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PROPERTY CommentsPremiumNew complex to boost housing ahead of mega medical precinct

Proponents of a new proposal to build a seven-storey apartment complex in the western suburbs hope to get community support ahead of plans to transform the area into a mega medical precinct.

Harriet Flinn

MEDICAL EMERGENCYMid-air emergency forces flight out of Australia to turn around

The plane was in the air for an hour before the U-turn.

Bryce Luff

Cray cray!CommentsFrenzy for much sought-after delicacy about to swamp Perth

The hustle and bustle on WA’s coastal waters is about to hit a high as the hysteria for catching a popular seafood hots up and the festive season looms.

Troy de Ruyter

LottoVideoCommentsWA welcomes new instant millionaire after Lotto win

The winning ticket was one of two sold across Australia and continues the State’s Lotto luck.

Troy de Ruyter

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‘Distressing’ anthrax hoax sparks security scare for Premier

A woman has been charged after an anthrax scare locked down a State Government building in the Perth CBD yesterday.

Jessica Evensen and Jessica Page

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Popular Perth party venue reborn as exciting two-level bar

Long-closed Perth CBD venue Tiger Lil’s is to reopen as a bar and rooftop venue this summer, with a ‘fresh, grown-up atmosphere for work and play’.

Simon Collins

Local government Perth council to fly Pride flag without mayor’s support

The Pride flag will be flown outside the City of Bayswater’s administration centre in Morley despite not having the support of the mayor.

Justin Bianchini

Courts & JusticePremium‘She’s been tricked’: Donna Nelson’s daughter gives evidence

The daughter of a Perth woman accused of smuggling ice into Japan has given evidence at her mother’s trial, telling the court her mother was ‘anti-drugs’.

James Carmody

Local governmentPremiumCouncil encouraging locals to put play equipment on verges

The move comes after a resident in a nearby suburb was issued with an enforcement letter to remove play equipment.

Justin Bianchini

ShipshapeCommentsPerth traveller’s $1k well spent after getting sick in Bali

In an age where crowdfunding is all the rage, particularly after tourists have had an ugly mishap, this story about a WA cruise-loving couple comes with a warning worth heeding and a feel-good ending.

Troy de Ruyter

Start saving!CommentsCool Perth suburb where you can buy in less than three years

The trendy suburb has emerged as the easiest area in Australia to get onto the property ladder.

Taylor Renouf

WA NewsPremiumTeen fights for life after motorcycle crash in Perth’s south

Emergency services rushed to the scene after the 18-year-old’s motorbike smashed into a hatchback.

Jessica Evensen

‘Ripest selection’CommentsFremantle nightclub Metropolis to auction iconic carpet

One of Perth’s most recognisable and longstanding nightclubs will auction a piece of its interiors in the name of charity. 

Gabrielle Becerra Mellet

Food for thoughtCommentsThe huge change benefitting WA hospital patients

Hospitals are not the most popular places to be but one massive change has given Aussies at this private health carer’s medical facilities reason to smile.

SEE THE PICSAussie superstar lands in Perth ahead of anticipated concert

The Kid Laroi shied away from cameras after he touched down in Perth ahead of his concert on Wednesday night.

Kellie Balaam

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6PR in crisis: Peter Bell rumoured to return to Perth radio

Rumours about former Fremantle Dockers captain Peter Bell’s next role after leaving the club has emerged.

Dylan Caporn

CRICKET INJURYVideoSenior cricket umpire suffers gruesome injury during match in Perth

‘A straight drive out of the screws hit Tony flush in the side of the face.’

Bryce Luff

Right laneCommentsThe one area where West Aussies are kings of the road

When it comes to driving and road rules, West Aussies have a bad reputation — but there’s one area where we excel. FIND OUT HERE

Troy de Ruyter

The call is outCommentsWinning Perth punter still to claim cool $2.51m prize

The lucky WA owner of a winning Saturday Lotto ticket is still to come forward to claim their whopping prize.

Troy de Ruyter

CRIMEPremiumMan arrested after allegedly stealing $6k copper cable

A 33-year-old man has been charged after allegedly stealing high voltage copper cable worth $6000 and then fleeing police.

Jessica Evensen

CrimeElderly woman seriously injured after carpark assault

An 84-year-old woman is recovering in hospital with serious head injuries after she was allegedly knocked to the ground in the carpark of a fast food restaurant.

Caleb Runciman

Local Makers CommentsLocal market provides answer to best Christmas gifts

As summer begins to kick off so does the Christmas season in Perth, and what better way to spoil your relatives than with something made in WA.

Artemisia Blythe

CrimePremiumFour-hour long police chase ends in man charged

A 28-year-old man has been charged with several dangerous driving offences after a four-hour long police chase through multiple suburbs ended in the yard of a Beckenham home.

Caleb Runciman

PropertyCommentsHistorically affordable Perth suburb smashes $1m home sale

A 40-year-old home in the northern suburbs has sold for $1 million, the highest price ever achieved in a suburb known for its affordability.