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'Thoughtfully deliberate': stats to help Brownlow votes
1+ hour, 34+ min ago (26+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs....
Cops’ massive call on Trump poster cafe
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (281+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. Police will not pursue charges against a Canberra cafe after its owner refused to…...
Minister a wet blanket on high-speed rail
2+ hour, 52+ min ago (326+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. A NSW minister has cast doubt over resurgent plans for a high-speed rail connection…...
Pinpoint punter’s pleasing parmi after Super Bowl triumph
1+ day, 4+ min ago (366+ words) In the immediate aftermath of tasting Super Bowl victory earlier this month, Seattle's Aussie punter Michael Dickson had a different kind of taste on his mind for his return Down Under. "I can't wait to get home, get some chips…...
Update on Nazi salute train driver
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (307+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. A train driver sacked for twice performing a Nazi salute on a platform has…...
All aboard: fast rail gains momentum after false starts
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (28+ words) A high-speed rail network linking major cities in Australia would come at a huge cost but is gaining momentum as experts tout the cost savings for commuters....
Four WA hidden gems revealed as must-visit escapes
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (457+ words) Western Australia's hidden tourist gems ranging from the Wheatbelt to Pilbara regions have been uncovered, a new report reveals. Insurance provider ROLLiN analysed regional towns across Australia, and found the nice tourist spots that are flying under the radar. Spots…...
Mushrooms take centre stage in Quinninup mural
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (181+ words) Quinninup's main street is blooming with colour thanks to local artist Ashlyn Browne, who is transforming a plain bus stop into a vibrant celebration of the region's natural beauty." Quinninup's main street is blooming with colour thanks to local artist…...
MP throws weight behind rail lighting proposal
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (58+ words) Georgia Campion is a reporter for Countryman. Originally from Melbourne, Georgia has called WA home since 2011. She began her journalism career in 2023 at the Albany Advertiser before making the move to Countryman in May 2025. Georgia now writes about politics, news,…...
Son of slain Rob Reiner pleads not guilty to murder
1+ day, 12+ hour ago (26+ words) Nick Reiner, the troubled son "of slain Hollywood filmmaker Rob Reiner, has pleaded not guilty to murder charges related to the fatal stabbing of his parents....