Karratha WorldSkills bronze winner hopes to inspire
Caitlin Budd, 16, came third in the electrotechnology category of the WorldSkills National Championships.
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Ashburton Shire risks $8m cut in Wheatstone dispute
A ratings dispute over the LNG Project presents an “extreme” financial risk for the Shire.
Winter nights get a bit brighter at Brookfield Place
For 11 days, buildings at Brookfield Place will be lit up as part of the annual Winter Lights Festival.
Pedestrian seriously injured in Geraldton
Part of Phelps Street is this morning closed after a pedestrian was seriously injured in a traffic crash last night.
Karratha positioned well for next growth phase
Mayor Peter Long discusses the projects which will shape our town’s future
UWA pulls interest in Ningaloo Centre research hub
The university was set to open an Oceans Institute in the $34m facility
Tackleworld Exmouth fishing report
Unpredictable weather not keeping the catch away
Costumes galore at Dr Baynton bike race
Competitors went above and beyond to fit the fun nature of Karratha’s grueling mountain bike course
WA sheep trade on brink as exporter exits after raids
WA’s $250 million live sheep trade is on the brink after State officials raided the offices of WA’s biggest live sheep exporter.
Obesity nation’s weak link in health report card
There are more wins than losses in the report, putting the country squarely in the best one-third of OECD countries for life expectancy - but our obesity levels are among the worst in the world.
Wait list fear as private cover increases
Doctors warn public hospital waiting times could blow out as more patients struggle to pay for ever-increasing private health cover.
WA tourism takes $140m hit
The number of tourists visiting WA has increased but they are spending less while they are here.
Pilbara students see advanced science in action
A university STEM outreach program toured Pilbara high schools this month.
Punishers hold eight ball finals spot... for now
A tight tussle for the last finals berth is shaping up in the KDEBA
Dominant Kats pounce on Swans to move up the ladder
The Karratha Kats have regained second place from South Hedland
Kate Atkinson’s wild life on the inside
The Kalgoorlie-born star is revelling in the ride that is acclaimed Australian drama Wentworth.