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Darren Palmer’s favourite The Block houses of all time

These six have a special place in his heart.

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After election, Texas House speaker race remains up for grabs

Neither Speaker Dade Phelan, nor his current opponent Rep. David Cook, have enough public support yet from the GOP caucus to win the nomination.

The Texas Tribune

Texas GOP poised to increase its majorities in the Legislature

Gov. Greg Abbott said the House would have enough Republicans to pass school vouchers next year.

The Texas Tribune

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Is Rep Nate Schatzline Misusing Nonprofit to Play Partisan Politics?

“It appears that For Liberty & Justice is violating its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status by assisting the campaign of Sen. Ted Cruz and the Republican Party.”

Texas Observer

5 reasons Courtney and Grant won front yard week on The Block

Their street appeal is above and beyond.

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5 ideas from The Block to steal for your own backyard

Add these to your dream landscaping list.

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Robert Roberson’s case spotlights Texas’ GOP divide on criminal justice

Texas’ junk science statute has remained hamstrung for the last decade. So too have other criminal justice reforms, despite efforts from the Texas House.

The Texas Tribune

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5 editor-approved details from The Block’s laundry and bedroom week

It was the final interiors reveal of the season.

Home Beautiful

Speaker Boxing: Is Phelan Failin’, or Will the Far Right Fall Short Again?

The Paxton impeachment may have lit the match, but this fight is fueled by a yearslong campaign to incinerate what remains of bipartisan comity in the lower chamber.

Texas Observer

3 reasons Kylie and Brad’s office on The Block was a design disaster

"This is functionally useless," said Darren Palmer.

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Here are the Texas House races that Democrats and Republicans think they can flip

Democrats — riding a wave of enthusiasm sparked by Kamala Harris’ nomination — think they can flip just enough House seats to stop Republicans from passing school vouchers.

The Texas Tribune

3 of the biggest fails from The Block living and dining rooms

We can all learn from their mistakes.

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Does Dade Phelan have the votes to keep his job as Texas House speaker? It depends on how you count.

Phelan appears to lack support from the majority of House Republicans, but he could still win with some Democratic support.

The Texas Tribune

3 reasons why Courtney and Grant’s bathroom deserved to win

Justice for The Block team who came last with their striped ensuite.

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3 reasons why Mimi and Kristian’s kitchen was all wrong

This "Shrek" kitchen had Marty Fox green at the gills.

The Texas Tribune

Republicans who want to oust Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan unanimously back state Rep. David Cook

Four GOP state representatives suspended their bids to challenge Phelan and 48 Republicans backed Cook, which could threaten Phelan’s shot at a third term.

Home Beautiful

5 current design trends The Block teams nailed this week

These are going to be big.

The Texas Tribune

State Rep. James Frank becomes fourth Republican to challenge Dade Phelan for House speaker

Frank said he would work to bring better communication, member empowerment and management of the flow of legislation if he became the chamber’s leader.

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Are bedheads the new novelty bed?

This week's The Block reveals say 'yes'.

The Texas Tribune

Another Republican is challenging Dade Phelan for Texas House speaker

The Texas House speaker race is becoming increasingly crowded. Phelan, who is under fire from his right, says he plans to seek the leadership position again.

Home Beautiful

Five mistakes The Block teams made in main ensuite week

"It's naff, it's cliché."

Home Beautiful

The Block team Ricky and Haydn’s $2.7m barefoot beach house

The "fun house" is now complete.

Home Beautiful

The Block team Kylie and Brad’s dark and moody island escape

Black, black and more black.

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The Block team Maddy and Charlotte’s winning $3.5m holiday house

The sisters flipping won!

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Can we already tell who’s going to win The Block 2024?

We're seeing interior design prowess from a few early frontrunners.

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