18+ hour, 13+ min ago   (450+ words) The Multicultural Services Centre of WA (MSC) is calling for a stop to the scapegoating of the immigration system in order to reduce the Net Overseas Migration number. Chair Sheila Rajan is encouraging Australians to “lobby the federal government and…...

14+ hour, 54+ min ago   (277+ words) Australians turning 50 will soon receive advice from the Albanese Government on steps they can take to reduce their risk of developing dementia. About 340,000 people who turned 50 between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026, have received letters outlining lifestyle changes that could delay or…...

3+ day, 22+ hour ago   (410+ words) Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers addressed interest rates and housing prices, following the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) decision on radio this morning. Dr Chalmers said the RBA’s choice to leave the interest rate at 4.35 per cent was welcome, considering it…...

3+ day, 21+ hour ago   (420+ words) WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti announced amendments to the Rail Lighting Legislation following a private member’s bill put forward by the State National Party to ensure safety. After feedback from workers, unions and the industry, a series of amendments has…...

3+ day, 23+ hour ago   (420+ words) WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti announced amendments to the Rail Lighting Legislation following a private member’s bill put forward by the State National Party to ensure safety. After feedback from workers, unions and the industry, a series of amendments has…...

1+ week, 4+ hour ago   (678+ words) Evidence of a “housing catastrophe” emerged during the seventh hearing of the Greens-led Senate inquiry into intergenerational housing inequity held in Perth. The committee observed figures that show house prices surging and rents outpacing wages and inflation. The Greens wrote…...

1+ week, 23+ hour ago   (206+ words) WA Police have stepped up their response to rising crime in Carnarvon, charging three more juveniles with a total of eight offences as part of a targeted crackdown on repeat offenders. The operation is being supported by specialist resources, including…...

1+ week, 23+ hour ago   (214+ words) WA Shadow Energy Minister Dr Steve Thomas has criticised Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen over proposed federal involvement in how States provide power for new data centres. Dr Thomas said comments from Mr Bowen about controlling energy arrangements for data…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago   (293+ words) The State Government has established the Bird Flu Wildlife Advisory Group to ensure WA’s prompt response to the disease and enhance collaboration with the wildlife sector. This collaborative forum will enable wildlife organisations to share their expertise, identify emerging issues…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (430+ words) Western Australian Education Minister Sabine Winton discussed the 2026 NAPLAN results, which have sparked controversy around the nation with improvements and declines. According to Ms Winton, while some scores show “exceeding proficiency” at some levels, the Year Three cohort has shown…...