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Second comingCommentsPremiumCousins is back but ‘Prince of Perth’ pedestal is not

While it is fantastic to see heroes return we must be wary about how we treat Ben Cousins this time around, writes Jenna Clarke.

Jenna Clarke

Jenna ClarkeAssistant Editor

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Quest for ‘perfect body’ is having dangerous results

It is if you’ve grown up in a culture that glorifies very thin bodies and implies, in a thousand ways, that every curve is a flaw just waiting to be toned and every jiggle represents a moral failure.

Kate Emery

Kate EmerySenior Reporter

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Brave new worldCommentsPremium
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COVID passport can bring back globetrotting Aussies

Australians may have to get used to carrying around a vaccine certificate if they want to get back to being a nation of worldwide backpackers and adventurers.

Mary Goode

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Age-old battleCommentsPremium
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How to avoid being railroaded into retirement

It is an unavoidable part of growing older. At some stage, everyone expects you to retire — but when it is your boss who is giving you the vibes things can be more challenging.

Gary Martin

CrisisCommentsPremiumCelebs could play key role in eating disorder fight

Skinny-shaming is unhelpful, but the celebrity world should consider what it can do to promote healthy bodies and body image.

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PM’s dilemmaCommentsPremium
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Morrison’s zero tolerance for Porter’s trust issues

If Porter sticks to his guns and runs again, one group of quiet Australians will seal his fate.

Lanai Scarr

Lanai ScarrFederal Political Editor

Business acumenCommentsPremiumDisaster is certain — but planning can blunt the damage

We can’t predict the future, nor the consequences of these sort of unexpected events. But businesses can prepare in advance for them and mitigate the damage that they’re likely to cause.

Michael Schaper

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‘A job well done’VideoCommentsPremium
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Labor’s downfall is not recognising JobKeeper’s worth

JobKeeper was not a program that was implemented lightly. It was an extraordinary program for an extraordinary time. But the context of JobKeeper’s introduction cannot be forgotten.

Michael Sukkar

Anxiety AuntCommentsPremiumHe’s no Scrooge McDuck — so you’ve hit the jackpot

I’m dating someone who earns a lot more than I do. He books us into expensive hotels and fancy restaurants but I don’t know whether I am meant to split the bill or return the favour. Please help!

Jay Hanna

Jay Hanna

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Porter accepted inevitable & jumped before being pushed

From the moment Christian Porter revealed he had accepted anonymous donations of up to $1 million to cover his legal bills, his days in Federal Cabinet were numbered.

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Sad realityCommentsPremium
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Why kids are the key to fighting racism

Education is an important part of every child’s life but the schoolyard can be a cruel place for some. Unfortunately, racism is something that even children experience.

Rangi Hirini

EditorialCommentsPremiumSympathy for NSW and Victoria as football fever hits WA

Everyone in this country will be feeling enormous sympathy for NSW and Victoria as they battle through their COVID crisis while being forced to cancel landmark events.

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Strange eraCommentsPremium
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Turning to celebrities as politicians fool us

We’re beginning to see more depth and authenticity from A-listers and less from our own politicians – and, worryingly, we’re expecting more from the celebrities than we do from public officials.

Jenna Clarke

Jenna ClarkeAssistant Editor

credit duePremiumKnowing a loved one died on their terms makes it easier

‘We loved finding tracks and seeing where they led.’ Ian Morley said this about the love he and his wife, Fran, had for travelling. He said it on Friday at Fran’s funeral.

Ben Harvey

Ben HarveyChief Reporter

Sub Hopes SunkCommentsPremiumWA may not forgive and forget subs deal on election day

Seemingly, Scott Morrison reckons he has done enough to keep West Australians voting blue at the next federal election, despite giving the chocolate biscuits to South Australia. I’m not so sure.

Joe Spagnolo

that’s lifePremiumWhy go hard when you can go home?

SAS Australia is fascinating viewing but who are these courageous (and possibly disturbed) people lining up to take part? It seems like a terrible idea to me.

Nat Locke

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Dangerous lessonsCommentsPremium
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How a TikTok meal-sharing trend is damaging teen girls

Fears that a new social media trend is exposing young girls to dangerously disordered eating has prompted calls for parents to teach their daughters how to be online.

Kate Emery

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Blind trust sagaCommentsPremium
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Porter’s judgment amiss over blind trust ordeal

For a very intellectually smart man, Christian Porter often shows extraordinarily bad judgment.

Michelle Grattan

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Disgusting claimsCommentsPremium
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Toxic culture in mining sector should outrage us all

It is already clear the resources sector has much work to do to clean up its act. What has been revealed just cannot continue.

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Caution to concernCommentsPremium
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How Australia should tread water with China

The national conversation about our largest trading partner China has descended from caution, to concern, to fear that miscalculation or conflict is possible.

Andrew Hunter

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How the CCC wrecked Japan trade official's life

Craig Peacock’s reputation was destroyed, he has been unable to find a permanent job, his health has collapsed and the McGowan Government is pursuing legal action in Japan.

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How new laws will target the most vile online criminals

New laws passed by the Morrison Government last month ensure the most vile of offenders can’t hide in the depths of the dark web.

Ben Morton

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Ten thingsCommentsPremium
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Pick a team and join in grand final ‘People’s Parade’

Perth wanted an AFL grand final parade and we’ve got it.

Basil Zempilas

Basil ZempilasSeven News Sports Presenter

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The implications for our region under the AUKUS deal

Joe Biden might call him ‘that fella Down Under’ but Scott Morrison is convinced the birth of the new AUKUS defence alliance is what Australia needs amid an uncertain future in our region.

Mark Riley

Mark RileySeven News Political Editor