Home
Search
thewest.com.au

Politics

Trump supporters are combing social media to find disrespectful comments about Charlie Kirk's death. (AP PHOTO)

PoliticsPremiumCharlie Kirk's allies warn Americans to mourn him right

At least 13 people have been fired or suspended from their jobs after discussing online the fatal shooting of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk.

Raphael Satter

The alert came after multiple Russian drones crossed into Poland on Wednesday. (EPA PHOTO)

DefencePoland deploys planes due to drone threat in Ukraine

Authorities say Polish and allied aircraft have been deployed in a preventive operation in Poland's airspace because of a threat of drone strikes in Ukraine.

Staff Writers

US ambassador Brian Burch hopes to win over Pope Leo with his favourite cake. (EPA PHOTO)

DiplomacyPremiumTrump's envoy courts Pope Leo with a choc birthday cake

Donald Trump's Vatican envoy has turned to sugar diplomacy, giving Pope Leo a chocolate birthday cake from a popular Chicago hotdog eatery.

Staff Writers

NSW government has unveiled its plan for up to 8000 new homes by rezoning Parramatta Rd NCA NewsWire / David Swift

HOUSINGPremium‘Transform’: State’s new act on housing

A dramatic transformation of one Aussie capital’s “tired” main arterial link has been unveiled, with thousands of new homes planned for development.

Nathan Schmidt

West Aussies will be able to spend a couple of extra days at the beach under a big overhaul of the State’s public holiday calendar.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
WA NewsComments
The West Australian exclusive
WA to get two new public holidays in major shake-up

West Australians will get two extra days off a year as part of a major shakeup to WA’s public holiday calendar.

Joe Spagnolo

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s $12 billion shipbuilding investment in WA is about more than just AUKUS.

analysis
analysis
WA NewsComments
analysis
Why the Albanese Govt’s $12b investment is bigger than AUKUS

Joe Spagnolo: The $12 billion investment in WA’s shipbuilding industry is about trade, votes and — right at the end of that list — AUKUS.

Joe Spagnolo

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese (inset, right) has revealed a $12 billion investment in WA's shipbuilding industry.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
AUKUSCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
PM to unveil massive $12 billion investment in WA industry

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will fly into WA on Sunday to announce a $12 billion investment in the future of WA’s shipbuilding industry in a major boost to diversifying the State economy.

Joe Spagnolo

Transport Minister Rita Saffioti says the new ferry terminals would help Perth better use the Swan River for transport.

State PoliticsCommentsCook Govt calls for feedback on contentious ferry terminals

The terminals are part of the State Government’s plan to add more ferries and routes to the Swan River.

Joe Spagnolo

Supporters rallying for murdered conservative influencer Charlie Kirk at Supreme Court Gardens in Perth.

Kirk honouredComments‘Freedom lovers’ honour Charlie Kirk at noisy Perth rally

Charlie Kirk was remembered at a ‘freedom movement’ rally in Supreme Court Gardens which drew a flag-waving and flag-wearing crowd of about 500 people.

John Flint

Attorney General Tony Buti will intervene in the long-running legal case against BGC. Inset: One of the defective Iplex pipes.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Pipe scandalCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Fresh twist in BGC saga as customers receive lifeline

Hundreds of WA customers living in new homes prone to leaks and flooding due to faulty piping have received some welcome news ahead of a State Administrative Tribunal hearing.

John Flint

Gareth Wards former home sits empty. NewsWire / Damian Shaw

BreakingPremiumLabor claim victory in key by-election

Labor have claimed victory in Kiama after voters turned out to choose long-time MP and convicted rapist Gareth Ward’s replacement.

Nathan Schmidt

Charlie Kirk’s widow Erika has shared video of herself sobbing as she touches the conservative influencer’s dead body.

EMOTIONAL SCENESVideoCharlie Kirk’s widow shares video of herself sobbing as she touches his dead body

A grief-stricken Erika Kirk has returned to social media for the first time since her husband was shot dead.

Jed Ahern

Victorian Liberal Leader Brad Battin will use his inaugural speech at the annual state conference to announce Jack’s Law for Victoria as part of a $100m plan to implement anti-crime measures and restore community safety across the state. NewsWire/Ian Currie

PoliticsPremiumLib leaders’ call after week of turmoil

After a week of turmoil, Victoria’s Opposition Leader is set to make a major announcement at the party’s state conference on a plan to tackle crime in the state.

Emma Kirk

Charlotte Pennell with four-week-old Alfred and two-year-old George.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Federal PoliticsCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Perth parents in push to help families make ends meet

Parents are pushing for childcare subsidies to be expanded to cover more than just centre-based care or family day care in a bid to boost productivity and help make ends meet.

Katina Curtis

American author Stephen King has apologised after falsely claiming Charlie Kirk had ‘advocated stoning gays to death’.

MEA CULPAAuthor Stephen King apologises for false Charlie Kirk claim

The popular novelist made an embarrassing admission after sparking outrage with his comment.

Molly Magennis

Protesters say Missouri's redistricting plan favouring Republicans is unconstitutional. (AP PHOTO)

PoliticsPremiumDemocrats to fight electoral changes passed in Missouri

The Missouri Senate has passed a plan backed by President Donald Trump that could help Republicans win an additional U.S. House seat

David A Lieb

The Charlie Kirk Show went on as usual, leaving an empty seat in tribute.

World politicsCharlie Kirk podcast goes on in tribute to assassinated host

The show goes on — and that’s exactly what producers of the The Charlie Kirk Show did.

Troy de Ruyter

Autism experts say 'links' with vaccines have already been ruled out by research over 20 years. (Daniel Pockett/AAP PHOTOS)

PoliticsPremiumUS officials commission research on vaccines and autism

US Federal health officials are awarding a contract for research into any link between vaccines and autism, which scientists have repeatedly ruled out.

Mike Stobbe

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio privately reassured a top Australian official that a deal to provide nuclear-powered submarines would not be terminated.

Federal PoliticsCommentsUS gives quiet signal it won’t scupper AUKUS deal

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio privately reassured a top Australian official that a deal to provide nuclear-powered submarines would not be terminated.

Noah Robertson, Ellen Nakashima

Tyler Robinson’s (left) family have spoken about their shock over the killing of Charlie Kirk.

live
live
World PoliticsVideo
live
Alleged assassin’s family speak out about gun fascination

LIVE UPDATES: The family of alleged shooter, Tyler Robinson, have spoken about his affinity for guns, after his father called the cops following his son’s admission to killing Charlie Kirk.

Matt Shrivell

Multiple protests against racism, migration and corruption are set to kick off across Australia on Saturday. NewsWire / Valeriu Campan

NEWSCops’ warning ahead of protest chaos

Multiple protest groups are set to converge on Australia’s major cities this weekend, as police brace for potential clashes between rival demonstrators.

Clareese Packer

NSW Premier Chris Minns feeds a lamb with Acting Minister for Education Courtney Houssos and Labor Candidate for Kiama, Katelin McInerney, on a visit to Bomaderry High School. NewsWire / Damian Shaw

NEWSPremiumAussies vote in key election, rapist resigns

Kiama voters have flocked to the polls after convicted rapist Gareth Ward’s shock exit, with NSW Premier Chris Minns admitting he’s “nervous”.

Nathan Schmidt and Clareese Packer

Memphis has one of the highest violent crime rates in the United States, according to the FBI. (AP PHOTO)

PoliticsPremiumUS to deploy National Guard to Memphis, Trump says

US President Donald Trump says National Guard troops will be deployed to Memphis to combat crime.

Staff Writers

Protesters brought city centres to a stop but police say there were no serious concerns. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS)

PoliticsPremiumCompeting rallies cripple capitals as crowds pour in

Another busy weekend of thousands taking to the streets across capitals in rival demonstrations is testing the limits of freedom of speech and police resources.

William Ton and Farid Farid