Seeking justice Bishop’s pledge to MH17 families
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Julie Bishop today renews her vow to the families of the 38 Australians murdered on MH17 that the killers will be brought to “justice”.
Bigger penalties Demerit dodgers targeted in crackdown
HEFTIER fines and wheel clamping are being considered by the State Government in a bid to close a loophole that allows thousands of drivers every year to dodge demerit point penalties.
Latest winner Lotto luck shines in Perth's north
PERTH has a new jackpot winner after Saturday's Lotto draw - but the prize fell just short of the magic million mark .
Blocked off Mystery of woman's body clogs freeway
UPDATE: THE Mitchell Freeway was a crime scene and several Scarborough homes were searched as police investigated a 35-year-old woman’s death, which was uncovered in bizarre circumstances.
Cheap fuel Petrol at 90c a litre? Yes please
PERTH petrol prices have dropped below $1 a litre for the first time since October — and bargain hunters can fill up for as little as 90¢ a litre tomorrow.
Good to go Hill, Hamling fit for derby
BRADLEY Hill has waved off injury concerns, confirming he is a starter in today’s 46th western derby after soreness prevented him from completing training on Wednesday.
Eco retreat Rottnest Island gears up for glamping
VISITORS to Rottnest Island will late next year be able to sleep in “eco tents” costing between $100 and $350 a night, if new plans are approved.
Sharks Tagging done 'little to improve ocean safety'
QUESTIONS are being raised about the expansion of the WA Government's shark detection network after it emerged only 11 great whites have been tagged over the past two years and detections dropped by 20 per cent.
Dean Smith 'A facet of who I am - not the foundation'
WA Liberal Senator Dean Smith faces his toughest fight as he tries to bring about new laws that will allow same-sex marriage in our country.
Bar design Local boy back to weave magic
AFTER years of globetrotting, Ashley Sutton — the world’s top bar designer — is back in his hometown weaving his magic on Fremantle punters.
Encryption Spies will get access to phones
FEDERAL Cabinet member Christopher Pyne says he doesn’t expect a fight from Apple, Facebook and Google when the government introduces legislation to unlock encrypted messages.
Broad church Turnbull stands by Menzies speech
PRIME Minister Malcolm Turnbull has defended his speech on the Liberal Party as Pauline Hanson and Cory Bernardi used his comments to recruit members.
RendezView Women, we’re selling ourselves short
WE knew it was true, and now an entrepreneur has said it. The economy is built on women undervaluing themselves, writes Saman Shad.
RendezView Should boys be allowed in female change rooms?
HOW old is too old to take your son into the female change rooms? Koraly Dimitriadis poses the question after a recent pool outing with her young daughter.
Bananas in Pyjamas are turning 25
AS the Bananas in Pyjamas celebrate turning 25, the men behind the yellow skins reveal the fascinating reason why the beloved characters can’t count beyond four.
GOT stars promise fast paced season
THE cast of Game of Thrones has stepped out for the premiere of the second-last season of the biggest television show in the world ahead of the season seven launch on Monday.
RendezView Fossil fuels are here to stay, despite Al Gore
AL GORE has used a business model based on fear to make himself rich, yet his every apocalyptic scenario has failed to materialise, writes Miranda Devine.
RendezView Why is consensual sex with the boss a problem?
OFFICE affairs seriously damaged these high-profile careers but they shouldn’t have, writes Claire Harvey. Corporate giants should let the staff screw around.
Pocket money Older siblings save more money
YOUNGER siblings might be seen as more fun, but their big brothers and sisters are winning when it comes to money.
Off your wagon Mum arrested ‘trying to show kids good time’
A US woman was arrested for towing her two children in a wagon behind her car. While she claims it was a bit of fun, her kids are now with child services.
Retail revolution It's shopping, but not as we know it
THE Whitfords Shopping Centre redevelopment will be complete with waterside lounges, a brewery with ocean views, bars and restaurants when it opens later this year.
Anti-encryption push falls flat
THE government is taking on the tech giants over encryption. But the response the announcement has been far from positive.
