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The WA election is basically a foregone conclusion. Here’s why it still matters

There is likely to be a massive swing against Labor in WA this year. It won’t make a difference at state level, but Anthony Albanese will be watching nervously come March 8.

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Election denial rife in Democrats, the most WA of scandals, and when is statue theft not news?

Plus Crikey gets to the bottom of those damn ‘happy junior friYAYYY!’ emails.

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Basil Zempilas promises to ban social media for under 16s in front of a cavalcade of right-wing stars

The ‘Australia: The Road Ahead’ conference featured no shortage of libertarian ‘thought leaders’. But what was their agenda?

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It’s time for Kerry Stokes to get out of Seven

The Stokes family is falling out of love with Seven. Is it time to sell?

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Exclusive: Seven West’s The Nightly tried to recruit teen columnist

Seven West’s shiny new newspaper has the backing of Kerry Stokes and Gina Rinehart. But that doesn’t mean it’s above chasing a child to write columns for it.

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Nine’s Photoshop nightmare, Basil’s hot mic, and the ABC’s war on facts

This week in Media Briefs, Nine learns how to edit photos the hard way, and Basil has a brush with a hot mic.

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Jannik Sinner, 22, wins Australian Open

Italian Jannik Sinner came from behind to demolish Russian Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open’s men’s final 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3, and working-class communities in Coalition regional and rural seats will be the biggest winners from Labor’s changes to the stage three tax cuts.

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He’s everywhere in Perth – but is Basil Zempilas the man to save the WA Liberals?

The lord mayor, sports commentator and newspaper columnist confirms he will run for parliament, but his potential tilt has already sparked controversy

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Fatter wallets for 84% of Australians

Average-wage earners will pocket more than $1,500 in tax relief under Labor’s changes to the stage three tax cuts, and Alex Zverev thoroughly defeated dual grand slam champion Carlos Alcaraz last night, leaving the Australian Open race wide open.

Crikey

Anatomy of a culture war: Dutton, Woolworths and January 26

Oh good, this again.

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WA premier lashes Perth mayor as women's shelter closes

Western Australia's premier has taken a swipe at City of Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas for being on an overseas trip as a vulnerable women's shelter closes.

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States push back at calls to step into Comm Games void

Perth's mayor and Sydney business groups have called for the 2026 Commonwealth Games to be hosted in their cities, but those who'd foot the bill are reluctant.

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‘Aren’t what they used to be’: other Australian states quick to rule out bids for 2026 Commonwealth Games after Victorian withdrawal

Perth’s lord mayor is keen but all other Australian states have ruled out stepping in to replace Victoria

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Nelson Ave in East Perth renamed Sailani Ave to honour contribution of Indian Anzacs

A street in the City of Perth is renamed in recognition of Private Nain Singh Sailani, following a personal request from India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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East Perth Primary School plan relies on complex deal between West Australian government and the City of Perth

Plans to build the first public school in Perth's CBD in more than 100 years are unveiled, but the proposal relies on a complex deal between the state government and the City of Perth.

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War of words over Perth's City of Light branding after criticism in WA Parliament

Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas has jumped to the defence of the marketing campaign in the face of a Labor MLA's scathing criticisms, insisting the moniker is both relevant and effective.

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Revitalising Perth's CBD a 'team game' amid calls to lower commercial rents in empty spaces

There is widespread agreement that the city centre needs more residents, businesses and foot traffic but considerable disagreement on the best way to encourage people to come back.

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Australia Day in Perth will be much different this year, with Skyworks cancelled after almost 40 years

It used to draw crowds of more than 300,000, but Perth's Australia Day Skyworks has lost its lustre. Has the massive pyrotechnics show been extinguished for good?

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Your guide to enjoying 2022 New Year's Eve celebrations in Perth

Crowd numbers at New Year's Eve celebrations in Perth are expected to bounce back from last year in the absence of COVID restrictions.

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Violent offenders to be banned from West Australian entertainment precincts following death of Giuseppe Raco

The West Australian government will introduce new laws to ban people convicted of violent and sexual offences from Northbridge, Fremantle, Scarborough, Hillarys and Mandurah for five years.

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Perth homeless centre denied planning permission after council bows to community opposition

The City of Perth has refused an application to relocate a 63-year-old homeless centre 200 metres around the corner, with the Lord Mayor saying the city is "disproportionately carrying the burden" of homelessness services.

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Perth Australia Day Skyworks vaccination change sparks row over COVID-19 health advice

A short-lived requirement for people attending Perth's Australia Day Skyworks to be vaccinated against COVID-19 ends in a dispute between the city council and WA government.

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