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A weekly newsletter for book lovers from books editor Jason Steger.
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How a prestigious Perth executive’s false identity came crashing down.
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Zempilas defends name-calling, rate hikes over Perth school; Reynolds’ lawyers launch bid to subpoena journalist
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas has joined Gary Adshead on 6PR’s Mornings program to defend comments he made and double down on name-calling government ministers; Senator Linda Reynolds’ lawyer wants to subpoena a Walkley award-winning journalist over claims she was behind the fundraiser created for Brittany Higgins.
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LoadingReynolds’ treatment in parliament ‘heartless, relentless’; Lawyers probe Higgins fundraiser
A prominent journalist could be dragged into Linda Reynolds’ defamation row as lawyers probe a campaign for Brittany Higgins, and another former colleague takes the stand.
Eagles’ coaching job the ‘plum’ role of AFL: Clarkson
The race to replace the departed Adam Simpson has turned into an intriguing ‘who wants it?’ battle.
Carol was stabbed 62 times. On Friday, her son was found guilty
The Perth former nurse screamed for help during her murder as paramedics watched helplessly. She had called for her son – who’d overdosed on a cocktail of drugs.
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Addiction
This Perth man had an $800 a week drug habit. He thought going to the doctor would help
For about six years, Dale Cranswick used drugs to get through the stress of being a chef at a busy restaurant. Then he found the answer. Or so he thought.
‘Devastating’: Raygun breaks silence on Olympics
Australian breaking athlete Rachael Gunn has opened up.
Review
Victoria Park
Snap, crackle and crunch: Former Nobu chef hits Albany Highway
Those averse to chilli might be concerned. Your doctor might be alarmed. But fear not: this is big-value, comforting Japanese soul food.
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Crime
The ‘ketamine queen’ and the dose that led to Matthew Perry’s death
Two doctors allegedly supplied the Friends star with a large amount of ketamine and even wondered in a text message how much he would be willing to pay.
Opinion
Homelessness
My home became a holiday rental, I lived in a cemetery
My friends and I don’t deserve to be homeless any more than you do. No one is immune to homelessness.
Jacq Gallagher
Fifty-four year old homeless woman
Trump says he’s ‘entitled to personal attacks’ against Harris
Donald Trump says he’s ‘very angry’ at the vice president, as Republicans push him to emphasise policy issues in campaign.
Australian and NZ PMs discuss Gaza, climate and cyber crime
The pair also condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, re-iterated their support of a two-state solution with Palestinians and Israelis, and expressed grave concern regarding instability in the South China Sea.
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Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Coalition ramps up rare dispute with spy chief over Gaza visas
The Coalition is escalating a rare dispute with the nation’s spy chief over Palestinian refugees after a day when Anthony Albanese slammed Peter Dutton’s “20 years of form” on criticising migrants.
Eagles’ coaching job the ‘plum’ role of AFL: Clarkson
The race to replace the departed Adam Simpson has turned into an intriguing ‘who wants it?’ battle.
Demon joins Kyrgios in unusual lead-up to US Open
Alex de Minaur has not played singles since withdrawing before his Wimbledon quarter-final last month, but will compete in tennis’ version of Twenty20 cricket.
Analysis
Australian soccer
Ange, Nestor and co: The Aussies to follow in Europe
Almost everywhere you look across Europe’s most important football leagues, there’s a local storyline worth keeping an eye on this season. Here are the best of them.
Why one of TikTok’s most popular hashtags is so risky
In the past three years, the #CareerAdvice hashtag has accumulated 167 million views, with younger workers flocking to the platform for tips.
‘Younger sibling of horror’: This thriller is kids’ book of 2024
Author Tristan Bancks’ novel Scar Town is one of this year’s Children’s Book Council of Australia award winners.
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NAPLAN
Our kids aren’t failing NAPLAN; it is failing our AutoCorrected kids
Malcolm Knox
Journalist, author and columnist
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Western Australia
The little-known Perth suburbs now on home buyers’ radars
They are suburbs that have been overshadowed by their better-known neighbours in Perth, but there are bargains to be found in these hidden pockets.
Dalkeith student arrested over alleged sale of cannabis lollies
Two high school students from a western suburbs school were hospitalised after eating the gummies WA Police believe were laced with marijuana.
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Defamation
Reynolds’ former staffer recounts ‘heated’ call over alerting police
Ex-political staffer remembers call over whether to alert police to the security breach during which Brittany Higgins later alleged she was raped.
Public list of WA child sex abusers needed
“All institutions who know that abusers have operated in their institutions should actively reach out to publicise information,” MP David Honey said.
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WA residential property
Satterley’s controversial Perth housing estate faces 11th-hour delay
The 1000-lot estate proposed for the North Stoneville bush has hit another roadblock, with both the proponent and opponents sharpening their legal swords.
Politics
Exclusive
Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Coalition ramps up rare dispute with spy chief over Gaza visas
The opposition wants a high-powered investigation of whether sympathising with terrorists should be grounds for blocking visas.
Business
This child actor became a crypto billionaire. But a big gamble is starting to unravel
He appeared in the 1990s Mighty Ducks movies before building a billion-dollar fortune through crypto. Then he turned his attention to Puerto Rico.
World
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Crime
The ‘ketamine queen’ and the dose that led to Matthew Perry’s death
Two doctors allegedly supplied the Friends star with a large amount of ketamine and even wondered in a text message how much he would be willing to pay.
Opinion
Despite the FM PM every AM, it’s Dutton getting the listeners
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
How can I deal with the ghastly artwork in my office?
Jonathan Rivett
Careers contributor
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Property
Hot property: Desperate buyers resort to DIY marketing to snag a home
While it’s common for agents to letterbox potential sellers, buyers are now taking matters into their own hands and writing their own letters to sound out owners.
From Hovea to Menora: The little-known suburbs on homebuyers’ radar
They are suburbs that have been overshadowed by their better-known neighbours in Perth, but there are bargains to be found in these hidden pockets.
Good Food
Recipe collection
Masterclass
Five comforting winter classics every cook should know
Lifestyle
If I make a mistake due to work fatigue, am I covered?
Please don’t wait until you have an accident to find out if you are protected by industrial laws, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.
Opinion
Body image
How to overcome the distaste we have for our middle-aged bodies
Sarah Berry
Lifestyle Health Editor
Culture
Local pop star Sycco delivers on years of promise with her debut album
The 22-year-old First Nations artist crafts a coming-of-age marvel on her first album, Zorb.
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AFL 2024
Gr-eight expectations: Our experts predict who will play finals
The AFL ladder has come to resemble a footballing version of snakes and ladders, so let’s have a bit of fun and forecast exactly how things will look in 10 days’ time.
Jorgensen set to make long-awaited Wallabies debut against Springboks
Young Waratahs back has been named on the bench for Saturday’s match in Perth after a broken leg cruelled his dream of winning his first Test cap at last year’s World Cup.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Players have too much power. It’s time for the AFL to act
The AFL is now subject to farcical scenes, and league chief executive Andrew Dillon needs to act for the good of the game.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
Analysis
Ange Postecoglou
X-rated rants and a plan to win everything: Ange’s Spurs project steps up a gear
New season, new star player, new focus … Ange Postecoglou is in it to win it all.
Matt Law
Young Eagle could be forced into retirement over lingering concussion
Luke Edwards was placed in concussion protocols for a third time this year after the Round 20 Western Derby - he hasn’t played a game since and won’t again this year.
AFL Briefing
AFL 2024
Tim English deal means there’s just one free agent left standing
An injury-ravaged Carlton could field as many as five debutants for their must-win clash with West Coast in Perth on Sunday.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Wildcard round? More like cash grab. This is an AFL ‘innovation’ we just don’t need
The AFL keeps coming back to the idea of a wildcard round. But don’t be fooled by the hype, it’s a bad idea for our game.
Jake Niall
Chief football writer, The Age
Have Your Say
Great or grub? Should Les Boyd be in the Hall of Fame?
He was one of the most dominant players of his era and played 17 Tests for Australia. But he was also given the equal longest suspension of 15 months for foul play.
