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Worst WA killers to remain behind bars
The worst serial killers in Western Australia would lose the right to parole under legislation set to go before state parliament.
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Construction worker dies after falling into trench despite desperate efforts to save him
The man was working at a Perth construction site when he fell about three metres into a trench that was filled with dirt and water.
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Worksafe investigates second worker death
Worksafe will investigate the death of a construction worker on a Perth construction site, the second workplace death in WA this week.
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Bushfire threat downgraded in WA's north
A bushfire that was threatening homes in Western Australia's north has been downgraded with firefighters starting to gaining the upper hand.
NewsAustralian Associated PressUltra-rare mineral found in WA crater
A West Australian student has discovered a rare mineral while reviewing old drill core samples from what may be the nation's biggest meteorite impact crater.
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Worker dies in Perth trench collapse
A worker has died after being trapped in a water-filled trench in Perth just one day after a tree lopper was killed on the job in rural WA.
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WA detective accused of arrest assault
A 27-year-old detective has been charged with assault over an arrest in regional Western Australia.
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WA woman banned from financial services
ASIC has permanently banned a Perth woman from providing financial services and credit activities after she made unauthorised payments of almost $1.15 million.
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WA's $1.3b native title claim registered
A $1.3 billion native title settlement in Western Australia has been accepted for registration but will only begin after all legal proceedings are exhausted.
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WA man admits role in kangaroo attack
One of four men charged with animal cruelty offences after two kangaroos were tortured and killed in WA has pleaded guilty.
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'We are broken right now': Family crushed by tree while camping reveal trauma
A young family seriously injured when a huge tree crushed their tent while they were asleep have shared the trauma of the freak accident that put their baby in intensive care and killed their dog.
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WA contractor to fight union legal action
A Perth construction contracting company is fighting legal action launched by the CFMEU over the alleged underpayment of a young "backpacker" worker.
NewsAustralian Associated PressPlans for elephants to leave Perth Zoo
Elephants will be moved out of Perth Zoo after beloved matriarch Tricia dies, but there are no immediate concerns for the health of the 61-year-old animal.
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Fears new airport rule will create massive problems
The proposed laws would give police at ‘major’ airports new powers.
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Killer refuses to read impact statements from victim's family
A man who viciously assaulted a gay lover, set fire to his apartment and left him for dead has refused to read the impact statements written by the victim's family.
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Mum bitten by snake on popular Australian beach
A Perth mother has been rushed to hospital after a snake latched onto her foot at a popular metropolitan beach.
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How common household product saved 'miracle' premature baby's skin
A popular superfood has helped give a premature Perth baby, born at just 23 weeks, a chance of a 'miracle' survival.
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Cancer scammer leaves two heartbroken men 'thousands' out of pocket
Two men fell in love with the same woman, supporting her through 'treatment' for an illness she didn't have.
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Lives under threat from WA bushfire
A watch and act alert has been issued for an unpredictable and out-of-control bushfire in Western Australia's north, which was sparked by lightning.
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WA arsonist killer refuses to hear victims
A man who viciously bashed his gay lover then set his Perth apartment ablaze after becoming enraged over a taxi fare has refused to read victim statements.
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WA woman fined $5000 for dog cruelty
A Perth woman has been fined and banned from having contact with animals for three years after she was convicted of animal cruelty.
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WA worksite death 'not suspicious': police
The homicide squad has determined the death of a 68-year-old man at a Perth work site is not suspicious.
NewsAustralian Associated PressEx-MP Urban avoids arrest, faces WA court
Former WA MP Barry Urban has faced court charged with 12 fraud offences, including giving false evidence before a parliamentary committee.
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More child abuse charges for WA ex-priest
A former Catholic priest in Perth, now aged 83, faces 16 charges in total after he allegedly sexually and physically assaulted girls and boys over 25 years.
