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Taxi protest stops traffic in Perth CBD

By Rachel Tassicker on May 10, 2016

Drivers are protesting against the State Government’s refusal to crack down on ride-sharing services, like uber.

Police auction off rare Holden Monaro

By Pete Milne on May 10, 2016

It’s a beast, but be prepared to pay a big price if you want to buy it.

Police want help to solve Welshpool assault case

By Joanna Delalande on May 10, 2016

A father-of-three is still recovering from severe head and leg injuries.

Perth teen charged with murder

By Eleri Teesalu on May 10, 2016

Three adults are also facing court today over the murder of Alan Taylor.

Call for action on quadriplegic centre

By Kathleen McAdam on May 10, 2016

McGowan urges the government to make the centre a priority.

Man charged with gun possession

By Joanna Delalande on May 10, 2016

Police allege the gun was thrown over the back fence of a Midvale property.

OUTinPerth magazine to be revived

By Georgia Williss on May 10, 2016

The new owners are using crowdfunding to get the magazine out.

Police running man challenge hits WA

By WI Reporters on May 9, 2016

Their answer to the challenge from NZ Police was filmed in Joondalup.

Three killed on WA roads in 48 hours

By Courtney Thornton on May 9, 2016

It was a horror weekend.

Dennis Jensen to run as independent for Tangney

By Kerryn Musson on May 9, 2016

MP lost pre-selection after details of his saucy novel were released to the media.

Inquiry into Lyme disease a ‘waste of time’

By Kerryn Musson on May 9, 2016

The disease is not treated in Australia.

The $60 chook – is it worth it?

By Rachel Wong on May 9, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Butchers weigh up the pros and cons of organic chickens.

Update: Missing 12-year-old boy found

By RACHAEL TAN on May 9, 2016

Pierre Lette returns home safe after 24 hours.

Mooching ’round Mandurah

By Grace Newton on May 9, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

Embracing a diverse community south of Perth.

Perth on call

By Pete Milne on May 9, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

CBD – a smart phone hotspot.

Faces of The Quay

By Aster Ferguson on May 9, 2016 • ( Leave a comment )

People emerge after the rain to enjoy the sun at Perth’s newest landmark.

Nine things you missed over the weekend

By Maddison Simmonds on May 9, 2016

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