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‘The leadership ambitions of Rita Saffioti and Amber-Jade Sanderson have been a hot topic of debate all year, inside and outside the WA Labor caucus.’

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The contenders and pretenders jostling for Roger Cook’s job

It was just a coincidence, of course, that the two most obvious contenders to one day take Roger Cook’s job each called their own press conference within an hour of his first day of personal leave this week.

Jessica Page

Karrie-Anne and Koda Salmon at the annual memorial gathering at the site of the Pinjarra Massacre.

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Finally, we’re calling Pinjarra massacre the atrocity it was

The apology from Governor Chris Dawson to Traditional Owners for the 1834 Pinjarra Massacre is not merely a formality or a tokenistic event. It is a critical, long-overdue act of historical honesty.

Emma Garlett

Emma Garlett

In tonight’s show, Ben Harvey charts the jaw-dropping rise of one of the most scandal-ridden companies on the ASX and asks whether Wisetech Global founder Richard White can survive his latest controversy – a daylight raid by the Australian Federal Police.

WATCHVideoPremiumWisetech an Australian success story … then scandal hit

Ben Harvey charts the jaw-dropping rise of one of the most scandal-ridden companies on the ASX and asks whether Wisetech Global founder Richard White can survive his latest controversy.

Ben Harvey | Tue, October 28

Luke from DFES and Koda Salmon attend to the smoke at the memorial gathering at the site of the Pinjarra Massacre.

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Pinjarra apology recognises dark truth

For much of the past two centuries, it was known as the “Battle of Pinjarra.” Recent years have seen a linguistic shift as Australia grapples with the truth of its colonial past.

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Gloria Kearing, Jedda Salmon, Governor Chris Dawson and Karrie-Anne Salmon.

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Attack in Pinjarra was a massacre, not a battle

Stirling and his party, lined abreast on the riverbank, ambushed the retreating tribe.

Malcolm Quekett

Boys are not the ‘dud’ gender and the way we portray them must change.

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Boys are not the ‘dud’ gender, they shouldn’t have a bad rap

AMELIA BROUN: Rowdy. Full on. Reckless. Loud. Naughty. Hearing young boys portrayed this way lights a fire inside me. I feel a deep duty to defend them.

Amelia Broun

Amelia Broun

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley’s demand to split green Bill could prove to be a major misstep.

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Attitude on environment laws hasn’t survived the details

When parts of the new environmental approvals legislation were released to stakeholders last week, the rush of people legging it back to their corners was deafening after an air of collegiality.

Katina Curtis

Tech turning against us Illustration: Don Lindsay

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When even WiFi is a rotten snitch, it’s time man fights back

In what is being called the end of a WFH era, Microsoft Teams plans to introduce a new feature that will tell an employee’s boss exactly where they are when they log in remotely.

Kate Emery

Kate Emery

Water is a basic necessity, how is WA getting it so wrong?

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Water is a basic necessity, how is WA getting it so wrong?

If the WA Labor Government is looking to set a record in water mismanagement, it is well on the way.

Peter Rundle

“What does standing up to China actually look like?” with Ben Harvey

WATCHVideoPremiumWhat does standing up to China actually look like?

Ben Harvey follows the PM’s exploits in Kuala Lumpur where an emboldened Anthony Albanese, hot on his critical minerals deal with Donald Trump, stares down China’s Premier over a previous military incident.

Ben Harvey | Mon, October 27

Barnaby Joyce has always done exactly as he pleased

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Self-serving egotist Joyce has always been a ‘free agent’

Barnaby Joyce has always done exactly as he pleased, damn the consequences for anyone else — even for those on his own side.

‘Doctoring does nothing to reduce one’s tendency to make wry comments in the midst of stress.’

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Humour is the companion of grief, embrace it where you can

Doctoring does nothing to reduce one’s tendency to make wry comments in the midst of stress. Every day, patients and staff are, in strategic moments, laughing in the midst of difficult and sad situations.

Andrew Miller

WA has the highest rate of private hospital coverage in the country, with 54 per cent of West Australians relying on private health insurance.

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Fragile WA public health system on the brink

It’s been one year since I took on the role of State secretary of the Australian Nursing Federation. In that time, WA’s nurses and midwives have faced an extraordinary confluence of challenges. 

Romina Raschilla

Industry Super Australia’s chief executive officer Bernie Dean.

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West Aussies’ missing millions show super changes overdue

As a sign of a growing issue, Cbus Super has recovered more than $23 million in unpaid super for WA members in the past financial year.

Bernie Dean

‘By the time the big day arrives, many people feel well and truly wrapped up in Christmas and not necessarily in a good way.’

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Bah humbug to Christmas taking hold in October

The very moment the calendar year tips into its final quarter, the first hints of Christmas appear. By the middle of October, it is less a gentle reminder and more a full-blown festive invasion.

Gary Martin

US President Donald Trump and Anthony Albanese, shake hands during a meeting in the Cabinet Room of the White House in Washington, DC.

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Act now to ensure WA’s economic future

It’s in the name. These minerals are critical to the world’s future, not just Western Australia’s. 

Jessica Page

Jessica Page

‘If the picture above looks familiar, it’s because you have seen a version of it in lots of ads.’

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Why retirement isn’t as scary as you’re being told

If the picture above looks familiar, it’s because you have seen a version of it in ads for superannuation funds. Lots of ads.

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Ben Harvey

Nat Locke pictured in the studio

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Some words of wisdom for students from my prehistoric days

From my extensive research (I spoke to some people at the dog park) I am aware that this week, WACE exams start. But it turns out that the exams weren’t all that bad …

Nat Locke

in WA this year more than 11,000 Year 7 students did not meet expectations after years in primary school learning what many would expect to be the basics.

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WA Kids must be able to count on schooling

Mathematics. Love it or hate it, it’s an essential building block for everyday life and crucial for the junior school curriculum.

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‘This week, we were breathlessly informed that Perth’s median home price will likely reach $1 million mark by year’s end.’

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A million reasons not to celebrate Perth property boom

I have a million-dollar house and, no, I’m not celebrating.

Sean Smith

Empathy is seen as the top predictor of employee engagement and innovation, yet leaders also reported escalating empathy fatigue after years of disruption and emotional labour.

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Individualism has eroded our sense of collective empathy

Empathy is seen as the top predictor of employee engagement and innovation, yet leaders also reported escalating empathy fatigue after years of disruption and emotional labour. 

Lanna Hill

Sporting greats Bill Kirby, Adam Gilchrist and Jamie Dwyer on what lies ahead after retirement

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The scary moment when a sporting career ends

For most athletes, and professionals from other sectors, the final whistle marks not just the end of competition, but often the beginning of a person’s reinvention. 

Justin Langer

Last weekend’s local government elections confirmed that WA voters have embraced the optional preferential voting system which was introduced at the 2023 polls.

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Peeling back the truth of council elections

Last weekend’s local government elections confirmed that WA voters have embraced the optional preferential voting system which was introduced at the 2023 polls.

Paul Murray

Paul Murray

Is it worth risking a blood relationship for the possibility of love?

Anxiety Aunt PremiumIs it worth ruining a blood relationship for love?

Loyalty is a wonderful character trait. But it should also be a two-way street.

Jay Hanna

Jay Hanna