Latest state news
Ronald Pennington, 84, on trial over death of Cariad Anderson-Slater more than 20 years ago
12:32pm An elderly man has gone on trial accused of killing a woman in Perth more than 20 years ago.
Archbishop rejects same-sex recognition
10:27am The Anglican Archbishop of Perth has again rejected a proposal to recognise same-sex relationships within his diocese.
Lonely Planet top 10 regions list a 'massive boost' to WA and the Kimberley
ALEISHA ORR 9:47am Western Australia's Kimberley region could be set for an influx of tourists after coming second on Lonely Planet's list of top 10 regions to visit.
Mechanics Institute and Ezra Pound raising the bar in Northbridge
JILLIAN MCHUGH 9:03am Small venues in Northbridge are continuing to thrive amongst a change in the 'drinking culture' of Perth's popular nightlife region.
Maddington raid uncovers haul of drugs and weapons
Liam Ducey 8:02am Maddington man charged with 11 separate offences after police discover guns, weapons and cash in his home.
Man charged over Bunbury building site thefts
Liam Ducey 7:48am A 34-year-old homeless man has been charged over a series of thefts from WA building sites during September and October.
Elderly woman threatened with hammer in Geographe home
Liam Ducey 7:34am A 72-year-old woman was threatened with a hammer on Monday night in Geographe after a man broke into her home to steal her car.
WA's bushfire-proof housing project that's designed to be burnt
MICHAEL HOPKIN 2:00am Ian Weir isn’t the first West Australian ever to buy a plot of bushland and build a cabin or two. But he might be the first who is actively hoping his buildings get hit by the full force of a bushfire.
Two sips, no spitting: the true measure of an official beer taster at the Perth Royal Beer Show
ALEISHA ORR 2:00am At least two sips and no spitting is the true measure of an official taster at the Perth Royal Beer Show.
Woman injured in shark attack off Exmouth
7:11am A black tip reef shark has attacked a snorkeller in Western Australia.
$30m WA Lotto prize remains unclaimed
4:27pm The champagne is still on ice at Lotterywest headquarters in Perth, as the identity of the state's $30 million Powerball winner remains a mystery.
WA sex offenders to get state housing
2:58pm Western Australia's worst sex offenders could be given state government housing and counselling services if a judge rules they can be released from prison.
Scott Ludlam says Greens find 'handfuls' of miscounted votes in WA Senate recount
MICHAEL HOPKIN 2:36pm Greens Senator Scott Ludlam says his scrutineers have found 'handfuls' of wrongly assigned votes during the WA Senate recount.
Man wanted after Morley indecent assault on teen
Leanne Nicholson 1:56pm Police have released an image of a man they want to question following an alledged indecent assault of a 17-year-old girl at Morley Galleria Shopping Centre last week.
Hundreds apply for WA redundancy packages
1:08pm More than 1100 West Australian public servants have applied for generous voluntary redundancy packages, as the state government strives to trim the budget.
One dead after car rollover near Esperance
One person has been killed and another four have been taken to hospital after a car crash near Esperance.
Cambodian wildlife crisis wins WAtoday VJ media award
A compelling video investigation into the plight of animals in Cambodia has won WAtoday.com.au video journalist Jerrie Demasi a coveted 2013 WA Media Award.
Taxi death crash driver pleads guilty
A man accused of driving a car that ploughed into a Perth taxi, killing the driver and a British scientist who had just arrived in Australia, has pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter.
Palmer fury at senate recount confusion
Billionaire Clive Palmer has accused the Australian Electoral Commission of "complete incompetence" after more doubts emerged during the recount of votes for Western Australia's new senators.
Yoga instructor, 81, gives Perth students charity masterclass
Robyn Preston Being 81 years of age hasn't stopped world-renowned yoga master Sheila Hayes from donning on a school dress to teach a Perth yoga class for charity.
Search called off for swimmer missing off Yanchep
ALEISHA ORR WA Police has called off the search for a man missing off a Perth beach.
Fire crews put out burning ATM in High Wycombe
ALEISHA ORR Detectives are investigating an ATM explosion in High Wycombe overnight.
Photographer eats bugs, lost in Nannup bush
ALEISHA ORR A man who went missing in bushland in Western Australia's South West resorted to eating bugs.
Swim in the Swan for a share in $100,000
NARELLE TOWIE Registrations have opened for one of the richest swim contests in the country, taking place on the Swan River in February.
Fears for missing Busselton man
Police hold fears for the welfare of 31-year-old Busselton man who hasn't been seen since Wednesday.
Chevron battles Barrow Island fire
Robyn Preston Chevron battled a bushfire on Barrow Island, the site of its offshore Gorgon Project, off the Pilbara coast on Saturday night.
Bibra Lake cyclist killed in collision with car
A 41-year-old man has died after being hit by a car while riding his bicycle in Bibra Lake on Saturday night.
Shark sighting in Perth's northern beaches
Robyn Preston Swimmers have been warned to be cautious after a 1.8 metre hammerhead shark was spotted off Perth's northern beaches this morning.
Public asked to help police find Maida Vale man
Police hold serious concerns for the welfare of 60-year-old Maida Vale man who has been missing since Saturday afternoon.
Yanchep search for man swept away by rip
Police have resumed the search for a 30-year-old man who went missing after being caught in a rip at Yanchep on Saturday night.
