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Lotterywest spokesperson Zoe Wender said the winner was notified on Friday morning, and said they would spend the weekend revelling in their victory.

PerthCommentsWA punter ‘in shock’ after winning entire $50m Lotto jackpot

The lucky West Aussie was told the life-changing news on Friday morning.

Jessica Evensen

The incident unfolded on Thursday night.

CRIMEPremiumMan charged over terrifying late night police chase

The high speed police chase was so dangerous, it had to be called off due to safety concerns.

Jessica Evensen

All lanes were closed to motorists on Friday morning as emergency services tended to the scene.

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Driver dies in horror crash in Perth’s south

The driver and sole occupant suffered life-threatening injuries and died at the scene.

Tegwen Bescoby

Pictured at the APAC forum at Crown is Professor Stephen Shore. Professor Shore was diagnosed with Autism as a child and is now a leading researcher into autism. Ian Munro

WA NewsCommentsAutism breakthrough: Early help can ‘reshape the brain’

An international autism expert says children who wait years for diagnosis miss a crucial opportunity to ‘reshape the brain’ through early intervention, as evidence suggests a diagnosis may not be lifelong.

Rhianna Mitchell

Drivers are facing delays across several major Perth roads this morning due to multiple incidents.

TRAFFICTraffic flowing after multiple breakdowns and crashes

A truck breakdown has also affected motorists travelling northbound on Roe Highway, with the vehicle partially blocking the left lane just before Clayton Street.

Ibanez Taylor

Ninth Avenue in Inglewood.

PerthCommentsPerth residents ‘completely helpless’ amid housing chaos

Shocking new data has exposed the extent of dangerous and disruptive behaviour occurring across WA’s public housing system.

Nick Overall 7NEWS

Perth’s Casuarina Prison is under a watch and act, as firefighters battle with an out of control bushfire.

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Bushfire near WA’s biggest prison quickly destroys land

Firefighters are continuing to monitor a bushfire near Casuarina Prison in Perth’s south.

Jessica Evensen

WA Police and St John WA rushed to the scene about 2.30am on Tuesday.

CrimePremiumYoung man arrested over double stabbing in Perth’s south

WA Police and St John WA rushed to the scene about 2.30am on Tuesday.

Jessica Evensen

Terrifying crash that shut freeway after police chase

CRIMEVideoPremiumTwo charged after chase that closed Perth freeway

Two people have been charged over a dramatic police chase after allegedly stealing a car from a Perth dealership and ploughing into a freeway barrier. 

Jessica Evensen and Tegwen Bescoby

A silver car crashed into the Kwinana Freeway barricade.

TrafficCommentsCrash on Perth freeway causes traffic meltdown for motorists

Drivers are being urged to exercise caution as traffic is heavy on approach.

Chloe Maher

Terrifying crash that shut freeway after police chase

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WATCH: Terrifying crash that shut freeway after police chase

WA Police confirmed two people have been taken into custody following the crash.

Tegwen Bescoby

A car has collided with a shopping centre in Perth’s northern suburbs.

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Car ploughs into shopping centre in Perth’s north

Emergency services are on site responding to the scene.

Tegwen Bescoby

Attendees took to social media to vent over the event.

‘BADLY HANDLED’CommentsPerth Lantern Festival turns into ‘total nightmare’

Imagine going to a lantern festival - only to be told you couldn’t have the lantern you paid for.

Tegwen Bescoby

First responders rushed to the scene about 7.20pm on Monday.

POLICEPremium Young motorcyclist fights for life after Perth crash

Major crash officers are investigating a horror crash which left a young motorcyclist with serious injuries in Perth’s south-east. 

Jessica Evensen

Kwinana Freeway has faced delays following a crash.

TrafficCommentsPerth crashes cause Monday morning mayhem for motorists

The two collisions on major roads in Perth’s south have caused significant delays for commuters on Monday morning. 

Ibanez Taylor

Emergency services at the scene of a house fire at Belmont Avenue, Cloverdale.

PerthPremiumHome in Perth’s east destroyed by raging lithium-ion fire

Firefighters were called to the unit about 4am on Monday.

Remebrance day ceremony at Kings Park. Riley Churchman

PerthCommentsWhere to go for Remembrance Day services’ in Perth

While the official commemorative service will be hosted by the RSL in Kings Park, there’s plenty of other local services that West Aussies can attend across the city. SEE THE LIST

Amy Cavender

An artists impression of the stage and market view at PCC.

ArtsCommentsPremiumCultural trio bring heritage stories to Perth art precinct

As the revitalisation of Perth Cultural Centre reaches one of its first project milestones, a trio of artists who will be responsible for an important public art piece has been confirmed. 

Amy Cavender

Meg Croucher boxed for 24 hours straight over the weekend to raise money for rare cancer research trials. Iain Gillespie

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Charity CEO boxes for 24 hours to raise cancer funds

Boxing for 24 hours with only one minute breaks between three minute rounds is the huge task Meg Croucher undertook over the weekend to raise funds for rare cancer research. 

Amy Cavender and Claire Sadler

A white hatchback crashed through a family’s northern suburbs home in the early hours of Sunday morning.

CrimePremiumCar smashes through house in Perth’s north

A house north of Perth has been extensively damaged after a car crashed through it in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Amy Cavender

A teenage boy was attacked with a machete during a fight in Perth’s northern suburbs on Saturday night.

CrimePremiumPerth teen charged over alleged horror machete attack

A teenager has been charged after another teen was allegedly attacked with a machete during a fight on Saturday night.

Amy Cavender

Speed limits across Perth’s CBD could be cut to 40km/h under a plan from City of Perth staff who claim it will not significantly affect drivers’ travel time.

WA NewsCommentsPerth drivers face 40km/h CBD limits under safety push

Speed limits across Perth’s CBD could be cut to 40km/h under a plan from City of Perth staff who claim it will not significantly affect drivers’ travel time.

Caitlin Vinci

Molly Wilson, Carley Fleming,, Harley Jayne and Jessica McCafferty enjoying sunbathing at City Beach.

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Perth’s best beach: How do West Aussies decide?

Rainy spring scenes have kept Perth’s award-winning beaches quiet, but as sun-soaked summer days approach, the age-old debate over the city’s best stretch of sand is heating up.

Amy Cavender

Rufus Du Sol concert at RAC Arena, Perth Matija Smojver

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Rufus Du Sol brings summer festival euphoria to Perth

The EDM legends put on an incredible show in front of thousands of fans who danced their hearts out to the group’s best tunes.

Kellie Balaam