Experts are concerned about the potential arrival of H5N1 bird flu in Australia after brown skuas and giant petrels, rarely seen on land, were found in Western Australia, suggesting a possible transmission from Antarctica.
Australia has confirmed its first case of the highly contagious H5N1 bird flu in a seabird in Western Australia, signifying that the virus has now spread to every continent globally.
While prospecting for gold in the Western Australian desert, geologists were surprised to unearth a discovery significantly rarer and more valuable than the precious metal they were seeking.
Australian birdwatchers are excited by the discovery of a black-headed gull in Geraldton, Western Australia, adding to the ongoing enthusiasm for rare bird sightings like the Cocos booby.
Lake Hillier, a naturally pink lake on Middle Island off Western Australia, continues to captivate tourists with its unique coloration, which has been a mystery for over 200 years.
CSIRO scientists in Australia have utilized a powerful radio telescope located in Western Australia to map the magnetic fields of the Milky Way galaxy. Their research aims to uncover crucial clues regarding the galaxy's origins and evolution.
A rural community in Western Australia is facing a desperate struggle against a widespread mouse plague affecting fields, homes, clinics, schools, and even beds.
Researchers in Western Australia have announced an impressive scientific discovery, locating traces of the extremely rare giant squid in a marine area, marking the first such record in over 25 years.
Augustus has initiated a follow-up gold exploration campaign near Leonora in Western Australia, continuing its search for valuable mineral deposits in the region.
Conservation groups have expressed fury over the Western Australian Premier's comments on fracking, asserting that the state is not facing a gas supply problem but rather a gas export problem, labeling the shortage claims as 'fake'.
Mineral Resources (MinRes) has announced the restart of its Bald Hill lithium mine located in Western Australia, signaling renewed activity in the region's mining sector.
Farmers in South Australia and Western Australia have received an emergency permit to use new methods in their fight against a severe mouse plague affecting rural areas.
King River Resources is focusing its exploration efforts on a previously overlooked goldfield in Western Australia, aiming to uncover significant new gold deposits.
Barminco has been awarded a significant $616 million contract for the Bellevue Gold Project located in Western Australia, marking a major development for the mining company.
An Australian court has ordered a mining company to pay A$108 million for causing significant damage to the cultural heritage of the Yindjibarndi people in Western Australia. The judge highlighted the extensive harm inflicted by the company.
72-year-old Singaporean Bruce Cheung established an award-winning wagyu business, Pardoo Wagyu, in Western Australia's remote Pilbara region using data, water, and Japanese cattle genetics.
Gold exploration companies, including Premier1 and Golden Dragon, are reporting high-grade discoveries and targeting new, untouched gold systems in Western Australia. This activity highlights the emergence of significant new gold potential in the region.
Farmers in Western Australia are facing immense challenges, including a widespread mouse plague consuming seeds, a general shortage of seeds, and an ongoing drought, causing significant psychological stress in addition to agricultural losses.
Grain growers in Western Australia are on high alert as mouse numbers surge, with reports of up to 4,000 mouse burrows per hectare in some areas, while South Australia also experiences a significant increase.
Mining company Red Metal has reported striking a fertile system in Western Australia's Paterson Province. This discovery could indicate potential for new mineral resources in the region.
The Times features Western Australia as a remarkable destination, describing it as a 'wonder.' The article humorously adds a caveat about avoiding the topic of cricket.
Skies in Western Australia turned red ahead of a tropical cyclone that tracked across the country, impacting operations at Mitsui Australia's Waitsia gas plant, which is now working to restaff.
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Western Australia experienced dramatic red skies and dust storms ahead of Tropical Cyclone Narelle, which subsequently caused widespread power outages and led to the closure of the Karratha LNG plant, restricting already stretched fuel supplies.
Golden Dragon has announced significant gold potential in Western Australia, flagging a million-ounce-plus discovery that could boost the region's mining sector.
Police in Western Australia are investigating anonymous flyers targeting the LGBTIQ+ community, which were distributed to homes and contained accusations of crimes.
The New South Wales premier has voiced strong opposition to the latest Goods and Services Tax (GST) distribution, arguing that the state's reduced share of revenue relative to its population is unfair and outdated, while Western Australia receives an additional $5.5 billion.
Rio Tinto Group (RIO) and the Western Australian Government have announced a partnership to expand the Dampier Seawater Desalination Plant, aiming to increase water supply capacity.
A rare total lunar eclipse on Tuesday night resulted in a spectacular blood moon, seen first in Western Australia, then in parts of Asia, Europe and across North America.
A 20-year-old man in Western Australia has been charged with preparing a terrorist attack after a manifesto planning 'mass casualties' was allegedly found at his home. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the reports as 'distressing'.
Australia has confirmed a second case of the H5N1 bird flu strain in a northern giant petrel, detected near the initial virus detection site in Western Australia, prompting the activation of long-standing response plans.
Ljiljana Ravlich, a former member of the Western Australian parliament, has been honored with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in recognition of the King's birthday.
Residents in Esperance, Western Australia, made an unusual discovery when they found a live frog in a bag of lettuce purchased from a Woolworths supermarket.
Western Australia is experiencing a significant mouse plague, with mice infiltrating homes and causing widespread disruption. Residents have reported mice in various household items and even in beds, though there are signs the situation might be improving in some areas.
A new report from the Inspector of Custodial Services warns that prisoners in Western Australia are living in 'cruel, inhuman or degrading' conditions, citing inmates sleeping on floors and denied basic entitlements due to systemic failures.
A spearfisherman died after a suspected 15-foot shark attack in Western Australia. This incident marks the third fatal shark attack in the region in less than a month.
A powerful weather event, described as a 'once in five-year' storm, is moving across Australia, bringing winds of up to 125kph and leaving thousands in Western Australia without power.
Horizon Minerals is undertaking an extensive drilling program to revitalize a historically significant gold mining region in Western Australia, aiming to uncover new deposits.
Novo Resources announced it has regained full control of the Egina Gold Project in Western Australia following the withdrawal of Northern Star Resources from their farm-in agreement.
Australia has confirmed its first diphtheria death as the country faces its worst outbreak of the disease in decades, with most cases concentrated in the Northern Territory and others in Western Australia, South Australia, and Queensland.
The 2026 edition of The World's 50 Best Beaches awards has placed Entalula beach in Palawan (Philippines) at the top, followed by Fteri in Kefalonia (Greece) and Wharton Beach in Western Australia.
Australia is experiencing its worst diphtheria outbreak in decades, with a rise in cases in Western Australia and the Northern Territory prompting public health officials to issue vaccine warnings.
A woman in Western Australia discovered a live frog inside a bag of discount supermarket lettuce, prompting a humorous comment about French supermarkets.
US mining company Alcoa is facing further investigation for its strip-mining operations in Western Australia, which are accused of destroying the habitat of black cockatoos, quokkas, and numbats, and threatening Perth's water supply.
The Yindjibarndi traditional owners in Western Australia are considering an appeal against a federal court ruling regarding a $150 million native title payout from mining giant Fortescue, deeming the decision 'unsatisfactory'.
Researchers and citizen scientists are documenting unusual humpback whale behaviors, such as 'pirouetting' and 'jaw-gaping,' off the coast of Western Australia. These actions are believed to be social displays as the humpback migration begins.
An institutional event was held in Perth, promoted by the Consulate of Italy in Western Australia, to celebrate the resumption and expansion of Qantas direct flights to Rome.
Mining company Augustus has announced a significant gold strike during its initial operations in the Leonora region of Western Australia, marking a promising start to its exploration activities.
Miners in Western Australia are reportedly nearing their first strike in decades. The potential industrial action could significantly impact the region's mining operations.
Researchers in Western Australia have identified a unique fungus capable of consuming gold, a discovery that has sparked interest in its potential applications, including in space exploration. The fungus's unusual properties are now being studied for future use.
A traveler recounts a five-day journey through the vast, isolated landscapes of Western Australia, departing from Perth to explore the region around Exmouth.
A weather expert explains how tropical cyclone Narelle created the dramatic blood-red skies in Western Australia, which garnered significant international media attention.
The sky in parts of Western Australia turned vivid red as tropical cyclone Narelle approached the continent, with many describing the event as 'apocalyptic'.
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Narelle has been downgraded to a tropical low after bringing widespread devastation to Western Australian coastal towns, destroying homes and disrupting LNG production. Severe weather warnings remain, with flash flooding threatening regions as the system continues to weaken.
Tropical Cyclone Narelle has intensified off Western Australia, continuing its unusual path across the continent, with meteorologists noting such repeated impacts are uncommon. While not expected to directly hit Perth, the city may experience heavy rainfall.
The Ardea WA nickel project in Western Australia has garnered significant attention from Japanese and US investors, signaling growing international interest in the region's mineral resources.
Auric has surpassed its budget expectations with a successful golden finish at its mine in Western Australia, indicating strong operational performance.
Drill rods are actively spinning as Gateway Resources conducts tests on a promising gold target in Western Australia, indicating potential for significant mineral discoveries in the region.
Gateway has mapped a 15-kilometer corridor adjacent to a proven gold deposit in Western Australia, suggesting potential for further gold discoveries and expansion.
A document reveals that a minerals deal between Australia and the US underpinned the decision to allow Alcoa to continue clearing forests in Western Australia, despite the company unlawfully clearing land for 15 years.
A Perth court has lifted a suppression order, revealing the identity of Liam Alexander Hall, the first person to be charged with terrorism offenses in Western Australia, in connection with an alleged attempted Invasion Day bombing.
Highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu has been detected for the first time on mainland Australia in wild birds in Western Australia, leading to the lockdown of poultry farms, including those operated by Inghams.
A suspected H5 strain of avian influenza has been detected in Western Australia, potentially marking the first detection of this specific strain on mainland Australia, which has previously been free of confirmed cases.
The town of Morawa in Western Australia is experiencing one of the most severe mouse outbreaks ever recorded, forcing residents and farmers to abandon their homes due to an unbearable smell and widespread infestation.
Federal environment department documents reveal insufficient data from Black Mountain Energy regarding its proposal to drill 20 gas wells in Western Australia's Kimberley region.
A significant storm system is expected to impact millions in Western Australia on Saturday, bringing cyclone-strength winds with gusts over 125 km/h. The Bureau of Meteorology also forecasts icy weather for New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Authorities have stated there is 'no hope' of rescuing nine individuals who went missing after a chemical tank collapsed in Western Australia. Emergency services continue their operations at the site of the industrial accident.
Mineral Resources (MinRes) has announced a Final Investment Decision (FID) for the expansion of its Mt Marion lithium project in Western Australia. This move signals a significant investment in increasing lithium production capacity.
PLC Resources has commenced its initial drilling operations at a significant gold anomaly located in Western Australia, marking a new phase in its exploration efforts.
Auric has announced a significant 32% increase in its gold resource at a mine in Western Australia, indicating continued positive results for the company.
A 38-year-old man was tragically killed by a great white shark near Rottnest Island off the coast of Western Australia. The incident, which occurred in a popular tourist area, marks a significant and fatal shark attack in the region.
Researchers have identified 226 animal species, including previously unknown creatures and giant squid, in water samples from over 4500 meters deep in two marine canyons off Western Australia.
New revelations indicate that Western Australia's actions are putting Australia's national climate targets at risk, raising questions about Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's response.
Police have launched a search for 27-year-old Samuel Whitsed, who mysteriously disappeared from the Bibbulmun Track near Perth, Western Australia, after traveling from Victoria to hike.
Carlos Prates has significantly risen in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) welterweight rankings following his performance at the UFC Perth mixed martial arts event in Western Australia.
Gateway Mining has reported tracking a significant 4-kilometer gold strike at its Yandal gold camp in Western Australia, indicating promising exploration results.
Western Australian police proactively blocked 15 members of 'issue motivated groups' from attending an Anzac Day dawn service in Perth. The action followed incidents of booing at similar ceremonies in eastern states, with police citing suspicion of potential disruption.
A massive swarm of nearly 100 soft, white, and translucent creatures, identified as a new species of box jellyfish, has been spotted off the coast of Western Australia.
Geologists have identified and dated the largest iron ore deposit ever found on Earth, located in the Hamersley Province of Western Australia, valued at an estimated $5.7 trillion.
Critica's metallurgical test in Western Australia successfully recovered 81% of magnet rare earths, indicating significant potential for resource extraction.
The Australian government in Canberra has expressed support for Ardea Resources' large-scale nickel project in Western Australia. This backing signals government confidence in the mining venture.
Alien Metals' shares surged by 16% following advancements in drilling operations at two precious metal projects in Western Australia, conducted through joint ventures.
Tropical cyclone Narelle has caused significant damage and disrupted mining and gas operations across Western Australia, with reports of blood-red skies preceding the powerful system's arrival after traveling over 6,500km.
Cyclone Narelle has left a 'harrowing' trail of destruction along the Western Australian coastline, resulting in a graveyard of turtles, dolphins, and seabirds, with locals describing the impact on wildlife as devastating.
Australian police shot dead Dezi Freeman in Victoria, ending a months-long manhunt for the fugitive wanted for killing two officers in August. The suspect was located and killed by police.
The Premier of Western Australia has threatened to invoke emergency powers to compel fuel suppliers to provide critical information regarding fuel stock levels.
A small island near Perth, Western Australia, known for its beautiful beaches and nature, conceals a dark history where tourists unknowingly slept on the bones of the deceased.
Gateway has announced the discovery of a parallel gold target at its Yandal project in Western Australia, indicating promising new exploration prospects.
President Catherine Connolly has sent a letter of commendation to 13-year-old Austin Appelbee, after he heroically swam for four hours through choppy waters off western Australia to get help for his family who were swept out to sea.
Victoria is calling for an overhaul of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) distribution system, citing a 'sweetheart deal' that has resulted in a $6.6 billion windfall for Western Australia.
Farms in Western Australia's regional areas are experiencing diesel shortages as panic-buying in metropolitan areas depletes supplies, impacting agricultural operations.
Great Southern is conducting deep drilling in Western Australia to explore for platinum group elements, aiming to expand its mineral resource portfolio.
Hospitals in Western Australia experienced a difficult end to summer, with concerns that conditions are set to deteriorate further during the upcoming winter season.
Western Australian police have thwarted an alleged mass terror attack, leading Premier Roger Cook to condemn 'language of division' in politics and 'dog whistling' related to immigration.
Ionic, owned by Dimitris, announced the successful completion of a concentrate loading operation from the FLNG Prelude floating liquefied natural gas unit, off the coast of northwestern Australia.
US mining company Alcoa has been hit with an 'unprecedented' $55 million penalty for illegally clearing jarrah forests in Western Australia, including known habitats of protected species.