Perth Invasion Day bombing attempt tests nation’s resolve
A nail bomb attempt at a Perth Invasion Day rally prompted charges and a broad national discussion on security and extremism. This report outlines what is known and what remains uncertain.
Western Australia
Convicted murderer challenges custodial rights in prison
A Western Australian case questions inmate welfare as convicted murderer George Marrogi claims his custody rights were breached by 16 months without meaningful human contact.
Rivervale car crash kills woman in Perth home
A woman has died after a vehicle crashed into a house in Rivervale, Perth, late Friday night. Emergency crews remain at the scene as police investigate what happened and any safety implications.
Family warns after heatstroke death at remote WA cattle station
A 27-year-old woman died in a suspected heat-related collapse on a remote cattle station in Western Australia. Her family says they would have tried to intervene if they had understood the risks.
Why it took nine days to declare the Perth invasion-day attack terrorism
Perth’s nine-day delay in declaring the invasion-day incident as terrorism reflects legal thresholds and careful risk assessment, with Indigenous leaders urging clarity.
Wild weather forecast as Tropical Cyclone Mitchell forms off Western Australia coast
Forecasters warn gale winds and heavy rain as Tropical Cyclone Mitchell forms off WA’s north-west coast, tracking along the Pilbara with impacts expected in the next two days.
Why WA police waited days to declare an invasion day bombing a terrorism incident
Western Australia police explain the nine-day delay before classifying an alleged January 26 fragment-bomb attempt as terrorism, amid concerns from Indigenous leaders.
Emergency warning issued as bushfire threatens Perth homes
An emergency bushfire warning is in effect near Perth, threatening homes and prompting authorities to urge residents to monitor alerts and be ready to evacuate if directed.
Doolittle, Lual-Acuil spark Wildcats to tight win over Cairns
Kristian Doolittle poured in a season-best 32 points as the Perth Wildcats edged Cairns at home, lifting Perth to fourth on the NBL ladder amid a tense finish.
Controversy grows as site works begin on Perth Park project
Site works have begun on the Perth Park project, with fencing, temporary offices and vegetation removal marking the start of a contentious riverside redevelopment valued at about $217.5 million.