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SA officials deny election delay in algal bloom probe

South Australia's most senior public servants have firmly rejected claims of political interference, stating there was no directive to delay investigating the algal bloom's cause until after the election.

Beachgoers ill despite 'safe' algae bloom clearance

South Australian beachgoers report ongoing illness despite official clearance of toxic algal bloom. Explosive claims allege government research slowdown ahead of state election. Full story.

20,000 cattle missing in North Queensland flood crisis

North Queensland's agricultural heartland faces a mounting crisis with nearly 20,000 cattle unaccounted for after devastating floods. Recovery efforts are underway as a new cyclone threat emerges. Get the full story.

Top SA Journalists Join Party Election Spin Teams

As the SA state election heats up, Labor and Liberal have recruited leading journalists as spin doctors. Mike Smithson analyses the impact on political reporting. Read the full story.

Mamdani Inaugurated as New York City Mayor

Zahara Mamdani is inaugurated as the 110th mayor of New York, promising transformative policies on housing, climate, and equity. Follow her historic journey.

Ex-SA Liberal MPs in Prison, Political Future in Doubt

Two former South Australian Liberal MPs are in prison cells as the state election nears. Nick McBride awaits a home detention report, while Troy Bell serves time for theft. What does this mean for public trust in politicians?

West Australian's Top Photos of 2025 Captured

Relive the iconic moments of 2025 through award-winning photography from The West Australian, featuring a 103-year-old's celebration, historic election win, and sporting triumphs. See the gallery now.

Lake Macquarie's 2025: A Year of Transition

Lake Macquarie City Council navigated a pivotal 2025, marked by a CEO departure, a united front on housing, and emerging political shifts. Read our full review of the year's key events.

Albanese wins big as divided opposition hands him victory

Analysis of 2025's political winners and losers. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese capitalised on a fractured Liberal Party, while the Coalition's energy policy chaos and internal strife marked a disastrous year. Read the full breakdown.

Cairns Mayor at odds with CCC over corruption risks

Cairns Mayor Terry James has publicly rejected a parliamentary submission by the Crime and Corruption Commission, claiming it misrepresents corruption risks in local government. Read the full story.

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