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Ambulance boss urges venues to buy defibrillators after Wiggle's close call

CPR and a public-access defibrillator used by off-duty nurse Grace Jones, seen here with  ICU paramedic Brian Parcell, saved the life of former Yellow Wiggle Greg Page (inset).

Former Yellow Wiggle Greg Page might not have survived his cardiac arrest on Friday if it wasn't for Castle Hill RSL's defibrillator and an off-duty nurse willing to give it a go.

  • by Jenny Noyes

McGregor back to his best with quickfire KO against Cerrone

Conor McGregor.

Conor McGregor made a huge statement on his return to the UFC on Sunday with a devastating TKO defeat of Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone at UFC 246 in Las Vegas.

  • by Ronny Lerner

'It would have killed me': Elderly man attacked by neighbour in his home over horn spat

Orelia grandfather Peppe shows how he used a rusty shovel to defend himself from his neighbour.

Orelia resident Peppe, 88, said he is "very lucky" to be alive after a neighbour allegedly forced his way into his Menli Place home on Friday morning.

  • by Kelly Haywood
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Royal family

Queen's message to Harry and Meghan couldn't be clearer: It's over

The decision to strip Harry of his military appointments may be considered harsh.

The most experienced British monarch in history knew her subjects would never have let the couple have their cake and eat it.

  • by Camilla Tominey

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04 mobile numbers were expected to expire years ago. It didn't happen

04 mobile numbers were expected to expire years ago. It didn't happen

The communications regulator predicts the supply will last another decade because of dropping demand.

  • by Fergus Hunter
Woman identified as victim of a suspected murder in Perth's north
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Crime

Woman identified as victim of a suspected murder in Perth's north

The victim of a suspected murder in Perth's north has been identified as a woman in her 20s and was known to her alleged attacker who has been arrested over the fatality. 

  • by Marta Pascual Juanola and Lauren Pilat
Electric vehicles are expected to drive greater demand for lithium in future.
Editorial
Electric cars

Australia is stuck in the slow lane on electric vehicle policies

As the take-up of EVs accelerates around the world, it is time for the Morrison government to urgently shift gear on this exciting, game-changing technology.

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Hoan Ton-That, founder of Clearview AI, whose app matches faces to images it collects from across the internet.

A secretive company co-founded by an Aussie may end privacy as we know it

A little-known start-up helps law enforcement match photos of unknown people to their online images.

  • by Kashmir Hill
Greg Carton, owner of Broadwater Oysters in Pambula.

'Cancel your trip to Bali': the Australian tourist towns crying out for visitors

As the threat from bushfires subsides, NSW south coast towns are welcoming back tourists in the hope of fending off an economic crisis.

  • by Angus Thompson
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Claremont serial killer trial

Mr Edwards is accused of murdering Jane Rimmer, Ciara Glennon and Sarah Spiers in Perth.

'If your notes were inaccurate then, your evidence is inaccurate today': Defence

Serving police officer Sergeant Gary Hyde will today continue to give evidence about his involvement in the transfers of the state's four critical hair exhibits relating to Ciara's murder.

  • by Heather McNeill
Bradley Robert Edwards is facing trial over the Claremont serial killings.

Claremont killer trial: Witness 'didn't want to leave Jane's body alone'

As the Claremont serial killer trial nears the end of its third week, witness evidence has turned to the final moments of Ciara Glennon's life and the passersby who discovered Jane Rimmer's body in Wellard bushland.

  • by Heather McNeill and Hannah Barry

Western Australia

Jarrad William Nash is due to face court on Sunday.
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Crime

Man appears in court charged over attempted murder after allegedly slashing a man's throat 

A 23-year-old man appeared in court on Sunday charged with attempt unlawfully to kill over the stabbing which left the victim hospitalised. 

'My hero, a best mate': WA farmer killed in head-on South West crash 

'My hero, a best mate': WA farmer killed in head-on South West crash 

On Thursday evening, Tom Fox was driving along the highway when his truck was struck by a car travelling on the wrong side of the road near Capel.

  • by Louise Rennie and Marta Pascual Juanola

Man dies in hospital after suspected fight in shadow of Narrows Bridge

NSW Police.

Police are investigating the death of the 46-year-old who is believed to have been in an altercation in South Perth between 1am and 3am on Saturday.

Man shot in leg in South Perth in second incident of eventful night

Police said the victim remained in critical condition in the intensive care unit following the alleged attack. (File image)

The incident was across the road from Perth Zoo, just around the corner from South Perth's entertainment district.

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Courts

Mandurah 'fire hero' sentenced for taking advantage of Good Samaritan

Darren Kyle Hunter in an interview with 9 News Perth last year, after he pulled an elderly woman from a burning house.

Hunter smashed a glass door and rushed inside a burning home to drag out an unconscious woman. But...

  • by Hannah Barry

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Politics

Chinese researchers are frustrated and angry that their visas are delayed.

'Great concern': Chinese embassy hits out at visa delays for PhD students

The embassy said the students had not received clear answers from Australia, but the Department of Home Affairs said visa processing times were normal.

  • by Nick Bonyhady

Business

Instagram's chief executive Adam Mosseri, centre, poses for a photo with Instagram co-founders Kevin Systrom, right, and Mike Krieger.

This is the guy who took away the likes

Adam Mosseri, head of Instagram has led its critical project: the elimination of public "likes."

  • by Amy Chozick

World

The war in Yemen is considered a proxy war between Saudi Arabia and Iran.

Scores killed in Yemen military camp attack

The attack marks the latest chapter in a bloody proxy war between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

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'Just a bit illicit': The transformation from family mansion to chic hotel

'Just a bit illicit': The transformation from family mansion to chic hotel

Casa Bonay is a true Barcelona hotel, from the mosaic tiles to the black steel-framed windows overlooking the bustling Gran Via.

  • by Emma-Kate Wilson
How to design a veggie garden that doesn't look scrappy

How to design a veggie garden that doesn't look scrappy

Edible gardens are not all the same. There’s the good, the bad and the downright scrappy – I have seen and tended to them all.

  • by Byron Smith
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Life & Culture

The Cabana pool venue at Mindarie Marina offers a point of difference for visitors to the precinct.

No struggle street here: The Perth retail precinct finally getting it right

Perth's new multimillion-dollar retail precincts were spotlit for the wrong reasons last year, with punters shunning poor tenancy mixes that left businesses struggling.

  • by David Prestipino

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Sport

Willie Rioli.

Banned Rioli back in training with West Coast Eagles

West Coast premiership player Willie Rioli is back training with the club after taking time off following his shock provisional suspension.

Margaret Court.

'It's a tricky one': Tennis champions wary about Margaret Court recognition

Tennis Australia said last year it would "recognise but not celebrate" Court at the 2020 event, after she came under fire for her views on same-sex marriage.

  • by Anthony Colangelo
Samantha Stosur says communication from organisers is vital to allay player concerns about smoke haze.

Communication with players key to easing air quality concerns: Stosur

If tournament officials keep players in the loop about air quality issues there will be less tension, says Samantha Stosur.

  • by Peter Ryan
Nick Youngquest: 'I never had any major concussions but it's all those little knocks that are probably the worst, because you keep on playing.'

Model and former NRL player Nick Youngquest reveals post-career seizures

On the surface, the former Sharks, Dragons and Panthers winger has a dream life as a model. In reality, rugby league took its toll.

  • by Andrew Webster
Collingwood star Brodie Grundy.
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AFL 2020

Grundy signs huge seven-year deal with Collingwood

Collingwood have signed star ruckman Brodie Grundy on a seven-year deal set to earn him at least $1 million a season over the life of the contract.

  • by Damien Ractliffe and Peter Ryan
Mose Masoe suffered a serious injury while playing a pre-season game for Hull KR on Sunday.

'If Mose is able to walk again that will be a success'

Hull KR coach Tony Smith has confirmed Mose Masoe's rugby league career is over and admits he faces a fight to walk again.

Ashleigh Barty.

Open wide open, but challenge for Barty

For flagbearer Ash Barty, the Australian Open will be an adventure, while Nick Kyrgios must chart a course past No.1 seed Rafael Nadal.

  • by Greg Baum
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