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Surge in number of WA students being expelled from school
“Extreme bad behaviour continues to cause major challenges in classrooms, driving burnout and disruption.”
The WA tourism towns with more Airbnb listings than rentals
The state government has been called on to enact a moratorium on short-stay approvals followed by a levy to reduce the number of un-hosted short-stay homes, to manage the growing crisis.
‘Natural justice’: Local government minister defends City of Perth inquiry
Local Government Minister Hannah Beazley says a three-month investigation was the rational next step after poor behaviour returned to the City of Perth.
Perth Mint strikes gold and sets $44b record, but ‘the job’s not done’
The business broke several records over the past financial year including, revenue of $44.23 billion, profit before tax of $100.2 million and a dividend of $47.7m for the state government.
Perth police officer pleads guilty to assaulting his five-week-old baby
The baby was taken to Perth Children’s Hospital on Sunday for an assessment as a precaution.
The special one: why Longmuir is on the cusp of history
Justin Longmuir’s knees didn’t allow him to reach his full potential as a player during his 139 games in the purple. But his mind might end up being the crucial element that lands Fremantle an elusive flag.
WA news LIVE: Pub cancels Ben Cousins speaking tour after backlash
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WA cuts children’s mental health beds despite strain on system
Western Australia will cut the number of inpatient mental health beds for children despite years of warnings that the state’s mental health system for young people is struggling to keep up.
Perth mum jailed for forcing daughter to watch depraved bedroom activities
The woman and her husband took part in “swinging” with another couple, before she started a private relationship with the other husband.
Industry and government must be held to account over damage to Murujuga rock art
The latest results of a rock art monitoring report demonstrate exactly what independent scientists have been saying – and government and industry have been denying - for years.
Tame Impala frontman reignites calls for end to Woodside’s Dockers sponsorship
While he has made his love of his home team clear on an international stage as they gear up for a preliminary final on Friday, Kevin Parker has also made his position on the team’s major sponsor clear.
Path clears for next stage of $807m Royal Perth Hospital expansion
The planning commission gave unanimous approval for Stage 2 works on the $807 million emergency department redevelopment.
Perth mum killer Andre Rebelo abandons appeal at the eleventh hour
The 30-year-old was due to have a two-day appeal hearing this week but withdrew his application on Monday.
WA news LIVE: Perth fuel prices skyrocket above $2 a litre again
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WA’s mining culture had a light shone on it. It’s time to see how much has changed
Efforts to overhaul mining culture represent a significant commitment of time, money and attention – but an essential question remains unanswered: have they worked?
WA’s wildflower season was the ‘best in recent memory’. Here’s why
An abundance of rainfall in the state’s Mid West has created a spectacular show of colour and variety that hasn’t been seen since 2008.
High seas and low fuel: Energy-efficient ship launches in Fremantle
KCC has launched a new vessel that aims to use wind technology the company believes will not just reduce emissions, but also improve fuel efficiency on its voyages between China and Australia.
Tree canopy vs junior footy: Freo community clashes over plan to chop 26 trees
The redevelopment of Hilton Park is still paused after fiery debate pits youth sports facilities against urban tree protection.
One Nation’s first WA lower-house MP sworn in to parliament
Luke Herdegen’s first day in WA parliament was slightly overshadowed by controversy over Pauline Hanson’s comments on Indigenous Australians.
Boys arrested for ‘breaking into Perth Zoo, bashing crocodile with pole’
The 16 and 17-year-old boys cut the locks to a crocodile enclosure before entering and striking a crocodile with a metal pole.

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