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State’s first comprehensive cancer centre on the way for Western Australia
The Perkins WA Comprehensive Cancer Centre will operate as a state-of-the-art facility where world-leading research will underpin the delivery of cutting-edge clinical care in cancer.
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Middle East at war
Fuel spike is coming: Relief at bowser not tipped to last
Australians enjoyed a respite from soaring fuel prices, but global markets will bring bad news to service stations in coming weeks.
After tough start to second term as PM, Albanese says he’s not going anywhere
One year into a difficult second term, Anthony Albanese says absorbing the nation’s anger and grief is part of the job.
WA’s first set of quadruplets in six years a shock to mum
Belinda and Emmanuel Lotsu were thrilled with the four new additions to their family on Tuesday.
US withdrawing 5000 troops from Germany, US officials say
Follow our live coverage of news in Australia and around the globe.
Jefferson Lewis could face life in prison. Traditional law calls for a different kind of justice
Hundreds rioted outside Alice Springs Hospital demanding payback; justice, they said, had not been done for the death of five-year-old Kumanjayi Little Baby.
In Lebanon, the missiles fall and the crisis mounts, despite the ceasefire
With thousands displaced by the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, aid agencies say Lebanon’s war-weary civilians are now also facing a health crisis.
AFL LIVE: West Coast have snapped up the opening goal thanks to Harley Reid
Carlton blew a half-time lead for the fifth time this season to lose to St Kilda by 39 points. On a day which highlighted the growing gulf in the AFL, Richmond snared their first win, Brisbane blew away Essendon and Geelong toyed with North before winning comfortably at home.
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LoadingFremantle go top of the ladder after brilliant comeback win
Fremantle have survived a Marcus Bontempelli-inspired Western Bulldogs comeback, hanging on for a two-goal victory at Marvel. To complete the Friday night thrills, Adelaide was victorious by one point in a typical Showdown heart-stopper.
Time to atone: Eagles vow to bounce back against Tigers
West Coast’s leaders have pledged to atone for last week’s 101-point loss to St Kilda when they confront fellow strugglers Richmond at Optus Stadium on Saturday.
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Kumanjayi Little Baby case
Kumanjayi Little Baby had a cat named Yellow and loved her brother. Her death sparked a riot
On the evening of Anzac Day, a man is alleged to have set in motion a series of events that sparked a national outcry, broke the hearts of millions, and ignited rage in Alice Springs.
Twenty-five reasons Africa should be your ‘right now’ destination, not ‘one day’
With bookings on the rise, Africa is one of the most aspirational destinations.
Men can now pop a pill to cure their baldness. The catch? It may also wreck their sex life
Follically challenged men can now pop a pill to cure their baldness. The catch? It may also wreck their sex life.
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Ex-wife of mining magnate to sell $12m estate
Sue Gibson, a horse breeder and the ex-wife of Steve Wyatt, has put her Southern Highlands residence on the market as she spends more time in Western Australia.
‘Why won’t she shut up?’: The blunt verdict that Lena Dunham was dreading
She was hailed as a voice of the Millennial generation – yet it’s only now that Dunham is beginning to process the pain and self-loathing she had at the time.
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Fremantle
This Fremantle eatery run by a self-taught chef showcases the many pleasures (and pains) of Indonesian cuisine
Uncompromising flavours, fiery sambals and thoughtful vegetarian cooking are the hallmarks of this youthful neighbourhood favourite.
Western Australia
Perth medical student found not guilty of father’s killing on grounds of insanity
David Moussa was studying to be a doctor when he felt compelled to stab his father, Nadi Moussa, after falsely believing he was abused by him as a child.
Poliovirus strain detected in WA for the first time
Vaccine-derived poliovirus is rare but can occur in parts of the world where the oral polio vaccine is still used. This is the first time this strain has been detected in Australia.
The Perth roads with the highest number of crashes revealed
The findings are based on analysis of publicly available crash data that groups together traffic incidents that occurred within a 100-metre radius of each location.
Perth’s house prices are on a hot streak not seen in 20 years. Are we reaching a ‘tipping point’?
Perth’s house prices have risen again in the longest uninterrupted stretch of growth since 2000-07, but there are warnings buyers could be hitting an “affordability ceiling”.
WA renters paint grim picture as affordability ‘collapses’
Nicolette Murphy is on a disability pension after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2010. Almost her entire pay goes to rent.
Property
Perth’s house prices are on a hot streak not seen in 20 years. Are we reaching a ‘tipping point’?
Perth’s house prices have risen again in the longest uninterrupted stretch of growth since 2000-07, but there are warnings buyers could be hitting an “affordability ceiling”.
WA renters paint grim picture as affordability ‘collapses’
Nicolette Murphy is on a disability pension after being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2010. Almost her entire pay goes to rent.
Politics
After tough start to second term as PM, Albanese ‘absolutely’ wants a third
One year into a difficult second term, Anthony Albanese says absorbing the nation’s anger and grief is part of the job of being prime minister, while declaring he will absolutely seek a third term.
Business
A controversial entrepreneur claims his new AI judge will restore society’s shared truth
Aron D’Souza, the entrepreneur behind the controversial “doping Olympics”, has unveiled a billionaire-backed AI platform to take on media reports.
World
The spread of hulking data centres is alarming many Americans. An Australian is pushing back
In the world capital of AI data centres, community opposition is growing – and getting results.
Opinion
Why Trump is sending Australia a bargain-bin US ambassador
Cory Alpert
Former White House staffer
Can Albanese hold his nerve when the angry Boomers come for him?
James Massola
Chief political commentator
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Lifestyle
Not just a pretty place: Four ways to keep your garden exciting
These features are anything but an indulgence, as UK garden designer Lottie Delamain reveals her practical advice for those in need of some fresh motivation.
Culture
Britney Spears charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs
The singer has been charged after she was pulled over in March for driving fast and erratically on a California highway.
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AFL 2026
‘Embarrassing, lacking credibility’: Indigenous greats slam AFL
All-Australians Shaun Burgoyne, Michael O’Loughlin and Michael Walters are among those critical of the make-up and lack of Indigenous representation on the panel designed to address a crisis in the number of First Nations players in the game.
Caroline Wilson
Football columnist for The Age
‘Saw him limp a bit’: Bulldogs consider resting Bontempelli; Showdown thrills and spills
Fremantle have survived a Marcus Bontempelli-inspired Western Bulldogs comeback, hanging on for a two-goal victory at Marvel Stadium. To complete the Friday night thrills, Adelaide was victorious by one point in a typical Showdown heart-stopper.
‘The fire is in the belly’: Bellamy to coach on amid heartbreaking diagnosis
Melbourne Storm director of football Frank Ponissi insists coach Craig Bellamy remains committed to seeing out the 2026 NRL season.
He’s 15, hitting Pat Cummins into the stands, and just getting started
Indian whiz kid Vaibhav Suryavanshi has taken down the world’s best bowlers in the IPL. Now the question is, how far will his prodigious talent take him?
How Carlton are defending their handling of Elijah Hollands
The Blues say they didn’t break any rules and are standing by the medical team that assessed Elijah Hollands on the night he took the field against Collingwood.
Time to atone: Eagles vow to bounce back against Tigers
West Coast’s leaders have pledged to atone for last week’s 101-point loss to St Kilda when they confront fellow strugglers Richmond at Optus Stadium on Saturday.
‘We were bullied’: Waratahs take a beating from Force in Sydney
The Force have kept their finals hope alive after defeating the NSW Waratahs 20-17 in Sydney.
Have Your Say
On a tense Anzac Day, the MCG fell silent. Then the Welcome to Country began
The dawn service had been marred by booing during the Welcome to Country, and tensions were running high before the traditional MCG fixture that afternoon. Would the crowd there boo, too?
Peter FitzSimons
Columnist and author
