Perth morning briefing

Parenting pressure, housing hopes, and a Green Lantern in Perth

Morning, Perth. A clear 12 degrees out there, so a perfect Sunday for a coffee and a read.

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Are the parents alright? Why raising children feels harder than ever
Australia's largest survey of parents shows almost 60 per cent are in a state of moderate to high psychological distress. Experts explain why raising children feels harder than ever and how to help.
watoday.com.au
Air is coming out of the housing bubble. Is now the time for first home buyers?
The housing market in Australia has been a parlour game for the past 30 years, but air is coming out of the bubble and the May budget is now upending the game. The question on many minds is whether now is the time for first home buyers.
watoday.com.au
He’s TV Mr Nice Guy, but Nathan Fillion’s ‘unlikeable’ superhero could be his greatest hit
The Rookie star Nathan Fillion dials up the charm as his tough-talking Green Lantern, the 'unlikeable' superhero that could be his greatest hit. He's the hero we need in 2026.
watoday.com.au
There’s no more Mother and Son, but Denise Scott has found a new path to travel
After an awkward stint on radio together, Denise Scott and Shaun Micallef avoided each other, until now. There's no more Mother and Son, but Denise Scott has found a new path to travel.
watoday.com.au
I’m 64. Should I use my super to pay off the rest of my mortgage?
I'm 64. Should I use my super to pay off the rest of my mortgage? While there might be a 'correct' answer, often the allure of being debt free in retirement is what most people would prefer.
watoday.com.au

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