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Eating out in Perth & WA
Trusted reviews from WA’s best food writer, all in one place.
Trouble in paradise: How a Dalkeith verge dispute escaped millionaires’ row and wound up in court
It’s one of Perth’s most exclusive addresses, a quaint street lined by multimillion-dollar mansions with sweeping river views and perfectly manicured lawns. But a Supreme Court row over a verge has pulled back the curtain on life on Jutland Parade.
Analysis
Working from home
Why working from home has become the new political battleground
One-third of us work from home at least some of the time. That’s a big clue as to why Labor is talking about it so much.
Opinion
Australia votes
The budget will reveal Labor’s level of confidence. Dutton’s already shown his
If the treasurer surprises on the bold side, it may be a sign of panic for Labor, but the opposition leader seems to be shifting the focus of the Coalition’s campaign.
Sean Kelly
Columnist
Exclusive
Australians abroad
Heartbreaking wish of little girl trapped under capsized Bali boat with Australian victim
A passenger on the snorkelling boat that flipped in rough seas has recounted horrifying details of the tragedy, including how her badly injured daughter has been left traumatised by the death of Australian tourist Anna Blight.
Live
WA news live
Who will become WA’s opposition party?
Who will be the official opposition party in WA is still up in the air this morning, with the Liberal and National parties both claiming six seats in the lower house so far. Follow our live coverage here.
Opinion
Supermarkets
It’s official – supermarkets are overcharging. Quick, change the subject
Neither the Labor government nor the opposition are truly interested in shutting down price gouging by the big two supermarkets – they would rather have the issue disappear.
Ross Gittins
Economics Editor
Exclusive
Trade
The new Trump threat to Australia-US trade – and it’s not tariffs
Australia’s shipping industry says a US proposal to impose “extreme” fees on China-linked ships that visit its ports will hurt trade.
Analysis
World elections
‘He wants to break us’: Canada’s newbie PM calls snap election as Trump looms large
Canadians will go to the polls at the end of April in an election that will be as much about their neighbour as it is their own country.
‘Violation of civil rights’: Emboldened by Trump, US Capitol rioters seek retribution
Not content with being released from prison, Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio and others charged over the January 6 riots are determined to prove they are the victims.
Updated
AFL 2025
Reid set for AFL scrutiny after flipping crowd the bird during Eagles loss
Harley Reid could face AFL scrutiny for a gesture towards the crowd.
Budget to include pre-election cash splash
Stay on top of today’s biggest stories with the national news blog.
‘Save the Kebab!’: Did the City of Perth have to chop up a cherished public art work?
The Ore Obelisk is gone but not forgotten by the arts community, who are demanding a suitable replacement and horrified by the prospect of a seven-metre tall spaceman.
A dietitian’s guide to the best tinned fish to fill your basket with – and what to watch out for
From tuna to salmon, sardines and mackerel, which are the best types of tinned fish to eat, and why?
Dreading work on Monday? There’s a name for that
The Sunday Scaries are a common anxiety that disrupts sleep, but with the right strategies, they can be managed for a calmer, more refreshed start to the week.
Australia takes record medal haul at world championships
Four medals on the final day, including gold and silver in the high jump, have delivered Australia not only its biggest world indoor championships haul but almost doubled its previous highest medal tally.
Opinion
Tripologist
Despite my long experience and best efforts, ‘Delhi belly’ got me
I’m a road-tested traveller, I tend to stay in decent hotels and I’m careful with what I put in my mouth. It didn’t save me this time.
Michael Gebicki
The Tripologist
Explainer
History
What does it take to find a shipwreck – and can you keep the treasure?
There are 8000 shipwrecks off Australia alone, many more still to be found. Yet stunning discoveries still happen. What does it take to find these ghostly vessels?
Western Australia
Nationals even the ledger as Zempilas’ chance at opposition leader rests on Kalamunda
On the current count, both the Nationals and Liberals have won three extra seats each in the lower house taking their totals to six seats each.
Updated
Bushfires
Bushfire warning for Woodvale downgraded, but residents told to stay updated
DFES have downgraded a bushfire warning for Perth’s northern suburbs – but residents have been told to stay updated in case conditions change.
Green light for $200m City Beach apartment plan amid community furore
More than 220 people converged on the Boulevard Centre in Floreat on Thursday, where the WA Planning Commission held its meeting.
WA mum out on bail two days after being jailed over twins’ car crash deaths
Rachel Van Oyen, 32, was sentenced to two months behind bars on Wednesday over a crash that killed her seven-year-old daughters.
Updated
WA election
Libby Mettam quits as WA Liberal leader
“Stability is what is required. And support for the leader going forward, and my commitment whether I receive the role as deputy or not, is to support the leader.”
Politics
Analysis
Federal budget
How Anthony Albanese is taking a leaf from Scott Morrison’s playbook
The prime minister is looking to an unlikely source to take on Opposition Leader Peter Dutton.
Business
More borrowers are ditching their bank as refinancing rate picks up
Home loan customers have been growing more proactive in seeking out cheaper loans recently, especially as interest rates trend lower.
World
Israeli strike at Gaza hospital kills five, including a Hamas political leader
A senior Hamas official is among the dead in an Israeli strike at a Gaza hospital, as Palestinian officials say the conflict death toll has passed 50,000.
Opinion
Teals must come clean before the election. Voters have a right to know
George Brandis
Former high commissioner to the UK and federal attorney-general
Explore
Property
Bec and Chris Judd list glam peninsula reno for up to $3m
They fell in love with the home in the depths of winter, then gutted and rebuilt it in four months.
It’s a long way to the top of the tower replacing AC/DC family home
A 143.9m, 38-storey building featuring a 120-room hotel is planned for the former Sydney home of Angus and Malcolm Young, which was knocked down in December.
Good Food
Lifestyle
Are your hands making you look older? Here’s how to treat them
They are the hardest-working parts of the body, and often neglected when it comes to skincare.
Opinion
Work/life balance
How’s your work-life imbalance? This ‘loopy’ office show is uncannily gratifying
Julia Baird
Journalist, broadcaster, historian and author
Culture
Eight new books, including a Nobel Prize winner, YA romantasy and a year in Seoul
Our reviewers cast their eyes over recent fiction and non-fiction releases.
Traveller
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Updated
AFL 2025
Reid set for AFL scrutiny after flipping crowd the bird as Eagles almost beat Lions Gabba
North Melbourne blew a great opportunity in round one but they did not make the same mistake a week later. Meanwhile, Harley Reid could face AFL scrutiny for a gesture towards the crowd, and Patrick Dangerfield is free to play in round three.
Analysis
Formula 1
‘The hairpin of my life’: Five key moments from Piastri’s China win
A week after failing to snap Australia’s hoodoo of no local driver finishing on the Albert Park podium, Oscar Piastri was utterly dominant in victory in Shanghai.
Matthew Clayton
Analysis
AFL 2025
The Melbourne powerhouses in the mix for another club’s captain
Hawthorn and Collingwood are among the suitors. It is a safe bet that Melbourne will be too, and Essendon would be foolish not to entertain this co-captain given their scarcity of leadership and a mature key forward to support Nate Caddy.
4 overs, 10 fours, 4 sixes and 1 dot ball: Jofra Archer smashed for most expensive figures in IPL history
Jofra Archer conceded 76 runs in four overs as Travis Head led the attack against the England paceman.
Australia takes record medal haul at world championships
Four medals on the final day, including gold and silver in the high jump, have delivered Australia not only its biggest world indoor championships haul but almost doubled its previous highest medal tally.
Opinion
AFL 2025
Get defensive: The glass-half-empty view of the Bombers
Essendon gave up 25 goals to the Crows, lost by 10 goals and were defensively weak. Again. The same old problems re-emerged. Is there a glass-half-full way of looking at it?
Michael Gleeson
Sports columnist
Four wickets in 13 balls: Sutherland stars as Australia crush New Zealand
Australia have continued their utter dominance of New Zealand, recording a thumping 92-run win in Tauranga to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match Twenty20 series.
Have Your Say
The sooner the Socceroos qualify, the sooner they can try to solve their age-old problem
Injuries to Adam Taggart and Kusini Yengi have further exposed Australia’s lack of quality striking options - an issue coach Tony Popovic probably can’t fix until after 2026 World Cup qualification is clinched.
