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Western Australian primary school students will have limited screen time in the classroom as part of a new trial aimed at promoting face-to-face teaching and hands-on learning. The 'Back to Basics' program will be piloted in 10 public schools across the state in Term 1, 2027.
Curtin University's vice-chancellor has slammed a proposed merger of three Western Australian universities as a "solution looking for a problem". The WA government's plan has sparked fierce debate, with concerns raised by staff and universities.
Labor frontbencher Kristy McBain is calling on the Reserve Bank to remove bank fees for businesses to use point-of-sale machines. The issue is part of a broader debate on card surcharges, with some small business owners criticizing the ban put in place by the Reserve Bank.
Labor's new digital safety laws face opposition from the Coalition, while the Greens are demanding stronger protections, including the right to seek compensation for algorithmic harms. The laws would require social media and online platforms to take reasonable steps to reduce foreseeable harms for Australians.
Adidas is suing White Fox Boutique for allegedly replicating its trademark three-stripe design with a four-stripe logo. The case could test the limits of Adidas's trademark registration.
A Western Australian energy company is pushing forward with a proposed gas project in the Kimberley region, touting it as a potential solution to the area's reliance on imported energy. The project could meet the region's power demands with locally produced energy for the first time.
A rescue deal has saved two iconic Western Australian dairy brands, Mundella Foods and Margaret River Dairy Company, from liquidation. The brands have been bought by local processor Artisanal Market, which plans to revive yoghurt production near Margaret River.
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.
The Perth Bears' inaugural CEO Anthony De Ceglie is stepping down from his role, the club announced today. Mr De Ceglie was appointed in May 2025 to help establish the team ahead of its entry into the NRL.
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