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  1. AIRPORT AWARDSPremiumShire wins award for Newman Airport redevelopment design

  2. SAFE AT HOMEPremiumSafe at Home program reaches Hedland

  3. SPORTS AWARDSPremiumStars of East Pilbara Community and Sports Awards shine

  4. WeatherCommentsWarning over tropical cyclones ‘headed towards WA’

  5. PILBARA QUAKESPremiumTwo earthquakes rock the Pilbara in Hedland and Newman

Mining PremiumSolar transition hits the Pilbara

APA Group and BHP launched the Port Hedland Solar and Battery Project on Tuesday, signalling a step forward in Australia’s transition to renewable energy.

Natasha Clark

Council chaosPremiumCouncillor says ‘too dangerous’ to attend council briefings

Port Hedland Cr Camilo Blanco has claimed he does not attend council briefings as it is “too dangerous” for him and he will return once there is new leadership in the council administration

Cain Andrews

Natural DisastersCommentsAustralia, Indonesia and Philippines rocked by earthquakes

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a tsunami update after an earthquake was felt in Western Australia, just hours after quakes hit Indonesia and the Philippines.

Max Corstorphan

Tidiest Town AwardsPremiumPort and South Hedland named WA’s tidiest town

Port and South Hedland has been named WA’s tidiest town with a win at the WA Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities Awards on November 29. 

Cain Andrews

EnergyPremiumMajor Pilbara energy plans get backing

A new Pilbara solar farm has been opened, and two energy projects given a boost, as plans to slash carbon emissions in the region gain momentum.

Matt Mckenzie

COUNTRY CRICKETNewman wicket keeper Calum How makes Men’s Country Team

Newman local Calum How has been selected for the 2024-25 WA Men’s Country Cricket Team, set to compete in the Australian Country Cricket Championships in January. 

Madelin Hayes

AIRPORT AWARDSPremiumPremiumShire wins award for Newman Airport redevelopment design

The shire of East Pilbara has been recognised at the National Airport Industry Awards 2024 for the work under way on the Newman Airport redevelopment design.

SPORTS AWARDSPremiumPremiumStars of East Pilbara Community and Sports Awards shine

Local sports and volunteer guns were commended at the recent 2024 Stars of the East Pilbara Community and Sports Awards for their talent and commitment to the community. 

WeatherCommentsCommentsWarning over tropical cyclones ‘headed towards WA’

The Bureau reports an increased risk of heavy rain and cyclonic events.

SAFE AT HOMEPremiumSafe at Home program reaches Hedland

For Hedland women and children bravely leaving abusive relationships, a State Government program has been expanded to keep victims-survivors safe from family and domestic violence. 

Madelin Hayes

Council chaosPremiumCouncillor says ‘too dangerous’ to attend council briefings

Port Hedland Cr Camilo Blanco has claimed he does not attend council briefings as it is “too dangerous” for him and he will return once there is new leadership in the council administration

Cain Andrews

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Free museum entry part of $1m plan to get kids out and about

Museums across WA will be free this summer, as Premier Roger Cook urges families burdened by the cost-of-living crisis to get out and socialise over the school holidays. 

Dylan Caporn

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Round the clock senior support for WA’s frontline DV police

Frontline police can now call a senior officer at any time of the day or night for real time advice on how to how to deal with family and domestic violence incidents.

Shannon Hampton

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WA school students learn Latin in ‘transformational’ program

Latin has not been taught in schools for many years — but the ancient language underpins an innovative spelling program being rolled out to primary schools across the country next year.

Bethany Hiatt

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WA confectioners just nuts about Swan Valley neighbour

WA confectionery retailer Mondo Nougat has acquired Morish Nuts after spending the past 12 years co-located at a Swan Valley address.

Cheyanne Enciso

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Federal politicsCommentsPremiumBold universal childcare plan on Labor’s election cards

Anthony Albanese is poised to make a bold announcement on childcare policy to kick off Labor’s re-election campaign built around universal access and enabling more parents to work.

Katina Curtis

CrimePremiumRiot squad called to ‘worst’ Rottnest junior leavers’ mayhem

Police have lashed irresponsible mums and dads for failing to parent their own children after 400 unsupervised teens ran amok on Rottnest Island, assaulting holiday makers and pelting officers with bottles.

Bethany Hiatt

Disaster & emergencyPremiumPremiumRoad worker seriously injured after being hit by truck

A road worker has been seriously injured after he was hit by a truck in Wattle Grove.

MiningPremiumPremium‘We lost a legend’: Tributes for driller killed in remote WA

Friends and family have paid tribute to a fun-loving 29-year-old who died last week at a mining project in the northern Goldfields.

HOUSING CRISIS SOLUTIONSPremiumPremiumHousing crisis: Denmark adopts new tiny home policy

Tiny homes will soon be wheeled onto Denmark properties in a move to address the region’s housing crisis, making it one of the first local governments to do so since Statewide regulations changed in September.

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SplashdownCommentsSpaceX boffins in WA to salvage rocket debris off Gascoyne

Remnants from a SpaceX rocket launched from Texas have been salvaged off Exmouth.

Clubbing nightsPremiumManjimup live entertainment venue to host club nights

Manjimup live entertainment venue Gatsbys Skyline opened up their first Cocktail Club night on November 29, with the clubbing event expected to be a fortnightly fixture. 

Daniel Hocking

Heritage unveiledPremiumKalbarri Skywalk cafe owner proud to share family heritage

The owner-operator of a cafe at a popular tourism destination in Kalbarri has spoken out about his family ties to the area, and his strong spiritual connection to Country.

Jessica Moroney

Reef safetyPremiumPremiumAbalone fishers urged to take caution at unpatrolled reef

It will be a wet and rocky weekend for Mid West divers when the abalone season opens south of Greenough for the first time in 13 years, with divers urged to exercise caution along the coastline.

New base stationPremiumPremiumEsperance farming community to get improved mobile coverage

Mobile and internet coverage in North Cascade, north-west of Esperance, will improve with the installation of a new macro cell base station.

Inclusive tourismPremiumPremiumAccessible Warren-Blackwood tourism itineraries launched

The Warren Blackwood Alliance of Councils unveiled its Accessible Tourism Itineraries at the Manjimup Power Up Museum on December 3, coinciding with International Day of People With Disability.

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HealthCommentsWinter Arc: Tips on new viral TikTok obsession

The latest obsession on TikTok is the ‘Winter Arc’ challenge, which sees people getting ahead of their New Year’s Resolutions.

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Musk has been so aggressive in pushing his views about Trump’s second term that he’s stepping on the toes of Trump’s transition team and may be overstaying his welcome at Mar-a-Lago, sources say.

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Courts & JusticePremiumWhy bizarre Perth ‘torture plot’ trial unravelled

The trial of three men accused of plotting to cut off a man’s hand and tongue for cash has taken an unusual turn.

Emily Moulton

WeatherCommentsStorm brews as WA swelters through sizzling start to summer

Summer in Perth is off to a stifling start as the State swelters through its first 40-degree day in months, but severe weather could be on the way.

Chloe Maher

CourtPremiumPremiumWoman stabbed to death on suburban street

An alleged killer has pleaded not guilty on grounds of insanity over the death of a young woman who was brutally murdered on a suburban street.

MiningPremiumPremiumClass action to highlight vile treatment of women on mines

FIFO workers who experienced predatory behaviour in the industry will be able to take part in what is expected to be a multi-million-dollar action.

Courts & JusticePremiumPremiumMan denies murdering sex worker at Ascot hotel

A man accused of murdering a sex worker at a Perth hotel then drugging, raping and stealing cash from another woman a month later has pleaded not guilty to the shocking crimes.

Courts & JusticePremiumMan accused of stabbing young woman pleads not guilty

A man accused of stabbing Mauwa Kizenga as she walked to a relatives’ house has pleaded not guilty to her murder by reason of insanity.

Emily Moulton