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A recent review of Seven West Media's corporate culture has uncovered widespread allegations of sexism, bullying, and harassment. The review, conducted by independent consultancy Interchange, was completed in July 2024 but has not been made public.
A West Australian grandmother is facing a $100,000 bill to return home after a horrific fall down stairs at a Bali restaurant. Estelle Ravenscroft, 79, broke both her legs in the fall and is being treated in a local hospital.
Northern Territory Senator Jacinta Nampijinpa Price is calling for a change in the culture of child protection in Australia after a review found extensive failings by the Department of Children and Families. The review made 45 recommendations to improve the child protection system.
A 40-year-old cyclist has died after being struck by a vehicle in Perth's south, with police now searching for the driver involved in the apparent hit-and-run incident. The incident occurred on North Lake Road in Bibra Lake around 5:20am on Tuesday.
Western Australian politicians are speaking out about the increasingly hostile political landscape in the state, following a violent attack on a federal MP. The incident has sparked a conversation about the limited options available to address the growing threat level facing public figures.
Greens leader David Shoebridge has called for Senator Jordon Steele-John to take personal leave amid allegations against him, despite the senator denying any wrongdoing. The WA senator has revealed the allegations in an open letter, accusing factional rivals of trying to damage his election prospects.
A Labor victory in the next election could be its own undoing if the party fails to plan carefully, according to some analysts. History has shown that unexpected election wins can lead to complacency and a decline in popularity.
Collingwood AFLW captain Ruby Schleicher will leave the Magpies at the end of the season to return to her native Western Australia. Schleicher has played 82 games for Collingwood since joining in 2017 and has been offered a four-year contract with the West Coast Eagles.
St Kilda AFL player Charlie Banfield has been involved in an incident where he accidentally ran over a close friend with a car on a private property in Western Australia. The injured person is expected to make a "swift and full" recovery, according to the club.
Australia looks to build on its first Test victory over South Africa in the second Test match in Gqeberha. Scott Boland's impressive seam bowling has given Australia an early breakthrough, but the rain has been a significant factor in the match so far.
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