Top Stories Politics Courts General Finance Sport World FactCheck

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Support AAP with a free or paid subscription

Subscribe to AAP News Download our app

Latest news: Western Australia

Cotton debuts as Boomers crush minnows Guam

Cotton debuts as Boomers crush minnows Guam

Tyrese Proctor has put on a shooting clinic and Bryce Cotton dazzled in his Boomers debut as Australia trounced Guam in a World Cup qualifier in Perth.

Giants' fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights

Giants' fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights

Giants' fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights

Giants' fearless debutant readies for AFL heavyweights

GWS are looking to get their AFL season back on track, although they now face the high-flying Fremantle, who are on course to topple records.

Doctor accused of molesting kids caught by vigilante

Doctor accused of molesting kids caught by vigilante

Doctor accused of molesting kids caught by vigilante

Doctor accused of molesting kids caught by vigilante

A vigilante posing as a child on social media allegedly caught a pediatrician, now charged with child sex offences, and reported him, a court has been told.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Eagles go on the defensive with out-of-form forward

Eagles go on the defensive with out-of-form forward

Jack Williams has struggled as a forward this year with just two behinds from four games, but he's set to play as a key defender against Adelaide on Friday.

Eagles optimistic AFL career not over for key back

Eagles optimistic AFL career not over for key back

The injury absences of Harry Edwards and Reuben Ginbey have left West Coast exposed in defence, and Friday night's bout with Adelaide is another challenge.

AI-assisted face-scanning tech nabbing wanted people

AI-assisted face-scanning tech nabbing wanted people

A state police force was all smiles after three suspects were arrested using a real-time facial recognition camera system in front of media.

It's an honour: Cotton pumped for overdue Boomers debut

It's an honour: Cotton pumped for overdue Boomers debut

A bureaucratic technicality cost Bryce Cotton the chance to represent Australia at the 2024 Olympics, but his path to LA 2028 looks promising.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Subdivision reform could trigger a backyard bonanza

Subdivision reform could trigger a backyard bonanza

Subdivision reform could trigger a backyard bonanza

Subdivision reform could trigger a backyard bonanza

Reforms to slash red tape and tackle the housing supply crisis in WA are being investigated, as the state government eyes similar changes across the country.

Dream switch: former Dee thriving at flying Fremantle

Dream switch: former Dee thriving at flying Fremantle

Dream switch: former Dee thriving at flying Fremantle

Dream switch: former Dee thriving at flying Fremantle

Judd McVee has slotted seamlessly into Fremantle's backline, with the former Demon helping the Dockers become the best defensive unit in the league.

Watchdog backed in landmark rejection of regional Coles

Watchdog backed in landmark rejection of regional Coles

Watchdog backed in landmark rejection of regional Coles

Watchdog backed in landmark rejection of regional Coles

A key business group in a mining town with six supermarkets has thrown its support behind a decision to block Coles from opening a new store.

'Two steps forward': Longmuir praises unsung Dockers

'Two steps forward': Longmuir praises unsung Dockers

'Two steps forward': Longmuir praises unsung Dockers

'Two steps forward': Longmuir praises unsung Dockers

While the Caleb Serongs of the world will take centre stage, Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir knows the Dockers' AFL finals charge is built on under-rated stars.

Eagles premiership player Cripps calls it quits

Eagles premiership player Cripps calls it quits

Eagles premiership player Cripps calls it quits

Eagles premiership player Cripps calls it quits

West Coast premiership forward Jamie Cripps has retired, citing a debilitating knee injury and the desire to spend more time with his children.

More charges for pediatrician accused of molesting kids

More charges for pediatrician accused of molesting kids

More charges for pediatrician accused of molesting kids

More charges for pediatrician accused of molesting kids

A child-sex-accused pediatrician has been slugged with a slew of fresh charges, as a court hears there could be seven more victims.

Setting Suns lower sights to AFL wildcard round

Setting Suns lower sights to AFL wildcard round

Setting Suns lower sights to AFL wildcard round

Setting Suns lower sights to AFL wildcard round

Gold Coast have slumped to a fifth straight loss on the back of their 51-point defeat to Fremantle, but coach Damien Hardwick isn't giving up on the season yet.

Factual. Independent. Impartial.

Subscribe to AAP News

Already a member? Sign in here

Dockers backman feels the love as win streak hits 14

Fremantle have shot two games clear on top of the ladder following their 51-point hammering of Gold Coast, with Brennan Cox one of the unsung heroes.

Suns humbled as Dockers snare sweet revenge in Perth

Fremantle have avenged last year's one-point elimination final loss to Gold Coast with a 51-point romp in Sunday's rematch at a rocking Optus Stadium.

Force upset Tahs to break Super Rugby Women hoodoo

The Western Force have pulled off a stellar second half comeback to end the NSW Waratahs 37-0 unbeaten streak against Australian opponents.

Worst match-up ever: star Docker has tongues wagging

Fremantle ruckman Luke Jackson is being tipped to cause more havoc when the Dockers attempt to snare their 14th win in a row in Sunday's clash with Gold Coast.

Access five free articles per month

Subscription Options

Already a member? Sign in here

Fortescue boss issues warning after harassment lawsuit

Fortescue boss Andrew Forrest has sent a warning to employees in the wake of a lawsuit alleging widespread sexual harassment at the company's mining camps.

Housing, immigration triggered threat against PM, Minns

A man who threatened to kill the prime minister and NSW premier in a hateful, anti-Semitic social media message has been sentenced to a suspended jail term.

Locked in: Sheezel signs with Kangaroos until 2032

Star midfielder Harry Sheezel has signed a contract extension with North Melbourne as the club attempt to snap a 10-year finals drought.

'We'll look at it': how Freo plan to protect Jackson

Fremantle ruckman Luke Jackson has thrust himself into Brownlow medal contention with a series of hot displays, but how will things change with Sean Darcy back?

Keep the lid on: why Blues ruck isn't thinking finals

A revival under Carlton interim coach Josh Fraser has rekindled hope for a late finals bid, but ruck Marc Pittonet says thinking of September is premature.

Dockers make big ruck call, Weitering still not ready

Mason Cox has lost his position as Fremantle's second ruck option, with his lean run of form costing him a spot for Sunday's clash with Gold Coast.

Podcaster who murdered lover amid rental spat cops life

A service station attendant turned podcaster who fatally knifed his girlfriend after a spat over the state of her home has been sentenced to life in prison.

Topics

Politics Crime, Law and Justice New South Wales Victoria Queensland Australian Rules Football Economy, Business and Finance Western Australia Rugby Union South Australia Police Basketball Homicide Summer Olympics Sexual Assault Children Australian Capital Territory Mining Consumers Retail

No opinion, no spin, no agenda.

Support AAP News

Already a member?
Sign in here