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'Critters still here': Ningaloo Reef survives cyclone

'Critters still here': Ningaloo Reef survives cyclone

A marine scientist says the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef has sustained minimal damage after copping a battering from a category four cyclone.

We were 'pathetic': Eagles leaders cop the blame

We were 'pathetic': Eagles leaders cop the blame

We were 'pathetic': Eagles leaders cop the blame

We were 'pathetic': Eagles leaders cop the blame

West Coast's 128-point loss to Sydney is the fifth largest defeat in the club's history, and the team's leaders are taking it to heart.

Cyclone's impact set to push supermarket prices higher

Cyclone's impact set to push supermarket prices higher

Cyclone's impact set to push supermarket prices higher

Cyclone's impact set to push supermarket prices higher

Shoppers will pay more for fruit and vegetables in the nation's most isolated capital city after a tropical cyclone tore through a food bowl region.

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Star Fremantle midfielder to remain on sidelines

Star Fremantle midfielder to remain on sidelines

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says a key pair of players will spend another week on the sidelines and miss the Gather Round clash against Collingwood.

Not just about goals: Swans give Curnow the early tick

Not just about goals: Swans give Curnow the early tick

Charlie Curnow is yet to set the world on fire at the Swans, but his impact has helped Sydney make a flying start to the season.

Famed commentator to receive state send-off

Famed commentator to receive state send-off

Renowned broadcaster Dennis Cometti will receive a state memorial service in Western Australia, giving the public a chance to say farewell.

Eagles back in Harley Reid after torrid Sydney showing

Eagles back in Harley Reid after torrid Sydney showing

West Coast players didn't help Harley Reid enough while the young star was dealing with a tight tag against Sydney, according to Eagles coach Andrew McQualter.

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'Electric' Swans deliver hapless Eaglesre reality check

'Electric' Swans deliver hapless Eaglesre reality check

'Electric' Swans deliver hapless Eaglesre reality check

'Electric' Swans deliver hapless Eaglesre reality check

Sydney have celebrated Tom Papley's 200-game milestone in grand style, kicking the first 11 goals of the match on the way to a 128-point win over West Coast.

How Swans plan to keep Warner out of Eagles' reach

How Swans plan to keep Warner out of Eagles' reach

How Swans plan to keep Warner out of Eagles' reach

How Swans plan to keep Warner out of Eagles' reach

West Coast's rebuild is suddenly looking good, and they are set to make another big play on Sydney superstar Chad Warner either this year or next.

Collard to face tribunal for alleged homophobic slur

Collard to face tribunal for alleged homophobic slur

Collard to face tribunal for alleged homophobic slur

Collard to face tribunal for alleged homophobic slur

Lance Collard's swinging high hit on a VFL opponent has already earned him a suspension but it's an alleged homophobic slur that has put his career in jeopardy.

Not fair: Matildas pan Asian Cup pay inequality

Not fair: Matildas pan Asian Cup pay inequality

Not fair: Matildas pan Asian Cup pay inequality

Not fair: Matildas pan Asian Cup pay inequality

Matildas players have been let upset at the lack of prize money on offer at the 2026 Women's Asian Cup, and they want future events to match the men's pay.

'They're everywhere': fresh rural mouse plague warning

'They're everywhere': fresh rural mouse plague warning

'They're everywhere': fresh rural mouse plague warning

'They're everywhere': fresh rural mouse plague warning

Farmers are being overrun by mice in some rural areas, with scientists warning the rodents could cause havoc for the agricultural sector.

Fowler, Carpenter missing from Matildas squad

Fowler, Carpenter missing from Matildas squad

Fowler, Carpenter missing from Matildas squad

Fowler, Carpenter missing from Matildas squad

Mary Fowler and Ellie Carpenter will be among the big names missing when the Matildas take on some lowly ranked opponents in Africa this month.

'Day of justice': alleged terror prepper mulled Bondi

'Day of justice': alleged terror prepper mulled Bondi

'Day of justice': alleged terror prepper mulled Bondi

'Day of justice': alleged terror prepper mulled Bondi

A man charged with terrorism offences was allegedly plotting a "day of justice" and wrote about the Bondi attack in his diary, a bail hearing has been told.

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Fishing ban plan political and unscientific, court told

Commercial fishers are challenging a controversial government decision that has permanently banned trawling over parts of a vast coastline.

Reds' alert as Lomax gets green light for rugby debut

Former NRL star Zac Lomax is ready to go after being named on the bench for the Western Force's Super Rugby clash with the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.

Let's build him up: Eagles play it safe with Starcevich

West Coast's prized recruit Brandon Starcevich will miss at least six to eight weeks after suffering a series of calf injuries this year.

'Nature is bashing us': cyclone-hit towns mop up again

Cyclone Narelle left a trail of destruction across Western Australia's northwest in a double whammy for the region, as it grapples with rising fuel costs.

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'Good luck to him': Reds roll out Lomax welcome mat

The Queensland Reds expect rugby league convert Zac Lomax to make his debut when the Western Force visit on Easter Saturday.

'Bring her home' son's vow over missing murdered mother

A man sentenced to life in prison for murdering his wife and disposing of her body in 1986 is likely to die in jail, as his son vows to find his missing mother.

Gambling and welfare issues dog greyhound racing boons

Greyhound racing's problems cost more than its economic benefits, a report has found, as one state weighs up the future of the sport.

Aiken-George stars as Fever thrash winless Giants

West Coast Fever goal shooter Romelda Aiken-George has matched her career-high tally of 53 goals in a 19-goal win over the Giants at RAC Arena.

Crops flattened, towns smashed by rampaging cyclone

Bananas, livestock and vegetables have felt the brunt of Cyclone Narelle as communities clean up following the brutal storm.

Lomax joins Force brains trust as rugby debut nears

Former NRL star Zac Lomax warmed up with his new Force teammates before joining the coaches in the box during Saturday's 24-14 loss to the Chiefs.

Brave Western Force go down to Chiefs in Perth

The Western Force will be ruing their inability to make the most of an important numerical advantage during a crucial time of their 24-14 loss to the Chiefs.

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