Regional WA

Shark attackMan bitten by shark at Pilbara beach

Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development confirmed the attack and urged people to take caution in the area

Tom Zaunmayr

Behind enemy linesThe HUGE 1.7m sqkm task facing Broome Lib Neil Thomson

The softly spoken first-term Liberal MP, pictured, is the only viable Opposition voice to the McGowan juggernaut north of Onslow and is one of only two new Liberal members in Parliament

Tom Zaunmayr

Collie accusedMan denies using car to pin two women against pub wall

South West business owner Benjamin Lawrence Bynre-Quinn pleaded not guilty to the charge in Bunbury Magistrate’s Court today.

Carly Laden

UPDATED‘Get it right’: Grieving families react to suicides inquiry

The families of veterans who died by suicide have cautiously welcomed Scott Morrison’s announcement of a royal commission saying “we must get it right”.

Clare Armstrong and Adella Beaini

‘Vile’ assaultYoung mother in ‘vile’ assault

She struggled with the officer as he attempted to handcuff her, scratching him on the forearm before spinning around and spitting in his face.

Tegan Guthrie

Businesses boomingGoldfields-Esperance businesses on a high

Data from WA’s peak commerce group released yesterday reveals 59 per cent of businesses surveyed in the region are tipping stronger conditions over the next three months.

Jason Mennell

Dangerous prankSinister wire trap across tourist road slammed

“I just don’t even know what you’re thinking if you’re going to do that sort of nonsense.”

Jason Mennell

‘I will always love you’Grieving dad’s tribute for son killed in motocross comp

The father of a boy tragically killed at a motocross competition near Esperance on Sunday has shared a heartbreaking tribute after losing his only child, saying his ‘heart is in a thousand pieces’.

Daryna Zadvirna

FOOTBALLGoldfields Football League women make their mark

Kalgoorlie cashed in on a four-goal haul from Zala Verbole to grab a slice of local history by outclassing Boulder yesterday to launch the Goldfields Football League’s official women’s competition

Neale Harvey

FOOTBALLRailways smash Eagles in the Goldfields Football League

Railways’ clinical demolition of Kambalda on Saturday to open round 2 in the Goldfields Football League was both a surprise and a relief for coach Rhett Pettit.

Neale Harvey

UpdatedInside Harry, Wills private conversation

When Prince Harry and Prince William finally spoke to each other outside their grandfather’s funeral, the world’s eyes were on them. This is what they said.

Merryn Johns, The Sun

World News‘Super cool guy’: Aussie’s close bond with Prince Philip

An Aussie charity worker who studied in Melbourne and is Usain Bolt’s cousin has revealed her special bond with the Duke.

Stephen Drill

In mourningQueen seen for first time since funeral

Queen Elizabeth has been spotted driving herself from Windsor Castle for the first time since the funeral of her beloved husband and consort, Prince Philip.

Stephen Drill, Charles Miranda

Philip FuneralThe Royal Family’s new patriarch

Prince Charles has formally assumed the role of Royal Family patriarch and healing the rift between his sons will be his first big challenge.

Charles Miranda

Motocross tragedyTeenager killed in Esperance motocross crash

“Tragically the rider, a 14-year-old boy, could not be revived and died at the scene.”

Jason Mennell

Guilty pleaChild exploitation material guilt admitted

Drazik Carroll, 22, previously pleaded guilty to possession of more than 20 child exploitation videos and cannabis in his caravan park home

Tegan Guthrie

Skimpy capitalLoving life in skimpy capital

“I don’t really experience any rudeness or lectures here, the people are just lovely and that’s why I keep coming back.”

Tegan Guthrie

Helping handDonation of communication tools speaks volumes

Full Circle speech pathologist Emily Sherry said the devices helped children who could not communicate verbally or struggled to be understood by others.

Jason Mennell

Karora sparklesKarora tips production lift for later this year

The Kambalda-focused Canadian company overnight on Thursday revealed it had churned out 24,694 ounces of gold for the March quarter.

Jason Mennell

Bold moveBaby wear hobby drives Jess into new business

For nine years, Jess Hoarau was a truck driver at KCGM, working her way up the ladder to service crew and charge up.

Tegan Guthrie

Car split in twoTwo boys confirmed dead in horror South West crash

Two boys have died overnight after a car carrying seven teens — two of whom are believed to have been travelling in the boot — crashed into a tree.

Catherine Massey

street artBusselton CBD alight with new mural

A community group trying to breathe more life into the CBD celebrated their hard work on Sunday night when they officially opened the new Busselton Street Art Project.

Catherine Massey