk food. But Australia is split on the decision
Taxing drinks based on their sugar content would force manufacturers to make their products healthier, a parliamentary report argues. Some are not so convinced.
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Political leadership
Labor believes WA senator plotted rebellion 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
‘Tell us now’: Zelensky demands Trump say now what his peace plan is for Ukraine
“We want to understand whether in November we will have the powerful support of the US, or will be all alone,” Zelensky said.
‘Enabler in Chief’: As Biden digs in, Trump turns his attack on Harris
Trump’s former immigration adviser Stephen Miller also lashed out, seeking to frame the Biden campaign in conspiratorial terms: “What did Kamala know and when did she know it?”
Rupert Murdoch’s Sun backs Labour in the election for first time in two decades
The paper, which has supported the Conservatives since 2009, has endorsed Keir Starmer in a blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
‘Rules go out the window’: Why Emma Stone can’t say no to one person
The actors star in the ‘really weird’ Kinds of Kindness, which was made before the Oscar-winning Poor Things was even released.
After saving four match points, this Kokkinakis comeback could be the best
The Australian looked down and out against the 17th seed, before he turned the rain-interrupted match on its head. The result leaves open the possibility that Kokkinakis could meet Australian No.1 and ninth seed Alex de Minaur in the third round.
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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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Surfing
Brett scalped himself on a remote island. A Learjet flew him to hospital
Drinking too much overseas can void your travel insurance. And if you like extreme sports, or a cruise, check the fine print.
Toxic boyfriend gets the TV treatment: ‘Now it’s Asher Keddie in his arms’
From a traumatic relationship came a Good Weekend cover story, then a book, and now, a TV series – proving all happy endings don’t look the same.
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.
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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.
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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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
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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Investigations
AFP investigation targets top officer
The AFP is embroiled in a conflict-of-interest controversy, amid revelations that a high-ranking official is under investigation for improperly awarding a contract.
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Mergers & acquisitions
Santos shares jump on report Middle Eastern giants are weighing up takeover bids
Saudi Aramco and Abu Dhabi National Oil have reportedly been separately studying potential bids for Australia’s $25 billion energy giant Santos.
World
‘Enabler in Chief’: As Biden digs in, Trump turns his attack on Kamala Harris
Republicans and conservative US media outlets have always taken aim at Harris, who is 21 years younger than the US president.
Opinion
Labor believes Fatima Payman’s rebellion was plotted for a month
Niki Savva
Award-winning political commentator and author
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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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Winter warmer
20 of our favourite winter one-pots to warm you up
Lifestyle
Polka dots, flying pigs and pockets: How to launch a fashion label
In tough economic times, standing out from the pack can be sensible as well as stylish.
Culture
‘Rules go out the window’: Why Emma Stone and Jesse Plemons can’t say no to Yorgos Lanthimos
The actors star in the ‘really weird’ Kinds of Kindness, which was made before the Oscar-winning Poor Things was even released.
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Paris 2024
Sorry, but rugby players posing in lingerie in 2024 is not ‘regressive’
Just as female athletes are transcending stereotypes, their agency is being stripped by former female athletes applying the very paternalistic lens they themselves sought to escape.
Emma Kemp
Sports reporter
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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
Thursday nights match against China in Melbourne is the final opportunity for Boomers players to impress coach Brian Goorjian before the team jets 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.
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Crittle was a man for all seasons, on and off the rugby field
Charles Peter Crittle was the very heart of rugby in Australia, a man who was formed by its friendships and experiences, and gave back to it many times over.
