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Find out the next TV, streaming series and movies to add to your must-sees.
The Reporter Podcast: Tow Trucks and Death Threats
A reporter exposed an industry’s corruption and violence. Detectives warned him to leave town.
Explainers
Expert background and analysis on key issues and news events.
Parents sue after alleged botched delivery leaves baby profoundly disabled
Blood and oxygen stopped flowing to Kalani’s brain during her birth. Now she’s got cerebral palsy, epilepsy and an intellectual disability.
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WA news live
Storm leaves thousands without power across Perth
More than 4000 people were left without power across multiple Perth suburb on Thursday night, as a storm swept through the metropolitan area.
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Marine life
‘Risky’ building works could be ‘nail in the coffin’ for Penguin Island
Fresh building works tendered for Penguin Island during the breeding season could be the killing blow for the already diminished population, scientists say.
Details of one of Australia’s largest data hacks revealed
Almost 13 million Australians had personal and health-related data stolen in the MediSecure cyberattack.
Exclusive
Political leadership
Voters want Labor to allow MPs more freedom to break ranks after WA senator’s treatment
The exclusive findings highlight public support for politicians to speak out against the party line when they feel strongly on big issues.
Review
East Perth
Indian-Mexican tacos, chips cooked in beef fat and fire for everything: This East Perth brewpub gets it
Welcome to the grill metaverse. Just look for the neon sign.
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US Votes 2024
Speculation Biden will make announcement about his future, Trump to deliver speech
The former US president will formally accept his nomination as the Republican party’s presidential candidate for the November 5 election.
Latest live posts
LoadingShooter had photos of Trump, Biden on his phone, sources say
The FBI has said they are investigating the shooting as a potential act of domestic terrorism but have yet to find a clear ideological motive.
Opinion
Extremism
‘For the first time, I feel unsafe.’ Trump attack has fearful Aussie MPs on edge
Australia does not have America’s gun culture or record of political violence, but many of our politicians are increasingly concerned about their security.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
How these Australian women became a global target of online misogyny
A light-hearted TikTok video was viewed tens of millions of times before attracting the ire of online misogynists, including Andrew Tate.
Nepotism, wasted money and potential corruption: Council on the brink
Major projects related to the Aerotropolis precinct and large housing developments have been threatened, while a damning report also highlights a “toxic culture” within the council.
French police officer wounded in a fresh stabbing in Paris as Olympics approach
Thursday’s knife attack comes just days after a man stabbed and wounded a French soldier patrolling outside the Gare de l’Est train station on Monday.
Applecross beauty is one of our favourite luxury homes for sale across Australia
Our top picks include a beach house with three decks to enjoy the sea breeze, a no-expenses-spared restoration, and a creekfront sanctuary.
The 17 greatest world wonders you’ve never heard of
Our experts pick 17 out-of-the-way dots on the map that are little known to travellers, even though superlatives fall from mouths when you lay eyes on them.
A drone delivered my latte, and it was not what I expected
Restaurant reviewer Dani Valent road tests DoorDash’s new delivery service, ordering three items: a hot coffee, a frozen juice and a toastie.
‘I’m too soft’: Serena Williams worries whether she can be a pushy tennis mum
Serena Williams misses tennis – but don’t take that as a comeback hint. Her only angst post-retirement, really, is whether she’s too easy on her kids.
The swimmer who got to the Paris Olympics without training in the pool
Olympian Clementine Stoney Maconachie is headed for Paris - but not as a swimmer this time.
Two years after being sent home from training camp, Olympian opens up on controversy
A lot has happened in Australian swimmer Isaac Cooper’s life since his first Olympics in Tokyo.
Paris 2024
The swimmer who got to the Paris Olympics without training in the pool
Olympian Clementine Stoney Maconachie is headed for Paris - but not as a swimmer this time.
French police officer wounded in a fresh stabbing in Paris as Olympics approach
Thursday’s knife attack comes just days after a man stabbed and wounded a French soldier patrolling outside the Gare de l’Est train station on Monday.
Western Australia
Major Crime unit investigates after man’s body found in Swan View
The man’s identity has not yet been confirmed, and was found about 11am today.
This Applecross beauty is one of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
Our top picks include a beach house with three decks to enjoy the sea breeze, a no-expenses-spared restoration, and a creekfront sanctuary.
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Crime
Alleged drug dealers forced to forfeit $640,000 – and luxury watches
A drugs bust in Perth has led the AFP to confiscate a large sum of cash and two watches together worth $90,000 found in a warehouse and hotel rooms.
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Hydrogen
Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue slashes 700 jobs, walks back green ambitions
Mining billionaire Andrew Forrest’s Fortescue will slash 700 jobs, as the company tempers its ambition to be a major producer of the clean fuel hydrogen.
Did you hear the one about the submarine joke the WA pollie made in Paris? It sank
CBD has a word of caution – don’t mention the submarines.
people of perth
Three Things I Love: Perth garden goddess Sabrina Hahn on radio, Kings Park and a family heirloom
This week, a Perth institution shares her lifelong love of live radio, a precious ritual with her children – and where she can get away with playing dress-up.
Review
Why this Leederville pizza joint is a family affair
With house-baked focaccia, utterly comforting desserts and a chilli oil to be reckoned with, here’s a neighbourhood venue you can feel good about supporting in a time of careful spending.
Politics
All eyes on inflation figures after strong employment result
Inflation figures due in less than two weeks will be the key to next month’s rates decision, as the country’s jobs market remains strong despite economic headwinds.
Business
Analysis
Media & marketing
Tucker Carlson seems to be having the time of his life at the convention
The former Fox News host didn’t want to attend the RNC at first. Now he seems to be everywhere.
Ben Terris and Jeremy Barr
World
French police officer wounded in a fresh stabbing in Paris as Olympics approach
Thursday’s knife attack comes just days after a man stabbed and wounded a French soldier patrolling outside the Gare de l’Est train station on Monday.
Opinion
Waiting for a career breakthrough? A bit of luck is all you need
Jim Bright
Careers contributor
No, you’re not too busy to take a break for lunch
Shelley Johnson
Careers contributor
My company got sold and no one told us. Is that fair?
Jonathan Rivett
Careers contributor
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Property
This Applecross beauty is one of our favourite luxury homes for sale right now
Our top picks include a beach house with three decks to enjoy the sea breeze, a no-expenses-spared restoration, and a creekfront sanctuary.
‘No faith’: Mayor slams stalled $350m Morley Galleria redevelopment
Broken promises to revive the 36-year-old, “run-down, half-empty” Morley Galleria into the community hub it once was has angered locals, their mayor and their MP.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Intermittent fasting over two days can help people with Type 2 diabetes
A recent study involved more than 330 overweight and obese adults who had recently been diagnosed with the medical condition.
Opinion
Marriage
Steven said no to strip club on a buck’s night. Mates shunned him
Jenna Price
Columnist and academic
Culture
Murder mystery and wartime survival: Eight books to read this weekend
Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction releases.
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Sport
Horror first round has Smith one and done at Open as Scott, Lee thrive
Two years on from his stirring St Andrews triumph, Cameron Smith is 15 shots off the lead after an opening-round 80 at Royal Troon with Adam Scott the pick of the Australians.
‘I’m too soft’: Serena Williams worries whether she can be a pushy tennis mum
Serena Williams misses tennis – but don’t take that as a comeback hint. Her only angst post-retirement, really, is whether she’s too easy on her kids.
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AFL 2024
Four-hour flight home goes down the toilet for Freo
GWS Giants forward Toby Bedford is free to play after his appeal was upheld by the AFL appeals board on Thursday night. The Brisbane Lions also have had Charlie Cameron’s three-game ban overturned.
The moment the room went quiet: Inside the meeting of some of the AFL’s most powerful figures
All 18 AFL club chiefs gathered in Perth for a crucial meeting with league bosses as the season nears its conclusion. Their agenda included some of the game’s biggest issues.
AFL round 19 teams and tips: Essendon drop former skipper
See the selected teams as they’re announced for AFL round 19. Essendon have dropped their former skipper and forward Peter Wright. Plus check out the expert tipsters.
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State of Origin
‘I’d do the same’: Clubs rue injury, suspension toll as Origin melee costs $26,000
The Rabbitohs are fuming after losing skipper Cameron Murray for their finals charge as Penrith, Parramatta and Manly all wear the brunt of a brutal State of Origin decider.
Analysis
EPL
Ange Postecoglou would be perfect for England. Thank god it won’t happen
He’s reportedly on the Football Association’s shortlist to replace Gareth Southgate. As he should be: Ange Postecoglou would be an ideal fit for England.
Have Your Say
Ange Postecoglou would be perfect for England. Thank god it won’t happen
He’s reportedly on the Football Association’s shortlist to replace Gareth Southgate. As he should be: Ange Postecoglou would be an ideal fit for England.
