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Rinehart legal saga reignites, Hancock lodges appeal

Rinehart legal saga reignites, Hancock lodges appeal

The epic legal battle between the company owned by billionaire Gina Rinehart and the heirs of iron ore pioneer Peter Wright is set for another chapter.

Why Eagles star Tim Kelly dropped himself to the WAFL

Why Eagles star Tim Kelly dropped himself to the WAFL

Why Eagles star Tim Kelly dropped himself to the WAFL

Why Eagles star Tim Kelly dropped himself to the WAFL

West Coast star Tim Kelly wants to set the record straight - he never lost his love of football, but was desperate to win back his spot in the club's midfield.

Bikie cops life behind bars for sniper murder of rival

Bikie cops life behind bars for sniper murder of rival

Bikie cops life behind bars for sniper murder of rival

Bikie cops life behind bars for sniper murder of rival

A bikie who masterminded the public execution of a rival by a hired assassin will spend at least 34 years behind bars for the murder.

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More charges for man accused of mass terror attack plan

More charges for man accused of mass terror attack plan

A man charged with terrorism offences after allegedly plotting a "day of justice" worse than the Bondi attack has been hit with six more charges.

Glory back in 'The Lion' as ALM coach

Glory back in 'The Lion' as ALM coach

He's already produced a litany of viral press conference moments, and fans can expect more after Perth handed ALM coach Adam Griffiths a two-year extension.

Indigenous group claims landmark win over mining giant

Indigenous group claims landmark win over mining giant

An Aboriginal community has been awarded $150 million in compensation from one of the nation's richest mining companies, although it's far less than it wanted.

Gas project model pours cold water on emissions goal

Gas project model pours cold water on emissions goal

Modelling examining a $48 billion-plus offshore gas proposal has drawn conclusions on the likelihood of a major state reaching a 2050 emissions target.

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Police comb bushland for camper missing for months

Police comb bushland for camper missing for months

Police comb bushland for camper missing for months

Police comb bushland for camper missing for months

Three months after a hiker was last seen at a popular walking track, police have become increasingly concerned for the missing man's welfare.

Keep me down back: Eagle Ginbey happy where he is

Keep me down back: Eagle Ginbey happy where he is

Keep me down back: Eagle Ginbey happy where he is

Keep me down back: Eagle Ginbey happy where he is

West Coast star Reuben Ginbey will receive a much-needed helping hand in defence this week after Harry Edwards was named to take on Melbourne.

Thunderbirds smash Fever and soar into top spot

Thunderbirds smash Fever and soar into top spot

Thunderbirds smash Fever and soar into top spot

Thunderbirds smash Fever and soar into top spot

The Adelaide Thunderbirds have powered their way to the top of the Super Netball ladder on percentage with a 65-45 demolition of West Coast Fever in Perth.

Still 'our future': Eagles back Hewett to find mojo

Still 'our future': Eagles back Hewett to find mojo

Still 'our future': Eagles back Hewett to find mojo

Still 'our future': Eagles back Hewett to find mojo

Elijah Hewett has endured a disappointing start to the AFL season, but West Coast believe a stint in the WAFL will do him the world of good.

Fremantle flying, but captain cut down by knee injury

Fremantle flying, but captain cut down by knee injury

Fremantle flying, but captain cut down by knee injury

Fremantle flying, but captain cut down by knee injury

Fremantle are on the verge of equalling a club-record winning run, but captain Alex Pearce won't be there after suffering a knee injury against Hawthorn.

We got hit in the face: Hawks rue the one that got away

We got hit in the face: Hawks rue the one that got away

We got hit in the face: Hawks rue the one that got away

We got hit in the face: Hawks rue the one that got away

Hawthorn's 15-point loss to Fremantle came with the added blow of an injury to Tom Barrass, and coach Sam Mitchell wasn't happy after the match.

Freo unleash five-goal burst to sink Hawks in thriller

Freo unleash five-goal burst to sink Hawks in thriller

Freo unleash five-goal burst to sink Hawks in thriller

Freo unleash five-goal burst to sink Hawks in thriller

Hawthorn defender Tom Barrass is facing a period on the sidelines with injury on a bad night for his side as they lost by 15 points to Fremantle.

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Fuel bonus as WA posts eighth straight budget surplus

More than $1 billion in cost-of-living relief will be shared in Western Australia as the state capitalises on an iron ore uplift to bank another budget surplus.

Nothing cute for Freo in blockbuster clash with Hawks

Fremantle will be aiming to win their eighth straight game when they host Hawthorn on Thursday night, with both teams looking to flex their premiership muscle.

Hawks' Wizard keen to weave more magic out West

Hawthorn have had issues in attack to address ahead of their Thursday night blockbuster against Fremantle, but one forward shone in the draw with Collingwood.

IVF clinic embryo mix-up prompts trauma lawsuit

A couple who donated embryos that were mistakenly switched have claimed they are suffering psychiatric trauma in a lawsuit launched against a major IVF clinic.

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Author Craig Silvey admits child exploitation crimes

Australian author Craig Silvey has pleaded guilty to possessing and distributing child exploitation material, as prosecutors dropped two other charges.

He was still off-colour: Dockers back Voss to rebound

A number of Fremantle players have been grounded by illness in recent weeks, but coach Justin Longmuir is optimistic they are now over the worst of it.

Legendary footy broadcaster never went out of fashion

Legendary caller Dennis Cometti gave an enduring gift to Australian Rules football, leaving a permanent legacy, long-time colleague Bruce McAvaney says

Lynx lose masked WNBL hero in huge double blow

Ally Wilson was a star during her two seasons at Perth Lynx, but she is currently chasing her WNBA dream and will play for the Sydney Flames upon her return.

Thousands of homes promised in multibillion-dollar plan

Tens of thousands of new homes are expected to be built in one state under a $2 billion government investment that promises to give young buyers a leg up.

It's addictive: Aussie UFC star Salkilld does it again

West Australian Quillan Salkilld is fast becoming a sensation of the UFC lightweight division, and he hopes a crack at the title won't be too far away.

It'll be worth it: Eagles insist rebuild still on track

West Coast's rebuild has been put back in the spotlight following a horror five-week run, but coach Andrew McQualter is confident a bright future lies ahead.

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