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Fresh forensic search in mineshaft murder probe

Fresh forensic search in mineshaft murder probe

A fresh search of an abandoned mineshaft where a murdered prospector's body was found comes after a potential lead was discovered by a member of the public.

Man admits manslaughter over bushland explosion

Man admits manslaughter over bushland explosion

Man admits manslaughter over bushland explosion

Man admits manslaughter over bushland explosion

Jack Kinneen was four-wheel-driving with friends in bushland when he was killed in an explosion caused by a fire deliberately lit by Christopher Keith Fox.

Aish could miss multiple AFL matches after Mansell bump

Aish could miss multiple AFL matches after Mansell bump

Aish could miss multiple AFL matches after Mansell bump

Aish could miss multiple AFL matches after Mansell bump

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir fears wingman James Aish could miss more than a fortnight because of concussion after a high bump from Richmond's Rhyan Mansell.

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World Cup glory on home soil 'ultimate dream': Sam Kerr

World Cup glory on home soil 'ultimate dream': Sam Kerr

Sam Kerr is preparing to have the nation's expectations on her shoulders when the Matildas launch their quest for a maiden World Cup title on home soil.

Protester charged with 'harming' Woodside employees

Protester charged with 'harming' Woodside employees

Prosecutors allege four Woodside employees suffered harm after a protester allegedly released a non-toxic stench gas at the company's Perth headquarters.

WA inks deal to bring rail car manufacturing to Pilbara

WA inks deal to bring rail car manufacturing to Pilbara

An almost $7 million funding boost from the Western Australian government will help bring iron ore rail car manufacturing to the Pilbara.

Murder charge for man accused of running over constable

Murder charge for man accused of running over constable

Reagan Ainsley Chown, 23, has fronted a Perth court charged with the murder of a West Australian police officer who was run over and pinned under a car.

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Murder charge looms after young constable dies on duty

Murder charge looms after young constable dies on duty

Murder charge looms after young constable dies on duty

Murder charge looms after young constable dies on duty

Police expect to lay a murder charge against the Perth driver accused of running over Constable Anthony Woods, who succumbed to his injuries in hospital.

AFL player Marlion Pickett bailed on burglary charges

AFL player Marlion Pickett bailed on burglary charges

AFL player Marlion Pickett bailed on burglary charges

AFL player Marlion Pickett bailed on burglary charges

Richmond Football Club player Marlion Pickett has been granted bail after facing a Perth court on allegations he was involved in several commercial burglaries.

AFL player Marlion Pickett in custody over burglaries

AFL player Marlion Pickett in custody over burglaries

AFL player Marlion Pickett in custody over burglaries

AFL player Marlion Pickett in custody over burglaries

The Richmond Football Club says it will continue to support Marlion Pickett, who was remanded in Perth over a series of burglaries.

Tigers aim to keep charge going for Cotchin's 300th

Tigers aim to keep charge going for Cotchin's 300th

Tigers aim to keep charge going for Cotchin's 300th

Tigers aim to keep charge going for Cotchin's 300th

Richmond have thrust themselves back into the finals mix, and they'll be aiming to make it three wins in a row for Trent Cotchin's 300-game milestone.

Shai Bolton shines as Tigers beat Dockers in the wet

Shai Bolton shines as Tigers beat Dockers in the wet

Shai Bolton shines as Tigers beat Dockers in the wet

Shai Bolton shines as Tigers beat Dockers in the wet

Richmond speedster Shai Bolton has tallied 33 disposals as the Tigers survived a late Fremantle fightback in a 15-point AFL win in Perth.

Tigers aim to keep Fremantle's high-flyers grounded

Tigers aim to keep Fremantle's high-flyers grounded

Tigers aim to keep Fremantle's high-flyers grounded

Tigers aim to keep Fremantle's high-flyers grounded

The Tigers aim to nullify the Dockers' in-form defence as Fremantle aim to make it five AFL wins on the trot when they host Richmond at Optus Stadium.

Man faces court as constable hit by car fights for life

Man faces court as constable hit by car fights for life

Man faces court as constable hit by car fights for life

Man faces court as constable hit by car fights for life

A 23-year-old man has appeared in court after allegedly being behind the wheel of a stolen vehicle when a police officer was run over and critically injured.

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'Heavily missed' Jack Darling to bolster Eagles attack

Premiership forward Jack Darling will be aiming to recapture his 2019 All-Australian form when he makes his return from a fractured arm against Adelaide.

Nicks urges Crows to mark Walker's milestone with a win

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says Crows players must defeat West Coast to celebrate stalwart Taylor Walker's 250th AFL game.

Rat-plagued youth detention centre in 'acute crisis'

An independent inspector has described Perth's Banksia Hill youth detention centre as being in acute crisis, with major riots exacerbating longstanding issues.

Bomber Wright to face Blues, Bulldogs ring changes

Essendon will be bolstered by Peter Wright playing his first game of the AFL season against Carlton, while the Western Bulldogs have swung the selection axe.

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Police officer run over by car with stolen plates

A West Australian police officer is in hospital in a critical condition after being run over in Perth's east while pursuing a car with stolen plates.

New WA premier pledges fair, inclusive leadership

Western Australia's newly sworn-in 31st premier has described the honour as a privilege and paid tribute to his parents for shaping his values.

New minister to reform troubled youth detention centre

Police Minister Paul Papalia will take the unenviable job of overseeing youth detention in Western Australia after riots and claims of human rights violations.

Eagles coach proud despite lack of De Goey payback

Collingwood star Jordan De Goey has escaped with a three-week ban for his brutal bump on West Coast midfielder Elijah Hewett.

West Coast's Nic Naitanui ruled out for AFL season

The AFL future of Nic Naitanui is up in the air after scans revealed the star West Coast ruckman requires season-ending surgery on his troublesome Achilles.

Dockers urged to 'maintain the rage' as Tigers prowl

In-form Fremantle, missing ruckman Sean Darcy and midfielder Jaeger O'Meara, have been warned to keep their focus ahead of a danger game against Richmond.

Eagles star ruckman Nic Naitanui sidelined indefinitely

West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui faces an uphill battle to play this year due to an ongoing Achilles tendon issue.

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