Perth man fined after kicking, trying to headbutt federal police during airport arrest
The man was escorted out of an international terminal for being disruptive but tried to remain in the area.
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Mum on Japan drug charges sees daughter for first time in 18 months
The Perth grandmother spends 23 hours a day in a prison cell in Tokyo and is yet to face trial. Prison rules stop her daughter from visiting.
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Hunt for driver as man fights for life after hit-run in Perth's south-east
A dark coloured vehicle travelling north along Albany Highway at Maddington allegedly struck a pedestrian near a 7-Eleven, according to police.
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Which one of these cars in in the wrong?
Overtaking on multi-lane roads can lead to some disagreements between drivers, so here's a chance to settle who really knows the rules.
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Grieving Perth family falls victim to scammers using dead son's name
Less than four days after Levi's death, ruthless scammers set up a Facebook page calling for donations.
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Co-parenting app helping separated WA families avoid costly court battles
A new phone app is helping separated WA couples streamline communication and avoid lengthy and expensive family court battles.
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Family of Perth grandmother in Tokyo jail speak to foreign minister
Donna Nelson recently had her trial unexpected postponed after already spending 18 months in a Japanese prison on drug smuggling charges that she denies.
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Teen killed, another seriously injured in mini-bus crash south of Perth
A Mercedes sedan and a white Mitsubishi Rosa mini-bus collided at the intersection of Bussell Highway and Tuart Drive in Yalyalup, near Busselton.
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Man charged after dramatic chase following alleged gunpoint home invasion
Two men armed with a gun and a knife broke into a home on Natasha Way early this morning, police allege.
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Family allegedly served insect repellant at Perth restaurant
A Perth mother and her two daughters spent hours in hospital after they were allegedly served insect repellant instead of juice.
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Perth man charged with cybercrime offences
A Perth man has been charged with allegedly setting up Wi-Fi networks to collect personal data from innocent users.
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Health warning for Aussie travellers heading to Bali
Western Australians travelling to Bali over the coming school holidays have been warned to remain alert following a surge in dengue fever cases in the region.
Travel
Puppy farm dogs reunited with inspector who rescued them
Oreo and Gizmo were "deformed". The RSCPA inspector who saved them says now she "could cry", "because they are just completely different".
national
Perth man in court over alleged plot to murder father-in-law in India
Indian Police opened an investigation after a 65-year-old man was attacked with a machete before being shot in the back of the head in Punjab last year.
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Body found in car submerged in dam in Perth's eastern suburbs
A car and body have been recovered from a dam in Perth's eastern suburbs after neighbours called emergency services distressed
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Shein pop-up event announced in Perth after sudden cancellation
The pop-up will showcase Shein's "newest collections" across Autumn and Winter selections.
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Man and woman charged after police allegedly uncover weapon haul under patio
A man and a woman have been charged after police uncovered weapons and thousands of rounds of ammunition at a home in Western Australia.
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Man stuck in Perth backyard hole for hours rescued
He and his landlord had apparently been digging over the past four days in search of a sewer line.
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Couple found unconscious after suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in WA
A man and a woman in their 50s were rushed to hospital in a critical condition after they were found unconscious inside their Perth home.
Western AustraliaAustralian woman to remain in Tokyo jail after 'love scam' trial delay
The shock development comes just two days before the trial of Donna Nelson, who has already spent 18 months in a Japanese prison on drug smuggling charges that she denies, was scheduled to begin.
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Boy charged after fire causes $100k in damage to Perth primary school
Police have charged a 15-year-old today with one count of criminal damage by fire as well as three counts of stealing for an unrelated crime.
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Former bikie boss' sentencing delayed for birth of child
A former Perth bikie boss has been found guilty of possessing hundreds of thousands of dollars of dirty cash.
courts
Perth woman allegedly struck by car rushed to hospital
A Perth woman has been rushed to hospital after being struck by a car allegedly driven by a man known to her.
national
Parents demand answers after child born stillborn at Joondalup Health Campus
A Perth mother whose baby boy was stillborn at Joondalup Hospital claims she was left unmonitored for more than four hours before it was discovered the infant had no heartbeat.
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Perth woman faked her own death to claim life insurance payout
A 42-year-old Perth woman who faked her death in a car accident to claim a $718,000 life insurance payout is due to be sentenced next month.
Fraud
Fourth person arrested over Perth brothers' alleged murders in Mexico
9News can today reveal a man has been arrested in connection to the alleged murders of Jake and Callum Robinson.
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Man dies after car smashes into pole in Perth
The rolling car came to a rest on its roof, with the sole occupant sustaining fatal injuries.
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Father of toddler who died at WA hospital calls for doctors to be stood down
The parents of a toddler who died of leukaemia at a hospital in Western Australia after they repeatedly asked for blood tests are calling for the doctors who treated their son to be stood down.
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Driver follows man on bus before 'deliberately' mowing him down in WA
The victim hopped on the bus while the stranger tailed him in a grey Mitsubishi Triton.
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Mother's sinister discovery at Perth playground prompts warning
A mother has been left shocked after she made a sinister discovery at a children's playground in Perth's southern suburbs.
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Former rugby player chases down alleged knife-wielding teen
Two boys, aged just 16, have been charged over an alleged assault that left two men critically.
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Man charged with manslaughter after Perth 11-year-old dies
The boy had required 24/7 care since he was injured in his family home as a baby.
crime
'Unfolding disaster': WA building company in crisis
Hundreds of customers say they are in a dire situation, having been locked into seemingly never-ending builds.
Building
Qantas unveils plane taking Aussie athletes to Paris for Olympic Games
The Boeing 787 Dreamliner has a green and gold "Go Australia" decal stuck to the side in support of the team.
national
CCC clears officers of misconduct over teen's death in custody
But the crime and corruption watchdog probe into the state's first juvenile death in custody has laid bare a litany of issues inside the facility, leaving the detainee's family devastated.
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Australia Post extends its overnight delivery service to two new cities
The national courier has responded to the two cities' surging demand for online shopping.
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Calls for ban on ultra-cheap fashion products made with forced labour
Human rights groups are calling for Australian laws to "catch up with the rest of the world" as cost of living pressures drive sales at ultra-cheap fashion retailers.
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WA mum charged over crash that killed her twin girls faces court
Rachel Lisa Van Oyen is facing two counts of careless driving causing death over the accident that claimed the life of her twin seven-year-old girls in February.
Western AustraliaPerth brothers laid to rest weeks after their deaths in Mexico
Their parents, Debra and Martin Robinson, reflected on their sons' "beautiful lives" at the memorial service.
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Search suspended for missing surfer in Western Australia
The male surfer in his 40s was spotted in the water by a second surfer who noticed he needed assistance, however, rough conditions prohibited him from helping.
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Man sentenced after trying to steal super from dead girlfriend
The AFP charged the man in July 2020, after claims that he had accessed the super account in the hours following her death.
national
Family claims requests for blood tests ignored before toddler's death
The parents of a toddler who died at Joondalup Health Campus have claimed their repeated requests for a blood test were denied, which hospital staff deny.
health
Thousands of dollars seized as police bust alleged illegal Perth poker game
A high-stakes poker game in Perth's north has been busted during a crackdown on alleged illegal gambling across Western Australia.
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WA doctors hit out at premier's call to report dangerous patients
Western Australia's peak body for doctors has hit out at the premier's demands every patient who poses a potential danger be reported to police.
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Nandos fined $160k after rats, droppings found at Perth restaurant
Rats and droppings were allegedly found at food preparation stations and storage areas.
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Horse owners facing hay shortages after dry summer
A horse owner says there's been hay rationing due to shortages after an extended hot and dry summer in Perth.
national
Grandmother critical after allegedly being stabbed by partner
The 60-year-old was a volunteer at her local church and helped support victims of domestic violence.
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Popular cafe chain's cashless U-turn after backlash
Mary Street Bakery, which operates in five locations across Perth, stopped using cash during the COVID pandemic.
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Perth man accused of murdering his mother in front of girl faces court
The 33-year-old was arrested after he was caught by police and tasered in a dramatic pursuit over the weekend.
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WA mum claims au pair company has left her out of pocket
A Western Australian mum says she is out of pocket $1000 after she paid Blossom Au Pair Service and allegedly received no service from the company.
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