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Construction

Customer complaints pile up against Perth builder Nicheliving

The shortfall of homes in WA is tipped to grow even wider over the next two years.

Commerce Minister Sue Ellery has revealed the staggering number of complaints lodged against troubled home builder Nicheliving.

‘My response appropriate’: WA officer at inquest of woman he killed

Constable Brent Wyndham is the officer who fatally shot JC.

A coronial inquest into the death of 29-year-old mentally ill woman JC has revealed the police’s own Internal Affairs Unit criticised the officer’s actions.

Fatima Payman has hurt Labor badly. And she isn’t done yet

Senator Fatima Payman’s defection to the crossbench has caused major damage to the government. And she isn’t done yet, either.

A large property an hours’ drive south of Perth has hit the market with potential to establish a new waterfront housing estate.

When Perth meets Peel: Rare waterfront landholding is new frontier of sprawl

The Plunkett family’s nearly 600-hectare block is tipped to be extremely well contested by Australian and global developers and well-heeled private investors.

Lifeline for WA beaches under threat from rising sea levels

Erosion at Mettams Pool before extensive sandbagging works in 2022

With 20,000km of coastline, Western Australia is facing a battle on all fronts against coastal erosion.

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Domestic violence

Perth mum vows to stop abusers profiting from victims’ deaths

Molly Wilkes died by suicide after years of domestic violence abuse.

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.

Chinese ‘tourist’ jailed over fatal breast surgery

A Chinese national used between nine and 12 times the safe dose of an anaesthetic before performing a botched procedure that killed a Sydney woman.

Fatima Payman quits Labor to sit as WA independent; Pro-Palestine protesters arrested

Senator Fatima Payman.

“I am here to be WA’s voice. Not just on this matter, but various issues that Western Australians have raised with me,” Payman said.

Inside the top-level discussions where Biden admits he has ‘only days’ to salvage candidacy

US President Joe Biden, left, and first lady Jill Biden hold hands as they arrive at Fort Lesley J. McNair, in Washington.

US President Joe Biden has stressed he is still deeply committed to the fight for re-election but understands his viability as a candidate is on the line.

‘Endless cycle of death and displacement’: Weary Gazans on the move again

An evacuation order by the Israeli military this week covering a third of Gaza came as people are less and less equipped to handle repeated forced displacements.

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AFL 2024

Too many whingers: The footy sook-fest has to stop

AFL football manager Laura Kane (centre) and coaches: (left, top to bottom) Damien Hardwick (Gold Coast), Ross Lyon (St Kilda), Chris Scott (Geelong) and (right) Luke Beveridge (Western Bulldogs), Adam Simpson (West Coast) and Michael Voss (Carlton).

The constant complaining in the AFL has gone too far and threatens to tarnish the code’s reputation as Australia’s premier sport.

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Kane Cornes

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Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue spied on former staff, families

 Andrew Forrest’s has taken legal action in the Federal Court against three former employees.

The billionaire mining magnate’s company hired private investigators amid allegations of stolen intellectual property.

She is 36, has a PhD and is heading to the Olympics to compete in breakdancing

In a sporting first, Rachael Gunn will be putting her skills to the test at Paris 2024.

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Perth

A thousand things to drink: This Perth bar has one of Australia’s great wine collections

This Perth venue is like taking yourself to Copenhagen, London or Paris without leaving William Street.

‘A lot more resilient than people think’: Perth’s youth push back

Alisha, Jake and Lara

We are living through nervous times. Here’s how Perth’s younger people are coping with the uncertainty and the challenges to follow their dreams.

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Forget the macho men, Jodie Comer is the real star of The Bikeriders

Tom Hardy and Austin Butler bring the beef as members of a Chicago bikie gang but Comer supplies the narration and is the main reason to see the film.

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This modern CBD pub puts the mate in maitre d

As this underground tavern enters its second decade, its triple-threat blend remains as reassuring (and welcome) as ever.

While the menu will be fluid and change constantly, accessible pricing will be a recurring theme.

The new  Freo restaurant that’s like going over to a chef mate’s

A community eatery reviving a much-loved location over winter has well-priced coastal Mediterranean dishes – and chefs trained in an influential Perth dining room.

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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

Chevron’s Gorgon LNG plant ships LNG to Japan and elsewhere in Asia.

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

Cr Hugh Nguyen staunchly defended claims he created a election pamphlet critising a fellow councillor

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.

Exiled WA senator being advised by the preference whisperer

Labor senator Fatima Payman.

Rogue Labor senator Fatima Payman is being advised by controversial election strategist Glenn Druery.

Alleged Perth train robbery baffles court

The accused outside court.

Perth prosecutors have been left puzzled by the alleged behaviour of a “talented” youth.

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The rise in Perth rents has stalled for the time being.

Perth’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.

A large property an hours’ drive south of Perth has hit the market with potential to establish a new waterfront housing estate.

When Perth meets Peel: Rare waterfront landholding is new frontier of sprawl

The Plunkett family’s nearly 600-hectare block is tipped to be extremely well contested by Australian and global developers and well-heeled private investors.

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Alex de Minaur wins his second round match against Spain’s Jaume Munar.

‘Very happy’: De Minaur books third round spot in straight sets

Australia’s top hope Alex de Minaur has booked his third round spot after defeating Spain’s Jaume Munar in straight sets on day four of Wimbledon.

AFL football manager Laura Kane (centre) and coaches: (left, top to bottom) Damien Hardwick (Gold Coast), Ross Lyon (St Kilda), Chris Scott (Geelong) and (right) Luke Beveridge (Western Bulldogs), Adam Simpson (West Coast) and Michael Voss (Carlton).
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AFL 2024

Too many whingers: Why the footy sook-fest has to stop

The constant complaining in the AFL has gone too far and threatens to tarnish the code’s reputation as Australia’s premier sport.

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Kane Cornes

AFL columnist

Essendon’s Andrew McGrath.

‘Remiss of us not to address it’: McGrath says Bombers wary of another late-season nosedive

Former No.1 draft pick turned Essendon vice captain Andrew McGrath will run out for his 150th game on Friday night against Collingwood at the MCG.

Reid celebrates a goal during the round 10 match between Waalitj Marawar (the West Coast Eagles) and Narrm (the Melbourne Demons) at Optus Stadium on May 19.

Demons won’t let Harley Reid ambush them again: coach

No.1 draft pick Reid proved the architect of the Demons’ downfall in the Eagles’ shock 35-point home win in May, collecting 21 disposals, seven clearances, two goals and three score assists in a magical display.

Thanasi Kokkinakis celebrates match point in his first round win at Wimbledon over 17th seed Felix Auger-Aliassime.

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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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.

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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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