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A global shortage of natural feathers caused by devastating avian influenza outbreaks has sent the price of badminton shuttlecocks soaring. Local clubs and retailers are facing tough choices as high-quality equipment becomes increasingly unaffordable.
Men's world number one Jannik Sinner has avoided a doping suspension after an independent tribunal cleared him of fault for two positive tests in March. While his coach Darren Cahill has staunchly defended the Italian star, rivals including Nick Kyrgios have lashed out at the controversial ruling.
The mother of late West Coast Eagles premiership player Adam Hunter has slammed the AFL following a recent phone call from a senior league executive, accusing the organization of failing to protect players from devastating brain injuries.
A major 48-hour strike at BHP's Port Hedland operations has concluded, leaving unions and the mining giant locked in a dispute over the industrial action's true economic impact. Both sides are now preparing for crucial arbitration talks next week in a bid to resolve the long-running dispute.
A major industrial dispute has escalated at Port Hedland as BHP workers walk off the job for a second day. The stand-off has raised concerns over economic impacts in the Pilbara region as unions and management lock horns over pay and working conditions.
A massive 48-hour strike at the world's largest bulk export port has commenced, threatening multi-million dollar losses for BHP and the West Australian government. The industrial action marks a major escalation in the months-long dispute over wages and working conditions.
A groundbreaking real-time facial recognition trial by WA Police has scanned over 130,000 citizens, drawing sharp criticism from legal experts and privacy watchdogs over potential racial bias and lack of oversight.
A major police operation in Western Australia's far north has resulted in the arrest of nine boys following a series of early-morning break-ins. Authorities have recovered several stolen vehicles and are emphasizing the importance of community vigilance and regional youth diversion programs.
Aleesha Gilmore, who was acquitted of the murder of Cassius Turvey, has avoided prison after breaching her suspended sentence with a driving offence. The Chief Justice ruled that immediate imprisonment would be unjust, urging her to remain on the straight and narrow.
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