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  1. Politics PremiumMelissa Price backs new Liberal Leader Angus Taylor

  2. Australian Idol Karratha musician Cody James makes top 30 on Australian Idol

  3. Infrastructure Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements in East Pilbara

  4. Fire saleDefence site sale hits Karratha

  5. WeatherCommentsWA braces for destructive cyclone this weekend

Fish species at the similar King Artificial Reef near Exmouth.

Fishing PremiumArtificial reef to create prime fishing spot in the Pilbara

A new artificial reef which is expected to create a new marine habitat and boost recreational fishing opportunities in the Pilbara has been installed near Rosemary Island in the Dampier Archipelago. 

Cain Andrews

Thousands of dead bait fish were discovered at John’s Creek Boat Harbour in Point Samson on February 5, thought to be caused by tide and heat-related issues.

Fish killVideoPremiumJohn’s Creek Boat Harbour fish kill

Thousands of dead baitfish have been discovered at John’s Creek Boat Harbour near Point Samson this morning, thought to be caused by low tides and heat related issues. 

Cain Andrews

Cane toads are a biosecurity threat to the Pilbara.

Toad invasion PremiumCane toads set to reach Pilbara by 2041

Cane toads could colonise up to three quarters of the Pilbara by 2041 if action isn’t taken to hold back the horde of amphibians, according to a new study from Curtin University. 

Cain Andrews

The Onslow Boat Regatta was a hit on January 26.

Boating Onslow Boat Regatta returns as Australia Day highlight

The Australia Day Onslow Boat Regatta brought the community together for a day of racing, beach games and celebration

Phoebe Solon

The Dampier Port.

Port upgrades Dampier Port link bridge to be finished by end of 2026

Pilbara Ports has found a contractor for stage two of the Dampier Link Bridge, a 57m link bridge that will connect the Dampier Cargo Wharf to the Dampier Bulk Handling Facility.

Cain Andrews

Linda Daniel Rowlands.

ArtPremiumRoebourne hosts Radical Futures: Rematriation art exhibition

In celebration of International Women’s Day this March, Roebourne will host the opening of Radical Futures: Rematriation, an art exhibition honouring female matriarchs. 

Cain Andrews

The Y Newman Kayak Club Giving Young People Safer Pathways On and Off the Water

Community sport PremiumPremiumNewman kayak club

The Kayak Club, established by The Y Newman through its Pakala Jijikaja Yankuni-la (Get up Young People let’s go) Program, has found a new home at the Shire of East Pilbara’s Newman Aquatic Centre

Martumili Artists, Corban Clause Williams and Judith Anya Samson, are taking their stories of the Pilbara, Martu culture and deep connections to Country interstate this month, presenting major solo exhibitions at this year’s Melbourne art fair.

Art PremiumPremiumPilbara artists at Melbourne Art Fair

Martumili artists Corban Clause Williams and Judith Anya Samson are taking their stories of the Pilbara interstate this month, presenting major solo exhibitions at the Melbourne Art Fair.

Housing development in the East Pilbara is set to benefit from a share of up to $12.6 million through the Cook Government’s Infrastructure Development Fund (IDF), with funding to support new community and key worker homes in Kiwirrkurra.

Housing Infrastructure Development Fund Stream 3 announced

Housing development in the East Pilbara is set to benefit from a share of up to $12.6 million through the Cook Government’s Infrastructure Development Fund

Broome Mardi Gras returns this week.

Mardi Gras One week to the biggest Pride in regional Australia

Broome’s biggest rainbow tropical celebration is gearing up a chock-a-block entertainment program for Broome Mardi Gras 2026, including major UK dance artists set to light up the Kimberley.

Phoebe Solon

Heart of Australia’s mobile lunch cancer screening clinic, HEART7, will be in Roebourne from February 23-24 and Exmouth February 26-27.

Health Heart of Australia mobile lung cancer screening clinic

Heart of Australia, a mobile specialist healthcare provider, will visit the Pilbara at the end of February to deliver the National Lung Cancer Screening Program

Phoebe Solon

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David James Pye has been found guilty of masterminding the shooting.

Courts & JusticeVideoPremiumJudge finds bikie guilty of organising Perth Motorplex hit

A WA Supreme Court judge has found David James Pye guilty over the assassination of late Rebels bikie kingpin Nick Martin at the Perth Motorplex in December 2020. 

Charlton Hart

British sailors are being forced to remain on board a nuclear-powered submarine off the Western Australian.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Sailors stuck on submarine off WA amid Rottnest swim

A British nuclear-powered submarine has been forced to remain offshore near Perth after the Rottnest Channel Swim blocked its planned entry into HMAS Stirling.

Andrew Greene

A Manning man is behind bars after he was allegedly caught becoming pen pals with convicted paedophiles and murderers across various prisons around the globe. 

Courts & JusticePremiumHorror as WA man jailed after child exploitation finds

A Manning man is behind bars after becoming pen pals with paedophiles and murderers in prisons across the globe. 

Jessica Evensen

Murphy Reid is primed for a big season.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Murphy’s Law: Reid reveals mantra that’s driving his success

Fremantle’s Rising Star Murphy Reid looks set to rise to another level in 2026, and he’s explained his approach to becoming an even better player during an exclusive interview with The West Australian.

Craig O'Donoghue

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Raymond Reddington, who changed his name from Maxwell Robert Fulton and is on trial accused of murdering his wife Sharon Fulton (inset) in 1986.

Courts & JusticePremiumAccused husband chooses not testifying at cold case trial

The man who had been married to Sharon Fulton for 19 years when she was last seen at their Duncraig home on March 18, 1986, has elected not to give evidence at his long-awaited murder trial.

Rebecca Le May

Geraldton police officer Stuart Parsonage pictured in 2021 Phoebe Pin

Crime & CourtsPremiumIdentity revealed of WA cop accused of unlawful surveillance

A Geraldton police officer charged with a series of offences over the alleged unlawful use of computers and surveillance devices has been a no show in court for medical reasons.

Kate Campbell

David James Pye is accused of paying a gun-for-hire $150,000 to kill Nick Martin in December 2020.

Courts & JusticePremiumPremiumJudge to deliver verdict in Motorplex murder of Rebels boss

A WA Supreme Court judge will deliver his verdict on Friday in the case against David James Pye, the rival bikie accused of orchestrating the 2020 assassination of Rebels boss Nick Martin at Perth Motorplex.

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor on the day he was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

PoliticsUK considers removing Andrew from royal succession line

The British ‌government will mull new legislation to remove Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the line ‌of ‌royal ⁠succession.

Police Commissioner Col Blanch on Wednesday confirmed the active investigation by his officers had come to an end and it was now ‘under control of the coroner’.

CrimePremiumPremiumPolice give update on Mosman Park murder-suicide probe

The State’s top cop has revealed how the investigation into the family’s cause of death is progressing.

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Kaarla Wirren fire and picnic event.

TravelKaarla Wirren fires up Albany 2026

Stephen Scourfield

Stephen Scourfield

Spectrum Theatre is staging two one-act plays for its opening production of 2026.

opening numberOne-act plays set to open Spectrum’s 2026 theatre season

Spectrum Theatre is starting 2026 with a bang, returning from summer holidays after the success of A Composite Arrangement with two one-act plays. 

Jacki Elezovich

Kalgoorlie Courthouse.

Courts & Justice PremiumStalker fears he will lose war medals and dad’s ashes

An Esperance man who stalked his ex-girlfriend says he is at risk of losing his dad’s ashes and grandfather’s war medals while he remains in custody ahead of sentencing.

Tegan Guthrie

No.101 Brookman Street is the former Coles and Kmart site.

Brookman Street PremiumPremiumDeveloper eyeing off Brookman Street lot gets time extension

An unknown developer eyeing off a prominent parcel of land in the Kalgoorlie central business district has been given another five months to complete due diligence

Freya and David Hogg during their time in Esperance.

Tourism harassmentPremiumPremiumAnti-tourists rattle visitors

What was meant to be a road trip of a lifetime to celebrate his wife’s 50th birthday and revisit his old hometown instead became a terrifying experience for David Hogg.

West Aussies are being encouraged to go on road trips.

Road TripsPremiumPremiumWest Aussies inspired to hit the road less travelled

West Australians are encouraged to hit the road and discover the lesser explored parts of the State through a new regional tourism campaign by Australia’s Golden Outback.

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Before the Covid pandemic, Chinese consumers accounted for about one-third of the global luxury goods market.

CNBC newsPremiumLunar New Year gives brands chance to win back big spenders

Luxury brands from Harry Winston to Loewe are going all in on Lunar New Year collections in a bid to attract Chinese customers.

Hayley Cuccinello

China’s property market, once accounting for more than a quarter of the economy, has seen its annual sales volume halve in just four years.

CNBC newsPremiumS&P bets China property slump will be worse than expected

S&P Global Ratings has lowered its forecast for China property sales this year, barely two months into 2026.

Evelyn Cheng

Chinese coffee giant Luckin opened its first flagship with premium drinks as the company takes on Starbucks Reserve.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumThere’s a coffee war brewing in China (and now in the US)

As Starbucks sells off most of its China business, local rival Luckin Coffee is expanding into higher-priced cold brews and other drinks. It’s also expanding its footprint in the US.

Evelyn Cheng

Elon Musk's mega-merger

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumSpaceX primed to make Elon Musk the first trillionaire

Elon Musk’s net worth soared past $US800b last week after he merged SpaceX with xAI in a deal that valued the combined entity at $US1.25 trillion.

Robert Frank and Lora Kolodny

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Chinese bulk carrier YU XIAO FENG pictured 2nd from right at anchor near Garden Island.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Chinese ship prompts sub security fears from top UK official

A senior British official has stressed the importance of protective security measures for a visiting UK sub after it pulled into HMAS Stirling naval base close to where a Chinese vessel has been stationed.

Andrew Greene

A bushfire is threatening lives and homes near Bunbury, with residents urged to act immediately to survive.

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Bushfire near Bunbury downgraded as firies battle blaze

A bushfire near Bunbury has been downgraded to a watch and act level but a possible threat to lives and homes remains.

Chloe Maher

New Metronet trains ‘made in WA’ likely won’t operate across the majority of the passenger network for years to come with the Cook Government uncommitted to delivering crucial upgrades. 

State PoliticsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumMidland station opens as Metronet project officially ends

The Cook Government has no timeline for crucial upgrades to allow new WA-made Metronet trains to run across the majority of Perth’s rail network, despite the multi-billion-dollar program’s completion.

The moped was left wedged under the 4WD.

Disaster and EmergencyPremiumPremium Teenager rushed to hospital after moped collides with 4WD

A teenage motorist was rushed to hospital following a bad crash which left his moped wedged under a 4WD in Perth’s north. 

Police say the same man was responsible for two recent attempts to break into cash-dispensing ATMs in Perth’s north, including a failed heist inside a Balcatta shopping centre last week.

CrimePremiumPremiumATM wannabe thief charged after forklift robbery attempt

Police say the same man was responsible for two recent attempts to break into cash-dispensing ATMs in Perth’s north, including a failed heist inside a Balcatta shopping centre last week.

HMS Anson has arrived at Perth’s HMAS Stirling naval base

WA NewsCommentsUK’s only operational nuclear submarine arrives in WA

One of the United Kingdom’s only operationally available nuclear submarines has docked at Perth’s HMAS Stirling naval base following a slight delay caused by the annual Rottnest channel swim.

Caitlin Vinci and Andrew Greene