WA Labor's risky pet projects waste taxpayer millions
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Man strangles ill fiancée during 000 emergency call
A Canberra man has been sentenced after attacking his sick fiancée while she was on the phone with emergency services, in a disturbing case that highlights the brutality of domestic violence.
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.
Venezuela's Narco-State Label: Geopolitics Revealed
An in-depth analysis reveals how the US designation of Venezuela as a narcotics threat serves broader political objectives beyond drug enforcement.
Prince Andrew's hollow victory in Giuffre case
New revelations about Prince Andrew's civil case settlement raise troubling questions about justice delayed and denied for sexual abuse survivors in Australia and beyond.
WA Premier secures PM's promise on fair GST share
Roger Cook makes urgent trip to Canberra to secure Anthony Albanese's commitment protecting Western Australia's GST revenue against growing eastern state pressures.
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's GST Battle: Economists Clash Over Billions
A heated debate erupts as experts challenge Saul Eslake's analysis of Western Australia's GST deal, revealing deeper economic tensions affecting every Australian taxpayer.
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
ACT Guardianship Abuse Fears Spark Investigation Calls
Serious concerns about potential abuse within Canberra's guardianship system have sparked demands for an independent investigation into the protection of vulnerable adults.
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.
WA Government Fires Back at Eastern States Over GST Deal
The Western Australian government has unleashed a powerful new campaign defending the state's GST share, directly targeting eastern states critics with hard-hitting economic facts and figures.
Ex-Canberra AFL coach faces child abuse charges
Disturbing revelations emerge as former Canberra AFL coach faces multiple child abuse charges, sending shockwaves through local sporting circles.
Illawarra's High-Profile Court Cases This Week
From alleged police assaults to serious domestic violence charges and shocking child abuse material allegations - here's what's unfolding in Illawarra courtrooms this week.
Cairns councillors demand fair funding from Qld government
Frustrated Cairns councillors are calling out the Queensland Government for chronic underfunding, claiming the region deserves better infrastructure and services for its economic contributions.
Australia's Cyber Defences Under Siege Amid Critical Threats
Australia faces an unprecedented wave of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting critical infrastructure, with the nation's top cyber security official warning of escalating threats from state actors and criminal networks.
WA Treasurer Fires Back at GST Critic Saul Eslake
Treasurer Rita Saffioti accuses prominent economist Saul Eslake of disrespecting Western Australia after he expressed concerns about visiting the state over GST fairness comments.
WA Premier backs MP's NDIS boycott in funding fight
Premier Roger Cook supports Hannah Beazley's potential boycott of NDIS meetings amid ongoing funding disputes between Western Australia and the Commonwealth government.
Redlynch State College evacuated over unverified threat
Cairns students and staff were safely evacuated after police responded to an unverified threat at Redlynch State College. Authorities have secured the campus while investigations continue.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward jailed for sexual assault convictions
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward begins two-year prison term after being found guilty of sexually assaulting a teenage boy and a young man while serving as MP.
Ex-MP Gareth Ward jailed for sexual assault
Disgraced former NSW politician Gareth Ward receives 5-year, 9-month prison sentence after being convicted of multiple sexual assault charges involving a teenage boy and young man.
Sia's Ex Accuses Her of Substance Abuse in Custody Fight
Explosive court documents reveal Sia's former partner claims the singer is struggling with addiction and shouldn't have custody of their children in this developing Australian entertainment story.
Wulguru School's Indigenous Art Program Triumphs
Discover how Tammie Jones is transforming education through Indigenous art at Wulguru State School, creating cultural bridges and student success stories in Townsville.
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.
WA energy grid overhaul secretly delayed two years
Western Australia's energy transition faces major setbacks as the government quietly postpones crucial grid upgrades by two years, catching industry stakeholders completely off guard.
SA introduces protection orders for retail workers
South Australia introduces groundbreaking legislation creating specific protection orders for retail workers facing abuse and violence on the job, with penalties of up to $10,000.
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