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  1. SHOWCASE IN PIXELSPremiumLocal heroes displayed in Perth’s Yagan Square

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  3. Katanning CarolsCarols in the Park sparking holiday spirit in Piesse Park

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Disaster and EmergencyCommentsGrim summer bushfire warning for massive swathes of WA

A huge part of WA’s southern coastal region has a dire bushfire risk this summer after a warmer than usual cool season left soil bone-dry, with widespread vegetation die-off creating a tinderbox scenario.

Rebecca Le May

Cricket cornerPremiumOtway bros steal show, Koji stoppage and Peaks wicket king

The Advertiser takes a look at cricket stories from around the Great Southern and Upper Great Southern regions as the summer of cricket heats up in 2024-25.

Harry Grigson

Process underway PremiumDemo tender open for WA college where paedophile abused boys

The State Government is advertising the tender for the demolition of the Katanning Residential College - the site where one of WA’s worst paedophiles preyed on young boys over a 12-year period. 

Georgia Campion

Post theft PremiumOngerup Aus Post employee caught embezzling over $450,000

A former Australia Post employee in the small Great Southern town of Ongerup has been jailed after he was caught by auditors stealing nearly half a million dollars to pay his gambling debts. 

Georgia Campion

CrimePremium‘Bleeding profusely’: Country cop praised for heroic act

WA’s top cop has praised the officer who shot a man while responding to a family violence incident in Dumbleyung as a ‘hero’, after body-worn camera footage resulted in shocking revelations.

Jessica Evensen

Cricket cornerBandicoots batathon, Blue Swans name Smash side, T20s return

The Advertiser takes a look at cricket stories from around the Great Southern and Upper Great Southern regions as the summer of cricket heats up in 2024-25.

Harry Grigson

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PremiumWA rape victims waiting hours for support in soiled clothes

WA rape victims are being forced to wait in bloodied and soiled clothes, sometimes for more than a day, to see specialist forensic doctors and support services, a new review has revealed.

SHOWCASE IN PIXELSPremiumPremiumLocal heroes displayed in Perth’s Yagan Square

A talented seven-year-old from the Shire of Pingelly had her artwork displayed prominently in Perth’s CBD as the “people’s choice” winner of a Statewide competition.

NUTRIEN AG AWARDSPremiumPremiumOutstanding WA businesses recognised in nationwide Ag awards

Four Western Australian agricultural businesses have been recognised and celebrated by Nutrien Ag Solutions for their magnificent performance and contribution to agriculture.

CourtPremiumSupreme Court denies violent Katanning man prison release

A man convicted of a violent 2016 assault in Katanning that left a woman in an induced coma has been denied freedom by WA’s Supreme Court.

Georgia Campion

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STAY ALERT: Bushfire warning downgraded as blaze contained

A bushfire in Broomehill is contained and under control thanks to the efforts of local fireys but a watch and act alert remains in place for the area.

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Toodyay farmer’s case raises fears for landholders’ rights

Toodyay farmer Tony Maddox faces trial for alleged Aboriginal Heritage Act breach, causing stress and impacting his health amidst uncertainty.

Rebecca Le May

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Story of Spinifex resilience on display at WA Museum

The Sunday Times had an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Spinifex People: Art and stories from Pila Nguru, the latest exhibition being put together at WA Museum Boola Bardip.

Hannah Cross

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Gilly’s greatest Test - and the drama behind the magic

Adam Gilchrist recalls the pressure and magic behind his famous 57-ball Test century in Perth in 2006

Glen Quartermain

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Are teachers using AI to write your child’s school report?

WA teachers will be able to use artificial intelligence for end-of-year school reports despite blanket bans on the practice in other States.

Laura Newell

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Evidence that pointed to a row of heritage shopfronts in Subiaco as being a significant risk to public safety was found to be ‘shifting sands’ as new engineering evidence into the site was revealed.

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CrimePremiumMan charged over blaze on Beaufort Street

An Armadale man has been charged after allegedly starting a fire on Beaufort Street in the early hours of Thursday morning.

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Regional WACommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumSetback for WA highway just weeks out from opening date

With less than two weeks until the scheduled opening of the Bunbury Outer Ring Road, Main Roads has been re-sealing about 20km worth of lanes due to wet weather.

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A former top lawyer for construction giant BGC who has already admitted child sexual abuse and drug offences has pleaded guilty from behind bars to a fresh swathe of abhorrent crimes.

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Supporting VeteransCommentsPremiumNew WA hospital program to comfort veterans waiting for care

An army veteran has taken a step forward in providing aid for fellow veterans in the South West by providing calming kits to combat post-traumatic stress disorder while waiting for medical care. 

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Crime & courtsPremiumWoman accused of running over partner after argument

A woman from a coastal town in the Mid West has been granted bail over allegations that she ran over her partner following an argument.

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Youth crimePremiumYouth crime out-of-control: local MP

North West Central MP Merome Beard has reiterated calls for a youth safe night house after eight gophers belonging to an aged care facility in Carnarvon were damaged.

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Kalgoorlie CourtPremiumPremiumMining worker has ‘no memory’ of obscene gestures at cops

A mining shift worker has told a court he had no memory of the afternoon he was ejected from two Kalgoorlie-Boulder pubs, swore at police and directed obscene gestures at them.

Tourism potentialPremiumPremiumPrime parcel of Jurien Bay land up for sale

A swathe of exclusive land in the heart of Jurien Bay is now on the market, with the State Government calling for expressions of interest in snapping up the development opportunity.

‘Gratitude and sadness’PremiumPremiumMeekatharra CEO resigns after cancer diagnosis

Shire of Meekatharra chief executive Kelvin Matthews has resigned following a cancer diagnosis, with the council looking to recruit a new CEO early next year.

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Water Corp forced to hand back thousands in overpaid bills

Water authorities have had to pay back almost $1.4 million in overcharged bills to WA homeowners, as the rates of meter misreads and errors soar. 

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Nicheliving customers let Ronnie know where to stick $2.7m

He’s pleading with the State Government to help foot the bill, after Nicheliving refused to.

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Perth’s Fulani community is falling victim to cyber crimes at a disproportionate rate, the Australian Department of Home Affairs says.

WA NewsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumNew support for WA parents facing mental health issues

The Gidget Foundation opens a new centre in WA to support parents battling perinatal mental health challenges, offering free counselling.

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Fremantle Oval’s redevelopment plan aims to add housing and enhance facilities, addressing the local housing crisis and community needs.

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The Prime Minister will make the announcement during his 24th visit to Western Australia, with the state crucial to Labor’s hopes at the next election.

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