WA National Briefing

BREAKING: Inflation surge puts rates back in focus 28.10.2026 1:37 ↓

A stronger-than-expected September rise has added pressure before the RBA meets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Albanese under fire over grant + Israel election deadlocked 27.10.2026 1:37 ↓

The Opposition claims Parliament was misled + neither Israeli bloc secures a majority. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Man charged over allegedly false Bondi terror attack injury claim 27.10.2026 1:36 ↓

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Hundreds of Qantas ground staff walk off the job 27.10.2026 1:36 ↓

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BREAKING: Greg Lynn loses bail bid ahead of retrial 27.10.2026 1:38 ↓

He’s awaiting a new trial over Carol Clay’s alleged 2020 murder. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4.9 earthquake rattles homes south of Adelaide 26.10.2026 1:37 ↓

Residents reported several seconds of shaking, rumbling and rattling windows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A proposal to bring in tougher new testing rules for Australian sunscreens 26.10.2026 1:35 ↓

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Australia's cyber spy agency sounds the alarm on AI-powered attacks 26.10.2026 1:37 ↓

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Parliament pauses to support Helen Haines 25.10.2026 1:38 ↓

Anthony Albanese shares a call for a gentler political path.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bullet found on Victorian minister’s car 25.10.2026 1:37 ↓

Police are investigating after a marked bullet was allegedly left on Paul Edbrooke’s car. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More households go hungry as the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite 25.10.2026 1:40 ↓

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Politicians to pay tribute to Helen Haines in parliament 25.10.2026 1:36 ↓

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Helen Haines now in serious but stable condition 24.10.2026 1:10 ↓

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Government makes final push to fund Aussie space flight 23.10.2026 1:09 ↓

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One dead and four injured in Paris shooting 23.10.2026 1:05 ↓

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National candlelight vigil for Helen Haines 23.10.2026 2:01 ↓

Australians are being encouraged to light a candle tonight, 8pm AEDT, in support of injured MP Helen Haines who remains in a critical condition.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nationals MP retires, denies being pushed out 23.10.2026 1:41 ↓

Nationals MP Michelle Landry will retire at the next federal election, rejecting rumours she's been pushed out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government questions Haines ‘dirt file’ attention 22.10.2026 1:37 ↓

The PM insists the document contained no personal criticism of Haines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Treasurer to warn of slower economic growth and higher unemployment 22.10.2026 1:37 ↓

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Man shot by police in alleged DV incident 22.10.2026 1:35 ↓

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Fresh MP office threat case heads to court 22.10.2026 1:37 ↓

It comes as Helen Haines remains critical after Monday’s attack.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Armed man arrested for allegedly making threats at MP's office in WA 21.10.2026 1:36 ↓

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Helen Haines has both legs amputated after alleged car attack 21.10.2026 1:37 ↓

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BREAKING: No bail bid for Helen Haines attack accused 20.10.2026 1:39 ↓

Brendan Nugent remains in custody as police deal with politician threats.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Further charges possible over Helen Haines attack 20.10.2026 1:38 ↓

Police are considering more serious charges as Haines remains critically injured in hospital.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.