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Police a questioning a man over the death of Darlene Neilsen in Port Kennedy
Police a questioning a man over the death of Darlene Neilsen in Port Kennedy
Perth 6000
Posted August 19, 2008 21:44:00 Updated August 19, 2008 21:44:00
The housing sector is forecasting a significant slump in the number of new homes being built.
The housing sector is forecasting a significant slump in the number of new homes being built.
Perth 6000
Posted August 19, 2008 21:36:00 Updated August 19, 2008 21:36:00
The WA Nationals have agreed to give preferences to the Liberal Party.
The WA Nationals have agreed to give preferences to the Liberal Party.
Perth 6000
Posted August 19, 2008 07:14:00 Updated August 19, 2008 10:26:00
Accused war criminal Charles Zentai walks into a Perth court to fight extradition attempts.
Accused war criminal Charles Zentai walks into a Perth court to fight extradition attempts.
Perth 6000
Posted August 18, 2008 17:44:00 Updated August 18, 2008 18:03:00
The Labor Party and the Liberal Party unveil their latest election policies.
The Labor Party and the Liberal Party unveil their latest election policies.
Perth 6000
Posted August 18, 2008 07:50:00 Updated August 18, 2008 07:50:00
MP Anthony Fels reveals what he saw in a security video of the Claremont serial killer investigation.
MP Anthony Fels reveals what he saw in a security video of the Claremont serial killer investigation.
Perth 6000
Posted August 18, 2008 07:29:00 Updated August 18, 2008 07:29:00
Police are preparing to release video footage of a man who may have vital evidence in the hunt for the Claremont serial killer.
Police are preparing to release video footage of a man who may have vital evidence in the hunt for the Claremont serial killer.
Claremont 6010
Posted August 15, 2008 20:54:00 Updated August 15, 2008 20:54:00
The Labor Party has unveiled the start of its negative election campaign advertising.
The Labor Party has unveiled the start of its negative election campaign advertising.
Perth 6000
Posted August 15, 2008 20:21:00 Updated August 15, 2008 20:21:00
The Liberal Party is promising to introduce mandatory jail terms for people who attack police and public officers.
The Liberal Party is promising to introduce mandatory jail terms for people who attack police and public officers.
Perth 6000
Posted August 14, 2008 20:05:00 Updated August 14, 2008 20:07:00
Labor's handling of the Varnaus Island gas explosion is threatening to overshadow its election campaign.
Labor's handling of the Varnaus Island gas explosion is threatening to overshadow its election campaign.
Perth 6000
Posted August 14, 2008 19:51:00 Updated August 14, 2008 20:26:00
The Prime Minister has made a whirlwind trip to Perth to help Labor in the state election
The Prime Minister has made a whirlwind trip to Perth to help Labor in the state election
Perth 6000
Posted August 13, 2008 18:57:00 Updated August 13, 2008 22:38:00
DNA Technology has helped solve a 91-year-old World War 1 mystery
DNA Technology has helped solve a 91-year-old World War 1 mystery
Perth 6000
Posted August 13, 2008 18:53:00 Updated August 13, 2008 21:45:00
Whale researchers in WA are calling for a unique whale breeding ground to be protected.
Whale researchers in WA are calling for a unique whale breeding ground to be protected.
Unknown
Posted August 13, 2008 07:57:00 Updated August 13, 2008 07:57:00
The State Government denies a cover-up over the Apache Energy gas explosion.
The State Government denies a cover-up over the Apache Energy gas explosion.
Perth 6000
Posted August 12, 2008 20:47:00 Updated August 12, 2008 20:47:00
The Premier has backed away from reforming retail trading hours.
The Premier has backed away from reforming retail trading hours.
Perth 6000
Posted August 12, 2008 19:53:00 Updated August 12, 2008 21:03:00
One of the world's biggest whale nurseries has been discovered off the Kimberley coast.
One of the world's biggest whale nurseries has been discovered off the Kimberley coast.
Perth 6000
Posted August 12, 2008 13:36:00 Updated August 12, 2008 13:36:00
Perth lawyer Josephine Pepe escapes a jail term for trying to pervert the course of justice.
Perth lawyer Josephine Pepe escapes a jail term for trying to pervert the course of justice.
Perth 6000
Posted August 11, 2008 19:32:00 Updated August 11, 2008 19:32:00
The election battle ground has moved to health.
The election battle ground has moved to health.
Perth 6000
Posted August 11, 2008 19:22:00 Updated August 11, 2008 19:22:00
A WA Nationals plan to use preferences as a bargaining tool backfires.
A WA Nationals plan to use preferences as a bargaining tool backfires.
Perth 6000
Posted August 11, 2008 19:17:00 Updated August 11, 2008 19:29:00
Opposition Leader Colin Barnett on daylight saving
Opposition Leader Colin Barnett on daylight saving
Perth 6000
Posted August 11, 2008 17:06:00 Updated August 11, 2008 17:06:00
Mount Lawley's Astor Cinema closes
Mount Lawley's Astor Cinema closes
Mount Lawley 6050
Posted August 11, 2008 08:38:00 Updated August 11, 2008 08:38:00
Astor closes
Astor closes
Mount Lawley 6050
Posted August 11, 2008 08:17:00 Updated August 11, 2008 08:17:00
Police and prostitution are top of the agenda for the election campaign
Police and prostitution are top of the agenda for the election campaign
Perth 6000
Posted August 11, 2008 07:38:00 Updated August 11, 2008 07:38:00
Alan Carpenter's election promises on day one of the campaign.
Alan Carpenter's election promises on day one of the campaign.
WA
Posted August 8, 2008 22:03:00 Updated August 8, 2008 22:03:00
Colin Barnett scraps the Kimberley canal plan.
Colin Barnett scraps the Kimberley canal plan.
WA
Posted August 8, 2008 21:47:00 Updated August 8, 2008 21:47:00
Election: The Premier promises free public transport for seniors.
Election: The Premier promises free public transport for seniors.
Perth 6000
Posted August 8, 2008 18:41:00 Updated August 8, 2008 18:50:00
Liberals to highlight Labor's link to Brian Burke
Liberals to highlight Labor's link to Brian Burke
Perth 6000
Posted August 8, 2008 09:01:00 Updated August 8, 2008 09:01:00
Seat watch
Seat watch
WA
Posted August 7, 2008 22:49:00 Updated August 7, 2008 22:49:00
The Premier has called a snap election for September
The Premier has called a snap election for September
WA
Posted August 7, 2008 22:28:00 Updated August 7, 2008 22:31:00
Carpenter calls WA election
Carpenter calls WA election
Unknown
Posted August 7, 2008 18:58:00 Updated August 7, 2008 18:58:00
State political reporter Peter Kennedy on WA's early election date
State political reporter Peter Kennedy on WA's early election date
Perth 6000
Posted August 7, 2008 14:21:00 Updated August 7, 2008 15:16:00
Police hope vehicle fragments found at the scene of a hit and run will help identify the car and the driver involved in the crash.
Police hope vehicle fragments found at the scene of a hit and run will help identify the car and the driver involved in the crash.
Perth 6000
Posted August 7, 2008 08:30:00 Updated August 7, 2008 08:30:00
The Premier Alan Carpenter says WA's gas crisis is virtually over.
The Premier Alan Carpenter says WA's gas crisis is virtually over.
Perth 6000
Posted August 7, 2008 07:57:00 Updated August 7, 2008 07:59:00
Apache energy
Apache energy
Unknown
Posted August 6, 2008 23:30:00 Updated August 6, 2008 23:38:00
Gas supplies restored to WA
Gas supplies restored to WA
WA
Posted August 6, 2008 22:25:00 Updated August 6, 2008 22:25:00
Family calls for hit and run witnesses
Family calls for hit and run witnesses
Malaga 6090
Posted August 6, 2008 22:16:00 Updated August 6, 2008 22:44:00
Gas supplies have been restored to WA
Gas supplies have been restored to WA
Unknown
Posted August 6, 2008 21:53:00 Updated August 6, 2008 21:53:00
WA gas supplies have been restored.
WA gas supplies have been restored.
WA
Posted August 6, 2008 20:27:00 Updated August 6, 2008 20:27:00
First Cut: Barnett wins WA Liberal leadership
First Cut: Barnett wins WA Liberal leadership
WA
Posted August 6, 2008 17:23:00 Updated August 6, 2008 17:23:00
Police searching for convicted drug dealer Frank LaRosa search a bush property.
Police searching for convicted drug dealer Frank LaRosa search a bush property.
Perth 6000
Posted August 6, 2008 08:58:00 Updated August 6, 2008 08:58:00
Colin Barnett is set to regain the leadership of the WA Liberal Party.
Colin Barnett is set to regain the leadership of the WA Liberal Party.
Perth 6000
Posted August 6, 2008 08:15:00 Updated August 6, 2008 08:40:00
Colin Barnett announces he will stand for leadership of the WA Liberal Party.
Colin Barnett announces he will stand for leadership of the WA Liberal Party.
Perth 6000
Posted August 5, 2008 14:54:00 Updated August 5, 2008 15:27:00
Inquest begins into missing yacht trio mystery
Inquest begins into missing yacht trio mystery
Townsville 4810
Posted August 5, 2008 14:09:00 Updated August 5, 2008 14:09:00
Troy Buswell steps down as Liberal Leader
Troy Buswell steps down as Liberal Leader
Perth 6000
Posted August 5, 2008 07:48:00 Updated August 5, 2008 09:16:00
First Cut: Buswell announces resignation
First Cut: Buswell announces resignation
WA
Posted August 4, 2008 15:04:00 Updated August 4, 2008 15:04:00
The Government hope an advertising campaign will reduce one punch assaults
The Government hope an advertising campaign will reduce one punch assaults
WA
Posted August 4, 2008 09:14:00 Updated August 4, 2008 10:13:00
Apache Energy will resume gas production at its Varanus Island operation early next week almost two weeks ahead of schedule.
Apache Energy will resume gas production at its Varanus Island operation early next week almost two weeks ahead of schedule.
Unknown
Posted August 1, 2008 22:46:00 Updated August 1, 2008 22:46:00
Lost pest controller recounts tale of survival
Lost pest controller recounts tale of survival
Yarrawonga 3730
Posted July 31, 2008 13:17:00 Updated July 31, 2008 13:17:00
Andrew Krakouer and his brother Tyrone have been jailed for bashing a man outside a nightclub in Fremantle two years ago.
Andrew Krakouer and his brother Tyrone have been jailed for bashing a man outside a nightclub in Fremantle two years ago.
Perth 6000
Posted July 31, 2008 05:53:00 Updated July 31, 2008 06:10:00
WA Govt announces $360m medical research centre
WA Govt announces $360m medical research centre
Perth 6000
Posted July 31, 2008 05:28:00 Updated July 31, 2008 09:12:00
Theo Rosmulder talking about how he survived lost in the WA outback for five days.
Theo Rosmulder talking about how he survived lost in the WA outback for five days.
Kalgoorlie 6430
Posted July 30, 2008 14:47:00 Updated July 30, 2008 14:47:00
Missing prospector survived on insects
Missing prospector survived on insects
WA
Posted July 30, 2008 11:25:00 Updated July 30, 2008 11:25:00
More high end international businesses are putting their money into WA.
More high end international businesses are putting their money into WA.
Perth 6000
Posted July 29, 2008 12:19:00 Updated July 29, 2008 12:19:00
Premier supports P-plate restrictions
Premier supports P-plate restrictions
Unknown
Posted July 28, 2008 22:21:00 Updated July 28, 2008 22:21:00
Truck rally organiser Peter Swift on a poor turnout in Perth.
Truck rally organiser Peter Swift on a poor turnout in Perth.
Perth 6000
Posted July 28, 2008 15:31:00 Updated July 28, 2008 15:31:00
The State government has announced new funding for the royal Flying Doctor Service of nearly $40 million over five years.
The State government has announced new funding for the royal Flying Doctor Service of nearly $40 million over five years.
Perth 6000
Posted July 28, 2008 08:59:00 Updated July 28, 2008 10:11:00
Police are blaming speed and failing to wear seatbelts for the state's spiralling road toll.
Police are blaming speed and failing to wear seatbelts for the state's spiralling road toll.
Perth 6000
Posted July 28, 2008 07:31:00 Updated July 28, 2008 08:29:00
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice addressing Perth school girls.
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice addressing Perth school girls.
Perth 6000
Posted July 25, 2008 14:12:00 Updated July 25, 2008 14:12:00
More adults than children now taking A-D-H-D medication
More adults than children now taking A-D-H-D medication
Unknown
Posted July 24, 2008 22:58:00 Updated July 24, 2008 22:58:00
EPA recommends against salt plant at Exmouth
EPA recommends against salt plant at Exmouth
Perth 6000
Posted July 23, 2008 23:15:00 Updated July 23, 2008 23:18:00
Senior police officer under scrutiny at Rochford inquest
Senior police officer under scrutiny at Rochford inquest
Perth 6000
Posted July 23, 2008 22:29:00 Updated July 23, 2008 22:31:00
The Department of Environment and Conservation is investigating the deaths of 160 seagulls at Woodman Point.
The Department of Environment and Conservation is investigating the deaths of 160 seagulls at Woodman Point.
Perth 6000
Posted July 23, 2008 08:33:00 Updated July 23, 2008 08:33:00
A coronial inquest has been told the ABC was never asked not to broadcast the name of a new suspect in the Pamela Lawrence murder case.
A coronial inquest has been told the ABC was never asked not to broadcast the name of a new suspect in the Pamela Lawrence murder case.
Perth 6000
Posted July 23, 2008 07:34:00 Updated July 23, 2008 07:36:00
The Public Transport Authority's footage of dangerous level crossing incidents.
The Public Transport Authority's footage of dangerous level crossing incidents.
Perth 6000
Posted July 22, 2008 14:53:00 Updated July 22, 2008 14:53:00
Teachers have won a payrise of between 15 and 22 per cent over three years.
Teachers have won a payrise of between 15 and 22 per cent over three years.
Perth 6000
Posted July 22, 2008 07:54:00 Updated July 22, 2008 07:54:00
A leading economic forecaster has predicted that Western Australia's growth will continue to outstrip the rest of the nation.
A leading economic forecaster has predicted that Western Australia's growth will continue to outstrip the rest of the nation.
Perth 6000
Posted July 22, 2008 07:44:00 Updated July 22, 2008 07:44:00
BP has warned an emissions trading scheme may make it uncompetitive for it to continue to refine oil in Western Australia.
BP has warned an emissions trading scheme may make it uncompetitive for it to continue to refine oil in Western Australia.
Perth 6000
Posted July 21, 2008 09:13:00 Updated July 21, 2008 09:13:00
Work has begun on Perth's new Fiona Stanley Hospital in Murdoch.
Work has begun on Perth's new Fiona Stanley Hospital in Murdoch.
Perth 6000
Posted July 21, 2008 08:49:00 Updated July 21, 2008 08:49:00
Young carer numbers on the rise
Young carer numbers on the rise
WA
Posted July 18, 2008 20:28:00 Updated July 18, 2008 20:28:00
Olympic athlethes have attended a farewell luncheon in Perth.
Olympic athlethes have attended a farewell luncheon in Perth.
Perth 6000
Posted July 18, 2008 08:52:00 Updated July 18, 2008 08:52:00
Woodside has warned that Australia's proposed emissions trading scheme will put the country's multibillion dollar LNG industry in jeopardy.
Woodside has warned that Australia's proposed emissions trading scheme will put the country's multibillion dollar LNG industry in jeopardy.
Perth 6000
Posted July 18, 2008 07:58:00 Updated July 18, 2008 07:58:00
Beijing beckons: Australian athletes have been given an official send off in Perth.
Beijing beckons: Australian athletes have been given an official send off in Perth.
Unknown
Posted July 17, 2008 21:01:00 Updated July 17, 2008 21:01:00
A wilful murder trial in Perth has been delayed because a police officer contaminated evidence with his DNA.
A wilful murder trial in Perth has been delayed because a police officer contaminated evidence with his DNA.
Perth 6000
Posted July 17, 2008 08:36:00 Updated July 17, 2008 08:36:00
A Senate inquiry in Perth has been told there's no evidence that FuelWatch has led to lower petrol prices.
A Senate inquiry in Perth has been told there's no evidence that FuelWatch has led to lower petrol prices.
Perth 6000
Posted July 17, 2008 08:08:00 Updated July 17, 2008 08:08:00
FuelWatch a waste of money: Oppn
FuelWatch a waste of money: Oppn
WA
Posted July 16, 2008 18:41:00 Updated July 16, 2008 18:41:00
Fremantle Docker player Dean Solomon has been suspended for eight weeks.
Fremantle Docker player Dean Solomon has been suspended for eight weeks.
Perth 6000
Posted July 16, 2008 13:12:00 Updated July 16, 2008 13:12:00
A Perth court has been told a mother wanted psychiatric help before allegedly smothering her baby.
A Perth court has been told a mother wanted psychiatric help before allegedly smothering her baby.
Perth 6000
Posted July 16, 2008 12:20:00 Updated July 16, 2008 12:20:00
An inquiry is underway into the the DPI's release of private information.
An inquiry is underway into the the DPI's release of private information.
Perth 6000
Posted July 15, 2008 08:38:00 Updated July 15, 2008 08:38:00
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Robert Cock QC, has called on the State Government to move quickly to clarify the state's sentencing laws.
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Robert Cock QC, has called on the State Government to move quickly to clarify the state's sentencing laws.
Perth 6000
Posted July 15, 2008 07:39:00 Updated July 15, 2008 07:39:00
Dean Cox speaks to the media about the Eagles insipid performace at the weekend.
Dean Cox speaks to the media about the Eagles insipid performace at the weekend.
Perth 6000
Posted July 14, 2008 14:11:00 Updated July 14, 2008 14:38:00
A 39-year-old man has been charged over the shooting death of a man in Geraldton.
A 39-year-old man has been charged over the shooting death of a man in Geraldton.
Perth 6000
Posted July 14, 2008 09:47:00 Updated July 14, 2008 10:20:00
The Premier has turned the first sod for the $1 billion upgrade of Perth Airport.
The Premier has turned the first sod for the $1 billion upgrade of Perth Airport.
Perth Airport 6105
Posted July 14, 2008 08:42:00 Updated July 14, 2008 08:48:00
Nitschke book blamed for death
Nitschke book blamed for death
WA
Posted July 12, 2008 18:49:00 Updated July 12, 2008 18:49:00
Kalgoorlie 'skimpies' told to cover-up
Kalgoorlie 'skimpies' told to cover-up
Kalgoorlie 6430
Posted July 11, 2008 15:23:00 Updated July 11, 2008 15:25:00
Kalgoorlie's skimpy barmaids have been ordered to cover up.
Kalgoorlie's skimpy barmaids have been ordered to cover up.
Kalgoorlie 6430
Posted July 11, 2008 15:07:00 Updated July 11, 2008 15:07:00
The Chamber of Commerce and Industy says the gas crisis will cost industry $7 billion.
The Chamber of Commerce and Industy says the gas crisis will cost industry $7 billion.
Perth 6000
Posted July 11, 2008 08:18:00 Updated July 11, 2008 08:18:00
Triple premiership captain Michael Voss will join the Eagles as an assistant coach.
Triple premiership captain Michael Voss will join the Eagles as an assistant coach.
Perth 6000
Posted July 11, 2008 07:52:00 Updated July 11, 2008 10:49:00
Police have praised the actions of two missionaries who came to the aid of a woman being attacked with a knife in Nollamarra.
Police have praised the actions of two missionaries who came to the aid of a woman being attacked with a knife in Nollamarra.
Perth 6000
Posted July 10, 2008 07:55:00 Updated July 10, 2008 08:00:00
Perth lawyer Lloyd Rayney has been ordered to appear before a magistrate to face telephone bugging charges.
Perth lawyer Lloyd Rayney has been ordered to appear before a magistrate to face telephone bugging charges.
Perth 6000
Posted July 10, 2008 07:35:00 Updated July 10, 2008 08:03:00
Howard reassures party faithful
Howard reassures party faithful
Unknown
Posted July 9, 2008 18:57:00 Updated July 9, 2008 18:57:00
A 29-year-old pregnant woman from Nollamara has been attacked with a knife.
A 29-year-old pregnant woman from Nollamara has been attacked with a knife.
Perth 6000
Posted July 9, 2008 08:24:00 Updated July 9, 2008 08:24:00
First Cut: SAS man killed in Afghanistan
First Cut: SAS man killed in Afghanistan
Perth 6000
Posted July 9, 2008 08:18:00 Updated July 9, 2008 08:18:00
The WA Government's plans to ease the gas crisis have hit a hurdle.
The WA Government's plans to ease the gas crisis have hit a hurdle.
Perth 6000
Posted July 9, 2008 08:17:00 Updated July 9, 2008 08:17:00
Fremantle's Peter Bell and West Coast Eagles player Michael Braun have announced their retirement from the AFL.
Fremantle's Peter Bell and West Coast Eagles player Michael Braun have announced their retirement from the AFL.
Perth 6000
Posted July 8, 2008 07:37:00 Updated July 8, 2008 07:37:00
The Perth Coroner has found a police officer acted in self defence when he shot dead mentally ill man Daniel Rolph.
The Perth Coroner has found a police officer acted in self defence when he shot dead mentally ill man Daniel Rolph.
Perth 6000
Posted July 8, 2008 07:23:00 Updated July 8, 2008 07:23:00
Health officials are urging parents to have their children vaccinated against the potentially fatal influenza virus.