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  • Double Tragedy in Los Angeles | Perth News

    A woman faces murder charges after allegedly causing a deadly LA metro bus crash that killed two people — and then, in a horrifying twist, a news helicopter covering the scene plunged from the sky, killing three more. Investigators are poring over critical cockpit footage showing an alarm before the fatal drop, while families grapple with unimaginable loss. The NTSB probes both crashes, with experts pointing to possible engine failure and rotor issues. A vigil is planned to honor all victims, as officials vow justice and continue their search for answers.

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    https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/sep/17/los-angeles-bus-crash-helicopter-woman-charged

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  • Migration Rules Threaten Aussie Farms | Perth News

    New migration rules are hitting Australian farms hard, with working holiday visas delayed and crops at risk of rotting as harvests stall. Farmers say the government’s push for the PALM scheme — which brings in workers from Pacific nations — is too costly for short-season jobs. While officials defend the move as responsible and relationship-building, critics call it a double game: restricting migration while risking food shortages. Opposition leaders vow to unveil their own immigration plan soon, promising a balanced, evidence-based approach.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/politics/federal-politics/labor-tells-farmers-upset-about-backpacker-shortages-to-recruit-pacific-islanders--c-22888308

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    2 min
  • East Coast Drought and Fire Risk | Perth News

    Australia’s east coast is facing a brutal dry spell fueled by El Niño, with winter rainfall plummeting to just 20% of normal in places like southern NSW and Victoria. Cities like Brisbane and Rockhampton are barely seeing any rain this September, while fire-prone areas like Mallacoota—already devastated by past bushfires—are getting dangerously little moisture, with only 12mm compared to the usual 74mm. Temperatures are soaring, landscapes are drying fast, and October looks even drier—with November as the only potential reprieve. Fire season is set to be perilous; stay alert and stay safe.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/east-coast-bushfire-threat-escalates-as-dry-winter-rolls-into-spring-c-22889455

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    2 min
  • New Moon Crater Reveals Lunar Activity | Perth News

    NASA just revealed a colossal new crater on the Moon—bigger than Melbourne Cricket Ground, formed in 2024—and it’s the largest impact ever spotted in our solar system. Named McGetchin after a lunar research pioneer, this crater was caught by NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, which has tracked over 1,000 new craters since orbiting since 2009. The discovery proves the Moon is still geologically active and offers vital intel for future human bases, reminding us that space isn’t safe—or quiet—for long-term missions.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/science/once-a-century-nasa-scientists-uncover-mcg-sized-crater-on-the-moons-surface-c-22883275

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    2 min
  • Grandma’s Secret Lotto Win | Perth News

    A quiet grandma in Currambine just won $3.39 million from Saturday Lotto—without a whisper to her family. In her seventies, she and her husband plan to keep it secret, quietly upgrading their fairy godmother status while paying off their mortgage and hitting the road across Australia. The System 5 ticket, bought at the local lottery center, also snagged extra prizes, boosting the total win. Lotterywest confirmed the win and highlighted how ticket sales fund community projects like the Joondalup Festival—proving even silent millionaires can spark big change.

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    https://thewest.com.au/news/lotto/saturday-lotto-currambine-grandmother-wins-339m-will-keep-it-secret-and-play-fairy-godmother-to-family-c-22888505

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    2 min
  • Australian Man Faces Thai Murder Trial | Perth News

    A West Australian man faces Thailand’s death penalty as he prepares for his first court appearance in a chilling case involving the murder of a 17-year-old girl. Accused of dragging her into a hotel room over a disputed $21 payment, Carman allegedly killed her during a violent confrontation — her body later stuffed in a suitcase and dumped in bushland. Arrested at Bangkok airport en route to Australia, he initially claimed she vanished while he slept, then shifted his story when evidence mounted. Now held for three months, he denies murder but admits to a struggle, expressing remorse only once on TV. With four serious charges and a potential life sentence or execution looming, this high-stakes trial marks a pivotal moment in an international legal drama.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/court-justice/simon-peter-carman-west-aussie-charged-with-thai-girls-suitcase-murder-to-front-thai-court-for-first-time-c-22888106

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    2 min
  • Victorian Suspects Face NSW Charges | Perth News

    Four Victorians, including a 16-year-old, face serious charges after being extradited to NSW for allegedly planning contract shootings in Sydney — no one was harmed, but the plot unfolded in the early hours of August 31st, highlighting cross-state criminal networks and the gravity of organized crime.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/four-victorians-extradited-over-alleged-sydney-criminal-contracts-shootings-c-22888329

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    2 min
  • NSW Health Pays for Trans Discrimination | Perth News

    A transgender social worker in NSW wins $35,000 after a tribunal rules NSW Health indirectly discriminated against him by forcing him to reveal his birth names during an internal job application — a move that endangered his privacy and caused severe distress. The worker, who transitioned in 2012, had previously disclosed his former names for onboarding but was unaware those details would be shared with colleagues. Testifying that his identity was private even from some family members, he described the ordeal as humiliating and deeply anxiety-inducing. The tribunal agreed, noting the policy was unnecessary for internal applicants and could have been handled privately by HR. An expert confirmed that using a former name causes significant harm to transgender individuals, while using a chosen name supports mental health. HGY received $25,000 in damages plus $10,000 in aggravated damages for the offensive way NSW Health handled the case — though no systemic changes were ordered, the tribunal acknowledged a review was already underway.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/business/humiliated-transgender-social-worker-wins-35k-from-nsw-health-after-being-outed-c-22888360

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    3 min
  • Bali Drug Case: From Trafficking to Personal Use | Perth News

    Sean Millar, a Subiaco man facing serious drug charges in Bali, saw a major legal shift this week: prosecutors dropped the life-threatening trafficking charge after finding he only used drugs at home. Now seeking a two-year sentence for personal use, they cited his cooperation and remorse. His lawyer hopes for leniency, framing him as a victim grieving the recent loss of his daughter—and pointing to Indonesia’s evolving drug laws. Australia is providing consular support as the case moves forward with next week’s hearing.

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    https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/court-justice/sean-millar-subiaco-man-narrowly-avoids-life-imprisonment-in-bali-after-trafficking-charge-dropped-c-22888053

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    2 min
  • Teen in Australia Charged with Online Hate | Perth News

    An 18-year-old Aussie is facing 30 serious charges after authorities uncovered his online campaign of hate — targeting Muslim, Jewish, and migrant communities with violent extremist content, plus possession of child abuse material. The FBI tipped off police, who raided a Brisbane-area home, seizing devices linked to multiple social media accounts promoting terror. He’s in custody and back in court this Friday as AFP vows to protect national security by dismantling digital radicalization networks.

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    2 min

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