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Get in quickCommentsPremiumFly to Europe from Perth for CHEAP with Virgin

Thanks to Virgin Australia, Perth travellers can fly to Europe for super cheap this June and July.

Kellie Balaam

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opinion
Brian GreigCommentsPremium
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‘Backwards’ WA has the lowest share of LGBTQIA residents

This highlights a correlation between states with good laws and legal protections for LGBTI+ people, and those with bad or no laws.

Brian Greig

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Huge jump in ocean rescues prompts warning

An astonishing 222 rescues were performed last weekend alone, with unseasonal swell and strong currents caused by Tropical Cyclone Sean in part blamed for the huge number.

Rhianna Mitchell

Severe WeatherCommentsEmergency warning issued as storm causes dangerous winds

People in the Pilbara have been urged to shelter indoors immediately due to a thunderstorm causing 113km/h winds.

Claire Sadler

Federal politicsCommentsPremiumTradies to get $10k incentive to stay in apprenticeships

Tradies will receive a cash boost during their apprenticeships, as part of a bid by the Federal Government to draw more young people into building new homes. SEE THE ELIGIBLE TRADES.

Dylan Caporn

FOODCommentsPremium‘Aussie classic’ lands in Coles for Easter

After last year’s polarising hot cross buns, Coles has released its second collaboration with Arnott’s - bringing an “Aussie classic” to supermarket shelves for Easter.

Alexandra Feiam

CRIMEPremiumMum’s nightmare turns to reality

Shocking footage has captured the moment a woman was dragged along the road after a man allegedly stole her car - with a child still inside.

Alexandra Feiam

SharksCommentsChild injured in shark attack near Mandurah

A boy is being taken to hospital after he was bitten by a shark in shallow waters north of Mandurah.

Caleb Runciman

PolicePremiumAnti-Semitism rise brings Police Commissioners to the table

A statement on behalf of all commissioners said the group agreed to establish a dedicated anti-Semitism coordination group.

Jake Dietsch

NEWSPremiumSurfer’s ‘miracle’ shark attack escape

A surfer has spoken out about the terrifying moment he escaped a brutal shark attack at a popular surfing spot in Western Australia, where other shark attacks have occurred.

Alexandra Feiam

State PoliticsPremiumLibby Mettam declares her candidate is ‘not an anti-Semite’

WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam has hit back at the Premier’s claims her party’s Central Wheatbelt candidate is an ‘anti-Semite’, saying Roger Cook’s comments were a ‘disgrace’. 

Jake Dietsch

Courts & JusticeVideoPremiumRebels bikie learns fate over shootout at rival’s home

A Rebels bikie who drove the car involved in a suburban shootout at a rival gang member’s home has been jailed.

Emily Moulton

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Bushfire Downgraded
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Bushfire near Geraldton downgraded to watch and act

The bushfire warning south of Geraldton has been downgraded to a watch and act, as firefighters continue to fight the blaze.

Matthew Paddick

State PoliticsPremiumWA’s biggest women’s prison ‘chronically understaffed’

Bandyup Women’s Prison has seen ‘very positive’ improvements in its care of inmates but is still struggling in key areas, the independent watchdog has found.

Jake Dietsch

Disaster and emergency PremiumPedestrian dies after being hit by car in Carlisle

A white Hyundai hatchback was driving down Star Street when it collided with the woman.

Jessica Evensen

EnvironmentGrim weather map will ruin your weekend

Authorities are warning residents to stay alert of changing dangerous weather conditions across the long weekend.

Aisling Brennan

WA NEWSWA artist captures attention of tennis legend at Aus Open

Pilbara artist Bobbi Lockyer’s artistic talents are being spotlighted at the Australian Open in front of thousands.

Zach Margolius

CrimePremiumNaked man accused of wild Perth rampage faces court

A naked man who allegedly tried to carjack an Uber and was twice tasered by police has fronted court over his outrageous antics.

Emma Kirk

Flight divertedPremiumKarratha flight diverted after flying into severe weather

A QantasLink flight travelling from Perth to Karratha was forced to divert to Newman due to severe weather conditions caused by cyclone Sean, raising concerns as to why the flight was scheduled.

Katya Minns

Regional WAVideoCommentsPremiumSurfer tells of terrifying moment shark circled and charged

Dale Kittow was by himself about 100m off Cheynes Beach — 70km east of Albany — when he noticed a 3m bronze whaler hunting him.

Jessica Evensen

UnionsPremiumCourt chaos as security, prison staff to stop work

The staff — represented by the Transport Workers Union — are responsible for the security of WA courts, and getting prisoners to hearings and appointments.

Dylan Caporn

WA NewsComments‘Pure joy’: Perth woman recognised for smashing world record

A Perth woman has overcome the odds and has been recognised for her incredible effort to set a power lifting world record.

Oliver Lane

UPDATEDPremium‘Perfect storm’: Australia Day warning

Emergency services are bracing for a “perfect storm” this Australia Day long weekend, with people expected to flock to beaches and waterways.

Emma Kirk and Nathan Schmidt

NewsPremiumWhat’s open over Australia Day long weekend

Whatever your shopping needs may be this Australia Day long weekend, this is your full guide to Aussie retailers’ trading hours.

Emma Kirk