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Perth’s population is tipped to hit 3 million soon. Where is everyone moving to?
The state’s population has swelled since 2019 and the growth is being absorbed in some surprising places.
Dutton takes aim at live export ban in Royal Show visit; Two in custody amid Geraldton police probe
The opposition leader savaged the Albanese government for proceeding with the ban, saying it threatened the livelihoods of sheep farmers in the state. Follow our live coverage here.
One-third of Perth suburbs are now million-dollar markets
An analysis of 300 Perth suburbs has revealed a third are now million-dollar markets, joining a list that, for the first time, includes four suburban unit markets.
Dutton calls overstaying international students ‘the modern version of boat arrivals’
Dutton evoked Abbott’s 2013 campaign vow to “stop the boats”, reviving a political clash over immigration, even as Labor knocks back student visas at record rates.
Grand final teams: Fort’s big chance after McInerney’s blow; Age experts make their tips
Our tipsters give their expert predictions for the grand final and explain their picks. There are no surprises at the selection table with Brisbane back-up ruckman Darcy Fort coming in for Oscar McInerney.
Katy Perry prays special Aussie guest helps make grand final show a winner
A “favourite Australian artist” will perform I Kissed a Girl with the pop superstar – and one name is on everyone’s lips.
Exclusive
Negative gearing
‘We have to do more’: Ministers hope negative gearing debate will win over young voters
Two ministers argue that changes could win support from younger voters as Opposition Leader Peter Dutton claimed Labor was “at war”.
Exclusive
Donald Trump
If Trump wins, Australia’s economy tanks
World-leading research into Donald Trump’s key economic policies shows they would cause huge damage to the US – and Australia wouldn’t escape unscathed.
Updated
Middle East tensions
Australia joins US in plea for immediate ceasefire between Israel, Hezbollah
The nations joined France and other allies to call for a 21-day ceasefire after Israel’s military chief told troops to prepare for a possible ground operation in Lebanon.
Opinion
Political leadership
Memo to Dutton: It’s the final quarter, you’d better start kicking
The opposition leader has the wind behind him in opinion polls but looks reluctant to risk it by telling voters what he’d do with power. And the risk is real.
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Teals back tax reform despite backlash risk on negative gearing
The “teal” independents and other crossbench MPs have called for negative gearing to be on the agenda in a total rethink of tax and housing policy.
France’s horrifying rape trial has a feminist hero
Many call her “Gisele” as if they know her personally. In her chic image, they see themselves, their mothers, their grandmothers.
Superannuation sector’s ‘significant’ growth threatens financial stability: RBA
The central bank released its half-yearly Financial Stability Review on Thursday morning.
‘Pretty much a car chase’: Cleary reveals ‘mind-blowing’ paparazzi pursuit with Mary Fowler
Panthers captain Nathan Cleary has opened up for the first time about his relationship with Matildas star Fowler – including a run-in with photographers.
‘George’ on the big change that means Seinfeld couldn’t be made today
Jason Alexander, the actor who played George Costanza in the hit ’90s sitcom, says many of the show’s storylines wouldn’t be possible now.
Why Amazing Race is the best reality show ever
This long-running reality colossus succeeds because wherever you put people, ultimately we’re all the same.
Gill got rejected from a widow’s group, so she started her own
Gill Malona, a 29-year-old who lost her teenage sweetheart to bowel cancer, says people need to put conversations about death back on the table.
Western Australia
Caroline Spencer on playing watchdog to a mega-government and the career she almost had
The state’s 19th auditor general talks the conversation that changed her life, holding a mega-government to account, and what she makes of being dubbed its most effective opposition.
Exclusive
Planning and development
Perth Concert Hall’s $150 million refresh ramps up
The state and federal governments have released artists’ impressions of the rejuvenated 51-year-old heritage-listed facility, confirming works will begin next year.
WA moves to circumvent national ‘watered-down’ vaping ban
WA Health Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson said the new regulations were necessary to “retain the status quo” ban of vapes.
Exclusive
Metronet
State pulls plug on ‘tone-deaf’ Metronet Christmas pageant float
The WA government has pulled the plug on plans to send a float spruiking its flagship Metronet program down St Georges Terrace in this year’s annual Perth Christmas Pageant.
‘Sex parties’ are booming in WA. So, what really happens?
They’re so exclusive there’s an extensive vetting process you need to go through before you can even get an invite. But once you’re in, the parties are not for the faint-hearted.
Politics
Updated
Middle East tensions
Australia joins US in plea for immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah
Anthony Albanese has joined world leaders calling for an immediate 21-day ceasefire.
Business
Power giant fined $14m for misleading consumers on electricity prices
EnergyAustralia misled consumers about power prices as bills were spiking due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
World
Updated
Courts
New York City mayor indicted following corruption probe
The charges come after the FBI searched Eric Adams’ electronic devices, and in the wake of a slew of resignations by top city officials.
Opinion
Memo to Dutton: It’s the final quarter, you’d better start kicking
David Crowe
Chief political correspondent
Hey, big spenders: The most profligate election campaign in US history
Stephen Bartholomeusz
Senior business columnist
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Property
One-third of Perth suburbs are now ‘million-dollar markets’
An analysis of 300 Perth suburbs has revealed a third are now million-dollar markets, joining a list that, for the first time, includes four suburban unit markets.
Which suburbs are soaking up Perth’s skyrocketing population?
The state’s population has swelled since 2019 and the growth is being absorbed in some surprising places, according to new analysis by KPMG Australia.
Good Food
Lifestyle
‘He wasn’t dead yet’: Gill got rejected from a widow’s group, so she started her own
Gill Malona, a 29-year-old who lost her teenage sweetheart to bowel cancer, says people need to put conversations about death back on the table.
Culture
‘George’ on the big change that means Seinfeld couldn’t be made today
Jason Alexander, the actor who played George Costanza in the hit ’90s sitcom, says many of the show’s storylines wouldn’t be possible now.
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Sport
‘White-line fever’: Once a plumber, Papley is now the Swans’ chief pest
Toby Greene and Willie Rioli know all about the Sydney small forward, who talks a big game and backs it up. His third AFL grand final could yet be his biggest moment.
Grand final teams: Fort’s big chance after McInerney’s blow; Age experts make their tips
Our tipsters give their expert predictions for the grand final and explain their picks. There are no surprises at the selection table with Brisbane back-up ruckman Darcy Fort coming in for Oscar McInerney.
Opinion
AFL grand final
Why a Swans win on Saturday will just be part of the natural order
Sydney won’t be shocked when the Swans win the AFL grand final. We’re just better at Aussie rules than anyone, especially Victorians.
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
Opinion
AFL grand final
Put in the work or pay the price: Callum Mills is a cautionary tale
Callum Mills’ injury was self-inflicted, due to the amount of pre-season training he missed. It might, heartbreakingly, cost him a premiership.
Kane Cornes
AFL columnist
Payne relief: The moment that set up Lions’ redemption mission
Few men have endured Jack Payne’s ill-fortune in finals football, but his heartbreak is behind him after a season-altering tackle.
Hutchison’s company at the centre of footy media shake-up
Craig Hutchison is set to feature on Seven next year as his production company, Rainmaker, expands its relationship with the Kerry Stokes-controlled network.
‘He just brings the energy’: The soundtrack to the Swans’ September march
The Liverpool chant first introduced to Sydney’s inner sanctum two years ago by Errol Gulden is back - with a heartwarming twist.
Have Your Say
However you slice it, it’s inevitable which teams are going to make the grand final
The Roosters and Sharks have to throw convention out the door if they’re to trouble the two premiership heavyweights.
Andrew Johns
League columnist
