Rogue’s threat Iran orders $500m worth of missiles

ANOTHER rogue nation has issued a stark threat to America, with Iran expanding its missile program by half a billion dollars in response to US-led sanctions.

Death by fitness How a protein diet killed a young mum

Story on the death of a 25-year-old woman who died on June 21 this year at FSH, with her death certificate giving cause of death as “excessive protein”. According to her family, the young mother of two small children had become obsessed with protein drinks/supplements due to a gym craze but was oblivious to a gene that prevented her body from processing large amounts of protein. The family is angry about the promotion and proliferation of the “supplements” industry, with little general public knowledge about some of the risks. Pictured- SUPPLIED PIC OF Meegan Hefford. Picture: Daniel Wilkins

MEEGAN Hefford was a healthy young mum who loved keeping fit. But the 25-year-old suddenly died in June. One of the causes of her death was "intake of bodybuilding supplements". 

Carlisle drive-by Wrong house theory in shooting

GEN Police at the scene of a shooting on Weston St, Carlisle. Picture. Iain Gillespie The West Australian

POLICE believe a possible drive-by shooter may have targeted the wrong house after a shocked Carlisle couple ended up with bullet-holes in their window.

Funny stuff ‘Nath was on the couch eating grapes’

Nathan Ablett annouces his retirement

PLENTY of hilarious stories have been told about retiring star Steve Johnson, but the former Cat’s story about an ex-teammate might just take the cake.

Serious injuries Woman run over while camping

WA Police are investigating after a woman was run over while camping in Broome. Picture: File image

A WOMAN has suffered serious injuries after being run over while camping on a beach in Broome.

Storm Clouds build over the City Picture: Ben Crabtree The West Australian. 19/01/2016

Powerful winds 'Destructive storm' to hit WA

THE most destructive storm of the year is bearing down on south western WA, as authorities warn of powerful winds gusting at up to 125kmh.

High price How much does Elizabeth Quay cost to run?

the Swan River side of Elizabeth Quay, from a Golden Sun Cruises tourist boat Picture: Ben Crabtree The West Australian. 28/01/2016

IT will come as no surprise that operating Elizabeth Quay is an expensive exercise - and the running costs have not yet been offset by private investment.

New wave Rise of thugs who scare Bra Boys

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MEMBERS of beach gang the Bra Boys deny links to the murder of a homeless man and say alleged culprits are dangerous “wannabes”.

Perth's problems Lack of soul hurts inner city

John Carey with local West Perth florist Donna Fulton from Verbena Flowers and dog Holly. Picture: Justin Benson-Cooper

A LACK of street life, homelessness, and crime and safety have emerged as some of the top issues blighting the city, according to an online survey on how to improve Perth.  

Lifetime care No-fault crash cover aids 28 people

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SOME 28 West Australians catastrophically injured in vehicle crashes in 2016-17 were financially rescued by the introduction of no-fault insurance cover last July.

Bizarre Would you wear bikini crotch charms?

HERE comes the latest trend no one asked for — the Beachtail — described as ‘sexy charms for the bikini crotch’.

Beeb or boob Oscar-winner: ‘My t*ts made the news’

AN OSCAR-WINNING actress has revealed that it was her breasts and not a porn star’s that stole the show during a BBC news program.

Good investment? New Library owner paid $4.6m for venue

THE new owner of the Library nightclub, who paid $4.6 million for venue, says the popular night spot will pay for itself over the next two years.

New stop Ferry service is on point

THE Swan River has a new ferry stop. The Little Ferry Company will now dock at the new On The Point jetty near Herrisson Island.

Coward punch 'We’re lucky he’s still even here'

A FEW weeks ago Paul Mitchell couldn't walk or even say the names of his loved ones following an alleged coward's punch outside a Hillary's pub. 

Overpriced WA regional towns held to ransom by airlines

AIRLINES are “crippling” WA’s regional towns and cities with blatant gouging on ticket prices, a Government inquiry into high airfares will be told.

New bar Nedlands has a new Resident

HAVING conquered Sydney, hospitality heavyweights Matthew Barge and Donnacha Reidy are hoping to enjoy similar success in Perth, with the opening of their first WA venue, The Resident, in Nedlands.

Scene from the movie Logan Lucky. Roadshow Films.

A hillbilly heist with heart

REVIEW: Director Stephen Soderbergh works his Ocean’s 11 magic again for a heist movie, with Channing Tatum and Daniel Craig in Logan Lucky.

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Dean Smith 'A facet of who I am - not the foundation'

Dean Smith (WA Liberal senator) is an openly gay WA Federal Liberal senator who is fighting for same sex marriage pictured in Mt Lawley, Perth. 17 June 2017. Picture: Ross Swanborough.

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

STM Ashley Sutton Bar designer, pictured in his hometown Fremantle picture: Richard Hatherly

AFTER years of globetrotting, Ashley Sutton — the world’s top bar designer — is back in his hometown weaving his magic on Fremantle punters.

Julie Bishop has refused to throw her support behind same-sex marriage.

Non-committal Same-sex shutdown from WA ministers

WA Federal Liberals — including ministers Julie Bishop, Mathias Cormann and Michael Keenan — have refused to throw their support behind same-sex marriage.  

Twiggy snaps Forrest: Greens are ‘party for paedophiles’

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BILLIONAIRE Andrew ‘Twiggy’ Forrest has labelled the Greens “the party for paedophiles” for failing to support a cashless debit card for welfare recipients.

Charged debate ABC warns staff over gay marriage debate

Sign with ABC logo outside ABC building, home of ABC radio, on Harris Street, Ultimo, Sydney, NSW.

THE ABC has taken the extraordinary step of warning its staff not to “censor” debate about same sex marriage, reminding them not to voice their own opinions in news coverage.

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Joe Spagnolo Honeymoon period for Labor appears over

I WOULD not have thought just a few months into Labor’s tenure the dissatisfaction of WA voters would be this high. But it is.

RendezView Nipples aren’t the currency of self-respect

Supplied Editorial Miley Cyrus is a big fan of the free the nipple campaign

SURE, it’s a double standard male nipples can be displayed but women's can’t. But is baring our chests really the way to teach girls self-respect, asks Kylie Lang.

Heidi Anderson Breaking down the stigma around abortion

PerthNow columnist and hit929 breakfast radio presenter Heidi Anderson.

THE decision to terminate a pregnancy is often a difficult and an emotional one. By sharing our stories we can break down the stigma around this polarising issue.

Disgusted Lyon denies Magpies coaching link

FREMANTLE coach Ross Lyon has hit back at Brownlow medallist and 6PR radio broadcaster Brad Hardie’s claims he approached Collingwood about becoming their next coach.

Super Sunday Scott looks for more forward firepower

SUNDAY RE-CAP: Kangaroos coach Brad Scott lamented a lack of support for Ben Brown as Hawthorn, Melbourne and Port Adelaide picked up wins.

Phew! West Coast still alive in finals race

WEST Coast dodged a bullet, partly because lowly Carlton had forgotten how to pull the trigger and partly because it was so windy it missed.

Katie Underwood's Beautiful Jazz' Tour which sees her playing live in Sydney on Friday August 20th at The Vanguard Pic Chris Pavlich

Bardot star’s awkward run-in with The Voice

SOPHIE Monk’s former bandmate Katie Underwood has delivered a stinging smackdown to The Voice revealing she was asked to audition for the show.

Delta and ex Nick Jonas get cosy again

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FANS are having a meltdown after a photograph of Delta Goodrem and her ex-boyfriend Nick Jonas emerged online overnight.

‘The Bachelor made me gain 10 kgs’

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JENNIFER Hawke says she gained 10 kilograms in the mansion and even after filming wrapped months ago, she hasn’t been able to shake off the extra weight.

RendezView ‘No’ campaigners have misjudged Australia

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LIKE most instances of great social change, homophobia in Australia dwindled while we weren’t really paying attention, writes Claire Harvey.

RendezView Separation is hard. Be easy on yourself

RendezView. A young woman walks alone on a beach heading towards storm clouds.

SEPARATION is hard, so hard. But there are some ways to get through it, as I discovered for myself, writes Angela Mollard.