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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.

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Eating out in Perth & WA

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


‘Better off waiting’: When you should have bought a house

Many homes last changed hands when the market was at its hottest, but buyers who waited have been rewarded with more capital growth.

Woolworths profit falls as it grapples with unhappy customers

The grocery giant pivoted to lower prices for value-conscious shoppers amid cost-of-living pressures, while shareholders have been rewarded with a special dividend.

Two killed after jet tyre explodes during Boeing plane maintenance

Multiple Atlanta Fire Rescue Department units and police park outside a Delta Maintenance facility near Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.

Delta said it was working with local authorities to investigate what happened at the wheel and brake shop. 

Kwinana Freeway crash causes Perth commuter chaos

A commuter on a bus in Como has been waiting in the same spot for a while due to the crash.

A car crash along the Kwinana Freeway, northbound to Perth, has caused worse traffic then usual during peak hour for commuters. Follow our live coverage here.

What will happen to your mortgage if ‘tariff man’ Trump wins the White House

Donald Trump in Las Vegas on August 23.

Many countries would respond to Trump’s tariff hike with tit-for-tat trade restrictions. That would increase the cost of goods and services traded internationally, stoking inflation.

Matt Wade
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Senior economics writer

Fresh federal indictment filed against Donald Trump in January 6 case

The new indictment removes a section for which the Supreme Court in a 6-3 opinion last month said Trump was entitled to immunity from.

I’m going into overdrive figuring out what retirement will look like, and I’m pretty sure it won’t include any cruises down the Rhine.

Nearing 60, counting my super, and thinking: Time for the dump truck?

Having grown up carefree then worked in a certain non-lucrative profession, I’m now obsessively Googling ‘how much I need to retire’, quickly followed by, ‘how much would I get for selling a major organ online?’

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Brendan Foster

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$5 billion gone: The other housing crisis crippling Baby Boomers

Baby Boomers face aged care bed shortages as funding crisis worsens

The shortage could leave the sector without 21,200 beds as operators warn of financial pressures that will force them to close more homes than they build.

Greens pledge ‘excessive profits’ tax on business

To sweeten the deal, the Greens say much of the revenue would pay for cost-of-living measures, such as including dental cover in Medicare.

The Gina Rinehart effect: billionaire gives Driza-Bone a ‘softer’ look

The Gina Rinehart effect: billionaire gives Driza-Bone a ‘softer’ look

The mining magnate’s surprise turn as a fashion designer has been revealed, with help from some Olympians. But will her vision prove a hit with customers?

Millions spent to boost natural disaster defences in WA

Millions spent to boost natural disaster defences in WA

A multi-government plan to boost Australia’s disaster defences will see communities across the country better protected during natural disasters like floods and cyclones. Follow today’s top news headlines.

How do I answer the dreaded ‘salary expectation’ question on job applications?

Answering this question is much easier in person, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.

Home-made bone broth is inexpensive to make and nourishing to eat.

This pot of gold is one of the most nourishing things you can eat, plus it’s cheap and easy to make

A rich, long-simmered bone broth is the secret to these nourishing, big-flavoured dishes.

The traumatic consequences of covering Ghislaine Maxwell’s trial

Ghislaine Maxwell is serving 20 years in prison.

Writer Lucia Osborne-Crowley spent many weeks listening to evidence and interviewing survivors of the crimes of Ghislaine Maxwell and her paedophile boyfriend, Jeffrey Epstein.

Sorry, but kids should be banned from luxury resorts

I’m no child hater. It’s not the kids at these sorts of places I want to avoid, it’s the parents who feel it’s okay to bring them there.

Craig Tansley
Craig Tansley

Travel writer

Giant-killer Kokkinakis making up for lost time at US Open, de Minaur prevails

An elated Thanasi Kokkinakis celebrates his four-set upset of Stefanos Tsitsipas at the US Open.

Five more Australians have progressed to the second round at the US Open, including Thanasi Kokkinakis who stunned the 11th seed in New York.

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Why Petracca’s bid to depart the Demons remains a long shot

Christian Petracca’s situation is a major headache for Melbourne.

Melbourne have reached a crossroads as Christian Petracca continues to try and force his way to a Victorian powerhouse, but rival clubs are yet to step forward with a realistic package to secure the champion midfielder.

Matildas, Socceroos to remain on Network 10 for next five years

Football Australia has sealed a new five-year broadcast deal for the national teams with Paramount Australia - but most of the Matildas’ next two major tournaments will be put behind a paywall.

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Western Australia

Robbie McGowan Lucas Fernandes Emma Farrelly.

State of excitement: Perth’s State Buildings announce new culinary team

Changes include the return of a familiar face, plus a new Wildflower head chef with serious fine-dining pedigree including a stint at World’s Best Restaurant, Geranium.

Metronet Midland: Bright lights and loud bells waking residents up every night

Aaron Cooper.

Since the Cale Street level crossing opened six weeks ago Aaron Cooper has suffered night after night of interrupted sleep.

Perth families denied burial plots seek ‘compassionate’ way forward

Widows in Perth have been told they cannot be buried in pre-purchased plots beside their husbands because of a technicality.

After closing a cemetery, a Perth metropolitan council has advised widows they can no longer be buried in the lots they bought beside their husbands.

‘Like the ’80s’: Seven’s sexy Santa dancers leave Perth staff scratching their heads

7News Perth news director Ray Kuka addresses staff behind four women dressed up as ‘Sexy Santas’.

Seven West Media is yet to address staff in relation to a performance by four women dressed as “sexy Santas” in a town hall meeting last week.

Pilbara lithium leader’s profit crushed after price collapse

The Pilbara Minerals lithium mine in Western Australia.

The collapse in lithium prices has crushed full-year profits at Australia’s leading producer, Pilbara Minerals, and denied shareholders any dividends.

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Perth’s luxury property market outperformed its international peers. Here’s how

While a quarter of cities around the globe declined as even the well-heeled hit their affordability limits, four major Australian capitals recorded price growth.

Planning Minister John Carey.

Lazy land: State government invests $17 million to unlock hundreds of new apartments

The reforms, aimed at increasing housing supply as the state grapples with an acute housing shortage, would allow the construction of 1700 new apartments.

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Trade request: John Noble.

Pie Noble asks for trade

The defender who missed Collingwood’s premiership last year, John Noble, has asked for a trade.

Christian Petracca was in immediate pain after the collision in the King’s Birthday clash.

Petracca battles insomnia, sees psychologist after internal injuries as trade saga continues

As speculation about his playing future reaches fever pitch, Christian Petracca has revealed there were fears he might not survive the injuries he sustained in the King’s Birthday match.

Must see Paralympic events

From a 2.46m tall volleyballer to a bear attack survivor: Ten must-watch Paralympic events

The Paris Paralympics will feature some of the best athletes in the world – here are some highlights to look forward to.

On the move: Kane Cornes is leaving Nine for Seven.

‘No.1 voice in footy’: Seven spruiks Kane Cornes as recruit for 2025

The Seven network has made a major recruiting splash, poaching AFL expert Kane Cornes to join its commentary team next season.

Michael Voss talks to police.
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AFL 2024

‘A little bit of action’: Voss chases down alleged car thief who was armed with a knife

Grabbing a coffee turned out to be anything but routine for the Carlton coach, who held on to the alleged thief until police arrived.

Australian teenager Maya Joint won on her grand slam debut at the US Open.

A new Australian tennis star has emerged at the US Open

American-born Australian teenager Maya Joint is shaping as the country’s newest tennis star after joining Alexei Popyrin in winning on the US Open’s opening day.

Paralympic gold medallist Felicity Johnson.

How a vision-impaired gold medallist will help Australians get the full picture at Paralympics

Para-cycling gold medallist Felicity Johnson is about to break new ground in commentary.

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