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    Burglar who went on crime spree in Tenterden avoids jail

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Lucas Robinson made a head-turning WAFL debut.

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Inside the stunning WAFL debut of Freo NGA prospect

Fremantle next-generation academy prospect Lucas Robinson is already taking charge in a stacked South Fremantle midfield, putting AFL scouts on notice.

Jake Santa Maria

Byron John Cavanagh, 38, was jailed for more than a year after a hit and run in Tenterden.

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Man jailed for hit-and-run that left victim wheelchair-bound

A man who caused a crash that left another driver without ‘much hope of walking again’ and terrified shire workers by driving his motorbike close to them with a shirt over his face has been jailed.

Jacki Elezovich

Zana Ali Qadir Siyan and Tandin Phurpa are accused of being a part an illegal tobacco operation at the Act Convenience and Groceries Store in Katanning.

COURTPremiumAlleged illegal tobacco operation accused to fight charges

Two co-accused alleged to have a hand in Katanning’s main street convenience store illegal tobacco operation that was uncovered in a police raid last year, will fight the charges. 

Hannah Whitehead

Tim, Eli, Makaelah, Tahlia and Ollie Reichelt at the Darkan Hotel fundraising auction for Maia.

Cancer FundraiserDarkan auction for young girl’s last-chance cancer treatment

A young girl battling her second bout of cancer has been given funds for her life-saving treatment after her home town united in a massive fundraising effort last month

Hannah Whitehead

The RAC Rescue helicopter was sent to the Stirling Range National Park to retrieve an injured woman.

Injured hiker CommentsPremiumHelicopter rescues injured hiker from Stirling Range trail

The RAC Rescue helicopter has winched an injured hiker to safety in the Stirling Range National Park in the Great Southern on Thursday. 

Claire Middleton

Rail safety advocate Lara Jensen.

Safety WoesPremiumRail safety advocate sick of mandatory standards inaction

Wondinong pastoralist Lara Jensen has had a “complete gutful” of governments kicking the proverbial can down the road on rail safety, more than 25 years after the tragedy at the Yarramony Level Crossing.

Georgia Campion

A Kojonup woman was refused bail by the Albany Magistrates Court on Monday after she appeared on new drug charges.

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PremiumAlleged Kojonup drug dealer refused bail after caravan bust

A Kojonup woman allegedly found with more than 30g of methamphetamine and $3400 of drug money has been refused bail, after the court was told she reoffended while on bail for similar charges.

Lucas Robinson made a head-turning WAFL debut.

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CommentsPremiumInside the stunning WAFL debut of Freo NGA prospect

Fremantle next-generation academy prospect Lucas Robinson is already taking charge in a stacked South Fremantle midfield, putting AFL scouts on notice.

There has been an increase in the travel payments country footballers can receive in 2026.

Payment increase PremiumPremiumRising fuel prices lead to increase in country footy payment

Country Football WA has endorsed a significant increase in travel payments for players ahead of the 2026 season, in a bid to ensure leagues can remain sustainable with player availability.

RaboResearch senior grains and oilseeds analyst Vitor Pistoia.

Canola GrowthPremiumMiddle East conflict opens up avenues for canola sector

The conflict in the Middle East has opened up the potential for canola as an answer to soaring biofuel demands, creating a more diversified base for Aussie farmers.

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Liam Baker

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumWe will prove it was a one-off: Eagles captain’s big call

West Coast were horrible last week against Sydney and that 128-point loss followed similar results in previous years, but co-captain Liam Baker says his team will prove it was a one-off.

Craig O'Donoghue

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D & C Corporation worked on two of VIctor Goh’s builds — Capital Square on Mount Street and EQWest on the banks of the Swan River.

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From Goh to woe: Secret docs reveal EQWest delay dispute

The company building Victor Goh’s Elizabeth Quay skyscrapers was blasted for withholding millions of dollars from a contractor in a previously secret legal ruling.

Matt Mckenzie

Sam Lalor, Murphy Reid and Jagga Smith.

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How the 2024 draft REALLY should have gone

Inspired by the stunning early success of Murphy Reid after he was taken with pick No.17, The West Australian’s Josh Kempton has run a re-draft on the stacked 2024 pool.

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Flowers by the side of Nicholson Road, Lynwood, where a fatal crash occured which resulted in the death of Skye.

GoFundMeVideoBaby who died in crash remembered as ‘precious little soul’

The baby, who died in a horror rideshare car crash on Saturday, has been remembered as having ‘the most beautiful smile’. 

Treasury Wine Estates boss Sam Fischer.

BusinessPremiumTreasury Wines faces ‘elevated risk’ of bankruptcy

Shares in the winemaker have collapsed 63 per cent over the past year as one Australian hedge fund said its debt load means bankruptcy is possible.

Tom Richardson

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Premier Roger Cook has declared a state of emergency in WA amid a fuel crisis.

State PoliticsVideoCommentsRoger Cook declares state of emergency in WA over fuel

A state of emergency will be declared in WA in a bid to pressure fuel companies to divert supplies where they’re needed, but Roger Cook says it won’t trigger Covid-style restrictions on the public.

Jessica Page

“Boardroom screaming match ends with cops storming out” with Ben Harvey.

WATCHVideoCommentsPremiumBoardroom screaming match ends with cops storming out

In tonight’s show, Ben Harvey reveals why being the boss of WA’s Police Union isn’t a long-term career prospect with the third president in five years facing the chop.

Ben Harvey | Mon, March 30

Raymond Reddington, who changed his name from Maxwell Robert Fulton was on trial accused of murdering his wife Sharon Fulton (inset) in 1986.

Court & JusticePremiumPremiumHusband learns fate for murdering Sharon Fulton 40 years ago

A cold case killer who murdered his wife 40 years ago has been sentenced to life in prison, however a terminal cancer diagnosis means he could have as little as 18 months to live.

The Eagles have produced the rare feat of comebacks from 22+ points down at quarter time in their past two matches.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumTwice in 48 years: Eagles’ amazing ‘comeback kings’ feat

In A Six-Pack Of IPA (Interesting Points, Allegedly), we look at West Coast achieving a comeback feat achieved only four times before in AFL/VFL history, and more stats and facts on our WA clubs!

There were 3,355 properties listed for sale in Perth a few days ago, following several weeks of rising listings, including some weeks with double-digit listings growth.

PropertyCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumPerth property listings surge but prices still rising

It was hoped that extra supply would reduce prices. Why has the opposite happened in March?

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The bottom line for WA consumers is simple: don’t assume AI is correct. That information should always be checked against trusted sources to verify claims before you take any action.

Consumer WatchPremiumBottle line for consumers: Don’t assume AI is correct

It’s not uncommon for people to use AI when they jump online to search for various things these days and while it can be an effective tool, people need to be careful when it comes to rules and regulations. 

Candice Evans

Coupe has been spotted entangled in fishing line.

DOLPHIN INJURY PremiumAnother dolphin in Bunbury has sustained injuries

The Dolphin Discovery Centre is once again reminding people to be responsible out on the waters after a dolphin calf was reported as being entangled over the weekend. 

Rose Patane

The first outdoor Anzac Day service held in Geraldton in 1932.

Snapshot in TimeGeraldton’s first outdoor Anzac Day service 94 years ago

Before Birdwood House was built, local Anzac Day services were held at the old Geraldton Town Hall on Chapman Road, which is now home to the art gallery.

Trudi Cornish

Big Swamp Sign location queried by public in council interrogation

WRETCHED RESIDENTSPremiumPremium89 Beach Road packs chambers for second meeting running

The City of Bunbury council has once again copped a barrage of questions and criticisms over the sale of 89 Beach Road, the land parcel adjacent to Big Swamp Parkland. 

The Harvey shire council has voted to request the chief executive investigate the installation of a drinking fountain at the Brunswick River Pool.  

DRINKING FOUNTAINPremiumPremiumShire of Harvey to investigate potential drinking fountain’s

The Harvey Shire council has voted in favour to request the chief executive investigate the potential installation of a water drinking fountain at the Brunswick River Pool.  

Jane and Trevor Pickering with their 1950 Daimler Special Sports at the Waroona All Australian Car Day.

IN PICTURES PremiumPremiumWaroona’s All Australian Car Show another success

Cars of all colours, shapes and sizes rolled in to Waroona at the weekend for the town’s annual display of cars. 

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A navy vessel is seen sailing in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which much of the world’s oil and gas passes on March 1, 2026.

EnergyVideoCommentsPremiumWhat an Iran blockade will look like and how it will be done

The move comes as Iran has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz for weeks during the US-Israeli war with the country, a bottleneck that roiled global markets and strained the economy.

Garrett Downs

This picture taken on March 26, 2026 shows an oil tanker unloading crude oil at a port in Yantai, in China’s eastern Shandong province.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumIran oil shock stirs memories of 1997 Asian financial crisis

The question now is how long the shock lasts and whether the physical energy shortage can be resolved before the economic damage spirals out of control. 

Anniek Bao and Lee Ying Shan

Elon Musk, chief executive officer of Tesla.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumElon Musk seeks ouster of OpenAI CEO as part of lawsuit

Elon Musk is seeking to have OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and President Greg Brockman removed from their roles as officers in the company as part of a case that’s expected to go to trial later this month.

Lora Kolodny

Sabrina Carpenter latest music video 'House Tour' featuring Margaret Qualley & Madelyn Cline.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumUniversal Music pops after $US64b takeover proposal

Activist investor Pershing Square said Tuesday it is planning to buy Universal Music Group in a cash and stock deal worth about 55.8 billion euros ($US64.4 billion).

April Roach

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The scene of the crash.

WA NewsMotorcyclist seriously hurt after bike pinned under trailer

The motorbike rider has serious leg injuries after an ugly crash that left his bike trapped beneath a trailer.

Brooke Rolfe

Smoke is blanketing suburbs across Perth as fires burn in the city’s east.

PerthCommentsSmoke blankets Perth as fires burn in the hills

Smoke is covering suburbs across Perth as prescribed burns take place in the east.

Brooke Rolfe

QFA943, which was destined for Perth, was due to land back in Brisbane after a mechanical issue was noticed on Monday night.

AviationCommentsCommentsWA bound plane forced to fly in circles amid tech issue

A Qantas plane bound for Perth was diverted to Brisbane and forced to circle for almost three hours due to a ‘mechanical issue’ on Monday night. 

CCTV footage of the dog attack reveals the horrific scenes as the Dianella woman fights to protect her pets life from two vicious dogs.

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CommentsPremiumOut-of-control dogs maul Perth woman, kill her beloved pet

A Dianella woman is recovering from surgery and her pet is dead after they were attacked by two dogs on Saturday morning.

West Aussie workers have been repaid a staggering $30 million after a wave of payslip blunders left thousands of local families short-changed.

WA NewsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumWA workers win back $30m after major payroll bungle

West Aussie workers have been repaid a staggering $30 million after a wave of payslip blunders left thousands of local families short-changed. 

Perth drivers can breathe a sigh of relief when ‘cheap Tuesday’ makes a brief return this week.

WA NewsCommentsPerth drivers to score cheapest petrol in more than a month

Perth drivers can breathe a sigh of relief when ‘cheap Tuesday’ makes a brief return this week with two servos setting prices not seen in more than a month.

Fraser Williams