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Smoke to blanket Perth tomorrow

The plume of smoke from two bushfires in the South-West will continue to blanket Perth this evening and tomorrow morning, the Department of Environment and Conservation warns.
December 15, 2009, 4:08 pm
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Transperth bus burns in suburbs

A driver was forced to flee from a Transperth bus when it burst into flames in Yokine this afternoon throwing a quiet suburban street into disarray.
December 15, 2009, 3:44 pm

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Gov't wants right to sack public servants

The State Government would have the power to sack idle public servants who have been on a redeployment list for more than 12 months under a proposal revealed today.
December 15, 2009, 3:06 pm
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Aussie plans up in the air as Smith heads to Perth

UPDATE: Australia's plans for the third Test against the West Indies were up in the air today after they decided to fly NSW all-rounder Steve Smith to Perth as cover for Nathan Hauritz.
December 15, 2009, 2:16 pm

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Controversial internet filtering goes ahead

The Rudd Government has introduced controversial mandatory internet filtering, which it says will improve the public's safety online.
December 15, 2009, 1:59 pm

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Whalers, conservationists clash in Southern Ocean

Whalers and conservationists have clashed for the first time on this summer’s hunt in the Southern Ocean when a Japanese vessel fired water cannon at Sea Shepherd flagship the Steve Irwin.
December 15, 2009, 12:28 pm

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$8m boost for national tourism

The Federal Government announced a new strategy today which would focus on developing infrastructure and reducing skill shortages in the tourism industry.
December 15, 2009, 12:12 pm
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Domestic violence spikes during festive season

Domestic violence reports rise up to 20 per cent over Christmas and New Year police say.
December 15, 2009, 11:44 am
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$50m upgrade for Christmas Island

The Federal Government will spend more than $50 million upgrading basic infrastructure at Christmas Island as the territory struggles to cope with the surge of asylum seekers.
December 15, 2009, 11:34 am

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Cyclone Laurence approaches Kalumburu

Residents in or near the communities of Kuri Bay and Mitchell Plateau are bracing for powerful winds and damaging rain as Category 3 tropical cyclone Laurence approaches.
December 15, 2009, 10:58 am
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Smoke haze prompts health warning

The Asthma Foundation of WA is warning people with respiratory illnesses to stay indoors as much as possible and avoid air-conditioning units which use outside air.
December 15, 2009, 10:19 am
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Double-dipping really is that bad

It's time for the annual holiday binge of office parties, neighbourhood gatherings and cocktail hours.
December 15, 2009, 9:30 am

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Chevron upbeat on new gas find

A new offshore gas discovery could extend the life of the giant Gorgon project, its operators say.
December 15, 2009, 9:15 am
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Marriage is good for you, study shows

Getting married is good for you, according a New Zealand-led international study of nearly 35,000 people across 15 countries.
December 15, 2009, 9:04 am

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Delay whale action against 'Japanese mates'

Australia owes it to Japan as mates not to take legal action on whaling just yet, the Federal Government says.
December 15, 2009, 8:59 am
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Police hunt Bindoon attacker

Police are hunting a man who allegedly indecently assaulted a 15-year-old girl as she was walking near shops in Bindoon.
December 15, 2009, 8:53 am

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Police probe boat thefts

Police believe one of two boats stolen from Perth's southern suburbs in September may be in the Peel region.
December 15, 2009, 8:18 am

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Wong hints at climate compromise

Australia has hinted at a compromise on one of the biggest stumbling blocks to a deal at Copenhagen - the future of the Kyoto protocol.
December 15, 2009, 8:00 am
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Firefighters battling bushfires south of Perth

More than 100 firefighters are still battling two blazes that are raging in the States's south this morning, with one coming within 5km of a property in the Harvey/Dwellingup area.
December 15, 2009, 7:41 am

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Jandakot blocks for sale in airport 'danger zone'

Real estate agents are selling blocks next to Australia's busiest airport and describing them as a private sanctuary which delivers an attractive lifestyle.
December 15, 2009, 6:58 am

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