SA Govt Rejects Claims of Delayed Algae Bloom Investigation
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas denies explosive claims government staff were told to hold off probing a major algal bloom until after the state election. Critics demand a full investigation.
SA Premier Peter Malinauskas denies explosive claims government staff were told to hold off probing a major algal bloom until after the state election. Critics demand a full investigation.
Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti outlines the WA Government's ongoing commitment to health, housing, and economic stability as core priorities for 2026. Read the full plan.
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.
Geelong businessman Ron Nelson announces Liberal candidacy for South Barwon, criticising the current Labor MP. Read his plans for the electorate.
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.
A South Australian MP pleads guilty to assault and receives home detention, casting a shadow over the upcoming state election. Read the full details and political fallout.
Discover the best paper diaries for 2026 as Australians embrace intentional, analogue planning. Explore top picks from Bespoke Letterpress to organise your year.
The SA Premier has launched Labor's election campaign, criticising the Liberals' record on women MPs. InDaily examines if 2026 will bring a female-dominated parliament and who is vying for Leon Bignell's seat.
The US has reimposed oil sanctions on Venezuela, halting a six-month reprieve. We explain the impact on global oil prices, Maduro's regime, and what happens next for the crisis-hit nation.
Relive May 2025 in Canberra: David Smith narrowly holds Bean against Jessie Price, and the Lanyon community saves its beloved Point Hut Dog Exercise Area. See the gallery.
WA Premier Roger Cook outlines his ambitious plans for 2026, tackling housing, youth crime, and his leadership future. Read his bold vision for Western Australia.
The first full moon of 2026, the 'Wolf Moon', will be a supermoon. Learn when and how to see it at its largest, the science behind the Moon Illusion, and the origins of its name.
Perth is set for a blockbuster 2026 with a huge lineup of world-class entertainment, sport, and culture. From Lady Gaga to the Commonwealth Games, here's your guide to the year's must-see events.
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.
Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks lit up the harbour in a stunning 12-minute show, marked by a poignant tribute to the Bondi attack victims. Over a million people watched the spectacle.
Analysis suggests PM Anthony Albanese's traditional political tactics may not secure victory in the 2026 federal election. Can he adapt his strategy in time? Read our in-depth editorial.
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?
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.
As the year ends and an election looms, columnist Mike Smithson recaps the most remarkable moments in Australian state politics for 2025. Read his full analysis here.
WA's 2026 transport changes will save commuters money while tackling council dysfunction. Get the details on the state's new cost-of-living and governance measures.
A pivotal month in Canberra saw PM Albanese call a federal election and a tragic car theft and collision in Griffith. Explore the key moments captured by photographers.
Following the Bondi Junction massacre, political leaders call for unity and compassion, warning against exploiting the tragedy for political gain. Let's choose kindness in 2026.
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas reveals his ambition to run in the 2029 Western Australian state election, declaring political life doesn't scare him. Read his full plan.
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.
Pinterest's 2026 trend report forecasts a shift to individuality, nostalgia, and analogue living. Discover the key fashion, beauty, and lifestyle trends set to define the year ahead.
Adrian Barich gazes into his crystal ball to forecast the year ahead for WA, covering sport, lifestyle, food and the state's unique character. Discover what 2026 might hold.
A NSW Supreme Court judge has ruled claims by former Cessnock councillors over the Liberal Party's candidate nomination failure are 'reasonably arguable'. The case will proceed, seeking accountability.
The full WAFL fixture for the 2026 season has been released, featuring a significant shift for the WA State Game and a 20-round schedule. Discover all the key dates and match-ups here.
Ashton Hurn is the new SA Liberal leader, elected unopposed to steady the party with a state election just 15 weeks away. Discover the challenges ahead.
Vincent Tarzia has resigned as South Australian Liberal leader following the party's 2025 state election defeat. Read the full story on his decision and the search for a new opposition leader.