10 weekend trips from WA
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Western Australia
‘Deep polar low’ to bring record breaking chill
Record breaking low temperatures are set to hit the south and east this week as a deep polar low sweeps across the continent bringing rain, snow and winter worthy chills.
Five words reveal Qantas’ furious battle
One the surface it was a note of support from Qantas towards embattled rival Virgin, but it’s reignited a furious stoush with one of the country’s biggest airports.
State allows groups of 10 to gather
The first state to try easing virus restrictions will do so from Monday, including changes around social gatherings and weddings.
Woman dead after Hocking ‘dispute’
A woman has died and a man in his 60s has been left with critical injuries following an incident in Hocking today.
First Aussie states to relax restrictions
Australia is beginning to ease tough social restrictions as the fight against coronavirus continues to progress well. But there’s a catch.
Albany remembers our fallen soldiers
In Albany April 25 cannot be mistaken for any other day – pandemic or no pandemic.
Moving act after teen’s sudden death
Friends of a teenager who died suddenly in Perth found a creative way to farewell him after COVID-19 restrictions prevented a public funeral.
Only one new COVID case for WA
Just one new case of COVID-19 was reported today, bringing the State’s infection total to 549.
Regions out in force to honour Anzacs
We look at how regional West Australians showed their solidarity this Anzac Day in lockdown.
Interpreter shows off dance moves
WA’s most famous AUSLAN interpreter, Fiona Perry, can add dancer to her resume.
Fake designer bags seized after Bali trip
Australian Border Force officers have seized 129 fake bags and purses which a 31-year-old woman was attempting to bring into the country through Perth Airport.
Car v house driver in court
A man who allegedly fled the crash scene after slamming his car through the front wall of a house in Caversham, seriously injuring a young man inside, will face court this morning.
Aussies study critical COVID-19 question
Why do some people die while others experience no symptoms at all? Aussie researchers are on a quest to find out.
App keeps little minds active in lockdown
The Telethon Kids Institute app has been rejigged specifically to help families who are stuck at home and children who may be missing out on early childhood education.
Perth housemates’ epic Beatles bin day
WA, the bar has officially been raised!
Coma patient wakes to changed world
A woman who was put into a coma after falling ill with coronavirus on the Ruby Princess cruise has woken to a different world.
More than 200 Queenslanders stranded in WA
With widespread cancellation of domestic flights, more than 200 Queenslanders are stranded in Western Australia hotels after leaving coronavirus quarantine.
First Aussie jailed over virus rules
The 35-year-old man wedged open a fire exit door while in quarantine at a Perth hotel to sneak out and visit his girlfriend.
State’s ‘fierce’ lockdown flattens curve
After thousands of tests, a hard border closure and fierce social restrictions, an Aussie state has become a prime example of how to flatten the coronavirus curve.
WA records just six new virus cases
Only two cases of the new cases originate from within WA.
Two bodies found in Perth unit
The deceased man and woman were said to have known each other, with neighbours reportedly hearing screaming on Sunday afternoon.
Car v house in Mirrabooka
The driver slammed into the property just before midnight.
Teen driver killed in Good Friday crash
Good Friday ended tragically for a teen girl who died in a car crash on WA’s country roads.
WA records eight new cases overnight
There have been eight new confirmed COVID-19 cases overnight, but restrictions won’t be lifted any time soon.
Masks ‘upsetting and intimidating’ guests
Security guards at quarantine hotels in Perth have been told to stop wearing masks because it’s upsetting guests, and now they fear for their safety.
Man accused of leaving hotel quarantine
Police say the 34-year-old man, who recently returned from overseas, left his mandatory Perth hotel quarantine early this morning and caught a taxi to Fremantle.
Heatwave to test Aussies in lockdown
A scorching Easter heatwave is set to be a test for Aussies who have repeatedly been urged to stay home over the long weekend.
Perth beaches packed during heatwave
Pictures from Western Australia’s most popular beaches have caused concern as a heatwave sets in. But authorities have issues a stern warning.
Police dog tracks driver after chase
An unmarked police car was rammed during the chase which ended after the driver and passenger ran in bushland.
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