Perth's 2026 Sporting Calendar: Six Major 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.
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.
Perth's 2026 arts scene is set to explode with major tours including MJ The Musical, Pretty Woman, Anastasia, and huge festivals. Get dates and details for the must-see shows.
Newcastle Council's redevelopment plans for the iconic Ocean Baths focus on a cafe/restaurant, but locals argue swimming facilities and change rooms are being overlooked. Read the community's concerns.
The iconic Rip View Swim Classic is back in 2025, promising a thrilling open water challenge at Eastern Beach, Geelong. Dive into the details of this premier ocean swimming event.
Hundreds of swimmers braved the waves for the Burson Rock2Ramp Ocean Swim 2025 at Point Roadknight, Anglesea. See the stunning photos and full event recap here.
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.
Hobart Hurricanes star Tim David faces a nervous wait after a hamstring injury against Perth Scorchers, putting his BBL season and T20 World Cup role in doubt. Read the latest.
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 the Paris Olympics to a global sewage emergency, 2025 was a year of extremes. Explore the events that defined the world. Read the full recap now.
Australian captain Pat Cummins sets sights on T20 World Cup after Adelaide Ashes heroics, while confirming spinner Nathan Lyon faces months out with injury. Get the latest cricket news.
Australian swimming champion Emily Seebohm shares the raw reality of co-parenting in an emotional Christmas video. The Olympian opens up about spending the holidays apart from her two-year-old son.
Explore the 5,000-year evolution of the bellows, from ancient slave-powered tubes to the Han Dynasty's double-action piston. Discover how this simple invention fuelled civilisation's metal age.
WA authorities urge vigilance as heatwave hits. Over 40% of toddler drownings occur in home pools. Check your fence, close the gate, and maintain constant supervision.
Australian captain Pat Cummins will miss the final Ashes Tests due to a back injury, casting doubt on his T20 World Cup campaign. Coach Andrew McDonald confirms the cautious approach.
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.
Newcastle Knights centre Bradman Best is prioritising fitness for 2026, aiming for a home World Cup after a life-changing year welcoming his first child. Read his plans.
Australian monobob star Bree Walker secures her second straight World Cup victory in Latvia, heading into the festive break as a top gold medal contender for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
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.
Bunbury sailor Craig Head guides his GOSH yacht to a triumphant Fremantle arrival after a brutal 23-day Southern Ocean leg, securing the team's third consecutive win in the Clipper Round the World Race.
Former Australian Test cricketer Joe Burns will miss Italy's T20 World Cup debut after being dropped over contractual issues. Get the full story on this shocking team change.
Canning Council votes 7-2 to fund Mayor Patrick Hall's trip to the 2025 World Cities Summit in Singapore, sparking debate over the city's global role and foreign-funded travel.
Forget the leather and safety pins. This festive season, Australia is urged to embrace everyday kindness as the ultimate rebellion, inspired by 2025's biggest blockbuster films and backed by new data.
Swimming pools across the Hunter region have restricted access to diving blocks this summer, citing safety and insurance concerns. Parents express disappointment as a beloved tradition ends.
Installation of a 340-metre shark barrier has commenced at Fremantle's Bathers Beach, creating a 60,000sqm safe swimming zone. The project, part of a state-wide safety strategy, is expected to be ready by month's end.
Work starts on a 340-metre shark barrier at Bathers Beach, Fremantle, creating a 60,000sqm safe swimming zone. The enclosure is part of a state-wide safety strategy. Check the details.
Scottish darts star Cameron Menzies issues apology after punching water table in frustration following first-round World Darts Championship exit, citing family tragedy. Latest from London.
A Townsville mother gave birth just hours after an emergency flight from Hamilton Island during Tropical Cyclone Fina. Read the incredible story of the rescue mission.
Australian cruiserweight king Jai Opetaia overcame a second-round scare to stop unbeaten challenger Huseyin Cinkara. The IBF champ eyes unification bouts in 2025. Get the full fight night recap.
The Socceroos' 2026 World Cup journey is set, with matches in Canada, Seattle, and California. Get all the dates, times, and key details for Australia's Group D campaign in North America.