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The Australian government has stepped in to fund the maintenance and safety of an abandoned oil platform off the coast of Western Australia, with taxpayers initially footing the bill. The move comes after the collapse of the platform's owners left locals concerned about the impact on nearby crayfishing grounds.
Former Western Australian Premier Mark McGowan is tipped to join the board of Southern Cross Media Group, a move that raises integrity concerns given his influential position as former premier. The appointment comes after a merger with Seven West Media, a company controlled by billionaire Kerry Stokes.
The City of Perth's CEO Michelle Reynolds has been sacked amid ongoing governance concerns and an investigation by the local government watchdog. Reynolds was suspended from her job in May and has vowed to appeal the decision.
Three councillors from the Shire of Coorow have resigned after the sudden termination of the CEO's contract, citing a loss of confidence in the remaining council. The CEO, Mia Maxfield, was sacked without warning after six years in the role.
The competition watchdog has blocked the sale of WA's largest insurer, RAC WA, to Sydney-based IAG, citing concerns it would reduce competition and drive up premiums. The decision marks a significant setback for the $1.35 billion deal.
Quest Apartment Hotels has advised customers affected by a data breach in August to replace their passports and driver's licences after its investigation revealed additional information had been leaked. The breach exposed sensitive customer information, including passports, driver's licences, and credit card numbers with CVV numbers.
The Australian share market started higher after Wall Street's AI stocks surged, pushing the tech-heavy Nasdaq index to a new record high. Oil prices fell to their lowest level since early September on investors' renewed hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough to end the US-Iran war.
Interstate footy fans are flocking to Melbourne for the AFL grand final, with two pubs becoming unofficial embassies for travelling Fremantle and Brisbane fans. The city's economy is expected to reap the benefits, with the grand final weekend potentially generating up to $75 million in economic activity.
Thousands of Fremantle Dockers fans are making the 3,000-kilometre journey across the Nullarbor to attend Saturday's AFL grand final in Melbourne. Despite rising fuel prices, fans are undeterred and eager to support their team.
Nick Daicos has won his first Brownlow Medal, a moment that was 'a relief' for the young Collingwood star after years of being tipped to claim the honour. Daicos, just 23 years old, has cemented his position as one of the greatest players in the league.
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