Politics

Perth Lord Mayor contestBasil’s ‘excited’ to get contest started

Media personality Basil Zempilas has announced his candidacy for Lord Mayor, but his ‘running mates’ choice has seen him cop criticism from his old colleague-turned-opponent Mark Gibson.

Tim Clarke

‘no confidence’Vic COVID crisis sees Harvey backtrack on WA border

Liberal leader Liza Harvey said she does not feel safe attending AFL games due to Victorian visitors, prompting the government to hit back at her for previously wanting to open the WA border.

Peter de Kruijff

AccessResidents riled over temporary road plan

Residents and interest groups have complained about a council plan to build and then remove a road to repair flood protection infrastructure, saying there was a more suitable solution.

Cameron Whiteley

Law and orderNSW hotels plied gamblers with free booze

Woolworths majority-owned ALH Group has been ordered to pay more than $172,000 after two of its NSW hotels illegally plied gamblers with free alcohol.

COVID-19 CRISISTwo new coronavirus cases in WA

Victoria has recorded another 216 coronavirus cases overnight, while WA has added four confirmed cases to its COVID-19 tally - two new and two historical.

Sarah Steger

Economic boostPlanning reforms to trigger reno and construction boom

Planning Minster Rita Saffioti said the changes would play a big role in getting West Australians back to work during the economic recovery period to follow the COVID-19 crisis.

Peter de Kruijff

PoliticsFiscal 'slope' rather than 'cliff' likely

AMP Capital chief economist Shane Oliver expects the Australian economy to face a fiscal 'slope' rather than a much-feared 'cliff' in coming months.

Colin Brinsden

Law and orderTrump saves Russia probe's Stone from jail

Adviser to US president Roger Stone has had his sentence for crimes related to the Russia investigation commuted, Stone says.

By JILL COLVIN and ERIC TUCKER

Bill shockEagles forced to pay $230,000 in council rates

The West Coast Eagles have paid thousands of dollars in outstanding rates to the Town of Victoria Park after they were slugged for a backdated ratepayers’ notice for Lathlain Park.

tensions risingChina’s threat to Australia after PM’s Hong Kong offer

China has escalated trade threats with an editorial in its state-owned paper, saying ‘Australia is not irreplaceable’ after Scott Morrison offered safe haven to Hong Kong citizens and businesses.

Annabel Hennessy

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Confirmed: Basil enters Perth Lord Mayor race

Better Skyworks, our own festivals and big new tourism drawcards. Basil Zempilas has laid out his plan to renew Perth’s pride as he officially announces his plan to become the city’s new Lord Mayor.

Josh Zimmerman

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Veteran WA Liberal eyes off Cormann’s seat

Former Barnett government minister Joe Francis is sounding out support to contest pre-selection for the Senate vacancy that will be created by Mathias Cormann’s exit from politics.

Annabel Hennessy

PoliticsLawmakers vote down Philippine TV network

Lawmakers have rejected renewing the licence of the Philippines' largest TV network, which has been repeatedly threatened by the president over its coverage.

Security threat‘Burglar’ found in Perth’s Royal residence

Government House, the historic residence of WA Governor Kim Beazley, was broken into on Wednesday night while the former ALP leader was believed to have been home with his wife.

Peter de Kruijff and Sarah Steger

PoliticsFlights cut to ease pressure on quarantine

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced international arrivals to Australia will be halved to make it easier on hotel quarantine systems.

Matt Coughlan and Katina Curtis

Jewell CrossbergMcGowan wants hunting manager out of Conservation Dept

The Premier has backed the calls of animal activists who want the man who shared photos of himself posing armed next to dead safari animals — totally removed from his government department.

Josh Zimmerman and Sarah Steger

The West LiveAcademic labels quarantine soldiers ‘smoke and mirrors’

Soldiers in uniform and hard borders could be more an exercise in ‘political messaging’ with little legal backing, according to one of Australia’s top constitutional law experts.

Caitlyn Rintoul and Jenna Clarke

PoliticsCOVID-19 income support will continue: PM

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says COVID-19 income support will continue beyond September, as Labor calls for immediate clarity on wage subsidies.

Matt Coughlan and Paul Osborne

Big blowWA’s hard border up for ‘as long as it takes’

Update: Mark McGowan says WA’s hard border with the rest of the nation will be up for “as long as it takes” amid news the start of phase five of WA’s COVID-19 restrictions will be delayed.

Peter de Kruijff

BreakingLIVE: McGowan, Cook deliver latest on COVID

Premier Mark McGowan and Health Minister Roger Cook are fronting a press conference to present an update into WA’s coronavirus response.

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JobKeeper 2.0 takes shape amid Victorian COVID spike

The coronavirus outbreaks in Victoria has added to the pressure to get the measures right when it comes to JobKeeper MkII.

Mark RileySeven News Political Editor

Virus fightInternational flights halved as quarantine set to cost

International flights arriving in Australia will be halved to ease the pressure on hotel quarantine systems around the country, as Aussies returning home will be made to pay for mandatory quarantine.

Matt Coughlan

PoliticsLawyers concerned over boosted ASIO powers

Whether ASIO's powers should be increased, including the ability to interrogate 14-year-old children, is being examined at a parliamentary inquiry.

Daniel McCulloch and Finbar O'Mallon

By the numbersState by State, job by job: Who’s getting JobKeeper?

New ABS data breaks down the numbers, State by State and sector by sector. See which businesses have been most reliant on the handout, and exactly how many people are being supported.

Katina Curtis