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    Alleged Kojonup drug dealer refused bail after caravan bust

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An Albany man has been jailed after he threatened a woman with a machete and stole her phone in Spencer Park.

courtsPremiumJail time for Albany man who threatened woman with machete

An Albany man who swung a machete at a woman in a public park and stole her phone in an attempt to force her to give him methamphetamine was jailed in the Albany District Court last month. 

Jacki Elezovich

Musician Isabel Rumble will tour the South West and Great Southern in April, 2026.

MUSICPremiumIsabel Rumble brings new release to South West stages

Indie-folk singer Isabel Rumble is set to make multiple stops in the South West and Great Southern on her upcoming WA tour, with a new single in tow. 

Madelin Hayes

Jordan Clark and Paige McCarthy have announced they are expecting their first child.

AFLDockers star and partner announce baby joy

Fremantle Dockers star Jordan Clark and his partner Paige McCarthy have announced they are expecting their first child later this year.

Josh Kempton

There has been an increase in the travel payments country footballers can receive in 2026.

Payment increase PremiumRising fuel prices lead to increase in country footy payment

Country Football WA has endorsed a significant increase in travel payments for players ahead of the 2026 season, in a bid to ensure leagues can remain sustainable with player availability.

Cameron Newbold

Jethro Wright and Ben Blechynden with their WA State shirts.

National champs PremiumGreat Southern trio picked for WA teams at national champs

Great Southern hockey guns Jethro Wright, Ben Blechynden and Bella Post are in Tasmania with WA teams contesting the 2026 Hockey Australia under-16 national championships.

Claire Middleton

Jerramungup's Riley Holden kicked three goals in the round one win.

Opening round PremiumJerramungup make big early statement over reigning premiers

The opening round of the new Ongerup Football Association had commanding wins for both Jerramungup and Boxwood Hill, with reigning premiers Gnowangerup trounced.

Cameron Newbold

A plaque honouring decorated Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been defaced with graffiti after his arrest over alleged war crimes.

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CommentsPremiumBRS plaque defaced with graffiti after war crime charges

A plaque honouring decorated Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith has been defaced with graffiti after his arrest over alleged war crimes.

Thieves stole 1500 litres of diesel from fuel tanks at this Kondinin farm.

Diesel theft VideoPremiumPremiumFarmer’s security warning after 1500L of diesel stolen

As fuel stocks plummet and prices rise, a WA farmer is warning others to implement tougher security after thousands of litres of diesel was stolen from his property this month. 

Musician Isabel Rumble will tour the South West and Great Southern in April, 2026.

MUSICPremiumPremiumIsabel Rumble brings new release to South West stages

Indie-folk singer Isabel Rumble is set to make multiple stops in the South West and Great Southern on her upcoming WA tour, with a new single in tow. 

Jethro Wright and Ben Blechynden with their WA State shirts.

National champs PremiumGreat Southern trio picked for WA teams at national champs

Great Southern hockey guns Jethro Wright, Ben Blechynden and Bella Post are in Tasmania with WA teams contesting the 2026 Hockey Australia under-16 national championships.

Claire Middleton

Railways' Angel Cameirao handballs as Denmark-Walpole's Chloe Ross tackles.

Footy wrap PremiumRailways secure big win over Denmark-Walpole on Friday

Railways secured a top-two finish and a finals double chance heading into the final round of the 2026 Great Southern Football League Women’s season, after a convincing win over Denmark-Walpole on Friday.

Amy Towers

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D & C Corporation worked on two of VIctor Goh’s builds — Capital Square on Mount Street and EQWest on the banks of the Swan River.

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From Goh to woe: Secret docs reveal EQWest delay dispute

The company building Victor Goh’s Elizabeth Quay skyscrapers was blasted for withholding millions of dollars from a contractor in a previously secret legal ruling.

Matt Mckenzie

Sam Lalor, Murphy Reid and Jagga Smith.

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How the 2024 draft REALLY should have gone

Inspired by the stunning early success of Murphy Reid after he was taken with pick No.17, The West Australian’s Josh Kempton has run a re-draft on the stacked 2024 pool.

Josh Kempton

Flowers by the side of Nicholson Road, Lynwood, where a fatal crash occured which resulted in the death of Skye.

GoFundMeVideoBaby who died in crash remembered as ‘precious little soul’

The baby, who died in a horror rideshare car crash on Saturday, has been remembered as having ‘the most beautiful smile’. 

Treasury Wine Estates boss Sam Fischer.

BusinessPremiumTreasury Wines faces ‘elevated risk’ of bankruptcy

Shares in the winemaker have collapsed 63 per cent over the past year as one Australian hedge fund said its debt load means bankruptcy is possible.

Tom Richardson

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Premier Roger Cook has declared a state of emergency in WA amid a fuel crisis.

State PoliticsVideoCommentsRoger Cook declares state of emergency in WA over fuel

A state of emergency will be declared in WA in a bid to pressure fuel companies to divert supplies where they’re needed, but Roger Cook says it won’t trigger Covid-style restrictions on the public.

Jessica Page

“Boardroom screaming match ends with cops storming out” with Ben Harvey.

WATCHVideoCommentsPremiumBoardroom screaming match ends with cops storming out

In tonight’s show, Ben Harvey reveals why being the boss of WA’s Police Union isn’t a long-term career prospect with the third president in five years facing the chop.

Ben Harvey | Mon, March 30

Raymond Reddington, who changed his name from Maxwell Robert Fulton was on trial accused of murdering his wife Sharon Fulton (inset) in 1986.

Court & JusticePremiumPremiumHusband learns fate for murdering Sharon Fulton 40 years ago

A cold case killer who murdered his wife 40 years ago has been sentenced to life in prison, however a terminal cancer diagnosis means he could have as little as 18 months to live.

The Eagles have produced the rare feat of comebacks from 22+ points down at quarter time in their past two matches.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumTwice in 48 years: Eagles’ amazing ‘comeback kings’ feat

In A Six-Pack Of IPA (Interesting Points, Allegedly), we look at West Coast achieving a comeback feat achieved only four times before in AFL/VFL history, and more stats and facts on our WA clubs!

There were 3,355 properties listed for sale in Perth a few days ago, following several weeks of rising listings, including some weeks with double-digit listings growth.

PropertyCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumPerth property listings surge but prices still rising

It was hoped that extra supply would reduce prices. Why has the opposite happened in March?

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The bottom line for WA consumers is simple: don’t assume AI is correct. That information should always be checked against trusted sources to verify claims before you take any action.

Consumer WatchPremiumBottle line for consumers: Don’t assume AI is correct

It’s not uncommon for people to use AI when they jump online to search for various things these days and while it can be an effective tool, people need to be careful when it comes to rules and regulations. 

Candice Evans

Coupe has been spotted entangled in fishing line.

DOLPHIN INJURY PremiumAnother dolphin in Bunbury has sustained injuries

The Dolphin Discovery Centre is once again reminding people to be responsible out on the waters after a dolphin calf was reported as being entangled over the weekend. 

Rose Patane

The first outdoor Anzac Day service held in Geraldton in 1932.

Snapshot in TimeGeraldton’s first outdoor Anzac Day service 94 years ago

Before Birdwood House was built, local Anzac Day services were held at the old Geraldton Town Hall on Chapman Road, which is now home to the art gallery.

Trudi Cornish

Big Swamp Sign location queried by public in council interrogation

WRETCHED RESIDENTSPremiumPremium89 Beach Road packs chambers for second meeting running

The City of Bunbury council has once again copped a barrage of questions and criticisms over the sale of 89 Beach Road, the land parcel adjacent to Big Swamp Parkland. 

The Harvey shire council has voted to request the chief executive investigate the installation of a drinking fountain at the Brunswick River Pool.  

DRINKING FOUNTAINPremiumPremiumShire of Harvey to investigate potential drinking fountains

The Harvey Shire council has voted in favour to request the chief executive investigate the potential installation of a water drinking fountain at the Brunswick River Pool.  

Jane and Trevor Pickering with their 1950 Daimler Special Sports at the Waroona All Australian Car Day.

IN PICTURES PremiumPremiumWaroona’s All Australian Car Show another success

Cars of all colours, shapes and sizes rolled in to Waroona at the weekend for the town’s annual display of cars. 

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A navy vessel is seen sailing in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway through which much of the world’s oil and gas passes on March 1, 2026.

EnergyVideoCommentsPremiumWhat an Iran blockade will look like and how it will be done

The move comes as Iran has blockaded the Strait of Hormuz for weeks during the US-Israeli war with the country, a bottleneck that roiled global markets and strained the economy.

Garrett Downs

This picture taken on March 26, 2026 shows an oil tanker unloading crude oil at a port in Yantai, in China’s eastern Shandong province.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumIran oil shock stirs memories of 1997 Asian financial crisis

The question now is how long the shock lasts and whether the physical energy shortage can be resolved before the economic damage spirals out of control. 

Anniek Bao and Lee Ying Shan

Elon Musk, chief executive officer of Tesla.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumElon Musk seeks ouster of OpenAI CEO as part of lawsuit

Elon Musk is seeking to have OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and President Greg Brockman removed from their roles as officers in the company as part of a case that’s expected to go to trial later this month.

Lora Kolodny

Sabrina Carpenter latest music video 'House Tour' featuring Margaret Qualley & Madelyn Cline.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumUniversal Music pops after $US64b takeover proposal

Activist investor Pershing Square said Tuesday it is planning to buy Universal Music Group in a cash and stock deal worth about 55.8 billion euros ($US64.4 billion).

April Roach

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COURTTwo billionaires await decision in royalty feud

Two of Australia’s wealthiest citizens will on Wednesday find out who is entitled to billions of dollars worth of mining royalties and assets.

Emma Kirk

Benjamin Bruce leaves court in 2023. Justin Benson-Cooper

Courts & JusticePremiumAccused serial rapist on trial over alleged shocking acts

An accused serial rapist charged with dozens of violent offences against several women allegedly choked, punched, sexually assaulted and urinated on his victims. 

Hannah Cross

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NewsPremiumPremiumHorror moment woman mauled by dogs

Distressing footage has captured the moment two roaming dogs savagely maul a woman before killing her pet.

Cat Haven CEO Roz Robinson warns that the current economic climate is proving unsustainable for many WA charities.

FUEL CRISISCommentsCommentsWA charities running on fumes as fuel costs balloon

WA’s not-for-profit sector is crippling as skyrocketing fuel prices halt operations and force volunteers off the road, with the matter becoming one of life and death for charities such as the Cat Haven.

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TRAVEL INCIDENTSPremiumPremium‘Sexual acts’: Man arrested on Perth flight

An Indian national has been charged after allegedly sexually assaulting a woman on an international flight bound for Perth.

Hills Emporio owner Simon Leske says his business will collapse if rising diesel and fuel prices continue.

WA NewsVideoCommentsPremiumIndependent servo on brink amid fuel supply chaos

An independent WA service station is on the brink of collapse after waiting a month for fuel supplies, costs almost doubling and becoming the least competitive in the area. 

Brooke Rolfe