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WA's Ebola risk is low, chief health officer says
WA's new Chief Health Officer Clare Huppatz confident state's Ebola risk is low Fri 5 Jun 2026 at 7:06am In short: Clare Huppatz tells Stateline in her first TV interview since becoming WA's chief health officer that the risk of Ebola entering the state is low, due to the low number of people travelling to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Dr Huppatz said the state's diphtheria outbreak was unusual, but not something that could not be managed. The chief health officer hopes she can...
Former WA Police officer 'gutted' after compensation for horrific injury denied
Former WA Australian of the Year Paul Litherland sustained severe physical and psychological injuries when he was hit by a car while serving in the WA Police in 2004. He says he was told that when he left the force, he would be eligible for post-service medical compensation for his ongoing medical costs, but his claim was recently denied by the state government's insurer. Police Minister Reece Whitby says he has asked the insurer to look into Mr Litherland's case, describing him as a...
WA storm cuts power to thousands as wild weekend weather continues
Wild weather is continuing to hammer southern WA, with trees and power lines brought down by strong winds and emergency crews dealing with hundreds of calls for help. Western Power figures show at least 30,000 customers have been hit by outages, with more than 250 storm-related outages in the South West. Fremantle's WA Day festival has been cancelled, and a new severe weather warning has been issued for the Great Southern, Central Wheatbelt and southern Goldfields regions.
Unlicensed chip factory lands WA's 'spud king' in hot water
WA 'spud king' Tony Galati's business fined $20k for unlicensed chip factory Thu 4 Jun 2026 at 6:42pm In short: Galati Group company ABV Food Processing has been fined $20,000 for building and operating an unlicensed potato chip factory in WA's South West. The announcement of the facility's April 2024 "grand opening" tipped off authorities. The Galati Group has since lodged an application, which is being assessed.
Testing underway after mass bird death in country WA
Authorities investigating after dozens of birds found dead or dying at Coorow in WA's Wheatbelt Fri 5 Jun 2026 at 8:00am In short: A wildlife carer says 78 birds have been found dead or dying at Coorow in WA's Wheatbelt. Some locals believe the deaths are related to poisons spread to control mice, but the cause is yet to be determined. The public is advised to report further sightings and avoid handling dead birds.
Daniel Turpin named as diver killed in WA shark attack
Daniel Turpin named as diver killed in shark attack off Albany, WA Sun 7 Jun 2026 at 4:01pm The family of a 35-year-old man who died after being bitten by a shark off WA's southern coast yesterday has described his deep respect for the ocean while thanking those who came to his aid. Daniel Turpin had been spearfishing with family near Michaelmas Island, off the tourist town of Albany, when he was attacked about 11:20am local time. He was met by paramedics after being raced back to shore but...
WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas says One Nation deserves 'respect'
WA Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas says One Nation deserves "respect" and ignoring the party would be like "ignoring the will of the people". Mr Zempilas says he has an "open mind" about finding a way to work with the party. In a speech to the business community, the WA Liberal leader outlined six policy commitments, including building a new hospital at Yanchep and extending Sunday trading hours.
‘Significant’ storm to hammer millions in WA and bring icy weather to NSW, Victoria and SA
Bureau of Meteorology says WA residents should brace for wind gusts higher than 125km/h – the strength of category two cyclonesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA major storm system bearing down on millions of Western Australians on Saturday is bringing cyclone-strength winds, and is set to deliver a “wintry blast” to the east of the country early next week.Residents across WA’s populated south-west were warned to tie down loose items and prepare for destructive wind...
Rare images capture pioneer life on WA's south coast in the early 1900s
Family gifts historical collection of images captured by pioneering WA photographer Bert Saw Sun 31 May 2026 at 10:06am The early days of settlement, young soldiers heading off to war and one of WA's first train lines being built are just some of the highly prized photos captured by one of Australia's earliest photographers. At the turn of the 20th century, Albany-born Bert Saw documented, in incredibly rare and beautiful detail, the life and experience of those living on the state's rugged...
Residents shocked by severe storm as South West WA homes left flooded
Severe storm leaves homes flooded in South West WA town Harvey Tue 9 Jun 2026 at 12:24pm Residents in the South West WA town of Harvey, 140 kilometres south of Perth, are facing a big clean-up after a severe storm left homes flooded. The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) recorded more than 40 millimetres of rain at Dingo Road, east of the town site, in the hour to 2:30pm yesterday. Resident Kendall Bingham said the storm that eventuated was unlike any he had seen in the area before.