The Latest Breaking News from Perth

WA man to admit some of 400-plus charges

A court has been told a Perth man accused of sexually abusing 24 children will plead guilty to some charges, while others will be discontinued.

AAP · Apr 22, 2022

Prescribed burning near Perth 'critical' to lower bushfire risk but many feel smoke health effects

As state and private landowners take advantage of mild autumn conditions to conduct controlled burns, public health experts warn of the risks posed by smoke and the need to protect lungs.

ABC News · Apr 22, 2022

Perth's rough sleepers left out in the cold during COVID-19 pandemic despite two years of planning

As COVID-19 took hold in Perth, plans to manage the spread of the virus in the city's rough sleeper community fell apart, leaving many without support or a safe place to isolate.

ABC News · Apr 21, 2022

Brian Hughes surpasses his own high expectations with 200th winner of the season

Brian Hughes said he was "very proud" to reach 200 winners on the Donald McCain-trained Dreams Of Home at Perth. The champion jockey was cheered in by a huge crowd

Daily Mirror · Apr 20, 2022

Perth to host weekend of music, classic cars, world culture and dance for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Weekend in June

To mark 70 years of service by Her Majesty The Queen and the return of large in-person events to the streets of Perth, there is a fully-packed weekend of fun and family friendly entertainment running from Thursday, June 2 to Sunday, June 5

Daily Record · Apr 20, 2022

Slam Tent Edinburgh cancelled as Hopetoun House music event moved to Otherlands Festival

The event had been due to be held at Hopetoun House at the end of this month, however organisers have told ticketholders the Slam Tent has been moved to a festival in Perth.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 20, 2022

Horse racing tips for Perth plus Warwick, Chelmsford, Warwick and Taunton

It's another big day at Scone Palace with the action from Perth the highlight of Thursday's racing and our man Garry Owen has picked out his best bets.

Daily Record · Apr 20, 2022

Former Esther Foundation residents claim they faced mistreatment and abuse as facility enters voluntary administration

More than 20 women have come forward with allegations about their time at the Esther Foundation rehab facility, sparking questions about whether federal and state governments did enough to vet the organisation before investing millions of dollars in it.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2022

The George licensee Vinod Parihar faces jail term after pleading guilty to COVID-breaching 'secret' NYE party

The licensee of The George bar in Perth's CBD faces jail or a $50,000 fine after admitting revellers breached COVID restrictions at a "secret" NYE party.

ABC News · Apr 20, 2022

Arrest warrant granted for man who walked out of Perth Sheriff Court before his case called to go shopping

Sean Downs (33) previously pled guilt to charges stating he drove an Audi without insurance along various main streets in the city at excessive speeds last October while he was almost two-and-a-half times the drink drive limit

Daily Record · Apr 19, 2022