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WA farm deaths spark work safety inquiry

Western Australia's WorkSafe commissioner will investigate the rising number of work-related deaths across the state's farming sector.

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Inquiry launched into spate of agriculture-related deaths in Western Australia

Western Australia's safety authority has announced an inquiry into the agriculture sector following a series of farm-related deaths.

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Former WAIS gymnasts receive state government apology over abuse and 'unacceptable conduct'

The WA government apologises to gymnasts who suffered alleged abuse and mistreatment while taking part in the Western Australian Institute of Sport's women's artistic gymnastics program over a period of 28 years.

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ACF bid to halt Scarborough gas project

The Australian Conservation Foundation has asked a court to halt progress on the Scarborough gas project off Western Australia until reef impacts are assessed.

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No quick fix to WA health worker shortage

Midwives, theatre nurses and junior doctors remain in short supply in Western Australia as the state competes to attract healthcare workers.

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Final Senate results: Labor, the Greens and David Pocock will have a majority of senators

The final buttons to electronically distribute preferences for the Senate were pressed in NSW, Victoria and Western Australia on Monday. I wrote about the distribution of preferences in Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania on Saturday, and the climate activist’s David Pocock’s ACT Senate victory on Tuesday.

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‘Fluffy’ crab that wears a sponge as a hat discovered in Western Australia

Family found a Lamarckdromia beagle specimen washed up on the beach in Denmark in southern WA

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More unrest at troubled WA juvenile prison

Children at Western Australia's trouble-plagued Banksia Hill prison are breaking walls and smashing property, officials have told a parliamentary hearing.

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Religious women set up some of Australia's first schools, but their history remains veiled

In a wealthy country like Australia, a time with no government schools seems unimaginable. But back in the 1840s, when the Sisters of Mercy opened the first seconadary school in Western Australia, there were only a few tiny private schools. Many children, particularly girls, received no formal education.

The Conversation

Where to watch humpback whales and southern right whales in Australia during winter

Welcome to whale season. Get to know these iconic visitors from the Southern Ocean, meet the people who study them, and find out how you can become a citizen scientist.

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WA projects face delays, cost blowouts

Major state government infrastructure projects in Western Australia have experienced cost blowouts and delays, an audit has found.

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WA urged not to delay on renewable energy

Western Australia faced looming shortfalls in its power supply capacity even before the state government committed to phasing out coal, a new report says.

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Want a solution for the energy crisis gripping Australia's east? Look west

You can thank Margaret Thatcher for the gas supply crunch Australia’s east coast has been plunged into. As UK prime minister, Thatcher led the charge to kick the government out of the economy and allow the market to rule. In Australia, governments took up the idea with enthusiasm through deregulation…

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WA parliament passes conviction appeal law

Western Australia's parliament has passed new legislation providing a further avenue of appeal for people convicted of serious crimes.

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BP Purchases 40% Stake In Green Hydrogen Project In Australia

BP plc (NYSE:BP) is acquiring the largest stake in a vast solar, wind, and green hydrogen project in Western Australia that will cost more than $30 billion to develop, reported Financial Times. The energy company stated that it has agreed to buy 40.5% of the Asian Renewable Energy Hub, which it will…

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WA warns east coast to set up gas reserves

Power supply jitters and rising electricity costs in the eastern states are being watched closely in Western Australia, which has avoided the emergency.

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International students return to Western Australia, but COVID chaos remains

As Western Australia's international education sector begins to recover, some are questioning whether a COVID-inhibited student experience is still worth the up-front cost.

The Conversation

Curious Kids: why do frilled sharks look more like sea snakes?

Why do frilled sharks look more like sea snakes? – Will, age 6, Darlington, Western Australia

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Western Australia to shut state-owned coal plants by 2030

Mark McGowan says state’s two remaining coal-fired power stations are becoming less viable due to rise of renewable energy

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Synergy coal power stations including Muja to close as WA Government prioritises renewable energy

Western Australia's government calls time on its involvement in coal power, declaring the state will exit the market before 2030 and plough billions of dollars into renewable energy and storage.

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WA police deputy Blanch to lead force

Western Australia's deputy police chief will take on the top job next month when current commissioner Chris Dawson is sworn in as governor.

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WA Police deputy Col Blanch named new commissioner, replacing Chris Dawson

Col Blanch is appointed as Western Australia's next police commissioner and will take the helm next month when Chris Dawson departs his post to become the state's governor.

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How much are power prices increasing by? Why are they going up? What can I do to save on electricity?

We're all bracing for higher electricity prices to kick in from July 1, but just how steep the increase will be depends on which state or territory you're in.

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Golf 'opening up to everybody' as WA's local champions like Minjee Lee inspire young players

Western Australia swings above its weight in the international golfing arena, and its success is being attributed to a strong culture of junior development.

AAP

WA regulators back Blackstone's Crown bid

Western Australia's gaming regulators have signed off on the $8.9 billion takeover of Crown Resorts by US private equity giant Blackstone.

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