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  1. Gun retirementPremiumBelinda Smith hangs up her boots after decorated AFLW career

  2. Courts & JusticePremiumYoung WA dad accused of killing five-week-old fronts court

  3. Award legacyTributes flow to citizenship award founder Robert McIntyre

  4. Community ballPremiumKojonup Rose Ball set to dazzle for worthy community causes

  5. Striking tourExhibition marking First Nations strike arrives in Katanning

Dennis McKenna, now 81, will be released from prison on November 17.

Courts & JusticePremiumNotorious paedophile to be released into community in weeks

A prolific paedophile responsible for the ‘grotesque abuse’ of more than two dozen boys will be released into the community in less than a fortnight.

Hannah Cross

The family of hit and run victim Kelly T’Hart, who was killed in a crash in May, at the crash scene. New law has been passed in parliament to keep dangerous drivers off the roads.

New legislationPremiumKelly’s Law passes to keep dangerous drivers off WA roads

Drivers facing serious driving charges could be kept off WA roads for longer under new legislation passed by the State Parliament. 

Amy Towers

A tragic collision in the Great Southern has claimed the life of a 42-year-old man.

Disaster and EmergencyPremiumMotorbike rider dies in horror WA country highway crash

Despite the efforts of paramedics, the 42-year-old male rider died at the scene.

Caitlin Vinci

Floating sedge islands in Scott Newbey’s dam.

Environment PremiumFarm dams transformed to improve water quality and supply

Katanning farmers are finding new ways to make every drop of water count, with a local project transforming ageing farm dams into healthier, more sustainable water sources. 

Amy Towers

Darren Walsh, chair of the WA EPA, visited Katanning to discuss the Ausgold mine site.

Mine visitPremiumGold mine prompts EPA chair to make surprise Katanning visit

The amount of public interest in the proposed Badgebup gold mine has prompted a visit to Katanning by Darren Walsh, the chair of WA’s Environmental Protection Authority.

Claire Middleton

A water bomber training at Katanning Airport. DFES will use neighbouring airstrips during the Katanning Airport closure.

Airport shutdownPremiumKatanning Airport to close for a month for runway repairs

Katanning Airport is closing for almost a month from November 16 for runway repairs.

Claire Middleton

Ethan Stirrat is running around Australia raising money for his charity Hurt to Help.

LifestylePremiumPremiumPerth doctor’s epic run around Australia to raise $1m

Heading counter-clockwise across the Nullarbor, up the eastern coastline, across the top end and back down the west coast to Perth, the 26-year-old aims to complete the mammoth trek in just 155 days.

Rural WA could soon be home to its first custom-built drug and booze bus as police continue their crackdown on drivers flouting the law in the regions. 

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PremiumCops eye purpose-built booze bus for regional WA

Rural WA could soon be home to its first custom-built drug and booze bus as police continue their crackdown on drivers flouting the law in the regions. 

The 23-year-old is accused of inflicting ‘serious injuries’ on his five-week-old baby boy at a Kiara property in August.

Courts & JusticeVideoPremiumPremiumYoung WA dad accused of killing five-week-old fronts court

A young father has been charged with manslaughter in a shocking case of alleged family violence, nearly three months after the death of his five-week-old baby in Perth’s north.

ANZ chief executive Nuno Matos.

Albany AdvertiserVideoBig bank promises no regional branch closures until 2030

Big four bank pledges to keep a presence in every community in which it currently operates a branch until at least December 2030.

Adrian Lowe

New mates Bruno Wicki, aged 80, and Phil Milburn get set for the 65km ride.

Wheels on firePremiumIN PICTURES: Wild at Wild Gravel in and out of the saddle

For those who preferred some social time, the Wild Gravel event village offered opportunities for mingling and chatting while others cycled, ran or walked.

Claire Middleton

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A female passenger has allegedly been sexually assaulted in broad daylight at Perth Airport, with a man accused of attacking her near the boarding gates before flying out.

Courts & JusticePremiumPassenger allegedly sexually assaulted at Perth Airport

A female passenger has allegedly been sexually assaulted in broad daylight at Perth Airport, with a man accused of attacking her near the boarding gates before flying out.

Oliver Lane

The chain has 17 of its 38 stores within Westfield shopping centres, including Carousel.

RetailPremium‘Distressing’: David Jones workers brace for job losses

The union representing hundreds of WA David Jones employees says it stands ready to protect workers amid fears of mass job losses after the iconic retailer went bankrupt.

Cheyanne Enciso

Dustin Gary Higgs was jailed in District Court.

courtsPremiumPerth speedway driver jailed for sexually penetrating child

A prominent WA speedway driver has been put behind bars after being found guilty of grooming and starting a ‘pre-meditated’ sexual relationship with a girl while she was underage. 

Melissa Sheil

A family have been left heartbroken after a house fire in Collie claimed the life of one-year-old boy

WA NEWSPremium‘Cot was in flames’: Toddler dies in tragic WA house fire

A devastating house fire in Collie has claimed the life of a one-year-old boy.

Hayley Primmer

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West Coast started pre-season training on Monday.

AFLVideoPremiumWho set the standard at West Coast on day one of pre-season?

West Coast started pre-season training on Monday and that’s when you look to see who is setting the standard for others to follow. One man made himself impossible to miss.

Craig O'Donoghue

It looks like a dolls house but this home in Applecross is deceptively big, with nearly 800sqm of space Unknown

House That!PremiumThe Applecross home with room for almost everything

Don’t be fooled by its dollhouse looks — this recently listed Applecross home is packing a whole lot of house, with an impressive 780sqm under the roof. 

Kim Macdonald

Dustin Gary Higgs was jailed in District Court.

courtsPremiumPremiumPerth speedway driver jailed for sexually penetrating child

A prominent WA speedway driver has been put behind bars after being found guilty of grooming and starting a ‘pre-meditated’ sexual relationship with a girl while she was underage. 

Yoga studio owner Laurel Green said she’d been excited to discover an osteopathy program was starting up in Perth.

EducationPremiumPremiumREVEALED: Year 12s get new uni options, including a WA first

Year 12s thinking about what to study at university next year have had a few extra choices added to their options.

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PremiumAboriginal body silent on luxe Perth home that CEO lives in

A large not-for-profit Aboriginal corporation operating in WA’s north will not reveal why it bought a luxurious house in Perth that its chief executive now lives in.

Regional News

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are just around the corner and with so many offers and countdown timers competing for attention, it’s easy to feel pressured into making a quick purchase. 

Consumer WatchPremiumWhen a bargain isn’t a bargain

Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales are just around the corner and with so many offers and countdown timers competing for attention, it’s easy to feel pressured into making a quick purchase. 

Barb Thompson

A study is seeking country party goers, hoping to learn more about their experiences with alcohol, drugs, mental health and sexual health. 

Young peoplePremiumRegional party-goers targeted in new study

A study is seeking country party-goers hoping to explore their experiences with alcohol, drugs, mental health and sexual health. 

Harriet Dash

WA College of Agriculture - Morawa's graduating class of 2026, including a special tribute to Emily Vlahov.

GraduationPremiumTragic absence felt as college’s Class of 2026 graduates

Graduating students from the WA College of Agriculture — Morawa had a fitting send-off to their high school careers recently — with one important missing member of the Class of 2026 fondly remembered.

Kate Campbell

Fair-goers can expect to see many intriguing vehicles.

Collectors fair PremiumPremiumEsperance collectors fair set for 15th iteration 

The Esperance Mechanical Restoration Group boasts an extensive collection of vehicles, military and farming equipment that comprises the area’s mechanical heritage. 

It's a Knockout in Port Denison

CommunityPremiumPremiumChallenge for emergency crews a knockout success

Mid West emergency crews went head-to-head last weekend, tackling a different kind of challenge at St Johns It’s a Knockout event. 

Life Without Barriers foster carer Sam Bell.

Foster caring PremiumPremiumFoster carer shares the reasons behind her passion

Seeing her foster children dancing through the home or happily raiding the pantry is all the “thank you” Sam Bell needs to continue her 25 year-long commitment to providing a safe home for kids in need.

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The environment has gone from bad to worse for companies intimately tied to AI infrastructure.

CNBC newsPremiumAI meltdown drives Nasdaq to worst day since April 2025

Nvidia pushed the world’s big tech index to its worst day in 19 months, after US midterm election results raised Wall Street concerns the artificial intelligence buildout is poised to slow down.

Kif Leswing and Caleigh Keating

Attendees try out the new touchscreen MacBook Pro during the Apple Experience LA in Los Angeles, Oct. 28, 2026.

CNBC newsAt last, Apple brings out touchscreen MacBook

Apple announced its first laptop with a touchscreen will go on sale next week. The launch signifies the growing strategic importance of the Mac to Apple, despite it generating less revenue than the iPhone.

Kif Leswing

Since 1990, only nine days have had a larger jump in the VIX on a smaller drop in the S&P500 than last Friday, according to SpotGamma.

CNBC newsWhy the market’s fragile calm faces a major test

Markets paused their slide this week as the tech sector found its footing following an AI sell-off sparked by high borrowing costs and doubts over data centre returns.

Justin Zacks

By the 1950s, another technological innovation would come along and have a profound effect on women: the washing machine.

CNBC newsPremiumWomen may be at greater risk of AI job losses

The history of technological progress suggests that, as AI spreads, the employment impact will hit women more than men.

Steve Liesman

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Authorities are counting the cost of damage to a Perth shark barrier after a boat became trapped inside the protected swimming zone just days after the netting was reinstalled for summer.

WA NewsMystery as boat damages Perth shark barrier after reinstall

Authorities are counting the cost of damage to a Perth shark barrier after a boat became trapped inside the protected swimming zone just days after the netting was reinstalled for summer.

Oliver Lane

Brent Smoothy descibed the fine as ‘horrendous’

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Justice system lets miner dodge $355k penalty for tyre blast

A wealthy businessman’s mining firm legally avoided paying a $355,000 injury penalty for two years and counting, exposing WA’s Department of Justice as a toothless tiger.

Adrian Rauso

A rescue is underway at a popular campground about 100km east of Albany after an man fell down an embankment on a walking trail.

rescueElderly man airlifted from remote campground after fall

An elderly man has been airlifted from a popular campground about 100km east of Albany after he fell down an embankment on a walking trail.

People taking weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic need to do this one thing, according to a landmark WA study.

WA NewsVideoThe weight-loss drug warning people need to hear

People taking weight-loss drugs such as Mounjaro need to do this one thing, according to a landmark WA study.

Builders will be offered freight subsidies as the Cook Government scrambles to ease a brick shortage that is pushing up prices and slowing down desperately needed home construction. 

State PoliticsPremiumPremiumBrick crisis sparks $7.5m rescue package for WA builders

Builders will be offered freight subsidies as the Cook Government scrambles to ease a brick shortage that is hampering desperately needed home construction. 

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HEALTHPremiumShocking finding about weight loss drugs

New research has found resistance training has many benefits for people using GLP-1 weight loss drugs — and that those who don’t could be ageing themselves years.

Emma Kirk