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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.
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WA mother jailed for injecting disabled daughter with near-fatal dose of insulin
A 42-year-old woman has been sentenced to three years in prison after a jury found her guilty of endangering the life of her disabled daughter, by injecting her with a near-fatal dose of insulin as a cry for help.
Nedlands boutique apartment block set for rejection as housing shortages continue
Building height concerns continue to plague developers in Nedlands with two proposals for high-rise apartment blocks in the suburb caught in red-tape.
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Defamation
Senator Linda Reynolds ‘cast as villain’ in fictional tale of political cover-up, court told
It was a story of an alleged rape in the halls of Parliament House and a covert cover-up, and like all “fairytales” WA Senator Linda Reynolds’ lawyer Martin Bennett told the Supreme Court, it simply needed a villain.
Legal twist in CFMEU scandal leads to bid for power to sack officials, confiscate property
The Fair Work Commission has moved to install a leading silk with sweeping powers to take over the CFMEU’s construction branches in four states.
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Paris 2024
The Mollie-Arnie switch-up, taming a legend and a decisive kick: How Australia won relay gold
Breaking down exactly how Mollie O’Callaghan, Lani Pallister, Brianna Throssell and Ariarne Titmus swam the fastest 4x200m relay in Olympic Games history.
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Perth
High steaks: This polished riverside restaurant brings the party to Elizabeth Quay
Come for the high-end beef and big-night-out energy. Stay (and return) for Brussels sprouts, ace potato cakes and polished desserts.
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Courts
Former superyacht worker to stand trial over ‘blood oath’ kidnappings
Ethan Davis pleaded not guilty on Friday to six charges allegedly committed against his ex-girlfriend after she tried to end their relationship.
Australia’s green steel future threatened by lack of speed
If the steel industry was a country it would be the world’s third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases after the United States and China.
Perth business student jailed over revenge porn threats
When his girlfriend broke up with him, the 27-year-old retaliated with a campaign of revenge porn threats that landed him behind bars.
Opinion
US Votes 2024
Suddenly, Donald Trump looks enlightened about women
Somehow, the former president has managed to choose a vice presidential candidate whose views on women are even more Draconian and mean-spirited than his own.
Maureen Dowd
New York Times columnist
Opinion
Tripologist
Gareth’s suitcase was stolen on a train. Insurers say it’s his fault
Gareth Lloyd and his wife were returning home to Melbourne after a holiday in Spain when a brazen thief started going through their suitcase.
Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist
Opinion
Sleep
When my wife and I stopped sleeping together, I made a surprising discovery
After 55 years of marriage, this is a revelation.
John Baker
Contributor
Man trying to sell his house without an agent takes a $400,000 haircut
Brett D’Souza’s unorthodox approach to selling his house attracted a lot of attention, but didn’t quite reach his goal of a $1.8 million sale price.
America’s most famous road trip, Route 66, is now a ‘ghost highway’
Although it officially vanished 40 years ago, the remnants of Route 66 still offer a glimpse of the “real America”.
‘Lifestyle therapy’ may be as effective as seeing a psychologist for depression
Can food lead to a better mood? According to a new study, the answer is yes.
The hottest item at the Olympics is a chocolate muffin
On a quest to fuel himself with thousands of calories a day, Olympic swimmer Henrik Christiansen found an unexpected delight and shared it with the world.
Matildas part ways with coach Gustavsson after Olympics flop
Tony Gustavsson and Football Australia have agreed there will be no new contract after the Swede’s previous deal expired with the team’s elimination from Paris 2024.
The science behind why Paris’ ‘slow pool’ is affecting our swimmers
Australia are winning gold, but few world records are being set. Paris’ unusually shallow pool might be to blame.
If Olympic medals were given for apologies, these would make the podium
From drag queens recreating The Last Supper, to the IOC mixing up North and South Korea, to the Matildas coughing up goals, these are the best apologies of Paris 2024.
Fox said seven words to herself, and smiled like an assassin. She raced like one
Jess Fox needed the run of her life to secure her second gold medal in Paris. With one stunning run under the Parisian sun, she did exactly that, and cemented herself in Australian Olympic lore.
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Western Australia
Opinion
Child abuse
Why hasn’t this abandoned WA ‘molestation sanctuary’ been bulldozed to the ground?
Festering in an unremarkable corner of the Great Southern historic town are rows of drab red brick buildings just waiting for someone to do the right thing and bulldoze the lot of them.
Gary Adshead
Journalist
Violent storms becoming the norm in Mandurah, says SES
Severe thunderstorms across Perth and WA’s southern regions led to the SES receiving more than 45 calls for help statewide, mostly for water ingress, flooding and downed trees.
AFL star Marlion Pickett pleads not guilty to stealing more than $380,000 in Perth
The Richmond player was arrested last year in connection to a spate of commercial thefts. On Thursday, he formally denied having any involvement and will take the matter to trial.
‘Do the right thing’: Danny Hodgson’s plea as state tries to railroad lawsuit
The State Solicitor’s Office has lodged an application to overturn a compensation bid by one punch attack victim Danny Hodgson.
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Missing person
Mum’s appeal for daughter missing in Perth for five days
Police and family have appealed for information on the whereabouts of Tahlia Prior who turned 27 today but has not been seen by her family since last Friday.
Politics
Death of Australian aid worker result of Israel’s ‘procedural failures’
An Australian special adviser has handed down a report into the death of aid worker Zomi Frankcom, who was killed in Gaza in April.
Business
Adelphi Hotel back on the market as Sydney buyer sticks to home ground
Property company Virtical is hoping to flip the hotel in Flinders Lane for more than the $25 million it paid in May 2023 so it can to focus on its Sydney assets.
World
A reporter and a killer: The people freed in prisoner swap
The freeing of 24 prisoners was the largest exchange between Russia and the West in years.
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Property
Our eight favourite luxury homes for sale right now
From a sparkling beachfront panorama to a palatial family home and a country estate, we’ve rounded up our pick of the bunch.
Second ‘upper tier’ property boom expected in Perth
This huge increase in the collective wealth of Perth property owners is laying the basis for a second locally driven property boom.
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Lifestyle
Not everyone finds exercise rewarding. These four tips might help
We’ve all encountered that person who comes back from the gym or a run seemingly high on life. But for some, a workout just leaves us feeling worn out.
Opinion
Autism
My surprising midlife diagnosis makes me proud
Mike Knapp
Tech innovator and entrepreneur
Culture
Keanu Reeves had a vision. Then things got really weird
The Hollywood nice guy was on set as John Wick when he saw the beginnings of his first novel. Author China Mieville couldn’t resist.
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AFL 2024
Tigers, Roos or Eagles, who will win footy’s ‘race’ to the bottom?
Alastair Clarkson insists he would welcome the opportunity to defend himself against racism allegations in Federal Court, as Cyril Rioli and others continue to pursue legal action.
Chinese swimmer won gold in world record time, then accused Chalmers of poolside snub
Chinese star Pan Zhanle obliterated the 100m freestyle world record on Wednesday night before calling out his Australian rival.
AFL
AFL 2024
Why Pies champion Pendlebury is on verge of rare milestone; Blues to face no further action on McKay
Scott Pendlebury’s appetite for success remains as strong as ever as he prepares for game 400, the Collingwood star declaring “I’ll use the rule book to my advantage if I have to”, while the AFL will take no further action over Carlton’s handling of Harry McKay after a head knock.
Glamour sprinters, marathon mums, pole power: 10 athletics events you can’t miss
The athletics program for Paris 2024 kicks off on Thursday, with plenty of drama and intrigue – and potential world records – to watch out for.
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Paris 2024
This was classic backs-to-the-wall Matildas – and that was the problem
An Olympic campaign sputtered to an end in Marseille as the Matildas succumbed 2-1 to the US, their forever nemesis. It was an unprepossessing way to go out.
Collingwood hit by fresh racism claims
Club chief executive Craig Kelly is accused of repeatedly making inappropriate comments to a club employee who is now suing for hurt, humiliation and distress.
Eagles vow to protect Harley Reid from fiery reprisals
Harley Reid has been praised for the physical mongrel he brings to the game, and West Coast players are vowing to do their best to protect him from fiery reprisals.
Have Your Say
One code has a chance of making it in the USA – and it’s not league
The NRL’s best player has just over 400,000 followers on Instagram. For Ilona Maher, a USA women’s sevens star, that number is 2.5 million. It says much about the social and sporting landscape.
Paul Cully
Rugby columnist