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A former German police officer on a working holiday in Broome says she no longer feels safe after being cornered, pelted with rocks, and filmed by a group of local teenagers. The victim has also criticized the local police's initial response to the violent assault.
A local East Victoria Park business owner is taking a stand against the Public Transport Authority, claiming Metronet construction works cost him $250,000 and nearly forced his store to close. Joe Mahon says the prolonged road closures and traffic chaos decimated his customer base and wiped out years of steady growth.
Despite aggressive push from state and federal governments to establish a domestic battery processing sector, leading Australian lithium miners warn that high operating costs are making local refining unviable. Industry giants are instead turning to overseas partnerships to process critical minerals, casting doubt on Australia's downstream manufacturing ambitions.
As the federal government tightens migration rules and hikes salary thresholds, regional small businesses are struggling to retain essential international staff. In the tiny South West town of Balingup, one cafe owner's battle to keep a beloved worker highlights the growing divide between metropolitan policy and country realities.
Stunning drone footage captured in Western Australia has revealed a dolphin mother mourning her deceased calf for an unprecedented 11 days. The rare and emotional observation offers researchers a profound look into the complex inner lives of marine mammals.
A prestigious South Perth private school has suspended several students after they targeted a classmate with antisemitic memes and language in a private chat. The incident has sparked strong condemnation from WA Premier Roger Cook.
Western Australian Environment Minister Matthew Swinbourn has defended a quiet update to FOGO bin guidelines that bans previously accepted items like pizza boxes and tea bags. The changes have sparked concern among local councils and residents over conflicting instructions and reduced rubbish collections.
The Perth Bears have taken a major step toward their 2027 NRL entry, revealing their inaugural playing strip at the WACA and securing key salary cap concessions to lure elite talent.
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir has dismissed suggestions that Saturday's blockbuster clash with Melbourne is a Grand Final dress rehearsal. He also backed assistant Jaymie Graham to remain focused despite looming head coaching offers.
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