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  1. InfrastructurePremiumMarble Bar Road upgrade will go ahead despite ‘unfair’ cuts

  2. Crime crisis continuesPremiumHomicide squad investigating Cable Beach death

  3. CommunityPremiumKimberley healthcare supervisors recognised at awards night

  4. Top gongPremiumYouth-led placemaking initiative wins national recognition

  5. National recognitionSouthern Ports named Port of the Year for 2023

Best Australian YarnCommentsPremiumIn Whose Hand

A woman finally faces up to the truth about her deadbeat boyfriend and finds a way to walk towards a new life.

Susan Francis

evokeAg evokeAg: WA-based Guy Coleman set to speak at mega event

He’s the WA-bred ag-tech extraordinaire and now Open Weed Locator creator Guy Coleman will share his story on a national stage when the Asia-Pacific’s biggest agri-food event comes to Perth. 

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Santos says halt to Barossa project to cost $1m+ a day

Santos says it will fork out in excess of $1 million per day if it cannot carry out pipeline installation at its Barossa offshore gas project, recently halted by a court judgement on underwater songline claims.

Adrian Rauso

SportsPremiumNew equipment for Karratha Gymnastics thanks to Horizon

Karratha gymnasts will soon gain some new gym equipment thanks to the $10,000 partnership between the State Government and Horizon Power’s Community Partnerships Program.

Daniel Spence

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Banning junk food ads on buses, trains ‘could save billions’

A ban on unhealthy food and drink advertising on public transport could lead to an average weight loss in Perth of 1kg per person, and benefit West Australians up to $2 billion over 30 years. 

Dylan Caporn

LeisurePremiumAquatic Centre set to reopen after delays

The 44-year-old centre was initially shut in April for urgent repairs, but as work commenced, more issues arose, forcing the council to extend its expected two-month closure out to eight months.

Liam Murphy

SportsPremiumPremiumHedland’s sporting stars celebrated at Town sport awards

The Town of Port Hedland buzzed with anticipation as the community gathered for the 2023 Community Sports Awards. 

Top gongPremiumPremiumYouth-led placemaking initiative wins national recognition

The innovative program, spearheaded by the youth of Hedland, aims to instil a sense of responsibility and decision-making prowess in young individuals. 

InfrastructurePremiumPremiumMarble Bar Road upgrade will go ahead despite ‘unfair’ cuts

WA Premier Roger Cook has promised upgrades to Marble Bar Road will go ahead, despite a $48 million cut to funding as a result of the Commonwealth reshaping its $120 billion infrastructure pipeline.

ArtPremiumArt Unites: Indigenous painter spotlights police bond

Roebourne Police have reached out to a local to paint a piece to be displayed at the station that celebrates the ongoing relationship between the police and the local Indigenous community.

Daniel Spence

Closing the GapPremiumSynergy strikes deal with Stars Foundation for Pilbara youth

In a groundbreaking collaboration, Synergy has forged a partnership with the Stars Foundation, aiming to enhance health, education, and employment prospects for Indigenous girls and young women in the Pilbara.

Daniel Spence

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Terrifying incidentCommentsPremiumWA drag racing legend suffers burns after explosion

WA drag racing great Jay Upton suffered burns and a crew member was rushed to hospital after a terrifying explosion at Perth Motorplex on Saturday night.

Jonathon Nolan

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‘It’s become a joke’ CommentsPremium
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‘Years of torture’: Customers vent fury at builder’s delays

Besieged builder Inspired Homes is facing more complaints from frustrated customers telling of ‘excruciating’ delays in a process some said had become ‘a joke’.

Matt Mckenzie

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Coldplay’s energy like nothing we have seen before

Coldplay’s performance on Saturday night felt like a good dream — the kind that just keeps getting better and you don’t want it to end.

Caleb Runciman

Inspirational journey PremiumFrom rehab to redemption: Jack Thompson’s incredible ride

Following mental health struggles and drug addiction, the Perth-born ultra cyclist found himself at a crossroads. The path taken has led to breaking world records around the world, with WA next on his list.

Jade Jurewicz

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WA parents’ anguish at ill son’s plight in Singapore jail

A WA man finds himself in a Singaporean jail facing terror charges of making bomb threats on a Perth-bound flight.

John Flint

Welcome reliefVideoCommentsWanneroo fire finally downgraded after conditions ease

The Wanneroo bushfire, which claimed 18 homes as Perth grappled with heatwave conditions, has been contained and controlled — with DFES downgrading the fire. 

Claire Sadler

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Giddey suffers fresh setback amid underage sex scandal

Josh Giddey has suffered a fresh blow amid allegations he had an inappropriate relationship with a minor being investigated.

Vile claimsPremiumPremiumChild sex accused daycare worker hit with more charges

More charges have been laid against a childcare worker accused of indecently dealing with a young girl while working at a northern suburbs childcare centre.

Wanneroo FireVideoCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumTales of heroism and heartbreaking loss emerge as embers die

Damage from bushfires raging in Perth’s northern suburbs has increased fivefold in just two days after it was revealed at least 49 buildings have been lost — including 18 homes.

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BIG BUZZPremiumWheatbelt South seniors enjoy special treat in Narrogin

More than 100 seniors braved the heat on Friday to take a sneak peek at the Perth Symphony Orchestra Hay Bale Concert arena in Narrogin.

Daniel Rooney

IN PICTURESPremiumIN PICTURES: Fun day had at Great Southern Ability Festival

Perfect weather welcomed passing crowds to the Great Southern Ability Festival at Albany Town Square on Thursday.

Stuart McGuckin

Jingle bellsPremiumCarols in the Park: Christmas sing-along set for Katanning

Stretch your vocal cords and rehearse your favourite Christmas jingles as Katanning’s Carols in the Park is set to return to the Piesse Park amphitheatre for the second straight year.

Harry Grigson

LIFE BEHIND BARSPremiumPremiumMan jailed for life after degrading bush murder of wife

A man who beat his wife to death in a despicable, degrading and prolonged assault before covering her lifeless body with bedding and placing a pillow under her head out bush has been jailed for life.

‘wannabe gangsters’PremiumPremiumTrial of Norseman gunshot closed on Friday

Trial over gunshot to the stomach a question of self-defence or deliberate act as accused maintains he was tired of “wannabe gangsters” but equally had to defend himself against violent threat.

Untold History of WACommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumGold, a daring rescue and a man named Cannonball

How a lot of courage, a touch of ingenuity and slime saved a group of prospectors undertaking a top-secret mission in WA’s unforgiving outback.

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Calling timeCommentsPremiumAre our biggest tech founders outstaying their welcome?

THE ECONOMIST: There are signs that the so-called ‘founder premium’ may be waning in a world in which capital is no longer cheap and investors prefer jam today to jam tomorrow. 

CNBCCommentsOil giant Exxon charges into lithium production

The lithium battery was invented by a research scientist at Exxon in the 1970s but the oil giant ultimately didn’t pursue the technology. It’s now had a rethink.

Spencer Kimball

CNBCCommentsPremiumIs ‘money dysmorphia’ keeping you from building wealth?

While you may not be a billionaire, or even have the kind of life you see people living on social media, you likely have assets — and what you choose to do with them is important.

Ryan Ermey

The EconomistCommentsPremiumTHE ECONOMIST: Artificial intelligence will transform fame

After spending decades disrupting humdrum jobs, artificial intelligence is coming for the most glamorous ones.

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‘Incredible failure’CommentsPremiumScience failing Aussie kids as curriculum lags behind

Kids in Australian schools are falling behind students in other countries in science because of gaping holes in the curriculum, according to a new study.

Bethany Hiatt

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More to the story of bomb hoax accused

It was the sort of story that would have left readers shaking their heads in disbelief that someone could be so silly. And thanking their lucky stars that it was not their holiday plans that had been disrupted.

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CommentsPremiumPolice union considers putting forward political candidates

WA’s police union will debate endorsing officers running for Parliament at the next State election, following on from the decision of the Australian Nurses Federation to set up its own political party. 

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PremiumREVEALED: WA Liberal MP’s bid to free sex offender refugee

A Liberal senator urged the Government last year to release a refugee from immigration detention in circumstances similar to those former detainees the Coalition is now urging Labor to lock back up.

Terrifying incidentCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumWA drag racing legend suffers burns after explosion

WA drag racing great Jay Upton suffered burns and a crew member was rushed to hospital after a terrifying explosion at Perth Motorplex on Saturday night.

‘Finally free’VideoPremiumHigh profile ex-bikie latest detainee released in Perth

Ex-bikie Sam Ibrahim, the brother of Kings Cross nightclub identity John Ibrahim, is the latest immigration detainee released onto Perth streets — and has hinted he could get his GPS tracking bracelet off.

Caitlyn Rintoul