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'Nerves high' as Labor closes in on state poll victory

'Nerves high' as Labor closes in on state poll victory

Labor is being universally tipped to win in Saturday's WA poll, but Premier Roger Cook says he is nervous and the contest will be tight.

New coach McQualter details blueprint for Eagles rise

New coach McQualter details blueprint for Eagles rise

New coach McQualter details blueprint for Eagles rise

New coach McQualter details blueprint for Eagles rise

Andrew McQualter says he's demanding a tough, fast and dynamic style of play as he prepares for his first season as West Coast coach.

Labor eyes third term with $3.4b state poll cash splash

Labor eyes third term with $3.4b state poll cash splash

Labor eyes third term with $3.4b state poll cash splash

Labor eyes third term with $3.4b state poll cash splash

Australia's wealthiest state could spend billions of dollars on election promises if Labor is re-elected for a third term as an election draws closer.

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Premier sorry for calling US Vice President 'a knob'

Premier sorry for calling US Vice President 'a knob'

The WA election campaign has veered off course into international territory, with Premier Roger Cook apologising for calling the US Vice President "a knob".

UFC star Erceg out to prove he doesn't deserve bum rap

UFC star Erceg out to prove he doesn't deserve bum rap

Steve Erceg is on a two-fight losing skid, but a win over former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno in Mexico will thrust him back into title calculations.

Fremantle midfield star Brayshaw re-signs until 2031

Fremantle midfield star Brayshaw re-signs until 2031

Fremantle star Andrew Brayshaw has become the 16th player to commit to the Dockers until 2027 or beyond after signing a new six-year contract.

Housing and crime as parties sharpen election pitches

Housing and crime as parties sharpen election pitches

Labor vows to turbocharge home building and the Liberals pledge the toughest bail and parole laws in state history as the parties count down to election day.

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Dockers shoot down Luke Jackson trade rumours

Dockers shoot down Luke Jackson trade rumours

Dockers shoot down Luke Jackson trade rumours

Dockers shoot down Luke Jackson trade rumours

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says Luke Jackson has told the club that he is happy and not looking to move back to Melbourne at the end of the AFL season.

Petracca, Oliver star, but Dockers exorcise Demons

Petracca, Oliver star, but Dockers exorcise Demons

Petracca, Oliver star, but Dockers exorcise Demons

Petracca, Oliver star, but Dockers exorcise Demons

Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver have put on star displays, but Melbourne's inaccuracy in front of goal cost them dearly in a 19-point loss to Fremantle.

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

The Queensland Reds are 2-0 following their 28-24 win over the Western Force, with scrumhalf Tate McDermott playing a key role in their latest win.

Campaigning ramps up as poll day looms

Campaigning ramps up as poll day looms

Campaigning ramps up as poll day looms

Campaigning ramps up as poll day looms

Voters have a week to decide how they'll cast their ballot in the nation's wealthiest state as election campaigning hits full speed.

Windler inspires Wildcats' NBL Playoff fightback win

Windler inspires Wildcats' NBL Playoff fightback win

Windler inspires Wildcats' NBL Playoff fightback win

Windler inspires Wildcats' NBL Playoff fightback win

The Perth Wildcats have delivered a stunning fightback to force their NBL Playoff series with Melbourne United to a Game 3.

Reds snatch thrilling win over Force with last-gasp try

Reds snatch thrilling win over Force with last-gasp try

Reds snatch thrilling win over Force with last-gasp try

Reds snatch thrilling win over Force with last-gasp try

Queensland Reds winger Filipo Daugunu has scored a last-gasp try to lift his side to a thrilling four-point win over the Western Force at HBF Park.

Sub-10-second sprint breakthrough beckons for Kennedy

Sub-10-second sprint breakthrough beckons for Kennedy

Sub-10-second sprint breakthrough beckons for Kennedy

Sub-10-second sprint breakthrough beckons for Kennedy

Rising sprint star Lachlan Kennedy and Bree Rizzo both teased Australian 100m records on a lightning night of sprinting at the Perth Track Classic.

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Eagles ride like the wind to round up wayward Kangaroos

West Coast made the most of a strong breeze in the final term to beat North Melbourne by two points in their pre-season game at Bunbury, south of Perth.

Force, Brumbies draw in post-siren Super W thriller

The Western Force have come from behind to secure a Super W draw with the Brumbies, but they had to rely on a missed penalty after the final siren.

Claims of healthcare crisis as state election nears

The peak body for doctors says Western Australia's health system is in crisis, as the major parties promise a licensing centre and support for seniors.

'I saw him get hit,' witness tells murder trial

One of Cassius Turvey's close schoolmates has told a murder trial he witnessed a skinny man with a mullet assault the Indigenous teenager.

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Small business pledge as political parties trade blows

Labor has promised to provide dozens of small business development grants in a state election pitch as Liberals pledge millions of dollars for community groups.

Seaplane engine tear-down could offer fatal crash clues

The engine of a seaplane that crashed near a tourist island, killing three passengers, will be deconstructed in the hope it will shed light on the cause.

Hamstring injury rules Docker Young out of round one

Fremantle will kick off their season against Geelong without gun midfielder Hayden Young after he re-injured his hamstring.

Electric buses promised as conservatives target Labor

WA Labor has promised to build hundreds of electric buses if it's re-elected as the Liberal and National parties head to the regions to woo voters.

Teen hit with stick as witness tells of death fear

A young man with Cassius Turvey on the day he was allegedly fatally attacked has told a murder trial he saw two men hitting the Indigenous teenager.

Aussie quick Behrendorff walks away from state cricket

Jason Behrendorff has confirmed he has played his last game of 50-over cricket, with the left-armer to only feature on the global Twenty20 franchise circuit.

'He kept saying he was fine,' Cassius murder trial told

Two teens with Cassius Turvey on the day he was allegedly bashed with a metal pole have told a murder trial they found him with head injuries.

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