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theconversation.comworld1 day ago
Study Finds High Pesticide Levels in Grain Eaten by Endangered Cockatoos
A three-year Murdoch University study detected 26 pesticides, including ten neurotoxins, in seed samples collected near grain silos in Western Australia's Wheatbelt. About 80 percent of samples contained at least one chemical residue, with some levels hundreds of times above regu…
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness4 days ago
Government tells oil firms to pay platform removal costs
Officials said they will extend an existing industry levy if needed to pay for removing a disused oil platform off Western Australia. The move follows the voluntary administration of one of the platform's owners.
theconversation.comworld5 days ago
Report Projects Australia Short 230 Child Psychiatrists by 2028 as Government Commits $2.8 Billion in Funding
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists forecasts a national shortage of at least 230 full-time child and adolescent psychiatrists by 2028. Western Australia faces a gap of 37 positions, with low training intake cited as a factor. Federal funding aims to add…
sciencemediacentre.co.nzworld6 days ago
Northern Giant Petrel on Noosa Beach Tests Negative for H5 Bird Flu as National Cases Reach 13
Biosecurity Queensland announced Tuesday that a northern giant petrel recovered from Noosa Main Beach tested negative for H5 bird flu. The result comes amid 13 total confirmed or presumed cases across Western Australia, South Australia and New South Wales.
themarketherald.com.aubusiness7 days ago
McLaren Minerals Completes Drilling at Western Australia Titanium Project
The company finished its largest drilling program at the McLaren titanium project, recording heavy mineral grades up to 34.6 per cent. The campaign covered 663 holes and 11,568 metres and targeted resource upgrades and potential extensions.
themarketherald.com.aupolitics8 days ago
Western Australia Removes Nicky Winmar Statue After Assault Conviction but Keeps It in Storage Pending Review
The statue at Perth Stadium was taken down two days after the former AFL player was found guilty of three assault charges. The decision followed a May 2025 incident in Cohuna, Victoria, and drew mixed reactions from Indigenous leaders.
world12 days ago
Second H5 bird flu case confirmed in South Australia
South Australia confirmed a second case of H5 bird flu in a giant petrel found on the Yorke Peninsula. Western Australia reported two additional suspected cases in dead petrels. Officials said the virus has not been found in commercial poultry or non-migratory wild birds.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld12 days ago
Study Links Legumes in Men, Cruciferous Vegetables in Women to Lower Heart Risk
Research from Edith Cowan University examined vegetable consumption among young adults in Western Australia. The cross-sectional study found different vegetable types associated with reduced cardiometabolic risk markers for men and women.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness13 days ago
Venus Metals begins drilling to expand Bellchambers gold resource
Venus Metals has started reverse-circulation drilling beneath its Bellchambers gold deposit in Western Australia. The program targets a higher-grade zone that could add up to 60,000 ounces to the existing 31,400-ounce resource.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld18 days ago
Two property developers file court claims against accounting firm over trust tax issues
Two Western Australian property developers filed multiple writs in the WA Supreme Court on June 26 alleging accounting firm HLB Mann Judd mismanaged family trusts and gave incorrect tax advice. The claims seek compensation for tax penalties and related costs.
themarketherald.com.aufinance18 days ago
WA judge orders Hancock Prospecting and two children to pay most royalties trial costs
A Western Australia judge ruled that Hancock Prospecting, Gina Rinehart, and two of her children must cover the majority of legal costs from a royalties dispute over iron ore mines. The ruling follows an earlier decision that Hancock Prospecting owes hundreds of millions of dolla…
finance.yahoo.comfinance19 days ago
Forrestania Resources Secures $310 Million for Edna May Gold Hub Acquisition
Forrestania Resources obtained firm commitments to raise $310 million through an institutional share placement. The funds will complete the purchase of the Edna May gold processing facility in Western Australia and support plant refurbishment.
world23 days ago
Queensland Declares Statewide Biosecurity Zone After Beetle Kills 4,800 Trees in Perth
The polyphagous shot-hole borer, first found in Western Australia in 2021, has killed thousands of trees and led to movement restrictions. Queensland has declared a statewide zone and conducts surveillance to block entry.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics28 days ago
Deadly H5N1 strain reaches Australia, placing 100 native species at risk
The virus arrived last week via two sub-Antarctic birds found in southwest Western Australia. Government agencies have begun preparations to limit spread among wildlife and poultry. Officials report no evidence of wider infection so far.
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H5 Avian Influenza Found in Washed-Up Bird on Western Australia Beach, First Detection on Mainland
A sick bird found near Esperance tested positive for the H5 variant, the first such detection on mainland Australia. Authorities are investigating a second case while governments increase preparedness funding.
thehindu.comworld29 days agoUpdated
Australia Confirms First H5N1 Case in Brown Skua on Western Australia Beach
The H5N1 strain of bird flu has been detected for the first time in Australia, ending the continent's status as the last without the virus. Officials reported the case in a migratory seabird and convened an emergency response meeting.
rte.ieworld51 days ago
Complaint Alleges Sexual Abuse of More Than 100 Youth Detainees in Western Australia
A 33-page complaint filed with the Australian Human Rights Commission details allegations of sexual abuse involving more than 100 children held in Western Australian youth detention centres between 1999 and 2019. The document was prepared by Levitt and Robinson and includes accou…
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld51 days ago
Western Australia Faces Strong Winds and Swells in Forecast Storm
Perth and the South West region are forecast to receive tornado-strength wind gusts and dangerous swells. The storm is described as a once-in-five-year event.
world52 days ago
Western Australia Forms Taskforce to Address Mouse Infestations in Regional Schools
Western Australian regional schools have reinstated pandemic-era cleaning protocols amid a months-long mouse plague. The state Education Department established a taskforce this week to coordinate responses, while principals report ongoing difficulties obtaining cleaning services…
world52 days ago
Western Australia Prepares for Strong Winter Storm Over Long Weekend
Perth and southern Western Australia face destructive winds and heavy rain starting Saturday evening. The Bureau of Meteorology forecasts gusts up to 125 km/h and waves reaching eight metres.
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness52 days ago
Western Australia Private Rental Construction Rises $8 Billion
A Perth property expert said changes to negative gearing could shift investor spending toward new rental housing. The same expert warned that planning delays and costs could limit the effect of the policy shift.
world55 days ago
BHP Internal Documents Show Limited Emissions Cuts at Western Australia Mines
Leaked documents indicate BHP's Western Australia iron ore operations are projected to reduce emissions by about 1 percent by 2030. The documents also outline delays in renewable energy projects and electric equipment.
world59 days ago
AI-Generated News Sites Removed After ABC Investigation
A series of AI-generated websites posing as regional news outlets in Western Australia were taken offline following inquiries by the ABC. The sites were linked to an Australian web-builder living overseas who described the project as an experiment.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld59 days ago
Perth Agency Asks Tenants to Conduct Virtual Property Inspections
A Perth real estate agency requested tenants perform their own routine property inspections citing fuel supply constraints. Western Australia's consumer watchdog said the request may breach Australian Consumer Law.
world60 days ago
Western Australian Gas Users Urge Stronger Rules for National Reserve Plan
Western Australian gas users are calling for greater transparency and enforcement in the Albanese government's proposed national gas reserve. The plan would require LNG exporters to reserve 20 per cent of production for domestic use from mid-2027.
world61 days ago
Western Australia to Close 26 Regional Courthouses for Three Months
More than 20 regional and remote courthouses in Western Australia will close for three months starting June 1 due to a lack of police security. Lawyers and community groups have raised concerns about access to justice for domestic violence cases.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld61 days ago
Western Australia Short-Term Rentals Outnumber Long-Term Listings Three to One
Western Australia has more than 10,400 unhosted short-term rental listings compared with about 3,700 private long-term rentals. The imbalance is most pronounced in regional areas, where the ratio reaches 15 short-term properties for every long-term rental.
rte.ieworld61 days ago
Australian Farmer Finds Live Frog in Sealed Bag of Lettuce
A group of housemates in Western Australia discovered a live frog inside a sealed bag of lettuce purchased from a supermarket. The frog was released at a nearby pond after the household named it Greg.
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nbcnews.comworld62 days ago
Shark Kills Spearfishing Diver Off Western Australia Island
A 38-year-old man died after a shark attack while spearfishing near Rottnest Island on Saturday. Police and state officials confirmed the incident as Australia's second fatal shark attack this year.
bbc.co.ukworld65 days ago
Man Dies After Shark Attack Off Western Australia
A 38-year-old man died after a great white shark attacked him near Rottnest Island on Saturday morning. Authorities confirmed the shark measured four metres and identified it as a great white. The incident marks the first fatal shark attack in Western Australia since March 2025.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewbusiness68 days ago
Western Australia Resources Sector Welcomes Unchanged Mining Tax Settings in Federal Budget
The federal budget allocates $552 million to upgrades for Anketell Road in Western Australia as part of transport infrastructure spending focused on the proposed Westport precinct. It also includes significant defence spending over the next decade. The resources industry welcomed…
science69 days ago
Six Cruise Ship Passengers Quarantined at Perth Facility Over Hantavirus Exposure
Six people who were aboard a cruise ship that experienced a hantavirus outbreak are being flown to Western Australia for quarantine at the Centre for National Resilience in Bullsbrook. The 500-bed facility, built during the COVID-19 pandemic, has sat largely unused since completi…
The Sydney Morning Heraldbusiness71 days ago
Perth Bears Near Salary Cap Concession as Tensions Rise Over Coach Mal Meninga
The Perth Bears are close to securing salary cap concessions from the NRL to help attract players to the expansion club in Western Australia. Discussions followed a meeting between club officials and NRL chief Peter V’landys. Separately, internal tensions have emerged involving h…
theconversation.comscience71 days ago
Australian Reef Survives 22 °C-Weeks of Heat Stress in 2025 Marine Heatwave While Nearby Reefs Suffered Major Coral Death
Coral reefs at the Houtman Abrolhos Islands off Western Australia showed almost no signs of bleaching or mortality after experiencing extreme marine heat stress that killed up to 60 percent of corals at Ningaloo Reef and devastated reefs globally. Researchers found survival rates…
mining.combusiness74 days ago
Zenith Minerals Launches Strategic Review of Gold and Lithium Assets
Zenith Minerals has initiated a strategic review of options across its gold and lithium portfolio in Western Australia. The company appointed Argonaut as financial adviser and will consider corporate initiatives, funding, joint ventures and development pathways. The review focuse…
finance.yahoo.comfinance77 days ago
Westgold Resources Divests Peak Hill Gold Project to Great Boulder for $58.3 Million
Westgold Resources Limited has agreed to sell its Peak Hill Gold Project in Western Australia to Great Boulder Resources Limited for $58.3 million plus a 1.0% royalty on future production. The deal includes cash payments, equity shares, and potential ore processing arrangements.…
thehindu.comworld85 days ago
Police Block Anti-Immigration Group from Anzac Day Service in Western Australia
Western Australian police removed 15 people associated with issue-motivated groups from Anzac Day commemorations to prevent disruptions. This action followed booing incidents during ceremonies in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth. Officials and leaders condemned the booing, which occu…
sbs.com.aufinance85 days agoUpdated
Average Out-of-Pocket Cost for First Australian Dermatology Visit: $230 (2025 Report)
A new Cleanbill report details average out-of-pocket costs for dermatology appointments in Australia at $230 for first visits and nearly $190 for follow-ups, with nationwide increases of almost $18 and $20 respectively over one year. The findings, based on 322 clinics, highlight…
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+1Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld90 days ago
Australian Advisory Body Proposes Heat-Safe Rentals and Workplace Rules
A state climate policy advisory body in New South Wales has proposed measures for heat-safe rentals and enhanced workplace safety for outdoor workers during high temperatures. Separately, officials informed members of parliament that a gas export tax could lead to lower power cos…
sbs.com.auworld101 days ago
Australian Farmer and Colleagues React to Iran Conflict News by Securing Fuel Supplies
A farmer in Western Australia was engaged in a sports activity with colleagues when reports of the Iran war emerged. The group immediately turned to their phones to arrange fuel procurement. This incident highlights concerns over potential disruptions in energy supplies amid inte…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld104 days ago
New South Wales Offers Free Nasal Spray Flu Vaccine to Children Aged Two to Four
New South Wales has introduced free nasal spray flu vaccinations for children aged two to four, following similar programs in Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia. The initiative aims to address declining vaccination rates among young children, who face higher risks…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics105 days ago
Australian Family Court Rules Aboriginal Boy Should Return to Northern Territory Community
The federal circuit and family court of Australia has ruled that an Aboriginal boy, known as X in proceedings, must return to his remote Northern Territory community from Western Australia. The decision emphasizes the importance of cultural learning on his traditional land.
world106 days ago
Photographer Captures Salt Lakes Resembling Eggs in Western Australia
Scott McCook, a photographer based in Perth, has spent eight years photographing salt lakes in Western Australia's Wheatbelt that appear circular and colorful from the air. These lakes change hues as water evaporates, transitioning from green to orange or yellow. Abc reported tha…