Australian author Craig Silvey, 43, has been charged with two further child exploitation offences, including allegedly producing child exploitation material. Mr Silvey was initially charged in January with distributing and possessing child exploitation material. He appeared in Fremantle Magistrates Court on Monday morning, where his bail conditions were continued. The new charges include another count … Read more
A bushfire in the Perth Hills has been downgraded from an emergency to a watch and act level as firefighters continue to battle the blaze. Perth Hills Bushfire: Situation Update At 6.38pm local time, Emergency WA issued an alert for residents in parts of the Shire of Mundaring to remain vigilant as conditions are changing. … Read more
The Rise of the ‘Conscious Consumer’ and the Future of Grocery Marketing A Western Australian grocery store, Bunbury Farmers Market, is making waves with a playful jab at larger supermarket chains regarding the early arrival of hot cross buns. This seemingly slight act highlights a growing trend: consumers are increasingly drawn to businesses that align … Read more
A Perth mother, Rachal Lange, found herself facing a threat of police action following an incident involving her four-year-aged daughter and a ‘best friend’ necklace at daycare. Necklace Dispute Escalates The situation began when Lange’s daughter was given the necklace by another child at the childcare centre. After the daycare informed parents that the necklace … Read more
Western Australia’s Boomtown Future: Will Housing Keep Pace with Population Growth? Western Australia is bracing for significant population growth, with forecasts predicting 4 million residents by 2043. A latest report from the Bankwest Curtin Economics Centre (BCEC) highlights both the opportunity and the potential roadblocks, particularly a looming housing crisis. The state’s population recently surpassed … Read more
Severe thunderstorms are forecast to impact parts of Western Australia in the coming hours. At 5:22pm, the Bureau of Meteorology issued an alert for those in the southern interior to prepare for heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding. Severe Weather Threatens WA Regions According to the Bureau of Meteorology, a “particularly moist airmass” combined with … Read more
Rottnest Channel Swim Cancellation: A Sign of Increasing Challenges for Open Water Events? The last-minute cancellation of the 2026 Rottnest Channel Swim, due to forecast bad weather, has left 2,500 swimmers and countless support crews disappointed. While not unprecedented – the event was also cancelled in 2007 and partially in 2024 – this incident raises … Read more
Western Australian Labor MPs have called for a Nationals MP to issue a public apology following allegations of a racist comment made during a parliamentary function. The incident occurred Monday evening while parliament was hosting a Chinese New Year event. Parliamentary Exchange According to reports, Nationals member for Central Wheatbelt, Lachlan Hunter, used a procedural … Read more
Perth Set to Welcome Record Numbers of Chinese Tourists for Lunar New Year 2026 Perth is preparing for a significant surge in Chinese visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday, with early indicators suggesting a potential record-breaking influx. The extended nine-day holiday break in China, running from February 15 to February 23, is a key … Read more
Valentine’s Day Warning: Romance Scams Rise as AI Complicates Detection Western Australian authorities are urging vigilance this Valentine’s Day as romance scams continue to evolve, with new tactics leveraging artificial intelligence to deceive unsuspecting individuals. Recent data reveals that while reported cases dipped slightly in 2025, the financial impact remains substantial, with scammers stealing $3.8 … Read more