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Sussan Ley is set to attack Labor for its high government spending in a key speech outline the Coalition’s economic agenda. Chris Kidd/ NewsWire

newsPremiumAussies too ‘dependent’ on handouts: Ley

The Opposition Leader will say Australia must move “time of dependency to empowerment,” while attacking Labor for its rampant spending in a major policy speech.

Jessica Wang

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newsPremiumCall to stop Aussie start-ups going overseas

Aussie start-ups are being canvassed for ideas to stop burgeoning businesses from going overseas, with unis also urged to up their game.

Jessica Wang

The biofuel can be made from feed stocks like canola, sugar, sorghum and tallow. NewsWire/ Daniel Pockett

newsPremium$1.1bn bid to create clean biofuels

Australia could become a leader in creating an essential product for heavy-emitting planes, ships and trucks, with Labor’s $1.1bn move welcomed by industry.

Jessica Wang

Lift technicians across NSW are refusing to turn up to work as part of union action after a breakdown in pay negotiations with a multinational employer. Zizi Averill

NEWSPremiumWhat you need to know before heading to work

Office workers may face issues with union technicians refusing to turn up, potentially leaving key equipment out of order.

Thomas Henry

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NEWSUrgent appeal for lifesaving blood donations

The Red Cross is calling on Aussies to donate blood amid record demand and a national shortage of the lifesaving product.

Thomas Henry

Krystal Prunster, Lucia Edwards and Hayley Mickle at the Michelle Parsons Awards Night.

Netball awardsPremiumIN PICTURES: Netball stars step out in style at 2025 awards

The stars of the Albany Netball Association glammed up on Saturday night for the annual Michelle Parsons Awards, honouring the glittering players of the court.

Melissa Sheil

Ms Rishworth says “there are still too many who are not gaining the economic and social benefits that employment brings”. NewsWire / David Geraghty

EXCLUSIVEPremiumDisengaged Aussies to fill 2m new jobs

Employment Minister Amanda Rishworth is set to lay down the government’s plan to tap unemployed Australians to fill a whopping 2 million new jobs over the decade.

Thomas Henry

This property in Mira Mar was named home of the year in the HIA Great Southern Housing Awards.

Home sweet homePremiumMira Mar house with lake views named 2025 home of the year

A two-storey house in Albany’s Mira Mar has been named home of the year in the 2025 HIA Great Southern Housing Awards presented by Wespine

Claire Middleton

Jacquie Happ, Cindy Nasato, Jim Davies, Mel Jarman and Susan Montinari at Margaret River Region Open Studios launch event.

GalleryPremiumMargaret River Region Open Studios starts with art party

Margaret River Region Open Studios has officially kicked off launching the event with a sell out art party at Clairault Streicker Wines. 

Craig Duncan

Southerners' Dane Swan breaks clear of congestion.

FOOTBALLPremiumLSWFL boss happy with evenly matched 2025 season

This year’s Lower South West Football League competition was some of the most evenly matched footy in recent years, according to operations manager Berend Kaaks. 

Amber Lilley

A kite's-eye view of artist Leon Pericles and festival organiser Elizabeth Reed.

night visionPremiumGracetown Kite Festival takes to the air

Organisers of this year’s Gracetown Kite Festival are gearing up for the most spectacular celebration yet.

Warren Hately

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updatedPremium‘Isolated’: Wong’s Israel call after report

Australia’s foreign minister has spoken after a United Nations inquiry handed down damning findings of Israel’s military action in Gaza.

Thomas Henry

Former 2GB host and Wallabies coach Alan Jones has been hit with five fresh charges . NewsWire / Nikki Short

CrimePremiumAlan Jones hit with more charges

Former broadcaster Alan Jones has been hit with more indecent assault charges as he prepares to face court again this week.

Emma Kirk

Missing man Corey Feehan.

Missing PersonPremiumDesperate WA family organise search for missing fisherman

The family of a Mid West man missing for almost five months is desperate for answers, so much so they have organised a community search for clues, using canine trackers, this weekend.

Stuart Quinn

Australia’s sharemarket rose on a quiet day of trading. NewsWire / Jeremy Piper

financePremiumASX gains as oil prices rocket higher

Australian shares have climbed higher as escalating Ukraine-Russia tensions lifted the price of oil, while investor caution remained ahead of potential rate cuts.

Cameron Micallef

Joe Marino, Andy Fry, Baz Barret, Chris Obst and Scott Laurie are Jacknife who are combining with 40 Kays Out to commemorate the 50th anniversary of AC/DC’s concert at Katanning town hall.

Rock ‘n’ RollPremiumKatanning set to celebrate AC/DC concert’s 50th anniversary

Flares and air guitars will be the order of the day as the 1970s roar back to life in Katanning with an AC/DC tribute on the 50th anniversary of the band’s concert in the town hall.

Claire Middleton

The price of groceries will permanently be higher. NewsWire / Monique Harmer

MoneyPremiumGrocery bills won’t shrink anytime soon: RBA

The Reserve Bank’s assistant governor says Australian households are improving financially, but warns the higher cost of living is here to stay.

Cameron Micallef

Police, including forensics, at the scene on Hampton Road in Northampton

crimePremiumHomicide investigation launched after man found dead

Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a 69-year-old man in the Mid West.

Shannon Hampton

Emergency services were called to Torndirrup National Park to rescue a injured hiker who fell on the Bald Head track on Tuesday afternoon. Laurie Benson

HIKER FALLPremiumCrews rescuing injured hiker from Bald Head trail

Emergency services have been called to Torndirrup National Park to rescue an injured hiker who fell on a remote walking trail on Tuesday afternoon

Melissa Sheil

A PSPA was declared at 1.42pm after a vehicle crashed near the Canoona Speed Farm before the occupants fled on foot and are believed to be hiding in the area. The boundaries encompass a 2-kilometre radius of where the incident occurred on Kunwarara Road (Bruce Highway), north of Raspberry Creek Road. Image: QPS

BREAKINGManhunt underway near major highway

A dramatic police operation is underway after suspects fled on foot following a high-speed crash on a major regional highway, leading to a warning to people in the area.

Andrew Hedgman

Wallabies Andrew Kellaway, Fraser McReight and Allan Alaalatoa.

Wine with WallabiesPremiumLocal winery partners with the Wallabies

A Margaret River winery announced its partnership with the national rugby team and will soon host an all-star wine paired lunch

Yousuf Shameel

The workshop participants at the workshop in Geraldton on September 15.

Future ProofingPremiumNew aquaculture future proofing program rolls out

In an initiative to future proof the regional aquaculture industry from the impacts of climate change, a new educational program will make its way to Manjimup to build knowledge and skills.

Yousuf Shameel

Member for Fremantle Simone McGurk makes an announcement about the results of the 2025 WA Student Assistance Payment at John Curtin College of the Arts

Art GalleriesPremiumArt facilities in Manjimup to receive funding for upgrades

A major investment from the State Government will assist two art facilities in Manjimup with essential upgrades.

Yousuf Shameel

Minor Gold members Dan Parsons and Tracy McNeil.

Live MusicPremiumQueensland duo heads to South West for first WA tour

A Queensland-based singer-songwriting duo gears up for their first tour in WA when they will perform three shows in the South-West region.

Yousuf Shameel