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Yes it rained in August, but Perth, get ready for a long dry spell
A rainy August and a typical start-of-spring forecast cannot turn the clock back on 50 years of continuous drying, meteorologists say.
Madeleine King accuses BHP of trying to weaponise the press
Resources Minister Madeleine King has accused BHP of trying to weaponise the press amid claims the federal government’s industrial relations laws could spell an “economic catastrophe” in Pilbara.
‘The shittiest time to be the MD of a company’: MinRes leader Chris Ellison
Mining and energy company Mineral Resources has warned of challenging months ahead after the lithium price slump crushed its annual profit, forcing it to rule out dividend payments.
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LoadingOn notice: WA watchdog sets Alcoa a deadline for mining approvals
The Environmental Protection Authority has warned Alcoa to provide the information it needs on time, or risk stricter conditions on its mining in WA forests.
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WA sport
Leederville Oval to receive $5 million upgrade as part of WA’s AFL Gather Round bid
The state government confirmed it will revamp the grounds, including by replacing the maligned ground, the goal posts, boundary fencing and dug outs and upgrading the lighting for night games to be broadcast.
My beautiful laundrette: Wembley outbuilding selling as $300K+ ‘studio’
In a sign of the times, a strata complex’s outbuilding has been creatively converted into a 35-square-metre dwelling and is selling with a “mid-$300Ks” asking price.
‘My parents didn’t believe me’: The fallout of a late-life ADHD diagnosis
Meet some of the growing number of women receiving ADHD diagnoses later in life. While some are glad to put a name to their experiences, it’s not all positive.
Telegram’s Matrix-styled tech boss placed under formal investigation
The Paris prosecutor said on Wednesday evening Pavel Durov was being investigated as part of a probe into the role of his messaging app Telegram in organised crime.
Opinion
AI
The $48 billion ‘disappointment’ that sent a shiver through Wall Street
Nvidia had a meteoric rise to become one of the world’s most valuable companies, but we just got a snapshot of the AI powerhouse’s vulnerability.
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
Opinion
AFL 2024
September heat: This is who is under the most pressure in the finals
These six men face the toughest task of all – staying composed when the heat is on in finals and delivering when it matters most in September.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
Demons president admits she hasn’t spoken to Petracca about his grievances
Although Melbourne president Kate Roffey has not spoken to disgruntled star Christian Petracca about his concerns, she expects he will stay at the club.
Third time lucky? In-form Popyrin books another grand-slam encounter with Djokovic
Alexei Popyrin’s straight-sets victory means he will face Novak Djokovic in the US Open’s third round, but fellow Australians Rinky Hijikata, Ajla Tomljanovic and Maya Joint bowed out.
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This remake of cult-classic The Crow is surprisingly not a total disaster
The screenwriters of the latest Crow film haven’t retained too much from previous versions of the material beyond the title and the basic premise.
Warning signs: 10 red flags to look for when choosing a restaurant overseas
Make sure you don’t make these mistakes on your next holiday and avoid tourist-trap restaurants.
Not everyone finds exercise rewarding. Here’s how to make it more tolerable
How to get the biggest mood boost from exercise, according to experts.
Western Australia
Fortescue dividend delivers for Forrest despite modest profit jump
A month after shedding 700 workers, Fortescue has posted an annual profit of $8.4 billion supporting a $2.2 billion payout to the miner’s biggest shareholders Andrew and Nicola Forrest.
Woodside upbeat on spending spree but lower prices sting revenue
The oil giant’s revenue has taken a $2 billion hit after it produced less oil and gas and sold it for lower prices in the six months to June.
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
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
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.
Politics
Inflation eases, but Australia is facing a difficult Christmas
Inflation has stepped down further as power and petrol prices ease, but the easing of price pressures may be too late for struggling retailers.
Business
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World markets
ASX falls after losses on Wall Street; Qantas, Wesfarmers decline
The Australian sharemarket declined on Thursday morning, led lower by mining and consumer discretionary stocks, after Wall Street slid amid a pullback in big technology companies.
World
Pope urged to address child sex abuse scandals during Timor visit
Francis will come face to face with the faithful on his first trip to Timor-Leste where many still don’t believe an independence hero and bishop abused young boys.
Opinion
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Property
My beautiful laundrette: Wembley outbuilding selling as $300K+ ‘studio’
In a sign of the times, a strata complex’s outbuilding has been creatively converted into a 35-square-metre dwelling and is selling with a “mid-$300Ks” asking price.
‘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.
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Lifestyle
‘Designed to destroy your life’: Markus Zusak on the magic of mongrels
There are times when a hound with boundless enthusiasm can really test your limits – but let’s face it, perfect dogs are boring.
Opinion
Death
I’m glad you’ve come to my funeral. I’ve got a few things to tell you
Doug Hendrie
Freelance writer
Culture
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Review
This remake of cult-classic The Crow is surprisingly not a total disaster
The screenwriters of the latest Crow film haven’t retained too much from previous versions of the material beyond the title and the basic premise.
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Sport
Freo’s late-season heartache will not break us: Serong
The Dockers lost their last four games to slip from third on the ladder to 10th, crushing their premiership hopes for another season.
Opinion
AFL 2024
September heat: This is who is under the most pressure in the finals
These six men face the toughest task of all – staying composed when the heat is on in finals and delivering when it matters most in September.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
Police launch investigation into alleged assault on wild Tszyu fight night
On a wild boxing night, the punch everyone is talking about - and police are now investigating - involved someone not on the official fight card.
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AFL 2024
Petracca airs grievances in private meeting of Dees leaders
The three-hour meeting at a wine bar owned by Melbourne captain Max Gawn ended with hugs and high-fives, but no confidence in Petracca’s future at the club.
Opinion
AFL 2024
Summer slog: Top to-dos for Eagles and Dockers this off-season
The Dockers must discover a way to start delivering in big moments. And while the Eagles must first find a coach, there are other factors they can’t ignore.
Paddy Sweeney
Nine Sports Presenter
Opinion
AFL 2024
When it came to footy tipping, my focus was beating Kane Cornes
It’s always nice to have bragging rights over someone with strong football opinions. Here’s how I ended up winning, and who I’m picking in the finals.
Mathew Stokes
AFL columnist
Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paralympics
The Paralympics begin on Thursday – 160 Australians will be taking part in the Games. Here are some you may not know about.
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More air than Jordan: The Sultan of Swat is still breaking records
A baseball jersey won 92 years ago has sold for $35 million. Yep, you read that right.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
