Monster tsunami kills hundreds
WHOLE towns in northern Japan have been swept away by a monster 10 metre tsunami triggered by the worst earthquake in the country's history.
At least 54 Aussies in worst-hit area
THERE are 54 Australians registered in Japan's earthquake and tsunami zones but actual numbers in the area are likely to be higher, the government says.
Japan declares nuclear emergency
PRIME Minister Naoto Kan has ordered residents within 10km of Fukushima nuclear plant to leave as radiation levels soar at the site.
Western Australia
Girl, 6, injured in country crash
A SIX-YEAR-OLD girl was taken to hospital with serious injuries after being hit by a car in Geraldton, one of three crashes on country roads.
$1 million cannabis crop found in SW
GREAT Southern police have discovered a massive cannabis plantation north of Walpole, seizing about a $1 million worth of the drug.
WA could stop Shell mining if reef at risk
THE State Government says it will do all it can to stop oil and gas exploration near Ningaloo Reef if there is the slightest chance the reef will be threatened.
Ex-mayor in tears as arrest warrant issued
A DISTRESSED and clearly frustrated Tony Vallelonga breaks down for a second time in days as his lawyer confirms Italian authorities want to arrest him.
Pies win again
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Ecaope from detention
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Perth Confidential
Jennifer Hawkins' exotic party
JENNIFER Hawkins and Jake Wall have gone all Moroccan to celebrate their engagement today.
Charlie Sheen taken away in front of Aussie
NOVA radio host Dools is with Charlie Sheen as his LA mansion is surrounded by police, with fears the star had been taken into psychiatric care.
Rihanna rolls into Perth
SHE racked up a big bill at a sex shop in Sydney, but where will Rihanna visit while she’s in Perth? What do you think Rihanna should get up to in WA?
Ke$ha wants an Aussie hubby
POP star Ke$ha is on the lookout for an Aussie husband - but has revised her criteria for a man.
Cubefield rocks!
National
Police arrest man over body in suitcase
POLICE have arrested a man over the discovery of a woman's body inside a suitcase at a park in Sydney's west.
Business
US stocks resilient after Japan quake
US MARKETS have held up despite traders grappling with the economic impact of a massive earthquake and tsunami in Japan, the world's third-largest economy.
Ferguson against mandating local content
RESOURCES Minister Martin Ferguson has announced his vehement opposition to mandating the level of local content used on WA's major resources projects.
Barnett flags bigger S Korea presence
SOUTH Korea could become a major player in the Oakajee project as Premier Colin Barnett flags a bigger presence from the Asian nation in WA’s economy.
Sport
Magpies win epic Cup final
COLLINGWOOD confirmed they have the premiership habit, winning a classic NAB Cup Grand Final over a gallant Essendon.
Scorpions support Fev in times of trouble
UPDATE: THE VFL side that signed Brendan Fevola will stand by their troubled player in the wake of his Crown casino relapse and brave admissions on TV last night.
Mitch Marsh, North smash tons in WA's 382
TALENTED teenager Mitch Marsh has scored his maiden Sheffield Shield hundred, belting 111 to back up skipper Marcus North's majestic 158 against NSW at the SCG.
Lee keen to eclipse McGrath record
BRETT Lee plans to extend his international career and wants to become the first Australian bowler to take 400 one-day wickets.
Entertainment
Mel Gibson sentenced for domestic violence
MEL Gibson has been sentenced to a year long domestic violence counselling programme.
Charlie Sheen taken away in front of Aussie
NOVA radio host Dools is with Charlie Sheen as his LA mansion is surrounded by police, with fears the star had been taken into psychiatric care.
World
At least 54 Aussies in worst-hit area
THERE are 54 Australians registered in Japan's earthquake and tsunami zones but actual numbers in the area are likely to be higher, the government says.
Japan declares nuclear emergency
PRIME Minister Naoto Kan has ordered residents within 10km of Fukushima nuclear plant to leave as radiation levels soar at the site.
Try soft sand running
Picture yourself running free and easy on a beach? To avoid injury while running on soft sand, take some tips from an expert.
Editor's Picks
Weight debate hits bride Kate Middleton
AN off-the-cuff comment has fired up debate over Kate Middleton's apparent weight loss in the leadup to the royal wedding.
Perth Weather Forecast
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The Reef
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