Tourism Council WA launches Connecting to Culture program
Tourism Council WA has launched a new online toolkit to enhance the local tourism sector’s cultural inclusivity of First Nations people.
McCusker foundation boosts donations to $20m after assets grow to $400m
Medical research and healthcare programs were the major beneficiaries of an almost quadrupling of donations last year by McCusker Charitable Foundation.
At Close of Business podcast April 2 2025
Justin Fris and Tom Zaunmayr discuss recent trends and news within WA’s ports and transport sectors.
Alkimos Shopping Centre sold for $30m
Locus Property Group and Security Capital Australia entered a joint venture to purchase the property.
Tariff jitters pare early gains as shares edge higher
The Australian share market has edged higher, after paring early gains from hopes incoming US tariffs would be more targeted than expected.
Crothers Construction wins $30m contract for Ashdale Secondary College
Geraldton-based Crothers Construction has won a $30 million contract over work on Ashdale Secondary College in Darch.
A historic Hamilton home with ties to former Wallabies captain John Eales has sold for $5.8 million
The property sold for $2 million more than its past sale price.
‘Hurts my eyes’: Matty J and Laura’s latest reno reveals divide fans
The couple purchased the seaside property for $2.19 million.
Film star Val Kilmer dies aged 65
Val Kilmer, the actor who starred in Top Gun and played Batman and Jim Morrison, has died aged 65.
WA business confidence on the rise
A new survey says WA businesses are optimistic about the future despite global volatility.
Shoreline Chambers barristers move into Chancery House building
A new barristers’ chambers, which includes the legal counsel for Wright Prospecting and Brittany Higgins, has moved into the top floors of the former Citibank building.
Australian shares rebound but tariffs cast a shadow
Australian shares have tailed a rebound on Wall Street overnight, but investors remain cautious as a fog of uncertainty hangs over incoming US tariffs.
Alarm over tariffs sends Australian shares $42bn lower
The Australian share market has sold off as incoming tariffs ratchet-up fears of a US recession and deepen investor concerns about global growth.
Commercial centres in Woodvale, Casuarina to cost $75m
Details of two multi-million-dollar neighbourhood centres have been published as the proposals progress in the state government’s planning pathway.
Teens injured in alleged hit-run stable, surrounded by family in hospital
The teenage boys were struck by an allegedly stolen car in Griffith.
Andrew Tate accused of sexual assault by ex-girlfriend who feared she ‘might die’
Andrew Tate has been accused of sexual assault and battery by his ex-girlfriend who feared she “might die”.
Swimming season ends at the Manuka Pool with a big splash
Other pools also have special events on this weekend.
Live: Storm clouds lift as Papenhuyzen cleared for Melbourne
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has been cleared to play in the Storm’s clash with the Dragons on Saturday after overcoming an ankle injury. Follow live.
Ngarluma elder takes stake in Karratha’s Cherratta Lodge
A Karratha accommodation village has a new part-owner and a fresh three-year contract to provide lodgings for Woodside’s workforce.
Analysis: Qantas goes all in on reset with upgraded planes
ANALYSIS: Some positive financials and the arrival of new and upgraded planes are good news for Qantas.
Alone Australia is back for season three. Here’s what you need to know
Ten new participants, a rugged Tasmanian winter and a life-changing cash prize are on the line. Here’s what to expect from the third season of the survivalist competition.
Trauma a focus at Parkerville Children and Youth Care school project
Parkerville Children and Youth Care will restore its heritage cottages to house high-schoolers.
Awkward request an Aukus reality
The US has issued a call for Australia to increase its defence spending in the order of billions.
Opinion: Trolls farms growing devolution
OPINION: Australia’s leaders need to take a strategic approach to countering online misinformation.
Rocky to host Olympics rowing as expert promises crocs won’t ‘eat much’
Exciting news for regional Rockhampton as it learns it will host Brisbane Olympics rowing, but the sport’s governing bodies have concerns the Fitzroy River course — crocodile habitat — may not meet international standards.
Conspirator in alleged meth-in-mail plot says accused was ‘friend and dealer’
She claims ‘super dick’ planned on using dark web to order drug.
Kerr ruled out of playing with Matildas against South Korea
Matildas coach Tom Sermanni hoped to have his inspirational captain back in the fold for upcoming friendlies against South Korea, but Sam Kerr’s English club has vetoed the plan.
Live: Addo-Carr error gifts former club Canterbury first try
Josh Addo-Carr plays his first NRL match since his suspension last year over failed roadside drugs tests. Follow live.
Piastri starting Chinese grand prix on pole, a week after heartbreak at home
Australian Oscar Piastri will begin a Formula 1 grand prix from pole position for the first time on Sunday in China, seeking the third win of his career.
Ingles handed first NBA start since 2022 so autistic son can see him play
Just days after Joe Ingles’s son made it through his first live NBA game, Minnesota coach Chris Finch starts the 37-year-old so his family can see him play.
Israel will seize more of Gaza the longer Hamas delays freeing hostages, minister says
“The more Hamas refuses to free the hostages, the more territory it will lose, which will be annexed by Israel,” defence minister Israel Katz warned on Friday.
Police seek footage of car involved in crash that killed cyclist
Investigators are appealing to the public for further information.
Police investigation ‘could weaken SNP’s election chances’, top pollster warns
The police fraud investigation examining the SNP could weaken the party’s chances at the 2026 Scottish election amid trust in its finances being dented, one of Britain’s leading political experts has told Sky News.
Cat cafes should be ‘phased out’, RSPCA warns
Cat cafes across the UK should be “phased out”, leading animal welfare charities have said.
Atlas to enter residential market
The Julian Ambrose-led company has ambitions to be one of the state’s top 10 builders.
Bennett gets his man as Smith locked in for Rabbitohs from 2026
Brandon Smith will join the South Sydney Rabbitohs and supercoach Wayne Bennett, with the Kiwi hooker signing a two-year deal from 2026.
Latin America calls for WA miners
Several WA junior miners are making positive forays into Latin America, where they’re finding fit-for-purpose regulations and local skills.
‘An honour and a thrill’: Nat Bass on stage in Canberra as Shirley Valentine
Shirley Valentine is at the Canberra Theatre Centre this week.
Sitting safer in the saddle
Former showjumper Chloe Tornow has developed a vest-and-jacket combination to protect riders from falls.
How Canterbury will cover the loss of two of its biggest stars
Canterbury has leant heavily on Viliame Kikau and Matt Burton to start the season. With both men missing for the next few weeks, here’s how the club will cover for them.
Sonia Kruger sells award-winning Sydney home for circa $20 million
The TV show host purchased the property in 2015 for $6.475m.
Nedlands bids to reject Dalkeith centre
The City of Nedlands mayor Fiona Argyle has failed to persuade a panel to overturn the approval over a $42 million medical centre in Dalkeith.
National Folk Festival ‘here to stay’ as it’s launched with colour and movement
Tickets are on sale now for festival which is on over Easter.
Australian renters need a six figure salary to afford average rent
The median rent in Australia has reached an exorbitant level
New LNG-powered vessel for ANL
In the march towards net carbon zero by 2050, shipping company ANL has a new liquified natural gas-powered vessel joining its fleet.
US gymnast who finished fifth still has bronze medal from Paris Olympics
Jordan Chiles says she still has the bronze medal she was awarded after the women’s floor routine at the Paris Olympics despite an appeal bumping her down to fifth spot.
Teenagers exposed to ‘horrific’ content online – and this survey reveals the scale of the problem
Teenagers are routinely seeing inappropriate violent or sexual content, “doom-scrolling” and being contacted by strangers online, according to an exclusive survey for Sky News.
Chris Hammer’s The Valley shortlisted for national Book of the Year
The Deakin author is on a winning streak.
Libs vow Karratha gas approval
The Liberal Party of Australia has pledged to fast track approval of the North West Shelf project in Karratha, if elected in the upcoming federal election.
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