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  1. Severe WeatherComments‘Act now’: Locals warned as severe weather slams parts of WA

  2. WEATHERCommentsPopular WA beach resort damaged after tropical cyclone

  3. Football PremiumNorth Pilbara Football League fixtures released

  4. WA News PremiumAustralia Day in Hedland

  5. Music PremiumCelebrated Australian artists to headline Always Good Nights

Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Scott Ballem and general manager Tina Scott.

Business PremiumPort Hedland Chamber of Commerce preparing for a busy year

The Port Hedland Chamber of Commerce and Industry is preparing for a big year in 2026, launching new advocacy programs to tackle liveability issues while capitalising on a surge in industrial growth.

Cain Andrews

Police are on the hunt for a driver as they investigate a suspected hit and run which left a man was serious injuries in the Pilbara.

WA NEWSPremiumMajor crash probe after man found with serious injuries

Police are on the hunt for a driver as they investigate a suspected hit and run which left a man was serious injuries in the Pilbara.

Caleb Runciman

Rio Tinto, 360 Mt/a ceremony at Cape Lambert, Cape Lambert, WA, Australia

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Rio Tinto breaks iron ore export record to meet guidance

WA’s iron ore machine is firing on all cylinders, led by Rio Tinto breaking its quarterly shipment record to win a ‘tightly balanced’ race and BHP accelerating output despite a tiff with China.

Adrian Rauso

Parts of Western Australia have been warned to be prepared for extreme heatwave conditions as temperatures march dangerously close to 50C.

WeatherCommentsWA residents told to prepare for extreme weather conditions

An extreme heatwave will see parts of WA reach close to 50C.

Brooke Rolfe

A WA adventurer is about to call it quits at work, buy a new car and caravan — and holiday across Australia.

LottoComments$10m Powerball winner ditches work for Australian adventure

A WA adventurer is about to call it quits at work, buy a spanking new car and caravan — and holiday across the country.

Troy de Ruyter

More than 8,000 kids have visited both Gratwick Aquatic Centre and South Hedland Aquatic Centre for free over the 2025/26 summer season so far thanks to the Hedland Splash program. 

Community PremiumHedland Splash providing kids free pool entry until April

More than 8000 kids have visited both Gratwick Aquatic Centre and South Hedland Aquatic Centre for free over this summer so far thanks to the Hedland Splash program. 

Cain Andrews

The Karratha Kats league team celebrate their 2025 grand final win.

Football PremiumPremiumNorth Pilbara Football League fixtures released

Fixtures for the 2026 North Pilbara Football League season have been released with some blockbuster clashes set for the opening round come April. 

Children enjoying the interactive sessions at the Y's Newman Early Learning Centre.

Early learning Newman early learning literacy lessons to continue in 2026

A collaboration in Newman helping to boost early childhood literacy though puppetry, songs and interactive activities will continue in 2026 after a successful launch last year.

Care for Hedland founder Kelly Howlett.

New yearPremiumPremiumLeaders look ahead to 2026

Regional leaders have shared their plans for the new year.

Temperatures and power bills are increasing in Australia.

Feeling the heatPremiumPower bills are making householders feel the heat

WA has recorded its third-hottest year on record but a survey has shown soaring power bills are forcing people to turn off their air-conditioners.

Michael Palmer

Family friendly activities will be on offer in the Town of Port Hedland.

WA News PremiumAustralia Day in Hedland

Australia Day in Hedland

Phoebe Solon

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The former teacher appeared in court via audiolink on Tuesday.

CrimeVideoPremiumWA teacher who birthed young victim’s baby admits sex abuse

A Mandurah teacher who became pregnant after sexually assaulting a former student pleaded guilty to all 15 charges on Tuesday.

Rachel Fenner

The Cawse nickel mine in 2007, one year before its closure.

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Why two zombie mines are primed to maul WA’s rehab fund

A private company is less than three weeks away from defaulting on liabilities tied to a derelict nickel mine, threatening the State Government with a record clean-up bill well beyond $100 million.

Adrian Rauso

The West Australian reporter Charlton Hart confronted store workers after buying illegal cigarettes from them.

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Undercover sting catches liquor giant selling illegal smokes

An undercover sting by The West Australian appears to have exposed a major liquor retailer selling illicit cigarettes prompting the business to launch an immediate investigation. WATCH THE VIDEO

Charlton Hart

Grant and Alana Williams.

Racing PremiumDrug discovery rocks WA racing royalty after horse death

WA horse racing royalty Grant and Alana Williams have been sensationally stood down after a prohibited substance was detected in one of their racehorses during a post-mortem blood swab.

Jessica Evensen

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British rich lister Guy Hands has bought up pastoral stations in WA that are bigger than Perth and Sydney combined.

PropertyCommentsPremiumBritish tycoon sets up world’s biggest sheep operation in WA

Only two years ago locals farmers shot their sheep because prices were too low to cover costs. Now a British rich lister has set up the world’s biggest integrated sheep station in WA.

Kim Macdonald

Health Minister Meredith Hammat said the hubs would ‘improve how the broader healthcare system works’.

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First older adult health hub opening in Perth’s south

The first of three health hubs designed in part to help WA seniors stay out of the hospital system has started seeing patients ahead of its official opening in the coming months.

Oliver Lane

Left to right: Parents and citizen association mums Hayley Taylor, Grace Dawa, Amy England, Nurul Sari, Fion Man and Poornima Kureeman.

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CommentsPremiumWA parents take lack of school air-con into own hands

Parents are fundraising to install air-conditioning in their kids’ schools rather than waiting on the Cook Government to lower the temperature in classrooms. 

Police at the Warwick house of a man suspected to have thrown a possible explosive at a crowd in Forrest Place yesterday at an Invasion Day rally. 7NEWS

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PremiumPolice charge man over Invasion Day rally ‘bomb’ incident

WA Police say a suspected homemade bomb thrown into a crowd of protesters in the heart of Perth’s CBD was designed to explode on impact.

The Cawse nickel mine in 2007, one year before its closure.

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PremiumWhy two zombie mines are primed to maul WA’s rehab fund

A private company is less than three weeks away from defaulting on liabilities tied to a derelict nickel mine, threatening the State Government with a record clean-up bill well beyond $100 million.

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Amberley Maryellen

Country Music AwardsPremiumFive South West artists nominated for country music awards

South West artists ready to make waves in the big stage as five local names were announced as finalists in the 2026 West Australian Country Music Awards.

Yousuf Shameel

The rescue of Ken Robinson off Geraldton.

Midwest TimesPremiumBoatie reveals how he survived being lost at sea for hours

The 61-year-old took his boat out alone at around 7.30am last week, with police alerted that his vessel was found unaccompanied and adrift hours later.

Rebecca Ruthven

A joint operation between the Department of Health and WA Police has netted a massive tobacco haul.

CRIMEPremiumNo charges or fines despite seizure of illegal vapes

The WA Police have reported a “massive” haul of cash and illegal cigarettes in its first week of raids in South West, but no charges or fines laid.

Charlton Hart

The SkyFest fireworks display kicked off at 8.30pm.

FUNBURYPremiumPremiumSkyFest brings the sparkle amidst the chill.

Bunbury locals, and visitors from all corners of the South West braved a chilly night and were treated to a ripper end to Australia Day, with SkyFest bringing everyone together for another year.

Winners in the Esperance 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards.

Caring citizensPremiumPremiumEsperance’s citizens of the year

From quiet acts of kindness to major fundraising efforts, the Shire of Esperance’s 2026 citizens of the year have proved an inspiration to the local community.

Forrest MHR Ben Small backs Andrew Hastie in a potential leadership spill.

POLITICSPremiumPremiumForrest MP backs Hastie if spill occurs

Forrest MP Ben Small has backed in fellow WA Liberal Andrew Hastie for party leadership in the event of a spill. 

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Central bank chiefs have swung in to defend Jerome Power, saying his independence is crucial. (AP PHOTO)

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumUS Fed holds key interest rate

The US Federal Reserve on Wednesday voted to take a break from a recent run of interest rate cuts, as the central bank navigates questions about its independence and awaits a new leader.

Jeff Cox

epa11962442 John Romolo with the brokerage firm Quattro M Securities works at the end of the trading day on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, in New York, New York, USA, 13 March 2025. The Dow Jones industrial average lost approximately 537 points on 13 March as investors continue to react to tariffs being discussed by the Trump administration. EPA/JUSTIN LANE

CNBC newsVideoCommentsWATCH: Why the next 72 hours are critical for markets

CNBC’s Investment Committee debate how important the next few days are for the rally as Mega Cap earnings, the Fed Decision and a potential government shutdown hang over stocks.

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The highest performers use this time to connect their work to business impact and to uncover stretch projects they wouldn’t hear about otherwise. 

CNBC newsComments5 phrases that will help you win over your boss

One-on-ones are the most valuable time you have with your boss. Here are five phrases to use that will change how your boss sees you and the opportunities that come your way. 

Melody Wilding

Mark Carney, Canada’s Prime Minister, after speaking in Quebec City last week.

CNBC newsCommentsCanada rejects talk of China trade deal after Trump threat

Mark Carney’s remarks come after US President Donald Trump threatened to slap a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian exports if Ottawa ‘makes a deal’ with China.

Lim Hui Jie

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A software issue preventing older Apple devices from connecting to a major telco and accessing triple-0 has been resolved after more than 12 hours.

PoliceCommentsApple software bug knocked out triple-0 on Telstra

A software issue preventing older Apple devices from connecting to a major telco and accessing triple-0 has been resolved after more than 12 hours.

Jessica Evensen

Pictured at the old Subiaco Oval stands are Matthew Mawe, Leonie Allison and Emily Williams.

Housing MarketCommentsPremiumYIMBY group fights for more housing in western suburbs

A new community group led by young people living in Perth’s western suburbs is hoping to fight the NIMBY movement.

Harriet Flinn

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crimeAus Day horror a ‘potential terrorist act’

Authorities have confirmed the alleged throwing of a homemade bomb into an Invasion Day rally crowd in Perth is being treated as a ‘potential terrorist act’.

Corrective Services Minister Papalia rejected criticisms of the police, and slammed what he called ‘peripheral political players’ like the Greens for their comments.

State PoliticsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumMinister commends Jan 26 police response in face of backlash

Paul Papalia has backed the police response at the alleged bombing attempt at Perth’s Invasion Day rally despite demonstrators criticising the communication.

Puck is one of the first dogs in the country to achieve champion titles across the four distinct disciplines.

ROUND OF APPAWSCommentsCommentsCanine athlete proves he is a dog of many talents

WA’s Puck is one of the first dogs in the country to achieve champion titles across four distinct disciplines.

Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia hopes that the campaign will spread across WA.

WA NEWSCommentsPremiumPerth bars encouraged to roll out Ask for Angela campaign

Perth bars and clubs will begin rolling out a uniform system to help those feeling unsafe on a night out to get help, adopting the UK’s Ask for Angela campaign.

Oliver Lane