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  1. Pope Francis deathPremiumBroome Bishop Tim Norton reflects on Pope Francis’ death

  2. Federal election PremiumCost-of-living biggest concern for Durack in coming election

  3. ANZAC DAYPremiumWhere to be on 2025 Anzac Day in the Pilbara

  4. MAKING A SPLASHPremiumHedland water polo goalie set for country champs

  5. MiningBHP dodges tariffs blow but watching China for slowdown

Rapper and hip-hop artist Zero Emcee in Nullagine and Marble Bar.

CONNECTION THROUGH MUSIC PremiumZero Emcee connects with Pilbara youth through music

At 12-years-old, Jaydan Ahmat had a dream of becoming a songwriter and rapper. Now at 29 and performing under the name Zero Emcee, he’s made that dream a reality.

Madelin Hayes

Nicole Kelly from Tom Price has been nominated for a WA volunteer of the year award for her dedication to the community and beyond.

VOLLIE AWARDSPremiumPilbara vollies in the spotlight at WA Volunteer Awards

A Tom Price local and a Hedland community organisation have been announced as finalists in the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Awards. 

Madelin Hayes

Nine candidates have put their hands up to contest the seat of Durack. Pictured is five of them, including Eugenie Harris, Bailey Kempton, Melissa Price, Karen Wheatland, and Brendan Sturcke.

Federal ElectionPremiumNine candidates vying for the seat of Durack

The candidates for the seat of Durack have been announced, with nine people vying for the seat when the region hits the polls next month for the Federal election.

Matthew Paddick

Aaron Geoffrey May outside Perth Magistrates Court.

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FIFO worker fined over drunken outburst at Perth Airport

A FIFO worker who became aggressive after being thrown off a Melbourne-bound plane was banned from Virgin flight, lost his job and has now also copped a fine.

Rebecca Le May

Turtle-friendly lighting being installed along Cemetery Beach in Port Hedland.

TURTLE TRIUMPH PremiumShining a light on turtle conservation

From the Civic Centre to Cemetery Beach, turtle-friendly bollard lights are being installed to help protect flatback turtle hatchlings as they make their first instinctive journey from nest to sea. 

Madelin Hayes

Mass will be held at Our Lady Queen of Peace Cathedral, Broome for Pope Francis on Tuesday evening, April 22.

Pope Francis deathPremiumBroome Bishop Tim Norton reflects on Pope Francis’ death

As the North West Catholic community joins the world to mourn the death of Pope Francis, Broome Bishop Tim Norton has reflected on the late Pontiff’s enduring legacy.

Madelin Hayes

The bomb disposal unit on the runway at Port Hedland in August 1942, about a week after the raid. The unit unearthed an unexploded 60kg Japanese bomb. Kneeling from left to right are: Vic Philby, Laurie Reeves and Alan Nixon. Standing: Bruce Cox, Norm Horn, two unknown personnel, Jack Coogan and Ted Sorrell.

ANZACPremiumPremiumHedland bombing led to only WA soldier killed on WA soil

When Japanese forces dropped a series of bombs on Port Hedland’s airfield about 6.45am on July 30, 1942, nobody expected it

The Indigenous Outreach Project will host hip-hop classes in Nullagine and Marble Bar.

JUST DANCEPremiumPremiumHip-hop dance workshops head to Nullagine and Marble Bar

East Pilbara kids who like to get their boogie on are in for a treat, with hip-hop classes coming to Nullagine and Marble Bar. 

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on the campaign trail at Dampier Port with Labor candidate for Durack Karen Wheatland, left, and Resources Minister Madeleine King.

Federal election PremiumPremiumCost-of-living biggest concern for Durack in coming election

Punters and community leaders from around the electorate of Durack have weighed in on the current election campaign and their message is loud — don’t leave our region behind. 

Rapper and hip-hop artist Zero Emcee in Nullagine and Marble Bar.

CONNECTION THROUGH MUSIC PremiumZero Emcee connects with Pilbara youth through music

At 12-years-old, Jaydan Ahmat had a dream of becoming a songwriter and rapper. Now at 29 and performing under the name Zero Emcee, he’s made that dream a reality.

Madelin Hayes

BHP CEO Mike Henry

MiningBHP dodges tariffs blow but watching China for slowdown

Mining giant BHP says it expects to see little fallout on its operations from Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs but is more concerned by whether it could pull the handbrake on economic growth.

Daniel Newell

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The Robe River Kuruma Aboriginal Corporation claims Rio Tinto is taking too much water from Bungaroo Creek.

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Rio accused of over-drawing scarce Pilbara water source

A Pilbara Traditional Owner group is adamant Rio Tinto is not moving quickly enough to reduce abstraction from Bungaroo Creek, despite the miner’s promise to build a bigger desalination plant.

Simone Grogan

Elijah Hewett says Harley Reid is set to stay in blue and gold.

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‘He’ll be staying’: Teammate’s emphatic call on Reid future

West Coast young gun Elijah Hewett is adamant in-demand star Harley Reid won’t be going anywhere.

Samantha Rogers

Perth Glory chief executive Anthony Radich.

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Glory CEO says salary cap changes will not impact short-term

Perth Glory chief executive Anthony Radich says they will not be impacted by salary cap shifts next season, but admits they will have to get creative when the cap changes again the following year.

Ben Smith

Brendon Grylls and Mia Davies.

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All candidates confident in three-way race for Bullwinkel

All eyes are on Western Australia’s newest seat of Bullwinkel in Perth’s Hills, which is shaping up to be a fierce three-way race between Labor, the Liberals and the Nationals.

Jessica Page and Oliver Lane

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MiningPremiumGold mining CEO charged with assault

The chief executive of $4.4 billion West Perth-based gold miner Capricorn Metals is on leave after being charged with aggravated assault.

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BHP’s South Flank mine.

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Union’s ultimatum for BHP’s flagship iron ore hub

Mining giant BHP is again being threatened by a union, with its two flagship iron ore mines increasingly the target of unions trying to muscle into the mineral-rich Pilbara.

Adrian Rauso

The Vatican last night released photos of Pope Francis in an open coffin, dressed in a red robe with the papal mitre on his head and a rosary in his hand.

World NewsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumWorld leaders to honour Pope at Vatican City on Saturday

Cardinals gathered in Rome yesterday to prepare Saturday’s funeral for Pope Francis, as Catholics attended masses around the globe to grieve and celebrate the extraordinary life of the much-adored Pontiff.

Dozens of mourners have gathered at St Mary’s Cathedral in Perth to honour Pope Francis following his passing.

World NewsCommentsCommentsDozens gather at St Mary’s Cathedral to mourn Pope Francis

Dozens of mourners have gathered at St Mary’s Cathedral in Perth to honour Pope Francis following his passing. 

Four-year-old Luca de Groot with mum Jodi Lowe, suffered severe eye injuries when a washing machine tablet ruptured and went into her eyes.

HealthCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumMum’s plea after daughter suffers burns from detergent pod

A Perth mum has issued an urgent warning to parents after an everyday household chore almost left her four-year-old blind.

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MANILA, PHILIPPINES - JANUARY 16: Pope Francis waves to thousands of followers as he arrives at the Manila Cathedral on January 16, 2015 in Manila, Philippines. Pope Francis will visit venues across Leyte and Manila during his visit to the Philippines from January 15 - 19. The visit is expected to attract crowds in the millions as Filipino Catholics flock to catch a glimpse of the leader of the Catholic Church in the Philippines for the first time since 1995. The Pope will begin the tour in Manila, then travelling to Tacloban to visit areas devastated by Typhoon Haiyan before returning to Manila to hold a mass at Rizal Park. The Philippines is the only Catholic majority nation in Asia with around 90 percent of the population professing the faith. (Photo by Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images)

Pope FrancisPremiumPope Francis leaves behind legacy as the People’s Pope

As the Geraldton Catholic community joins the world to mourn the passing of Pope Francis, Geraldton Bishop Michael Morrissey has reflected on the late pontiff’s enduring legacy.

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Gnaraloo Station

Land SalePremiumMid West’s Gnaraloo Station listed for sale

A Gascoyne pastoral station well known for its world-class surf is up for sale, with expressions of interest being sought for the land.

Matthew Paddick

A community celebration commemorating 100 years of Onslow’s relocation will be held along the Onslow Foreshore on April 26.

ONSLOW RELOCATIONPremiumCommunity celebrates 100 years of historic Onslow relocation

This year marks a major milestone for Onslow — 100 years since the town was officially relocated from the mouth of the Ashburton River to its current site at Beadon Point.

Madelin Hayes

Nick Fardell and Rae Hutchinson are organising a walk for Goldfields residents affected by cancer.

WALK FOR CANCERPremiumPremiumLocals invited to ‘fight and unite’ at cancer walk

Goldfielders touched by cancer are invited to “remember, encourage, fight and unite” at an upcoming sunset walk.

Two people died after their ute towing a caravan collided with a truck on South Coast Highway near Jerramungup.

Disaster & emergencyPremiumPremiumTwo dead after car towing caravan collides with truck

A driver and a passenger have died in a tragic start to the Easter long weekend in WA, killed when a car towing a caravan collided with a truck in the Great Southern.

Howard Park Wines operators Richard and Jeff Burch.

tariff chaosPremiumPremiumMargaret River vignerons brace for Trump tariffs

With Margaret River vignerons barely recovered from their three-year ordeal with tariffs affecting the Chinese wine market, Donald Trump has thrown a fresh spanner in the works.

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Elon Musk has taken aim at Peter Navarro.

CNBC newsComments‘Moron’: Musk slaps Trump’s tariff czar as Tesla hits skids

The spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s top trade adviser Peter Navarro is the most public rift among members of the president’s inner circle since he took office in January.

Lora Kolodny and Ari Levy

Economists expect the Trump administration’s tariff policy would generate a much lower amount of revenue than anticipated.

CNBC newsCommentsEconomists warn Trump tariffs may raise less than expected

President Donald Trump says that tariffs will make the US “rich.” But those riches will likely be far less than the White House expects, economists said.

Greg Iacurci

Donald Trump said countries including Britain had approached the US to try to cut deals on tariffs. (EPA PHOTO)

World PoliticsComments Trump’s tariff gamble rattles fragile economy

US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs aim to reshape trade but are instead sparking fears of inflation and economic slowdown.

Jeff Cox

Foreign visitors to Japan rose 33 per cent this past winter from pre-pandemic levels.

Snowball effectPremiumThe good (and) bad as tourists rule the slopes of Japan

Many are flocking to the powdery slopes of ski areas like Niseko and Hakuba. Yet ski towns that are off the radar of overseas visitors are struggling.

Monica Pitrelli

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Mr Cook said Mr Kennedy was on leave and denied he had resigned or been “sacked.”

State politicsCook dodges questions on Kennedy’s return to the WAEC

Roger Cook has dodged questions on the future of the WA Electoral Commission boss, who is leave as a special inquiry examines the running of the State election.

Oliver Lane

The trio of friends from Perth have been playing the lottery together for nine years. NewsWire / Nikki Short

NewsPremiumTrio of friends score $30m jackpot

The mystery winners of a huge $30m Powerball jackpot have been tracked down - and revealed one of the first things they’ll do with the windfall.

Alexandra Feiam

Blake Troode, 5, Willow Johnson, 9, and Millie Johnson, 8, with paper swans at Elizabeth Quay in Perth.

TELETHONCommentsCommentsOrigami swans to brighten Elizabeth Quay with kindness

The activity aims to put a local twist on the Japanese tradition of senbazuru - the art of folding 1000 cranes to make a wish, often for good health, happiness, and recovery.

Lucky Bay near Kalbarri.

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PremiumMarine search for missing male after drowning in WA’s north

A string of water tragedies have struck WA as a marine search is underway for a missing person near Kalbarri only days after an elderly man drowned in WA’s north. 

Shadow defence minister Andrew Hastie said he did not regret comments made in 2018 about women in combat roles.

federal election 2025CommentsCommentsHastie returns fire after accusations he’s missing in action

Shadow defence minister Andrew Hastie has defended his low key appearances on the campaign trail, confirming he’ll be on hand to announce a ‘major’ defence commitment on Wednesday. 

Paramedics are treating an injured man following an incident involving a forklift in Perth’s east. 

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Man treated for crush injury after forklift incident

Specialist paramedics are treating an injured man following a serious incident involving a forklift in Perth’s east. 

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