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Man in stable condition after crocodile attack off exclusive Queensland resort
1 year, 6 months ago

Man in stable condition after crocodile attack off exclusive Queensland resort

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A 51-year-old Gold Coast man has told how he prised open the jaws of a crocodile that attacked him when he was snorkelling off Cape York. Key points: A 51-year-old man has been attacked by a crocodile while snorkelling off a resort in Far North Queensland He remains in a stable condition at the Cairns Hospital It is the fifth …

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Banksia Hill juvenile detention centre officer seriously injured after being hit by rocks
1 year, 9 months ago

Banksia Hill juvenile detention centre officer seriously injured after being hit by rocks

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An officer at WA's Banksia Hill juvenile detention centre has been seriously injured after rocks and debris were allegedly hurled at him by a detainee, triggering the government to consider moving inmates to adult jails after they turn 18. Key points: Youths climbed onto the facility's roof on Monday afternoon An officer was struck in the head by a piece …

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WA nurses' industrial action ramps up as unions still at loggerheads with government in dispute
2 years, 1 month ago

WA nurses' industrial action ramps up as unions still at loggerheads with government in dispute

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WA's public sector wages dispute is far from over, with three unions still at loggerheads with the state government. Key points: Nurses have ramped up their campaign of industrial action WA Police are preparing industrial action of their own Premier Mark McGowan says he wants unions to continue negotiations Nurses yesterday moved to the next stage of their industrial action, …

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Forrestfield-Airport Link project launched after a two-year delay
2 years, 2 months ago

Forrestfield-Airport Link project launched after a two-year delay

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Perth commuters will finally be able to catch a train to the airport, after the state and federal governments launched the $1.86 billion Forrestfield-Airport Link, two years behind schedule. Key points: The project has been jointly-funded with $1.37 billion of state and $490 million of federal government funds It was initially scheduled to open in 2020, but was pushed back …

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Western Australia records fresh COVID peak with 17,033 new infections
2 years, 7 months ago

Western Australia records fresh COVID peak with 17,033 new infections

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Western Australia has recorded 17,033 new cases of COVID-19, prompting the Australian Medical Association to "beg" for some restrictions to be reintroduced. Key points: Mark McGowan says 27 per cent of hospital patients are unvaccinated Mark McGowan says 27 per cent of hospital patients are unvaccinated But only 1 per cent of the population is unvaccinated But only 1 per …

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WA records fresh peak with 12,390 new COVID cases after reporting third-worst day for ambulance ramping
2 years, 7 months ago

WA records fresh peak with 12,390 new COVID cases after reporting third-worst day for ambulance ramping

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Western Australia has set a fresh COVID record with 12,390 new infections, after the state recorded its third-highest day of ambulance ramping yesterday. Key points: Today's COVID tally is a 20 per cent jump from yesterday The virus has put unprecedented strain on emergency departments This has led to record levels of ambulance ramping More than a quarter of St …

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WA border opening date is March 3, as Mark McGowan announces new COVID restrictions
2 years, 10 months ago

WA border opening date is March 3, as Mark McGowan announces new COVID restrictions

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Western Australia's hard border will come down at 12:01am on Thursday March 3, allowing triple-dose vaccinated arrivals from interstate to enter WA without quarantining. "These would include the four square metre rule indoors, mask-wearing measures for years 3 and above, working from home for vulnerable people, and home gatherings reduced to a total of ten people," he said. WA COVID-19 …

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Clive Palmer says WA's vaccine passport border restrictions are in breach of section 117 of the constitution. Is that correct?
3 years, 3 months ago

Clive Palmer says WA's vaccine passport border restrictions are in breach of section 117 of the constitution. Is that correct?

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The claim As the vaccine rollout gains pace, the national conversation is turning to the question of whether vaccines should be mandated in some contexts. Experts told Fact Check that in order to mount a successful challenge to WA's border restrictions under section 117 of the constitution, Mr Palmer would need to demonstrate discrimination on the basis of state of …

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What age should you start thinking about making a will?
3 years, 3 months ago

What age should you start thinking about making a will?

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I've been putting off doing my will for years, and I'm not alone in my procrastination. "From my perspective, once you turn 18, and you've got a job, that's probably a starting point when you think about putting in place an estate plan," he says. The problems that can arise with super If you don't make a binding death benefit …

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NSW expected to move to 'extreme risk' WA COVID border restrictions, Mark McGowan says
3 years, 4 months ago

NSW expected to move to 'extreme risk' WA COVID border restrictions, Mark McGowan says

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WA Premier Mark McGowan has warned the state is likely to escalate the New South Wales risk level to "extreme" in the coming days. Key points: There is no exact timeframe on NSW going to extreme risk, the Premier says There is no exact timeframe on NSW going to extreme risk, the Premier says He says hundreds of West Australians …

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Questions remain over Aishwarya Aswath's death at Perth Children's Hospital, WA Premier says
3 years, 7 months ago

Questions remain over Aishwarya Aswath's death at Perth Children's Hospital, WA Premier says

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The WA Premier says a fast-tracked coronial inquest into the death of Aishwarya Aswath will help answer why the seven-year-old girl was not admitted to hospital earlier on the night of her death, reiterating staffing was "above its complement". Key points: Staffing levels were high the night the girl died, the Premier says But he says more answers are needed …

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WA high-risk workers among those to receive 10,000 Pfizer vaccine doses in first rollout
3 years, 10 months ago

WA high-risk workers among those to receive 10,000 Pfizer vaccine doses in first rollout

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Western Australia has recorded its sixth consecutive day of no new COVID-19 cases, as the Premier revealed a vaccine rollout is set to begin by the end of the month. Key points: WA will receive up to 10,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine WA will receive up to 10,000 doses of the Pfizer vaccine Up to 5,000 people including high-risk …

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New coronavirus strain fuels fears WA health system unprepared as ambulance ramping grows
3 years, 11 months ago

New coronavirus strain fuels fears WA health system unprepared as ambulance ramping grows

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As a new variant of coronavirus appeared within WA's hotel quarantine system, questions around the state's ability to respond to a potential outbreak have continued to mount. Key points: WA reported four consecutive months of record ambulance wait times WA reported four consecutive months of record ambulance wait times There are concerns about the health system's preparedness for an outbreak …

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Clive Palmer loses High Court challenge to Western Australia's coronavirus border closure
4 years, 1 month ago

Clive Palmer loses High Court challenge to Western Australia's coronavirus border closure

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Billionaire miner Clive Palmer has lost his High Court challenge against Western Australia's coronavirus border closure. Key points: The High Court has ruled WA's hard border complies with the Constitution Mr Palmer launched his fight after being denied an exemption to enter WA The hard border was introduced in April to slow the spread of COVID-19 The question put to …

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Clive Palmer suing WA Premier Mark McGowan, Attorney-General John Quigley for 'contempt of High Court'
4 years, 3 months ago

Clive Palmer suing WA Premier Mark McGowan, Attorney-General John Quigley for 'contempt of High Court'

ABC  

Clive Palmer has announced yet another lawsuit against the West Australian Government, prompting the Premier to seek legal advice about having Mr Palmer declared a vexatious litigant. Key points: Clive Palmer is suing WA for an estimated $30 billion in damages The WA Government passed new laws aimed at stopping the case Mr Palmer has now launched retaliatory High Court …

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Federal Court says hard border best at stopping coronavirus from entering WA in Clive Palmer case
4 years, 4 months ago

Federal Court says hard border best at stopping coronavirus from entering WA in Clive Palmer case

ABC  

The Western Australian Government is claiming a "comprehensive victory" in a key legal battle with mining billionaire Clive Palmer, after the Federal Court ruled the state's border closure was more effective in preventing the spread of COVID-19 than any other measure. Key points: Justice Darryl Rangiah said an outbreak in WA would risk lives Justice Darryl Rangiah said an outbreak …

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Latest Clive Palmer lawsuit against WA seeks more damages for 'unconscionable conduct'
4 years, 4 months ago

Latest Clive Palmer lawsuit against WA seeks more damages for 'unconscionable conduct'

ABC  

The West Australian Government is facing another legal fight with Clive Palmer, with the Queensland businessman suing the state for "unconscionable conduct". Key points: Clive Palmer is already seeking $30b in damages from WA WA has passed laws to try to stop the damages claim Mr Palmer's lawsuit is the latest in a string of court actions against WA Mr …

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Clive Palmer threatens High Court challenge if WA blocks Balmoral iron ore project damages claim
4 years, 4 months ago

Clive Palmer threatens High Court challenge if WA blocks Balmoral iron ore project damages claim

ABC  

West Australian Government legislation to terminate a legal challenge against it by mining magnate Clive Palmer, said to be worth $30 billion, is set to pass through Parliament with the support of the Opposition. Key points: Clive Palmer says legislation to block his claim would abolish "natural justice" Premier Mark McGowan says a $30 billion payout would "cripple" the state …

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Why is Clive Palmer trying to tear down WA's coronavirus border with the rest of Australia?
4 years, 4 months ago

Why is Clive Palmer trying to tear down WA's coronavirus border with the rest of Australia?

ABC  

Queensland mining magnate Clive Palmer's challenge to WA's hard border is making headlines again this week as the case is heard in the Federal Court. In May, Mr Palmer was denied entry to the state after the McGowan Government shut WA's borders the previous month to all but those deemed essential travellers. Mr Palmer then lodged a writ against the …

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