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The 38-year-old truck driver who tragically died after his vehicle rolled and burst into flames in the Gascoyne region has been remembered as a “true mate and a loving family man”.

Disaster and EmergencyPremiumTruckie killed in rollover remembered as ‘loving family man’

Paul Hansord tragically died after his vehicle rolled and burst into flames in the Gascoyne region.

Jessica Evensen

Labor candidate for Mid West Jenna Denton and Irwin shire president Mark Leonard at the Port Denison boat harbour.

Foreshore PledgePremiumLabor pledges to upgrade Port Denison marina

WA Labor has pledged to make upgrades to the Port Denison marina foreshore, should it be re-elected to government in 2025.

Matthew Paddick

Billlie Marshall in action for Demons

Water poloDemons continue winning form, earn grand final berths

Geraldton water polo reached its elimination finals stage on Saturday with a mixed and surprise bag of results across the grades

Derek Goforth

The current members of State Parliament in Liberal Merome Beard and National Shane Love are the favourites to take out the new Mid West seat according to experts.

Mid West seatPremiumExperts say Mid West race down to two in ‘battle royal’

Political experts say the newly created Mid West seat will be a interesting watch when voters go to the ballot box, with one sitting member of Parliament set to lose their job. 

Matthew Paddick

Labor has promised funding for Geraldton City Speedway.

Money for motorsportPremiumLabor promises $320k for speedway, karting in Geraldton

Local motorsport enthusiasts are set to be revved up about a $320,000 boost to their clubs if the Cook Labor Government is re-elected on March 8.

Staff reporter

Two charter planes were just seconds from colliding at Geraldton Airport last year in an alarming near-miss, prompting the air safety watchdog to investigate.

Close callPremiumProbe into alarming near-collision at Geraldton Airport

Two charter planes were just seconds from colliding at Geraldton Airport last year in an alarming near-miss, prompting the air safety watchdog to investigate.

Josephine Hingst

Governor-General Sam Mostyn at the HMAS Sydney II War Memorial.

VIP visitPremiumPremiumGovernor-General praises volunteers in visit to Geraldton

Governor-General of Australia Sam Mostyn was a special guest in Geraldton this week, visiting some of the city’s iconic landmarks and meeting dedicated community volunteers.

Johny Narkle is back on the Buccs’ list for season 2025.

Basketball Buccs ready to fire after final recruit locked in for 2025

The Geraldton Buccaneers have officially finalised their squad for the upcoming 2025 NBL1 West season, with the off-season signing of guard Verle Williams locked in.

Stunning Shark Bay is a tourism drawcard.

Visitor valuePremiumPremiumShark Bay Visitor Centre generates $10.4 million

The Denham Shark Bay World Heritage and Discovery Centre has brought in an estimated additonal $10.4 million to the Western Australia economy, according to new research and data from Tourism Council WA.

The lease is available for the Gascoyne Junction Pub and Tourist Park in the shire of Upper Gascoyne.

Pub lifePremiumSearch on for new pub owner in one of WA’s hottest towns

Ever dreamt of an outback change and running a pub in one of the most remote parts of the State?

Josephine Hingst

Kade Barnden was handed a four-year jail term.

COURTS & JUSTICEPremiumStreet-level drug dealer jailed for four years

A 43-year-old street-level drug dealer has been jailed for more than four years for selling meth in a bid to fund his own $2000 a week ice habit and pay back a debt owed to a bikie associate.

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West Coast star Harley Reid and Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell at Tom Barrass Wedding.

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Harley & Sam Mitchell: The pic Eagles fans won’t want to see

It’s a photo that will send chills down the spine of every West Coast fan – Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell sitting next to Eagles star Harley Reid at Tom Barrass’ wedding. SEE THE EXCLUSIVE PHOTO

Craig O'Donoghue

Where do Nat Fyfe, Bailey Williams, Tyrell Dewar and Shai Bolton fit in the round one planning for Fremantle and West Coast?

AFLCommentsPremiumPredicted round 1 teams: Who makes the cut for Freo, Eagles?

Who’s looking the goods to feature in Fremantle and West Coast’s round one line-ups? Based on the latest news and what our reporters have seen at training, here’s our projected sides for five weeks’ time.

Chris Robinson

The entire Albany Racing Club board has resinged amid finacial woes.

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Entire Albany Racing Club board quits after racing suspended

The entire Albany Racing Club board has quit less than 24 hours after racing was suspended at the historic venue because of ‘ongoing financial challenges’.

Hayden King

Kysaiah Pickett says he has told Simon Goodwin he is home sick, but reaffirmed he is contracted at the Demons.

AFL CommentsPremiumPickett responds to reports he wants to play for Freo

Melbourne premiership forward Kysaiah Pickett has responded to The West Australian’s report he wants to play for Fremantle next season, revealing he has told coach Simon Goodwin he is homesick. 

Mitchell Woodcock & Jackson Barrett

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Several grief-stricken friends laid flowers at the spot on Birdwood Parade, Dalkeith, where the 24-year-old suffered fatal injuries on Saturday night.

Dalkeith carnagePremiumDalkeith crash victim was adored by family and friends

Elizabeth Pearce died after the rideshare she had just got into was allegedly struck by Rhys Bellinge’s speeding Jaguar on Birdwood Parade on Saturday.

Jessica Evensen and Caleb Runciman

The crash scene in Dalkeith and, inset, obstetrician Rhys Henry Stone Bellinge.

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Obstetrician accused of fatal Dalkeith crash denied bail

A Perth doctor charged over a horror crash has been refused bail, with a magistrate finding he was at risk of more offending.

Emily Moulton

Victoria Park mayor Karen Vernon has lashed out at the State Government’s plans for a motorplex racetrack at Burswood Park.

State politicsPremiumPremiumVictoria Park mayor slams Burswood Park racetrack plans

Victoria Park mayor Karen Vernon has lashed out at the State Government’s plans for a motorplex racetrack at Burswood Park, claiming the announcement came ‘out of the blue’. 

In tonight’s show Ben Harvey delivers an uncomfortable memo to Arab Australia, after an open letter by peak Muslim groups condemns the outrage over the Sydney nurse’s video.

WATCH VideoCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumThis is a memo for the Arab Australian leadership

In Up Late Ben Harvey delivers an uncomfortable memo to Arab Australia after an open letter by peak Muslim groups condemns the outrage over the Sydney nurse’s video.

Jack Henderson in action for the Eagles on Monday.

AFLVideoCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumPlaying for Eagles one day, signing for Melbourne the next

It’s been an extraordinary 24 hours for Jack Henderson, with the midfielder set to sign for Melbourne just a day after lining up for West Coast in their pre-season opener in Perth.

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Firefighters were quick to control a fire that broke out on Hanrahan Road near the Serpentine Road intersection Tuesday afternoon.

BushfirePremiumAlbany detectives investigate suspicious Mt Melville fire

Albany detectives are appealing for the public’s help in identifying the cause of a suspicious bushfire that ripped through bushland within a few kilometres of Albany’s city centre. 

Melissa Sheil

WA Nationals Warren-Blackwood candidate Bevan Eatts (second from right) pledged $4.85 million to the Boyup Brook recreation centre, alongside Sport and Recreation shadow minister Peter Rundle and community representatives.

funding boostPremiumBoyup Brook community welcomes Nationals WA funding pledge

The WA Nationals have pledged $4.85 million to fund the design and construction of a new multipurpose recreation and evacuation centre for the Boyup Brook community.

Melissa Pedelty

The lease is available for the Gascoyne Junction Pub and Tourist Park in the shire of Upper Gascoyne.

Pub lifePremiumSearch on for new pub owner in one of WA’s hottest towns

Ever dreamt of an outback change and running a pub in one of the most remote parts of the State?

Josephine Hingst

Stunning Shark Bay is a tourism drawcard.

Visitor valuePremiumPremiumShark Bay Visitor Centre generates $10.4 million

The Denham Shark Bay World Heritage and Discovery Centre has brought in an estimated additonal $10.4 million to the Western Australia economy, according to new research and data from Tourism Council WA.

Labor has promised funding for Geraldton City Speedway.

Money for motorsportPremiumPremiumLabor promises $320k for speedway, karting in Geraldton

Local motorsport enthusiasts are set to be revved up about a $320,000 boost to their clubs if the Cook Labor Government is re-elected on March 8.

Agora Livestock values.

BEYOND THE SALEYARDSPremiumPremiumBeyond the Saleyards: WA sheep and lamb remain in oversupply

The WA sheep and lamb market has remained in oversupply for the last week with most major feedlots and processors booked out for the coming months. 

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has secured a deal to pause the implementation of planned tariffs on imports from Canada for at least 30 days.

CNBC newsCommentsTrump pauses tariffs on Canada, Mexico for at least 30 days

President Donald Trump has agreed to pause the implementation of planned tariffs on imports from Canada for at least 30 days, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says.

Dan Mangan

Talk to children in their own terms, according to Singapore-based CEO Gregory Van. Ask: ‘Do you want to spend $100 today on a toy, or have it turn into $200 in 10 years when you are 16?’ he said.

Your MoneyCommentsPremiumHow the mega rich are teaching their kids about money

Talk about money and budgeting early is the advice of wealthy CEOs and founders.

Lucy Handley

US President Donald Trump is pressing ahead with tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.

World NewsCommentsHere’s how Trump’s new tariffs will affect consumers

President Donald Trump has repeatedly discussed imposing tariffs, and the first tranche, on goods from Canada, China and Mexico will begin to take affect this weekend.

Greg Iacurci

DeepSeek claims its R1 outperforms OpenAI’s latest o1 model despite costing a fraction of the price the U.S. AI lab charges for its large language models.

CNBC newsCommentsNot everyone’s convinced about DeepSeek’s AI claims

The assertions about DeepSeek have sparked concerns over the eyewatering sums tech giants are spending on AI — but many experts are urging scepticism.

Ryan Browne and Dylan Butts

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Some of the storm damage in Mundaring. Pictured is what appears to be a home's roof blown off.

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Hills hit by ‘mini-tornado’, thousands without power

Thousands of residents in the Perth Hills are expected to be without power for at least 24 hours after a sudden severe storm uprooted trees and damaged powerlines. 

Caleb Runciman

Bozena Knapinski is on trial in the WA Supreme Court accused of poisoning her ex husband. NewsWire/ Sharon Smith,

CourtPremiumWife added poison to water bottles, court

A woman is on trial accused of trying to poison her husband by adding selenium drops to his drinking water.

Emma Kirk

Authorities have confirmed a highly infectious stomach bug is behind a recent spike in illness reports from people swimming in Moore River.

HealthCommentsCommentsREVEALED: Source behind spike in illness at WA swimming spot

People are being urged to avoid swimming and all other direct water contact activities in the river.

Comanchero kingpin Ray Cilli is in custody in South East Asia, six years after fleeing Australia as police closed in on a meth syndicate he allegedly headed.

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PremiumWanted Perth bikie captured by South East Asian authorities

Fugitive bikie Ray Cilli is in custody in South East Asia, six years after fleeing Australia as police closed in on a meth syndicate he allegedly headed.

Bozena Knapinsk was originally charged with attempted murder.

Courts & JusticePremiumPremium‘Poisoned’ husband’s selenium levels high but not serious

A man who believed his wife was trying to kill him had elevated but not alarming levels of a trace mineral in his system, a toxicologist who tested him has told a court.

Hundreds of people flocked to Lakeside Joondalup to meet iconic television duo Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr.

TVCommentsCrowd celebrates 40 years of iconic TV duo at meet and greet

Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr’s 40 years on air was celebrated by hundreds on Wednesday, with a huge crowd gathering to meet the pair in person.

Oliver Lane