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  1. Community supportPremiumRockingham rallies around family whose house burned down

  2. New developmentPremium$12 million redevelopment of old Waikiki Hotel site delayed

  3. Seeking WitnessesPremiumMan ripped off e-scooter during violent Perth mugging

  4. Worrying signCommentsWarning as mosquito-borne virus detected in Perth

  5. Summer vibesPremiumYouth Beach Party is fun in the sun for Rockingham teens

Fringe festivalPremiumRocky Fringe Festival coming to Rockingham

The fun of Fringe Festival will come to Rockingham from next week with a local bookshop set to transform into a theatre for a series of arty events.

Kasey Gratton

Art prizePremium$10k up for grabs in Rockingham art competition

Artists from across WA are being urged to enter the City of Rockingham Art Prize.

Laura Pond

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1150 jobs to go as Alcoa winds up Kwinana refinery

Alcoa has confirmed it will shut its Kwinana alumina refinery, with the current 1200-strong workforce to be culled.

Josh Zimmerman

In limboCommentsPremiumHundreds of jobs in doubt at Alcoa’s Kwinana refinery

Alcoa is poised to make a major announcement about the future of its Kwinana alumina refinery, with serious doubt hanging over the future of 1200 workers. 

Josh Zimmerman, Matt Mckenzie & Caleb Runciman

‘Negative impact’PremiumDeath knell sounds for historic Rockingham pub

The City of Rockingham has sounded the death knell for the foreshore’s historic Rockingham Hotel, paving the way for construction of a multi-storey tavern.

Laura Pond

Local heroesNominations open for Kwinana Community Awards

Kwinana residents are urged to nominate an unsung hero in their community.

Laura Pond

Future investmentPremiumPremiumCity gets a Nudge for nurturing young workers

The City of Rockingham has been recognised for its efforts to nurture young employees.

UpgradesPremiumPremiumRockingham boaties set for a smoother sail

Boaties are set for a smoother sail thanks to planned upgrades to a Rockingham boat ramp.

Dramatic ending VideoPremiumPremiumMen charged over terrifying home invasion and police chase

Police have charged four men after a terrifying home invasion and a dramatic police chase in Perth’s southern suburbs overnight.

‘Pain and anguish’PremiumWidow, in-laws’ bitter legal fight over crash victim’s ashes

The parents of a man killed in an horrific car accident in Perth’s south earlier this year have been prohibited from scattering their late son’s ashes after a court ruled in favour of his widow.

Hannah Cross

Young talentPremiumUltimate achievement for mini dancer Ryan Jordan Shelley

At just six years old, the Port Kennedy resident is more comfortable doing the splits, walking handstands and back bends than he is holding a pencil. 

Jessica Evensen

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From terrified nights on the street to a house to call home

For the first time in six years, Matthew Eaton and Jodie Caporn have a roof over their heads and strong hopes for the future.

Caitlyn Rintoul

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Pilbara property tycoon-turned-legal eagle faces jail term

He claimed to have made $7 million before his 21st birthday, before reinventing himself as a law reformist when his Pilbara property empire went bust. Now, Morgan Crawford can add another occupation to his CV.

Tim Clarke

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Fiery crash claims two lives in Perth highway horror

Two people have died after they crashed into a tree and their car burst into flames on a Perth highway overnight.

Jonathon Nolan

APM horror showCommentsPremiumIn another world as bloodbath brews for ‘A-lister’ company

His company’s share price might have been tanking but that wasn’t enough to ruin a magical European Christmas adventure for APM chief executive Michael Anghie.

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Major investigationPublic appeal after young men killed in fiery Gosnells crash

Police are seeking information regarding a Gosnells car crash which killed two men in their 20s on the weekend. 

Dylan Caporn

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Russian cyber criminal cops sanctions over Medibank hack

Australia has imposed cyber sanctions against a Russian man in response to the high-profile Medibank hack in 2022.

Kimberley Caines

Cost-of-living crisis CommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumWA’s child protection cost hike sharpest in the country

The cost of caring for a child in WA protection services has risen by $84 per night — marking the sharpest rise in the country. 

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CommentsPremiumFrom terrified nights on the street to a house to call home

For the first time in six years, Matthew Eaton and Jodie Caporn have a roof over their heads and strong hopes for the future.

Fiery exchangeVideoSunrise host slams Albo for refusing to make Australia Day call

Sunrise host Nat Barr has called out Anthony Albanese for a lack of leadership, saying the Prime Minister should make a call on the future of Australia Day so that the nation can stop ‘tiptoeing around’.

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WindsurfingLocals dominate in Geraldton for Youth Wave Titles

Locals dominated as a West Australian competitor took the win in every division during the Jaffle Shack Oceania Youth Wave Titles in Geraldton over the weekend.

Fraser Williams

New opporunitiesYoungs Siding landholder keen to open up camp sites

A desire to make the most of his property in Youngs Siding has led Jason Fowler to be one of the first to explore the chance to set up a low-impact tourism venture in a rural area of the shire.

Stuart McGuckin

Difficult conditionsPremiumRenters face tough market in Harvey region

New rental data shows those trying to find a property in the Shire of Harvey are facing double-digit increases in payments, if they can find somewhere to live.

Sean Van Der Wielen & Oliver Lane

STRETCHED THIN CommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumSt John urges applicants as critical positions left vacant

St John WA is looking to fill first-aid trainer positions across the Wheatbelt in three strategically vital towns including Narrogin as need exceeds capacity.

‘everything we could dream of’CommentsCommentsExtras casting call as Star Wars actor’s WA movie ramps up

With less than a month to go before filming starts, Perth-based production company The Penguin Empire is hoping Albany locals will answer the casting call for extras in their zombie-thriller We Bury the Dead.

Costly OffencesPremiumPremiumFirst traffic court of 2024 sees over $9000 in fines served

The first Albany Traffic Court of 2024 has resulted in more than $9000 in fines and 71 months in driving disqualifications served for offences from driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol to speeding.

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CNBCCommentsPremiumChina launches a security review of Shein

China’s powerful internet regulator is conducting a security review of Shein as the fast-fashion giant gears up for its highly anticipated US initial public offering, CNBC has learned. 

Gabrielle Fonrouge & Deirdre Bosa

CNBCPremium‘Fraught with uncertainty’: economists look to year ahead

The majority of economists surveyed by the World Economic Forum expect the global economy to weaken this year, saying that geopolitical fragmentation around the world will deepen.

Katrina Bishop

CNBCPremiumMicrosoft boss says global consensus on AI is emerging

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said Tuesday he sees global consensus emerging when it comes to artificial intelligence.

Ryan Browne

CNBCCommentsGlobal shipping recession could end as freight rates soar

Vessels transiting the Red Sea have faced attacks over the past several weeks from Yemen-based Houthis, prompting shipping companies to change routes, leading to a spike in freight rates.

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Bombshell report PremiumCorruption probe reveals WA hospital tech guru fleeced $280K

A tech guru at a WA hospital has been recommended for prosecution by the State’s corruption watchdog after a CCC investigation found he allegedly fleeced huge amounts of money for his own benefit.

Tim Clarke

Charges laidPremiumYoung man charged over violent Facebook Marketplace stabbing

A young man has been charged over a Facebook Marketplace deal that turned violent.

Lauren Price

Unprecedented moveCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumWA’s nurses union confirm 2025 State Election political push

WA’s nurses union have confirmed they will run candidates in the 2025 State Election, eyeing up to four seats to seize the balance of power in the Upper House. 

speculation mounting PremiumPremiumPM makes big promise on taxes amid Stage 3 debate

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says every worker will receive a tax cut, adding to speculation that the Stage 3 tax plan will be rejigged to benefit low-income earners. 

‘Wasting resources’Hoax phone call reporting injured child slammed by minister

A hoax phone call which saw police descend on a Perth primary school on Tuesday morning has been slammed as a ‘silly antic’ that wasted officers’ time. 

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Muted Australia Day debate shows just how far we’ve come

The rejection of a Voice to Parliament was seen by many as a backward step towards First Nations justice. But, there are still reasons to be hopeful.

Brad Pettitt