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Newcastle mourns teen cricketer Ben Austin

The Newcastle cricket community is in mourning after the sudden passing of 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin, remembered as a talented athlete and beautiful soul.

Perth climber dies on Nepal's Himlung Himal

The Western Australian climbing community mourns the loss of experienced mountaineer Chin Tark Chan, who passed away during an expedition on Nepal's 7,126-metre Himlung Himal.

Grammar gaffe costs council $5000 in fines

A simple punctuation error in advertised local laws has forced a Perth council to repay thousands in fines. Discover how missing commas and grammatical mistakes led to this expensive oversight.

Baldivis mother charged with murder over baby death

A 28-year-old Baldivis woman has been charged with murder following the devastating death of her infant child, sending shockwaves through the local community as WA Police continue their investigation.

Young Woman Killed by Lightning on Sunshine Coast

A Sunshine Coast community is in mourning after a 22-year-old woman was fatally struck by lightning during a sporting event at Kuluin. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the young athlete.

5-Year-Old Girl Dies in Sydney Scooter Tragedy

A heartbreaking incident in Sydney's western suburbs has left a community in mourning after a five-year-old girl succumbed to injuries from a scooter crash. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save the young child.

Coroner: Toddler's daycare fence death preventable

A Northern Territory coroner has ruled the tragic death of toddler Ebony Thompson, who became entangled in a fence at a Darwin childcare centre, could have been prevented with proper safety measures.

WA Councils Elect New Deputy Mayors After Elections

Western Australian councils have elected new deputy mayors and presidents following the recent local government elections, bringing fresh perspectives to community leadership roles across the state.

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