Eating out in Perth & WA
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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.
Chicken and the egg: Why it could take a decade to fix Perth’s housing crisis
A Girrawheen house listed for $600,000 attracted 50 offers from one home open, selling to an east coast investor for $750,000 cash in a troubling indicator of how deep the shortage runs.
‘Best thing I’ve ever done’: How a chance diagnosis transformed this WA mining worker’s life
Tristan did not just get his own desk at Fortescue when he shared his diagnosis. He got a ticket to be himself.
Bruce Lehrmann-Ten evidence probed for Higgins-Reynolds defamation case
The WA senator and former defence minister is suing her former political staffer, Brittany Higgins, over social media posts she says damaged her reputation.
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.
Analysis
US Votes 2024
Biden planned to ramp up his attacks on Trump. Now those plans are in disarray
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.
Opinion
Building Bad
See ya, Setka! Why union chief’s departure is good news for women
It took a long time for the CFMEU to be rid of John Setka. Now it finally is.
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
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Industrial relations
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.
Analysis
China relations
Australia refuses to match allies sanctioning China over support for Russia
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, 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.
Opinion
Non-alcoholic drinks
Sober thoughts: Zero-alcohol drinks trend is shaping how Perth eats
At the halfway mark of Dry July, our food writer reflects on the growing interest in sobriety and its effect on restaurants, dining out and food culture generally.
Max Veenhuyzen
Restaurant critic and food writer
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
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?
Cranky Curtis returns for the semi-final and the worst cook (who isn’t Nat) is eliminated
Pezza, Nat and Sav frantically cook off for a place in the grand finale. Bet you didn’t see this finalist combo coming.
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Airline reviews
Airline review: This premium economy is nothing short of outstanding
Plenty of airlines offer good service, but I’ve never flown with a crew who seemed to enjoy their job this much.
Opinion
Tripologist
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
The Tripologist
MAX VEENHUYZEN’S PERTH RESTAURANT REVIEWS
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.
Review
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
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
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.
Rottnest Island perfect backdrop for global skydive world record attempt
About 50 tandem skydivers in Western Australia have taken part in the inaugural World Skydiving Day world record attempt.
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Nickel
PM disappointed with BHP nickel shutdown: ‘We’ll be holding them to account’
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.
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TRUMP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT
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.
Politics
Analysis
Building Bad
It’s a union, not a bikie gang: CFMEU needs a serious overhaul
The union’s national body wants policymakers and the public to think it’s taken a strong step. It hasn’t.
Business
Giant batteries are getting even bigger as coal exit nears
Developers of giant batteries designed to smooth the shift from coal to cleaner power are attracting record levels of investment.
World
Tunnels, tricks and tactics: Hamas’ strategy in Gaza revealed
Hamas’ ghost army appears only fleetingly, emerging suddenly from underground to attack, then returning to their subterranean fortress.
Opinion
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Property
Buyer set to bank $145,000 a year from this Perth beach home
This 4x3 offers breathtaking views – and it makes more as a rental than the average Aussie salary.
Perth mum and dad sink $1.26 million into uni house for their kids
A Perth property has flown off the market to a mum and dad who bought it for the children to live in while studying.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Pasta dish
15 hearty winter pasta recipes to cook this week
Lifestyle
I hired a male sex worker for my 70th birthday. It didn’t go as planned
Mitch, in his 30s, seemed like a perfect gift to self. But then...
Culture
These music festivals defied the trend and sold out. What’s the trick?
Defying the gloomy trend of cancellations, Strawberry Fields, Mundi Mundi Bash and Harbourlife have all sold out. Is there a pattern here for festivals to emulate?
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AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
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.
Analysis
Wimbledon
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.
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.
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.
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Australian cricket
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.
Analysis
AFL 2024
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.
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Baseball
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.
Have Your Say
Who is Cooper Connolly? The story behind Australian cricket’s newest wildcard
Cooper Connolly has vaulted into Australian colours after some eye-catching displays for WA
