Western Australia

The Big V jumper could be returning after last being seen at a 2020 charity bushfire relief game. (Michael Dodge/AAP PHOTOS)

Perth’s bold plan to host AFL State of Origin

The WA government says the league is ‘very keen’ to make the event happen in 2026.

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Storm clouds approaching Perth (2014).

Severe thunderstorms set to smash Perth this weekend

The conditions could trigger power outages across the State and bring trees down.

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An Aussie mother has sparked debate with a ‘shocking’ gift of cleaning products at a child’s party.

Aussie mother sparks debate with ‘shocking’ gift at a child’s party

‘I think you’re probably wiser sticking to Lego. Just give a kid a present.’

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Patrik Weiss was found dead inside his home in Perth.

Killer learns fate over father’s ‘depraved and monstrous murder’

The former AFL therapist and national handball coach was found dead inside his home after being struck with a pickaxe.

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Dr Sarah at Warwick Veterinary Hospital holding Tooshie.

Perth vet’s fight to keep miracle dog with no butthole alive

Perth’s dog-loving community has rallied around a tiny pup with a rare and life-threatening condition in a bid to save his life.

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Matsos Brewery in Broome confirmed a staff member suddenly died at work this week, as team members took a day off after the tragic event. Instagram

Tragedy strikes Matso’s Brewery in WA, as staff member dies

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.

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Gina Rinehart has revealed plans to merge Roy Hill with Atlas Iron.

Rinehart reveals plans for iron ore powerhouse merger

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.

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A 895g gold nugget found in Sandstone.

Two mates strike gold after finding $160k nugget in WA

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

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On Friday, there was a major burst on a sewer main in Spearwood, and the overflows have continued to impact Bruce Lee Reserve, Beaconsfield, and the site of the original burst around Hamilton Road.

Sewage saga continues after main bursts in Perth’s south

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

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Premier Roger Cook said his department were looking at aligning WA’s public holidays with the east coast. NewsWire/ Sharon Smith

Western Australians could be in line for an extra day off

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.

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Reggie Barnett, right, takes a punch from Travis Thompson during a 135-pound bout at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship at the Ice and Events Center in 2018.

Minister will not deliver knockout blow to controversial fight event

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

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Barry Cable will have a judge-alone trial.

Small win for disgraced footy great in child sex abuse case

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.

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Murray Watts meeting with Premier Roger Cook.

Watt ‘has all he needs’ to make North West Shelf decision

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

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Senator Murray Watt pictured arriving at Parliament House.

Watt squeezed by both sides on contentious environment laws

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.

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