Perth road closures for 2026 cycling championships
Perth motorists warned of major disruptions as the Westbridge Funds Road National Championships take over central roads from Jan 7-11. Plan ahead for delays.
Perth motorists warned of major disruptions as the Westbridge Funds Road National Championships take over central roads from Jan 7-11. Plan ahead for delays.
Paris Olympic gold medallist Conor Leahy returns to Perth for the Road National Championships, aiming for a top-five finish in front of his home crowd. Get the full schedule and his LA 2028 ambitions.
A severe storm cut short racing at the Australian Skiff Championships on Lake Macquarie, causing broken masts. Over 100 crews are competing this week. Read more.
Newcastle's Kate McTaggart, 19, is set for her NSW Country senior debut at the Australian Country Cricket Championships after a dominant summer. Discover how her form and the team's new look could change their fortunes.
Perth is set to host six world-class sporting events in 2026, including the FINA World Swimming Championships and the IAAF World Cross Country Championships. Discover the full schedule.
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.
A new study reveals stark differences in cancer rates across Australia, with NSW bearing the highest burden. Discover the state-by-state breakdown and what experts say it means for healthcare.
Former Home and Away co-stars Sophie Dillman and Patrick O'Connor are engaged. The actors, who played on-screen couple Ziggy and Dean, shared the romantic Sydney beach proposal on Instagram.
Australian middle-distance star Cameron Myers withdraws from the mixed relay team for the 2026 World Cross Country Championships. Jack Anstey steps in to join the star-studded squad. Read the full details.
A Townsville dancer's heartfelt routine honouring her late mother resulted in a stunning double win at the National Australian Pole Championships. Read the moving story.
From soaring successes to spectacular flops, we review the year in business with a nod to Oasis. Discover the key trends, deals, and dramas that defined 2025. Read our full analysis now.
Zolile Ganya-Jones arrived at 4am on December 25, becoming the first baby born on Christmas Day at Canberra Women's and Children's Hospital. New parents Juanita Ganya and Hugo Jones share their festive joy.
Ellidy Pullin, widow of Olympian Alex 'Chumpy' Pullin, shares her journey to happiness with a new partner, Brock Wadsworth, and how her heart has grown for her late husband and their daughter, Minnie.
Former CoastFM sports host Craig Parkes has died after a hit-and-run cycling accident on Spit Rd, Mosman. Police are searching for the driver of a red MG SUV.
A blaze at the popular Dove and Olive pub in Surry Hills forced evacuations and halted light rail services. No injuries reported as firefighters extinguish the roof fire.
Wollongong athletics star Maiya Hewitt, 16, has smashed the world championship qualifying time with a stunning 400m personal best. Discover her race strategy and path to Oregon.
Sprint prodigy Gout Gout and WA's Kurtis Marschall were among the winners at the 2025 Australian Athletics Awards, where high jump queen Nicola Olyslagers reigned supreme. Discover all the champions.
Australian cycling star Ben O'Connor returns home to Perth, aiming for the green and gold jersey at the AusCycling Road National Championships. Discover his quest for glory.
James Cameron's Avatar: Fire And Ash dazzles visually but battles a bloated runtime and weak dialogue. Our review of the Pandora threequel starring Sam Worthington.
Tamika Chesser, a former reality TV star, has appeared in an Adelaide court charged with the murder and dismemberment of her partner, Julian Story, in Port Lincoln. The pregnant accused remains in a psychiatric facility as police await crucial evidence.
Explore the strange and wonderful world of writers through their favourite foods. A new cookbook reveals the recipes behind literary legends like DH Lawrence and Maya Angelou. Discover how to host your own literary dinner party.
Australian actress Rachael Carpani, best known for McLeod's Daughters and Home and Away, has died at 45 after a long battle with chronic illness. Read the full tribute.
Celebrity chef Julie Goodwin shares her sensational prawn and mango salad recipe, the ultimate fresh dish for Christmas lunch, picnics or barbecues. Get the full method and tips here.
A 28-year-old man has died following an alleged hit-and-run in Mooroolbark. A 39-year-old man is assisting police. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
McCauley's Beach provided epic conditions for the Australian Junior Surfing Titles finale, crowning new national champions who will represent the Irukandjis at the 2026 World Juniors.
Explore the incredible 50+ year journey of AC/DC, from Sydney pubs to global rock domination. Discover how these Australian legends kept the world rocking. Read their full story now!
Explore the untold story of Scarborough's Snake Pit, the 1950s Perth milk bar where bodgies and widgies defied convention, sparking a moral panic and forging Australia's first youth subculture. Discover the history.
Cycling star Luke Durbridge rates his Perth Criterium win as a career highlight. The WA-born athlete gears up for a return to the Australian National Championships. Read more.
In a landmark decision, Paralympians will receive equal treatment to Olympians for the Brisbane 2032 Games, including identical medals, village access, and opening ceremony participation. Read more on this historic step for inclusion.
A staggering 29 records were broken at the 2025 Illawarra and Southern Highlands zone athletics championships in Gwynneville. Young stars like Kai Levitski and Elsa Sandell delivered historic performances.