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Eating out in Perth & WA

Trusted reviews from WA’s best food writer, all in one place.

If these walls could talk: I heard explosive secrets in this sleepy suburban hotel.

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

Trial by Water podcast

A new investigative podcast about one of Australia’s most controversial cases.


Bruce Lehrmann-Ten evidence probed for Higgins-Reynolds defamation case

Senator Linda Reynolds outside court in Perth at a previous hearing.

The WA senator and former defence minister is suing her former political staffer, Brittany Higgins, over social media posts she says damaged her reputation.

Voters swing to Dutton in new sign of angst over Australian economy

Albanese and Dutton

With households suffering from rising prices and higher interest rates, 53 per cent of voters name the cost of living as the most important issue in deciding their votes.

Not everyone is suffering in Perth property with one Airbnb making more than the average Aussie wage

The four-bedroom, three-bathroom home in the Perth suburb of North Coogee includes a fully-equipped studio that is lucrative on Airbnb.

A render of Akaysha Energy’s proposed Orana battery storage system under construction near Wellington, NSW

Giant batteries are getting even bigger in Australia – and WA – as coal exit nears

Developers of giant batteries designed to smooth the shift from coal to cleaner power are attracting record levels of investment.

Biden planned to ramp up his attacks on Trump. Now those plans are in disarray

President Joe Biden addresses the nation from the Oval Office of the White House after the attack on Donald Trump.

The US president faces a delicate balancing act in his campaign for re-election as America reels from the attempted assassination.

‘I’m supposed to be dead’: Trump recalls his survival after shooting

Trump has given an interview with The New York Post, where he says he’s “supposed to be dead” as he recounts the shooting at the rally in Pennsylvania.

See ya, Setka! Why union chief’s departure is good news for women

Former secretary of the CFMEU’s Victorian branch John Setka (Photo: Michael Quelch) and former Australian of the Year Rosie Batty (Photo: Alex Ellinghausen).

It took a long time for the CFMEU to be rid of John Setka. Now it finally is.

Jenna Price
Jenna Price

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Labor executive set to ban donations from Victorian CFMEU

The move is an attempt to cauterise the political damage over revelations of underworld infiltration into the scandal-plagued construction union.

Australia refuses to match allies sanctioning China over support for Russia

Zelenzky and Marles.

The UK, US and the EU are among those sanctioning Chinese companies accused of helping Russia wreak havoc in Ukraine. The Albanese government is an outlier.

Trio found guilty of gang rape of three women during buck’s party weekend

Maurice Hawell, Andrew David and Marius Hawell outside court.

Maurice Hawell, his younger brother Marius Hawell, and friend Andrew David faced trial over the sexual assaults across two nights at an Airbnb apartment.

Tassie haunts Fremantle once again; West Coast enter new era

It was another case of Tassie torment for Fremantle against Hawthorn while the Eagles’ new era begun yesterday.

Katy Perry channels sexy Rosie the Riveter in the Woman’s World music video.

Katy Perry is back with a ‘feminist’ anthem. It’s a train wreck

Katy Perry’s much-anticipated new single begins with the lyrics “sexy, confident, so intelligent”. Unfortunately, it is none of those things.

‘The best part of my life’: Meet the pooches of Perth

People of Perth dogs Linda and Ziv

They are expensive, inconvenient, hard to train and need a lot of attention. Then they die and leave you heartbroken. So what keeps Perth people going back for more?

A dietitian ranks 10 popular supermarket mueslis from the healthiest to the hell-no

From nutty to toasted and fruity, and everything in between, which muesli product comes out on top? Susie Burrell breaks it down.

Cranky Curtis returns for the semi-final and the worst cook (who isn’t Nat) is eliminated

Masterchef finalists with Curtis

Pezza, Nat and Sav frantically cook off for a place in the grand finale. Bet you didn’t see this finalist combo coming.

Is it worth paying for airport lounge access?

Pay-for-use lounges are a godsend for travellers with long layovers, but value for money depends on a variety of factors.

Michael Gebicki
Michael Gebicki

The Tripologist

One in three Australian women will experience birth trauma.
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‘This is your fault’: The doctor’s words that left me with PTSD

It’s only now – 24 years later – that I am able to discuss it, and I still cry. Birth trauma is still vastly overlooked, but its impacts can last a lifetime.

Beth Knights

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Shelter the Storm.

Cabin Fever: Your guide to the ultimate Margaret River party season

Cue footy season, umbrellas by the door – and Cabin Fever! From beer launches to free live music, this program is stacked with value-packed, accessible events.

Braised leeks with blue cheese and walnuts.
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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.

Western Australia

Spectators show their appreciation for Adam Simpson.

Simpson says goodbye as West Coast fans pay tribute

Premiership coach Adam Simpson has received a standing ovation from West Coast fans during an emotional farewell at Optus Stadium.

Teen charged over fatal North Lake crash in horror weekend on WA roads

WA Police arrested two men over the alleged money laundering.

Premier Roger Cook said the Perth crash was “another reminder for all of us to be safe when you’re on the road, to take extra care”.

Perth man’s lucky escape from house fire

A 48-year-old man has made a lucky escape as his southern suburbs home went up in flames.
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A 48-year-old man has made a lucky escape as his southern suburbs home went up in flames.

Rottnest Island perfect backdrop for global skydive world record attempt

Geronimo Rottnest Skydive participated in a world record attempt for the most skydives in a single day for World Skydiving Day on July 13.

About 50 tandem skydivers in Western Australia have taken part in the inaugural World Skydiving Day world record attempt.

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PM disappointed with BHP nickel shutdown: ‘We’ll be holding them to account’

AFR, BHP Nickel West  Mount Keith, WA

BHP has promised to offer redeployment to 1600 front-line staff after closing its WA nickel despite help offered by the state and federal governments.

TRUMP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is covered by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally on Saturday evening local time.

Secret Service under pressure to explain how gunman got clear shot at Trump

Trump allies have blasted the agency over its protection of the former president.

Wild conspiracies crop up accusing Trump of faking shooting

Trump used a theatrical gel pack to fake being shot. No, the Secret Service colluded with Trump to get a great photo. These are just some of the “BlueAnon” theories.

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Bedford, Cameron handed three-match bans; fears grow over return of ‘chicken wing’

Lions star Charlie Cameron and Giants tagger Toby Bedford have been handed three-match bans. Meanwhile, Leigh Matthews is among those concerned at the increased prevalence of the “chicken wing” tackle.

Djokovic was outplayed in every facet of the match by Alcaraz.
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Out-served, outgunned, outplayed: Is this the end of the Djokovic era?

Doubting Djokovic is a dangerous game, but even he is starting to do it.

Docker Patrick Voss rues a missed shot on goal on Saturday.

Tassie haunts Fremantle once again; West Coast enter new era

It was another case of Tassie torment for Fremantle against Hawthorn while the Eagles’ new era begun yesterday as they ran out for the first time in 3,766 days without Adam Simpson calling the shots.

Ryan leads the team into the rooms during Sunday’s match.

Who should coach the Eagles next? Liam Ryan voices his hope

The West Coast premiership forward opens up on his sadness at Adam Simpson’s departure, and his hope someone who’s done a lengthy apprenticeship will get the gig.

A young Cooper Connolly with Perth Scorchers quick A.J. Tye.

Who is Cooper Connolly? The story behind Australian cricket’s newest wildcard

Connolly’s composure has already taken him a long way. Selectors now hope his combination of calmness and power will help the 20-year-old grow into one of the most important role players in the national set-up.

Craig McRae realises that time is running out for the battling Magpies.
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Time running out for Magpies, Greene is good for football: Key takeouts from round 18

Collingwood’s chances of making finals now appear worse than slim, Sam Mitchell’s coaching ability has been on display this season and the Bulldogs’ roller-coaster continued with an impressive win over Carlton.

Travis Bazzana.
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Ku-Ring-Gai to Cleveland: Bazzana becomes millionaire Australian MLB success

Sydney’s Travis Bazzana has been selected by the Cleveland Guardians with the top pick in Major League Baseball’s draft.

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