Western Australia

A staff member has died suddenly while at work at one of Australia’s most iconic and remote breweries, prompting an outpouring of grief in Western Australia.

Gina Rinehart has revealed plans to create a single iron ore powerhouse by merging Roy Hill with Atlas Iron in a major shake-up of the billionaire’s business empire.

The men celebrated over a beer that evening and continued to prospect the following morning. 

A Perth wastewater incident has continued to spread, leading Water Corporation to advise against recreational activities in popular, and possibly contaminated, areas.

Premier Roger Cook says it’s time WA stops ‘shutting shop’ when the east coast is open, suggesting a review that could bring an extra day off.

Those against the combat sport say: ‘If there is a death then of course that falls at the feet of our government.’

Barry Cable’s lawyers have got a court to agree to a key request as he fights charges he sexually abused a girl when he was at the height of his playing powers.

A 46-year-old man has been charged over the incident.

Environment Minister Murray Watt says he has received the final departmental recommendation on whether to approve the extension of the North West Shelf project.

Murray Watt has warned all sides will have to “give and take” as he met with the WA Premier and stakeholders, to launch a third attempt to overhaul environmental laws.

Nearly 20 years after having a child with Heath Ledger, Michelle Williams has paid an emotional tribute to the Australian actor and thanked God they had their daughter.

The woman was mowed down while walking her dog along a route she takes every day.

To celebrate the 45-year run of Saturday Lotto, players have the chance to strike gold with an extra $1 million in prize money for the weekend draw. 

Murray Watt has vowed to make a call on the contentious North West Shelf project by the end of the the month ahead of a trip to Perth tonight to meet key parties.

Police were called to reports the man had been damaging property and had to be subdued.