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Geelong driver guilty over Princes Freeway crash injuries

A Geelong man has admitted to negligent driving causing serious injury after a shocking Princes Freeway collision that changed another driver's life forever. Christopher Degaura faces sentencing as the victim continues his painful recovery.

Cook Confident on Environmental Law Changes After Fed Talks

Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook announces breakthrough progress on environmental reform following high-level talks with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, promising faster approvals while maintaining strong protections.

Ex-Cambridge Mayor Loses Misconduct Appeal

Ex-Cambridge mayor Keri Shannon's attempt to overturn serious misconduct findings has failed after the State Administrative Tribunal dismissed her appeal, cementing the original verdict against the former local government leader.

Coroner demands urgent fix at deadly Geelong crossing

A Victorian coroner has called for immediate safety upgrades at a dangerous Geelong level crossing where truck driver John Stubbs lost his life, highlighting systemic failures in railway infrastructure.

Michael Corboy appointed new CCC Commissioner in WA

Deputy Commissioner Michael Corboy has been appointed as the new head of Western Australia's Corruption and Crime Commission, bringing extensive experience to the state's top anti-corruption role.

Maurie Soars: Labor's Hinchinbrook byelection pick

Former teacher and union advocate Maurie Soars has been officially endorsed as Labor's candidate for the crucial Hinchinbrook byelection, bringing local expertise to the political contest.

WA leaders in Canberra GST crisis talks with PM

West Australian Premier Roger Cook and Treasurer Rita Saffioti are racing to Canberra for emergency GST talks with Anthony Albanese, despite previous assurances the tax system wouldn't change. The high-stakes meeting has sparked concerns about WA's financ

Kwinana Freeway Crash Causes Perth Traffic Chaos

A serious multi-vehicle collision on the Kwinana Freeway near the Narrows Bridge has brought Perth's southern corridor to a standstill during Tuesday morning's peak hour, with major delays expected to continue.

Roger Cook's Political Future: Will He Lead to 2029?

Speculation mounts about Western Australian Premier Roger Cook's leadership future as political insiders question whether he'll remain at the helm until the 2029 state election. Analysis reveals growing concerns within Labor ranks about electoral prospect

WA's GST Battle: The Untold Tax Story

Discover how Western Australia's fight for fair GST distribution reshaped the nation's economic landscape and continues to impact every Australian taxpayer.

Aged Care Funding Overhaul Begins Saturday

Australia's aged care system undergoes its most significant funding transformation in decades starting Saturday, with new AN-ACC model replacing ACFI to deliver fairer, more sustainable care for elderly Australians.

WA Treasurer Slams 'GST Sooks' in Fiery Response

Western Australia's Treasurer Rita Saffioti delivers a fiery response to GST critics, exposing the truth behind WA's mining royalties and why complaining states need to understand the bigger economic picture.

WA Premier's GST Warning: Holding PM to Promise

Western Australia's Premier Roger Cook vows to fight for the state's fair share of GST revenue, ensuring Anthony Albanese keeps his commitment to protect WA's financial interests.

WA's Infrastructure Gridlock Crisis Exposed

Western Australia faces a perfect storm of infrastructure failures as population growth overwhelms transport networks, creating daily chaos for commuters and threatening economic productivity.

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