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He gained a reputation as the proudly uninhibited billionaire mining boss behind Mineral Resources’ meteoric rise, but it was what Chris Ellison kept hidden that led to his downfall.

WA Day punters eager to put their feet up after a day exploring the festival will be able to grab a cold beer as they enjoy the smell of American-style barbecue and the sounds of live music.

A Fremantle dad has revealed how he went from working as a FIFO officer to making $2 million in three years.

Rio’s chief executive has apologised after a new workplace behaviour report found bullying had got worse and counts of sexual assault had increased, despite best efforts to overhaul the miner’s culture.

An escalating industrial campaign targeting Western Power has turned nasty, with interstate union muscle called in and launching a vulgar profanity-filled tirade against the CEO.

Major gas producers are demanding answers after plans for a levy on companies injecting carbon dioxide into the ground were accidentally revealed on a State Government department’s website. 

WA Day punters eager to put their feet up after a day exploring the festival will be able to grab a cold beer as they enjoy the smell of American-style barbecue and the sounds of live music.

A new report has revealed university executives’ pay, as union figures raise concerns over a lack of scrutiny of those in the top jobs.

A lucky West Australian has become an instant millionaire after securing an eye-watering division one win in Wednesday’s Millionaire Medley draw.

A father who had just won custody of his children was killed when he was allegedly run down in a rampage in Perth’s east on Tuesday.

At almost 17 years old, the girl weighed just 27 kilograms.

A lucky West Australian has become an instant millionaire after securing an eye-watering division one win in Wednesday’s Millionaire Medley draw.

A father who had just won custody of his children was killed when he was allegedly run down in a rampage in Perth’s east on Tuesday.

There has been a surprising twist in the Supreme Court case of the man accused of being behind the wheel of a boat which crashed in Mandurah, killing his wife and another woman.

There’s been a major twist in a boating tragedy which claimed the lives of two women, including the mother of young West Coast Eagles player.

Colleagues have remembered the 52-year-old as ‘generous, kind and caring’.

A huge rain band and severe thunderstorms will smash parts of WA, while a cold front threatens Perth.

The parents will spend their first night behind bars after a four-week trial where damning evidence was presented to the court about how the girl was allowed to become dangerously thin.

A huge rain band and severe thunderstorms will smash parts of WA, while a cold front threatens Perth.

UPDATE: A 29-year-old man has been charged with murder over the death of a Perth father in a deadly machete-wielding rampage in Bayswater.

A $2 million fund for research into the insidious shot-hole borer has been labelled ‘too little too late’, with local governments calling for urgent action to save Perth’s trees. 

A home improvements company manager has appeared in court charged with sexually assaulting a man he met following a night out at Crown casino.

A Floreat couple found guilty of starving their child claimed they only saw her as their ‘beautiful ballerina’ despite concerns.

A Kimberley man who assaulted his injured partner with her metal walking stick, broke her arm with a bass guitar, and threatened to kill her, has been sentenced to nearly eight years in jail.

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In an age where crowdfunding is all the rage, particularly after tourists have had an ugly mishap, this story about a WA cruise-loving couple comes with a warning worth heeding and a feel-good ending.

A 52-year-old father, thrilled to gain full custody of his kids, was tragically killed by a machete-wielding driver in Bayswater.

In an age where crowdfunding is all the rage, particularly after tourists have had an ugly mishap, this story about a WA cruise-loving couple comes with a warning worth heeding and a feel-good ending.

Perth Lord Mayor and Liberal candidate Basil Zempilas has launched a blistering tirade as his row with the state government over the East Perth Primary School intensifies.

A mining giant boss has apologised after a review into its workplace culture exposed multiple allegations of sexual assault, bullying and racism in the past year.

A mining giant boss has apologised after a review into its workplace culture exposed multiple allegations of sexual assault, bullying and racism in the past year.

Ask any young woman in the Perth dating scene about the impact of extreme male influencers, and you may hear some horrifying stories.

Ask any young woman in the Perth dating scene about the impact of extreme male influencers, and you may hear some horrifying stories.

A Mandurah businessman who complained about kids in eateries has been banned from his own restaurant after being charged with child sex offences.

Emergency services rushed to the scene after the 18-year-old’s motorbike smashed into a hatchback.

Hospitals are not the most popular places to be but one massive change has given Aussies at this private health carer’s medical facilities reason to smile.

A man who died after being hit by a machete-wielding driver was working for a Metronet sub-contractor to do maintenance on the new Bayswater station, it can be revealed.

Hospitals are not the most popular places to be but one massive change has given Aussies at this private health carer’s medical facilities reason to smile.

Housing Minister John Carey has insisted the Government’s goal of 5000 social and affordable homes over four years is ambitious and ‘on target’.

Just one-third of residents in the Shire of Murray can access medical care when needed, a new survey has found. 

A review into global miner Rio Tinto’s workplace culture has found a disturbing battle of the sexes emerging as it struggles to make progress on a raft of changes.

Just one-third of residents in the Shire of Murray can access medical care when needed, a new survey has found. 

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Individuals and smalls businesses are paying a higher price for cyber-attacks, a new report reveals, as the nation’s cyber security agency is flooded with calls about possible crimes.

The popularity of cat enclosures is growing as owners look to better the life of their feline friends (and the environment).

Some of Mandurah’s best and brightest businesses were recognised on Saturday night at the 2024 Alcoa Peel Business Excellence Awards. 

Libby Mettam faces pressure over her leadership as speculation grows about the Liberals’ future; Zempilas rises as a key contender.

WA’s environmental watchdog will get renewed focus as housing, the $7B Westport project, and a third desalination plant rise in priority.

A survey shows many West Australians lack knowledge about local minerals, despite the industry contributing $99b to the economy.

A controversial Buddhist monastery in the City of Kwinana will go ahead despite strong opposition from the community, on the condition there will be no singing or chanting.