WA government salaries surge amid hiring spree and wage cap lift
In Western Australia, the public sector payroll has risen with a hiring push and loosening wage restraints, prompting questions about budget and service delivery.
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13-year-old hero swims four kilometres to rescue family swept out to sea in WA
A 13-year-old boy in Western Australia swam roughly four kilometres through shark-prone waters to reach his family, who were swept out to sea. Authorities are cautious about details as the story develops.
Havana Brown, Thelma Plum and Gisella Colletti to perform at 2026 Channel 7 Mandurah Crab Fest
Headline acts Havana Brown, Thelma Plum and Gisella Colletti will perform at the 2026 Channel 7 Mandurah Crab Fest, with organisers promising a free family-friendly WA event.
Molly’s Irish Pub reveals opening date window for East Victoria Park venue
Molly’s Irish Pub confirms a new East Victoria Park venue in Perth with an opening date window announced. Details on concept, location and what’s known and unknown.
Tame Impala secures his first solo Grammy as Fremantle Dockers cheer Perth-raised star
Perth-raised musician Tame Impala claims his first solo Grammy for a newly released track, with the Fremantle Dockers publicly congratulating the homegrown star.
WA missing model case reopened after brothel madam call stirs renewed scrutiny
Western Australia police reopen a high-profile disappearance inquiry after renewed focus on a call allegedly made by a brothel madam following the model’s vanishing. What is known, what remains uncertain.
Researchers identify Australia’s oldest dinosaur footprint
A fossilised footprint found in a Western Australian sandstone quarry more than six decades ago has been identified as the oldest Australian dinosaur footprint, offering fresh insight into ancient life.
Police probe after reported sighting of accused triple killer in WA
Western Australia police are investigating a reported sighting of the accused triple killer, Julian Ingram, as officers chase new tips in the ongoing statewide search.
Graffiti suspect nicknamed Pam the Bird to stand trial
A graffiti suspect known as Pam the Bird will face court on more than 200 charges tied to tagging historic Perth landmarks. This report outlines what is known and what remains unclear.
Gnowangerup man fined after threatening kids and tormenting town, described as a general menace by his lawyer
A Gnowangerup man has been fined after threatening children at a public park and shouting at IGA staff while drunk, with his lawyer describing him as a general menace.