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Bruise-free footy banished for State of Origin war

The AFL's biggest stars are promising to put their bodies on the line when Western Australia take on Victoria in a blockbuster State of Origin clash in Perth.

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From the Pocket: AFL Origin fills the February void this year, but then what?

Perth’s Optus Stadium will be full and the scores will be high, despite the fact Victoria v Western Australia doesn’t mean anything

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WA edge Tasmania despite dazzling Webster century

Western Australia have edged their one-day cricket game against Tasmania at the WACA by one wicket despite a magnificent 138 from Test player Beau Webster.

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Banana growers hoping cyclone bends around farming hub

Residents in an isolated agricultural hub are bracing for the arrival of a tropical cyclone that could flatten a banana crop which supplies an entire state.

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Bell rings true for Tasmania in narrow win over WA

Man of the match Gabe Bell's six wickets on the final day has proved the difference in Tasmania 22-run win over Western Australia in the Sheffield Shield.

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Anxious wait for thousands as Cyclone Mitchell looms

Residents along a stretch of Australia's coast preparing for the worst as Tropical Cyclone Mitchell threatens to make landfall.

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That’s a wrasse! Rare fish spotted for first time since 2009 in kelp forest in Western Australia

When marine biologist Océane Attlan saw the tiny Braun’s wrasse, it was like ‘recognising a familiar face, but you can’t put a name on it’

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Silk half-century rescues Tassie before WA bats slump

Tasmania struggled to 239 all out before Western Australia's batsmen slumped as 15 wickets fell on day one of the Sheffield Shield game at the WACA Ground.

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Afternoon Update: Invasion Day terror charge; suspect identified in case of missing four-year-old; and catching a croc in Humpty Doo

Western Australia police have charged a 31-year-old over the alleged attempted bombing of an Invasion Day protest

The Guardian - AU

One family’s ocean paddle almost ended in tragedy. It reminds us coastal weather is notoriously changeable

The extraordinary rescue this week in Geographe Bay, Western Australia has been described as heroic. A 13-year-old boy swam four hours to shore in rough seas after his family was swept far from the beach. This boy’s bravery in raising the alarm is to be commended.

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‘Lots of foreigners on the beach’: Australian teen whose family was swept away in the sea struggled to get help on shore

A 13-year-old Australian boy swam for hours through the sea to get help when his mother and two younger siblings were swept out to sea off the coast of Western Australia.

The Times of India

13-year-old Boy Swims for Hours to Save Family Swept out to Sea

A 13-year-old boy swam for hours through rough ocean waters to get help after his family was swept offshore, leading to a dramatic rescue off Western Australia.

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Boy swims four hours in rough seas to save mother and siblings off Western Australia

The 13-year-old attempted to kayak back to shore to get help, but the vessel took on water, forcing him to swim

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'Paying it forward': sparky honoured at national awards

An electrician whose businesses have created dozens of jobs for Indigenous people has received one of the nation's highest honours.

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Residents brace for heavy rain as Luana heads inland

Residents of Western Australia's north coast are bracing for heavy rain as Cyclone Luana tracks inland, despite the storm running out of steam.

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Coalmine bailout extended on energy security fears

Despite pledging to end support for a debt-laden coalmine in regional Western Australia this year, the premier has relented and thrown it another lifeline.

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Understanding Rope Access and Geotechnical Services in Western Australia

Across Western Australia there is a quiet layer of specialist work that keeps infrastructure safe, mines productive and buildings standing strong.

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Who Is Craig Silvey? Australian Author Arrested Over Paedophilia Allegations—What We Know About the Charges So Far

Children's book author Craig Silvey has been arrested over alleged child exploitation offences.

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The Guardian - AU

Moment Western Australian divers surface to see their boat had disappeared caught in footage

Ryan Chapman and a friend survived 90 minutes in the ocean before being picked up by a passing boat – and carrying on with heir dive

The Guardian - AU

Bargain tickets and barebones carriages: the ins and outs of travelling Australia by train

In Western Australia, fares have been slashed by 50% this year, while children in NSW travel for just $1. But don’t expect a luxurious journey – or a quick one

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WA skipper coming home to play for English county

Western Australia's stalwart skipper Sam Whiteman has been signed up to play for Yorkshire, the county where he was born, over the next three seasons.

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'My main ticket to really getting my name out there' – Sophia Sammons on chasing a chance at home Australian Road National Championships in Perth

After landing on under 23 podium of the time trial and road race in 2025, Western Australian once again looks to utilise rare home advantage to add fuel to pursuit of international career launch

The Independent UK

Remains of missing snorkeller wash ashore in western Australia

Wen ‘Walter’ Ren Gu disappeared while snorkelling with three friends on New Year’s day

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Text Your Crush Who Owns A Pool ‘Cos Four States Will Cop 40 Degree Days Next Week

A hot air mass is set to spread across the states, causing a rise in temperature for Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales.

The Guardian - UK

Weather tracker: Bushfires ravage Western Australia as temperatures soar

Extreme heat follows blazes in New South Wales, while winds plunge Brazil’s largest city into darkness

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