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Western Australian politicians are facing increasing risks and tensions in their jobs, prompting concerns about their safety and accessibility to constituents. The issue has sparked a national conversation about the challenges faced by MPs and potential solutions.
Archaeologists uncover ancient secrets of WA's Juukan Gorge. Traditional owners are helping to preserve their cultural heritage for future generations.
Premier faces backlash in South Hedland over child protection crisis. Residents demand action and accountability from the government.
Donna Nelson, a 60-year-old grandmother, has returned to Perth after being transferred from a Japanese prison to Western Australia. Her family is ecstatic to have her back home, saying it has "lifted a weight" out of their lives.
WA Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has confirmed he will not attend parliament when it resumes next week, amid allegations of inappropriate conduct towards women. Senator Steele-John has denied the allegations, which are the subject of an independent investigation led by the WA Greens.
A man who allegedly threatened staff at a state MP's office in Perth was known to police, the state's police commissioner has revealed. The incident has prompted renewed calls for a review of security at electorate offices.
A man accused of threatening a local Labor MP has told a court he was holding a musical instrument, not a weapon. The incident has prompted concerns about the safety of politicians and their staff.
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.
Most people purchasing property in Australia pay one of the world's oldest taxes, stamp duty. Research suggests shifting away from the more than 300-year-old tax on property transactions could ease housing affordability and help boost economic activity.
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