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cheers to thatPremiumWho wants to buy beloved 120-year-old pub in Mt Barker?

One of the Great Southern’s historic country pubs is up for sale, with the seller seeking expressions of interest until the end of the month.

Melissa Sheil

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NewsPremiumNRMA Insurance fined after overcharging NSW drivers millions in premiums

The insurer has been fined $479,500 and is refunding motorists in New South Wales who were overcharged for their CTP policies.

Damion Smy

One Nation raises eyebrows after handing out a children’s colouring book at the Mount Gambier show featuring satirical political cartoons.

POLITICSPremiumOne Nation show item raises eyebrows

A One Nation colouring book handed out at a show featured cartoons of Bluey and Robert Irwin being robbed at knifepoint.

Emma Kirk

A fifth cash rate rise for 2026 is on the cards.

RBAPremiumBig bank makes call on next rate hike

Australia’s biggest home lender has changed its forecast on a Melbourne Cup day rate hike following the worst inflation data since the start of the Iran war.

Stephen Johnson

Lucia Balatti from Lulu's Raggedy Dolls and Crafts.

small bizPremiumIN PICTURES: Hundreds brave weather for small business expo

Braving Saturday’s rain, hail and gale-force winds, Albany’s small business community turned out in droves for the annual WA Small Business Day Expo to show off their wares and entrepreneurial spirit

Melissa Sheil

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NewsPremiumSubaru’s Australian importer promises decisive action amid sagging sales, eroding profits

Subaru's local distributor will review the brand's local model range as sales drop and competition gets tougher.

William Stopford

An investigation is under way following the death of a newborn in Sydney’s southwest. NewsWire / Nikki Short

BreakingPremiumTwo baby deaths in four years spark probe

The death of a newborn child has sparked a major police investigation in Sydney’s southwest.

David Hannant

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NewsPremiumAustralian road toll on track for highest level since 2010

The latest road toll data shows Australia is on track to record its highest annual number of road deaths since 2010, following a rise of more than 25 per cent in September.

Damion Smy

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NewsPremiumMore rugged Mitsubishi Outlander revealed, and something like it could come to Australia

The new Mitsubishi Outlander Diamond Trail Edition that debuts at SEMA 2026 is keen to venture a little further off the beaten track.

Derek Fung

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NewsPremiumMazda CX-70 axed in US, safe in Australia – for now

The Mazda CX-70 five-seat SUV will be rolled into the CX-90 lineup in the US, casting doubt on its future in Australia.

Damion Smy

2027 Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid: Quick drive

ReviewPremium2027 Chery Tiggo 4 Hybrid review: Quick drive

The updated Tiggo 4 looks better and its new turbo hybrid has plenty of punch, but our brief drive leaves us leaning towards the cheaper petrol model.

Alborz Fallah

Woolworths sales in the first quarter were boosted by Ooshies collectables.

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Ooshies mania sends Woolies sales through the roof

A successful Disney collectables campaign has pushed Woolworths sales growth higher as budget-conscious shoppers drive increased demand for private label groceries.

Adrian Lowe

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NewsPremiumChinese brand says rivals are bringing cars to Australia to clear excess volume

Leapmotor says Australian buyers are clever enough to spot when rival brands are simply trying to offload excess supply in our market.

William Stopford

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NewsPremiumEurope inches closer to watering down its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars

The EU is still figuring out how much to soften its new-vehicle emissions target for 2035, but the bloc is slowly moving towards an agreement.

Derek Fung

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NewsPremiumLeapmotor's electric hot hatch firming for Australia after New Zealand confirmation

Leapmotor Australia is in talks to bring a hotter version of its new electric small hatch here, but it hasn't offered timing or specifications.

William Stopford

Fundraising Manager Hollie Turner is pictured at Dogs' Refuge Home with Shar Pei Cross puppies Rusty and Oasis.

PetsPerth dog shelter secures own forever home after 90 years

Every dog deserves a forever home — and now one of Perth’s most loved and oldest dog shelters has finally secured its own.

Sophie Gannon

Read what your zodiac sign predicts for your day.

StarsYour horoscope for Wednesday, October 28, 2026

Read what your zodiac sign predicts for your day.

Kim Fairminer

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UPDATEDPremiumOz Lotto jackpots to staggering amount

Two consecutive weeks without a Division 1 winner have pushed the Oz Lotto jackpot to an eye-watering figure.

Andrew Hedgman

The 23rd annual Boobalicious Ball drew 700 guests to Crown Perth on Friday in an action-packed effort to raise funds for Breast Cancer Care WA.

WA NEWSCamera IconBoobalicious breast cancer fundraiser returns with a bang

The 23rd annual Boobalicious Ball drew 700 guests to Crown Perth on Friday in an action-packed effort to raise funds for Breast Cancer Care WA.

Zach Margolius

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HEALTHPremiumSunscreen shake-up leaves shoppers in dark

Tougher sunscreen testing could soon be mandatory across Australia after last year’s SPF scandal rattled consumer confidence.

Andrew Hedgman

2027 Polestar 4 SUV

ReviewPremium2027 Polestar 4 SUV review

Now with a rear window! The Polestar 4 SUV hails from Korea with more boot, more windows, and the same chassis upgrades as the mid-size 'coupe' it's based on. Is it the new pick of the range?

James Wong

Ally 3, baby Zoe, Jess and Lily Caldwell, 5.

It’s showtime PremiumIN PICTURES: Hundreds brave cold weather for Katanning show

A little wind and a chilly forecast did not keep the crowds away with hundreds of people rugging up and heading to the Katanning Agricultural Show for a day of family fun on Saturday.

Amy Towers

Essential Caravans plunged into voluntary administration amid factory shake-up.

BUSINESSPremiumBad news for major Aussie caravan maker

An award-winning Aussie caravan maker has collapsed into voluntary administration - marking the fifth business to fall apart within a year.

Emma Kirk

Centrelink is chasing about 150,000 welfare recipients over debts. NewsWire / David Geraghty

NewsPremium‘Disgrace’: Centrelink targets 150k Aussies

The welfare system’s previous method of calculating debt was found to be unlawful but has since been renewed – now they’re chasing almost 150,000 Aussies.

Alexandra Feiam