Short-term rentals get a new playbook: WA’s fresh rules for the holiday home market
Western Australia is setting a new course for short-term rental accommodation (STRA) with a wave of fresh regulations designed to bring order to the...
WA’s job market shines bright as unemployment hits new lows
Western Australia is basking in the glow of impressive employment figures, with the unemployment rate falling to a remarkable 3.6 per cent in September....
Regional WA rakes in $1.2 billion: Cook government boosts local business opportunities
The Cook Government’s latest report reveals a significant boost for regional businesses in Western Australia, with $1.2 billion worth of local supply contracts awarded...
WA’s resources boom: Jobs galore as minerals shine bright
Western Australia’s resources sector is celebrating a significant milestone, with the latest figures revealing record levels of employment in the industry for the 2023-24...
Swan Song returns to WA: Mystery Road takes South West spotlight
The South West of Western Australia has become the latest backdrop for the critically acclaimed television series Mystery Road: Origin. This second season of...
Tim Picton dies weeks after alleged Perth assault
Tim Picton, a prominent former Labor strategist, has died after spending weeks in a critical condition following an alleged assault outside a Perth nightclub....
WA expands safe accommodation network for women and children escaping violence
The Western Australian Government is adding more crisis accommodation across the state as demand for safe, stable housing continues to rise. A new refuge...
Public invited to shape Western Australia’s first Multicultural Act
Western Australians are being invited to help shape a proposed Multicultural Act, with public consultation closing on Sunday 15 February 2026. The process follows...
WA businesses recognised for backing emergency service volunteers
More than 75 businesses and individuals from across Western Australia have been recognised for their vital role in supporting emergency service volunteers at this...
Kids Access All Areas vouchers draw strong take-up from WA families
Western Australian families have been making the most of live performances, exhibitions and hands-on cultural experiences this school holiday period, following the first round...