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Politics with Michelle Grattan: WA Premier Roger Cook on Labor's conference and his state's issues

Labor this week had its first face-to-face national conference in five years, and it all went Anthony Albanese’s way. He won on AUKUS and rallied the party faithful, who did not rock the government’s boat.

The Conversation

All The Giant Screens Around Aus Where You Can Catch The Matildas’ History-Making Semi-Final

Missed out on the FIFA Women’s World Cup semi-final tickets? Don’t fret ‘cos a bunch of venues will be holding viewings of the historic match, and it’ll make you feel like you’re there with the team. Look, I’m not gonna lie to you, but I had more luck with these…

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Divisive, confusing and stressful: Western Australia’s Aboriginal cultural heritage laws in a mess

Indigenous leaders say WA premier Roger Cook’s decision to repeal heritage law ‘among the worst decisions for Aboriginal cultural heritage’ the country has seen

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Western Australia to scrap new law protecting Aboriginal heritage sites

The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Act came into force on July 1 and is now being dropped after protests by landowners.

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WA premier Roger Cook axes Aboriginal cultural heritage laws after outcry by landholders

Government apologises for new laws it says went too far and placed unnecessary burdens on everyday property owners

The Guardian - AU

WA Premier Roger Cook says 'sorry' as he dumps Aboriginal cultural heritage law

The Western Australian government, announcing it is backing down on its controversial law to protect Aboriginal cultural heritage, has apologised to the people of the state for getting it “wrong”.

The Conversation

ABC backed by press freedom advocates amid criticism of Woodside protest coverage

Media union says no one should restrict journalists’ access to a protest after WA premier complains to Ita Buttrose

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Sam Maiden untroubled by the Australian’s blue on blue attack over Brittany Higgins

Being a star reporter for one Murdoch outlet doesn’t mean much when another one has an exclusive. Plus: Millionaire Hot Seat left out in the cold

The Guardian - AU

ABC defends Four Corners crew who filmed planned protest at Woodside CEO’s home

‘Team in no way colluded with the activists,’ broadcaster says as Western Australian premier Roger Cook demands answers

The Guardian - AU

Mystery object that washed up on Australian beach is identified

Western Australia Premier Roger Cook said the space debris could be displayed in a local museum

The Independent UK

Mystery object that washed up on Australian beach is identified

Western Australia Premier Roger Cook said the space debris could be displayed in a local museum

The Independent UK

Missing ADF personnel involved in Queensland helicopter crash identified – As it happened

All the day’s news as it happened

The Guardian - AU

How a viral Channel Seven clip that had nothing to do with the voice was co-opted by the no camp

Confusion over Western Australia’s new cultural heritage laws is being co-opted by the no campaign and far-right opponents of the voice

The Guardian - AU

‘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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Aussie swim coach, hockey boss blast Comm Games call

A host of sporting bodies and athletes have criticised Victoria's decision to scrap hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

AAP

WA to stand alone in keeping no-fault evictions

WA Premier Roger Cook has suggested banning no-fault evictions would put an unnecessary burden on landlords as a fifth state promises to outlaw the practice.

AAP

WA to talk critical minerals with Indonesian president

Indonesia's clean-energy aspirations and need for resources will be high on the agenda when Western Australia's premier meets with Joko Widodo.

AAP

More funds for Kimberley, flood rebuild to take years

The federal and WA governments have provided an extra $144 million to fund the flood recovery in the Kimberley region, which could take as long as two years.

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Confusion as Aboriginal heritage laws approach start

A long-awaited revamp of Aboriginal cultural heritage laws in Western Australia is poised to begin despite community concerns.

The Conversation

Resolve first national poll to have 'no' ahead in Voice referendum, but Essential has 'yes' far ahead

A federal Resolve poll for Nine newspapers, conducted last week from a sample of 1,606, had “no” ahead by 51-49 in a forced choice question on the Indigenous Voice to parliament referendum to be held later this year.

ABC News

Roger Cook, Rita Saffioti endorsed by WA Labor as premier and deputy, with David Michael joining cabinet

Former City of Stirling councillor David Michael becomes the WA government's newest cabinet member, as Roger Cook and Rita Saffioti are formally chosen to lead the state Labor party.

ABC News

Incoming WA premier Roger Cook tight-lipped on portfolios in first public appearance since Mark McGowan's retirement

Incoming WA premier Roger Cook refuses to be drawn on the potential makeup of his front bench, saying he wants to let the process take its course.

The New Daily

WA Premier McGowan looking forward to ‘ordinary life’

Mark McGowan says he has no regrets about stepping down as premier and is looking forward to being "ordinary" as he arrived at work for his last day in the job.

ABC News

Mark McGowan thanks public on his last day as WA premier, saying he has no regrets

Outgoing premier Mark McGowan receives a rock star reception from waiting media as he arrives for his final day in the state's top job, insisting he has no regrets.

ABC News

On his last day as WA premier, what decisions have shaped Mark McGowan's legacy?

The WA premier's handling of the pandemic inspired tattoos and even a cereal brand, but what else will people remember him for, and what issues remain unresolved?

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