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We must stop Kimberley crime wave at its source, says youth worker
There is a wicked, urgent problem in the West Australian Kimberley that $50 million in just-pledged funding neatly ignores, says a worker on the front line.
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Child safety
Victims of crime flirt with vigilantism while Kimberley kids known as ‘ghosts’ are left behind
This isn’t small talk about giving a kid a hiding if they trespass on private property; we’re talking open discussions around gun use and electrifying fences.
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UAP labels Chinese-owned mine that pays Clive Palmer $1m a day a security threat
A United Australia Party advertisement makes unsubstantiated claims about an airport at a WA mine aiding a Chinese invasion, but it ignores the fact that the mine is party founder Clive Palmer’s main source of income.
Brains behind The Beaufort take on Yagan Square
Meet mates Drew Flanagan and Ross Drennan who quit their day jobs to start a successful events business 11 years ago and are quickly growing a stable of popular venues.
Opinion
Schools
Fact check: Is moving to Perth’s ‘best’ school zones worth it?
There are a handful of premium public schools people relocate for, but what do they pay for the privilege, and is it really cheaper than private school fees?
Emma Young
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Liberal concedes first home buyer plan might ‘bump’ house prices
The Minister for Superannuation has conceded that the Coalition’s first home buyer policy, which could lead to people dipping into their super to purchase their first house, may increase property prices short term.
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PM repositions himself with pitch to younger voters in last week of campaign
The PM who spent most of the last five weeks sledging his opponent and arguing over past decisions, has been replaced by someone who wants to talk about his optimism.
Opinion
Political leadership
After labouring the point, Albanese finally gets his story straight
In this age of too many vague political words, can clear and specific beliefs still reach people?
Sean Kelly
Columnist
Russia has lost ‘a third of ground forces’ in Ukraine attack
A defiant Ukrainian president has also vowed to one day host the Eurovision Song Contest in the embattled city of Mariupol, currently in Russian hands.
Young, smart and unable to pursue a future
Thousands of young people who grew up in Australia are denied places at universities and TAFE because they cannot afford the international student fees imposed on people on temporary visas.
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Liar Liar
How a root canal and a divorce helped two investors escape Melissa Caddick’s fraud
Two unfortunate events proved a stroke of good fortune for two investors who managed to recoup their investments from the fraudster, the podcast Liar Liar reveals.
COVID-19 hospital protocols implicated in deaths and harm of Victorian patients
Visitor restrictions were highlighted as an issue, but others say that they were necessary to keep vulnerable staff and patients safe.
Are we destined for multiple loves? Millennials think we are
Conversations with Friends is sparking, well, conversations about traditional relationship structures and whether they’re still relevant today.
Monkeygate’s huge toll on Andrew Symonds
Monkeygate may have shortened Andrew Symonds’ international career by as much as five years, according to those close to him.
Key takeouts from round 9 of the AFL’s 2022 season
As strange as it sounds after a 74-point thumping, the Eagles may have turned the corner, while Dockers coach Justin Longmuir gave The Sun’s all due credit.
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Albanese reveals two-term strategy if Labor wins
Anthony Albanese says he wants to “change the way that politics operates in this country” and that his party has learned the lessons of the Rudd and Gillard years.
Morrison sets up super-sized battle with Labor on housing
The PM promised first home buyers they would be able to use their super to get into the market, attracting criticism it will drive up property prices and weaken retirement incomes.
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Western Australia
WA budget to benefit property development, but leaves renters out in the cold
There are concerns the WA budget handed down on Thursday does little to address the rental crisis, particularly in the short term.
WA Labor MP accuses Libs candidate of lobbying for big tobacco and racism in campaign texts
State upper house Labor MP Klara Andric used parliamentary privilege to launch the extraordinary attack on the Liberals’ star pick for the must-win marginal WA seat of Swan.
Would you pay $4000 to stay in a tent on Rottnest in summer?
Planning a family trip to Rottnest during the January summer break? Get ready to open the piggy bank.
Star food and wine critics exit WA’s only daily paper
Rob Broadfield’s restaurant reviews were both loved and loathed, depending on how he rated the food, wine and service on offer when he dined out. Wine writer Ray Jordan is also out.
Red dirt royalties keep WA in the black, but McGowan knows they won’t last forever
The state makes more money from iron ore than from land tax, stamp duty and payroll tax put together.
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Media & marketing
ABC board told to appoint complaints ombudsman
The ABC board is considering one key change to the way it handles editorial complaints moving forward.
Business
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Gas
How a chemicals tycoon shaped Australia’s ‘gas-fired recovery’
Andrew Liveris is one of Australia’s most successful businessmen, an adviser to US presidents Donald Trump and Barack Obama. So how did he come to shape the nation’s energy policy?
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Racially motivated shooter pointed to Christchurch attacks in ‘manifesto’
Police officials said the “racially motived” gunman wore body armor and military-style clothing before opening fire in Buffalo, New York.
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Property
High hopes: The humble Queenslander with plans to see the world
The owners of an inner-city Queenslander surrounded by other houses and apartments have lofty ambitions for their extension.
It now takes more than a decade to save a home deposit
Housing affordability has worsened by every measure since the start of the pandemic, according to new research, and is unlikely to improve as interest rates rise.
Lifestyle
Are we destined for multiple loves? Millennials think we are
Conversations with Friends is sparking, well, conversations about traditional relationship structures and whether they’re still relevant today.
Culture
Can the Sally Rooney-verse really work on screen?
Despite Conversations with Friends’ best efforts, it still feels better to read Rooney’s books than watch them.
Sport
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AFL 2022
Chandler faces scrutiny over tackle as dominant Demons too good for Eagles
Melbourne’s Kade Chandler is facing a suspension after his desperate tackle sent West Coast’s Luke Foley into the league’s concussion protocols, and left the young Demon shattered in the reigning premiers’ thrashing of the Eagles on Sunday.
World Cup to the burbs: Why a Brazilian international is coaching our kids
When parent Rishu Thapar found out his child’s coach is international soccer star Mineiro, he said: “Are you serious?”
AFL round 9 briefing: Key takeouts and MRO news
Our reporters give you the lowdown on all the action from round nine of the AFL season.
Hindley triumphs on the Blockhaus to win gruelling Giro stage
Australian cyclist Jai Hindley won the ninth stage of the Giro d’Italia atop the fearsome Blockhaus on Sunday as Juan Pedro Lopez retained the pink jersey.
‘A heart-and-soul type of guy’: Teammates pay tribute to Symonds
Andrew Symonds has been remembered as a fiercely loyal friend, a supremely talented player, and a man whose great passions were his children, the outdoors, and cricket.
Gold Coast upset Dockers with big win in the wet
Mabior Chol led the scoresheet with four goals for the Suns, but others were more instrumental in the victory. All their leaders stood up.
‘Where’s the nastiness gone?’: Dons slammed for meek response to Swans
Matthew Lloyd condemned the Bombers for allowing themselves to be “walked all over” by their rivals after failing to fly the flag on at least two occasions on Saturday night.
Have Your Say
The NRL doesn’t sell what you need to win a Rugby World Cup
Before Rugby Australia start chasing league targets for 2027, they should look at the 34-year-old who beat up NSW at Leichhardt Oval. And has won two World Cups.
