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
Police say children in Perth faced a “serious and imminent” risk of kidnapping after uncovering a plot by 39‑year‑old Jason William Forbes to abduct and abuse a young girl in a secret, sound‑proof loft he built in his home. WARNING: This story contains details that some readers may find distressing. Forbes was sentenced to seven years … Read more
Perth awoke to a muggy and drizzly morning as ex-tropical cyclone Mitchell crossed the Western Australian coast in the early hours of Tuesday. Mitchell’s Impact on Western Australia The Bureau of Meteorology downgraded Mitchell to an ex-tropical cyclone overnight before it crossed the Gascoyne coast east of Shark Bay at 1am. Gascoyne Junction recorded 132mm … Read more
Residents in Western Australia’s Gascoyne region remain indoors as Tropical Cyclone Mitchell skirts the coast of Carnarvon, while many welcome the much‑needed rain. Storm track and official warnings The category one system has been hugging the Pilbara coastline and travelling south since Friday. It is moving parallel to shore, tracking south of Carnarvon and is expected … Read more
Samson Soars into Perth’s Million-Dollar Suburb Club – What Does This Mean for WA Property? Samson, a suburb east of Fremantle, has officially joined Perth’s exclusive million-dollar club, experiencing a remarkable $500,000 jump in median house prices over the past year. This surge positions Samson among 32 suburbs in Western Australia where the median house … Read more
The Rise of DIY Homes: Are Flat-Pack Living Spaces the Future? The housing crisis is forcing Australians to get creative, and Bunnings is now at the forefront of a surprising trend: selling do-it-yourself homes. From compact “pods” to larger timber cabins, the availability of these flat-pack structures signals a potential shift in how we approach … Read more