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A 21-year-old student doctor has pleaded not guilty to speeding down a WA highway at more than 250 kilometres per hour in a luxury car. The young man, Auday Faris Dawood Alaswad, appeared in Bunbury Magistrates Court today charged with reckless driving and failing to identify the person in charge of a vehicle.
A Perth woman has been charged with endangering the life of a colleague after allegedly putting poisonous snail pellets in her curry. The incident occurred in February at a workplace in Oldbury, south-east of Perth.
A speed camera operator has been charged with reckless driving after allegedly performing a dangerous overtaking manoeuvre in WA's Wheatbelt region. The incident has prompted police to remind drivers to exercise caution when overtaking heavy vehicles.
A convoy of vintage cars has completed an eight-day journey from Perth to Bullara Station, aiming to raise awareness about the mental health challenges faced by farmers in Western Australia. The event, organised by Dan Sutherland, brought together a group of car enthusiasts who drove iconic 40 series LandCruisers through the Wheatbelt and Gascoyne regions.
BHP is cutting around 300 jobs across its iron ore mines in Western Australia's Pilbara region. The mining giant says the move is aimed at ensuring the business can continue to make a significant contribution to the region and the state.
WA's gas supply is under threat, with a looming shortfall predicted for 2030. The Browse gas fields, a major untapped resource, have sparked a heated debate between Woodside and environmental activists.
The International Monetary Fund has upgraded its global growth forecast, citing strong investment in AI as a major reason for its better outlook. Meanwhile, cosmetic brand Lush will not be continuing the leases of all its stores in Westfield shopping centres.
Australia took a 1-0 series lead against South Africa with a dominant 214-run victory on day five at Kingsmead. The Proteas lost their last four wickets for just five runs to be bowled out for 206.
Australia is on the brink of victory in the first Test against South Africa after a dominant batting performance on day four. Matt Renshaw's 82 runs and Pat Cummins' quick 32 from 12 deliveries have put Australia in a strong position.
Australia takes control of the Durban Test with Steve Smith's incredible fielding and disciplined bowling effort. The Proteas face an uphill battle after being bowled out for 284 in their first innings.
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