Child ATVs sold nationally recalled over safety concerns
The Youth All Terrain Vehicle's have been recalled due to an issue with the throttle.
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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.
Perth
Perth's first non-stop flight to Paris takes off
Passengers will spend 17 hours in the air before landing in Paris in what will be Western Australia's third direct Europe service.
Western Australia
Massage parlour operators accused of exploiting workers
Yuteng Zhang, 32, and Jess Fang Ching Ting, 37, have been accused of exploiting foreign workers at a massage parlour in a Western Australian mining town.
national
More than 3000 jobs at risk as mining giant shuts down mega operation
It's a sign WA's nickel industry is hanging by a thread in the face of crashing prices, an expert warns.
mining
Sister of woman shot dead by police gives evidence in court
The sister of a woman shot dead by police has given evidence in court, breaking down in tears afterwards, as she said what happened to the 29-year-old can never be repeated.
Western Australia
Whats on for NAIDOC Week this weekend?
With heaps of activities still to come, here's what's going on in your state this weekend.
national
Spice rack staple pulled from the shelves at Aldi
People who consume the product could face unpleasant helth consequences, the recall notice says.
Food recall
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.
courts
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.
national
Man bitten by shark while spear fishing
He was bitten around 11.30am while spearfishing at 14 Mile Beach, just outside of Coral Bay.
Shark Attack
Former AFL player has charges upgraded over deadly crash
Shannon Cox was allegedly behind the wheel of a Toyota Prado when it collided with a road train towing two trailers, and a Suzuki hatchback on Brand Highway near Cataby.
crashes
Early signs of rental hope, but most households still in 'extreme pain'
"Many families are forced to allocate a substantial portion of their income to housing, leaving little room for other essential expenses."
Cost of Living
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.
road safety
Broome crocodile video takes over the internet
Shocked spectators were told to prepare to run as they filmed the aggressive reptile.
Crocodile
Four builders a week going broke in Western Australia
Four builders are going broke every week in Western Australia despite a soaring demand for new homes.
Western Australia
Canberra man extradited to Perth over historic sexual assault
A Canberra man has been extradited to Perth accused of sexually assaulting a student at university accommodation more than 30 years ago.
Western Australia
Selective schooling doesn't provide any long-term benefits, suggests new research
A look at almost 3000 students over 11 years found no difference in a selective student's likelihood of landing a job or going to university.
education
WA great-grandmother fights off teen alleged intruder
Stella was asleep next to her husband when the teen allegedly broke in and punched her in the face. Bruised and bloodied, she fought back.
crime
It's hard to believe anyone survived this horror crash
A driver is fighting for life in hospital after a horror crash in Perth's northern suburbs.
Western Australia
Cop who shot woman dead felt 'scared'
The police officer who shot dead an Indigenous woman says he felt "scared" and acted on "instinct" when he fired the fatal bullet five years ago.
Western Australia
Teen arrested after woman, 80, allegedly assaulted during burglary in WA
An 18-year-old man has been charged after an 80-year-old woman was allegedly punched in the face after she woke to her home being raided.
assault
Car allegedly stolen from WA carpark with six children inside
A man is facing a string of charges after he allegedly stole a car with six children inside in the Eastern Goldfields region.
crime
Inquest into death of Yamatji woman stirs up feelings of hurt
Day three of an inquest into the death of a Yamatji woman has stirred up feelings of hurt and anger in Western Australia.
Western Australia
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.
Perth
Search for man who knocked 72-year-old to the ground while boarding bus
The elderly man was left with cuts and grazes on his arm.
crime
'Albanese needs to look in his mirror': Sheep farmers target Labor
Western Australian farmers are promising the fight is not over after the Albanese government's live sheep export ban passed the Senate.
agriculture
Tough new laws to protect retail workers in WA come into effect
The state's new "assault retail worker" offence means violent offenders now face up to a decade behind bars for attacking staff while they're on the job.
Retail
Projector mount sold at JB Hi-Fi stores nationwide recalled
The mount does not contain a secondary locking mechanism, Product Safety Australia said in a recall notice.
national
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.
national
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.
crime
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.
Perth
Police uncover thousands in cash in bikie boss' car
9News has obtained exclusive vision of the moment police uncovered hundreds of thousands of dollars inside a bikie boss' car.
Western Australia
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.
Perth
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
Man arrested over 'evil twin' fake wifi networks, AFP says
The man allegedly lured unsuspecting victims into signing over their personal details.
crime
A month's worth of rain falls in two days over parts of state
The downpour over central and southern WA is set to continue this weekend, bringing rain, wild winds and thunderstorms.
Weather
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.
Australia
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
Perth
Mushroom gummies recalled after presence of 'unapproved novel food ingredients'
Two varieties of Uncle Frogs mushroom gummies are being recalled due to the presence of unapproved novel food ingredients.
national
Shein pop-up event announced in Perth after sudden cancellation
The pop-up will showcase Shein's "newest collections" across Autumn and Winter selections.
Perth
Trial date set for Reynolds-Higgins defamation battle
A trial date has been set for Liberal senator Linda Reynolds and her former political staffer Brittany Higgins' high-profile defamation battle.
Brittany Higgins
Health warning for northern WA after two die from mosquito-borne disease
Two people have died from Murray Valley Encephalitis (MVE) in Western Australia, prompting a health warning for anyone visiting the northern parts of the state.
national
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.
crime
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.
Perth
Dentist charged after allegedly indecently assaulting teenage employee
The man from Port Hedland has been charged with one count of indecent dealing with a child over 16 under their authority.
courts
'Bitter cold', rain, possible tornadoes forecast for Aussie state
A low pressure system and cold front will bring welcome rain to thirsty country in coming days.
Weather News
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.
Perth
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.
courts
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
