NewsBite

Western Australia

Residents in Western Austraila have been issued a warning as a cyclone sweeops past the Pilbara region over the weekend, bringing gale force winds and plenty of rain with it. The Bureau of Meteorology issued a warning for residents in the Pilbara region, spanning from Creek to Ningaloo, as tropical cyclone Sean began moving west from the Pilbara region., Cyclone Sean is expected to continue strengthening as it moves west, parallel to the Pilbara coast and travelling to open waters. “From Monday onwards, the cyclone is expected to turn towards the southwest, while remaining over open waters,” the bureau said. “By this time, the cyclone is expected to begin moving away from the coast.”

Warning as Cyclone Sean closes in

Residents in one state have been warned to bunker down as tropical cyclone Sean sweeps over the region, bringing blistering winds and heavy rain.

A closed sign on the Bunbury Museum and Heritage Centre.A boy has been flown to Perth with critical injuries after a parking meter fell on him at the Bunbury Museum and Heritage Centre.The incident happened on Arthur Street in the CBD on Wednesday morning. picture: ABC

5yo critical after crushed by parking meter

A five-year-old boy has been rushed to hospital with critical injuries after a disused parking meter fell on him.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - 16 JANUARY, 2025: Dion Barber (R) arrives at the Perth District Court with his lawyer for the third day of his trial. Mr Barber is suing the State of WA over allegations he was subjected to "horrific sexual abuse" while a ward of the state in the 1980s and 90s. Picture: NewsWire / Emma Kirk

Man sues state for ‘horror’ childhood abuse

A man who alleges he was repeatedly abused while a ward of the state has told a court his life was full of “nastiness, hate and sexual abuse”.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos - 16 JANUARY, 2025: Dion Barber (R) arrives at the Perth District Court with his lawyer for the third day of his trial. Mr Barber is suing the State of WA over allegations he was subjected to "horrific sexual abuse" while a ward of the state in the 1980s and 90s. Picture: NewsWire / Emma Kirk

UPDATEDBreaking News

‘Nightmare:’ Man’s sexual abuse claim

A man suing the state of Western Australia over “horrific sexual abuse claims” has told a court his childhood was a “horrible nightmare.”

More Stories

Geminids Meteor Shower in northern hemisphere. Picture: Asim Patel

How to see spectacular meteor shower

A giant meteor shower is set to pass over Australia this weekend, but one thing is threatening our chances of seeing the spectacular shoW.

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos JANUARY 26, 2023: The National Australia Day Flag Raising and Citizenship Ceremony was held inCanberra on the morning of Australia Day. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the event.Picture: NCA NewsWire / Gary Ramage

Huge change to Australia Day celebration

A major change to Australia Day celebrations would be pushed through if the Coalition wins the upcoming election, a senior Liberal MP has said.

0

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos JANUARY 26, 2023: The National Australia Day Flag Raising and Citizenship Ceremony was held inCanberra on the morning of Australia Day. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the event.Picture: NCA NewsWire / Gary Ramage

Huge change to Australia Day celebration

A major change to Australia Day celebrations would be pushed through if the Coalition wins the upcoming election, a senior Liberal MP has said.

0

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos JULY 07, 2022: A Jetstar plane takes off from Melbourne Airport. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Andrew Henshaw

‘Threatening’ passenger sparks flight turnaround

It’s understood the passenger was given a no-fly ban after the flight from Brisbane to Perth was forced to turn around.

Measles generic. Picture: ACS

Urgent measles warning for major city

A second urgent measles warning has been issued for a major Australian city, days after an overseas traveller was confirmed carrying the contagious virus.

Award winning novelist Brenda Walker was killed in a horrific incident at Kings Park on Wednesday. Picture: Supplied

Aus rock legend’s sister dies in tragic incident

An award-winning author and sister of a Cold Chisel member has been killed in a horrific incident at Kings Park in Perth.

Moment vegan activist targeted Moment vegan activist targeted

Vegan activist targeted while eating dinner

The Perth local was enjoying a meal with her partner when she was suddenly struck by a stranger.

Mauwa Kizenga. Mauwa was stabbed and killed on Saturday, 16th March 2024 in the Balga area of Western Australia. Mauwa was only 22 years old. Picture: gofundme - https://www.gofundme.com/f/rzv93y-gone-to-soon

Woman stabbed to death on suburban street

An alleged killer has pleaded not guilty on grounds of insanity over the death of a young woman who was brutally murdered on a suburban street.

Fresh delay in ex-AFL star’s fatal crash case

A former AFL player facing two manslaughter charges over a crash that killed two elderly women has had a fresh delay in his case.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NewsWire Photos, MARCH 13, 2024: Cyclist Rohan Dennis arrives at the Adelaide Magistrates Court where he is facing charges over the death of his wife Melissa Hoskins. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Brenton Edwards

Olympian pleads guilty after wife’s death

Olympic champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has made a huge call as he fronted court to answer allegations relating to the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins.

1
…
15
16
17
18
19
…
200

Original URL: https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/western-australia/page/17