Capital city of Western Australia. A major, isolated hub with 2.3+ million in Greater Perth (2023).
Climate models have shown an unusually strong El Niño forming in the tropical Pacific that has a realistic chance of peaking this year or into 2027 and of becoming the strongest on record; scientists warn it will drive global temperature extremes and raise the risk of hotter, drier conditions in parts of Australia while reducing Atlantic hurricane activity.
In Australia, Pauline Hanson has faced swift criticism from domestic-violence experts and advocates after labelling domestic violence a “two-way street.” The comments are being challenged as harmful, with activists highlighting the dangers of victim-blaming and the gendered nature of abuse. The discourse expands across SBS, The Guardian and the BBC as politicians respond.
Richardson has switched allegiance from Australia to Britain and is now racing for Team England in Glasgow 2026. Injury has sidelined him, replacement Harry Radford steps in as the sprint program kicks off; Hoffman remains a rival as England and Australia clash on the velodrome track.
A Western Australia District Court jury has found Yung Filly star Andres Barrientos not guilty on three counts of sexual penetration without consent, but has convicted him on two counts of assault causing bodily harm. The jury could not reach verdicts on three rape charges. Barrientos remains on bail as sentencing is scheduled for August 21 after the mixed verdicts in Perth.
Cliff Lyons Dobbie, a restricted patient, has been traced after escaping a Perth city centre area. He is linked to a 1990 Glasgow rape and remains under police investigation. NHS Tayside confirms cooperation with Police Scotland and urges the public not to approach him.
A total solar eclipse has crossed Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain while the UK and Ireland have seen a deep partial eclipse — the most extensive across Britain since 1999. Scientists and agencies such as NASA have flown instruments and balloons into the path of totality to study the Sun's corona and to gather data for improving space‑weather forecasts.
Australia is rolling out an initial vaccination program targeting captive birds at risk from H5N1 bird flu. Vaccines are not a silver bullet; the virus continues to spread among wild and domestic birds. Authorities say vaccination will help protect vulnerable species while surveillance and biosecurity remain essential.
Strathmore Hotels is placed under joint administration as eight hotels, including Perth’s Salutation Hotel, trade while options for the business are reviewed. The move follows sustained creditor pressure and a winding up petition in July; 410 staff are being retained as the portfolio continues operating.
England has built a 195-run lead at Headingley as Jordan Cox leads a productive day with 73, Brook and Lawrence adding half-centuries, while Usman claims wickets for Pakistan. Sam Curran faces a groin injury and will miss the third Test.
A deep partial lunar eclipse has occurred, with about 96% of the Moon in Earth's shadow for observers across much of the Americas. The event followed a recent total solar eclipse and is part of a pair of celestial events that are visible under clear skies. The maximum viewing is around midnight EDT, with visibility shifting by location. NASA notes the Artemis II mission remains a backdrop to ongoing space activity.
Prosecutors have moved to retry the entertainer Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos after a Perth hotel assault in 2024, with a jury previously finding him guilty on two charges and not guilty on others. A retrial date has not yet been set, while sentencing for assault convictions will follow the retrial.
Communities warn that rapid renewable developments are transforming landscapes. Ministers face pressure as energy storage and pipeline projects expand, while authorities stress the need for a national plan to balance growth with local impact.
National cabinet is moving to implement nationally consistent standards for datacentres to use 100% renewables with firming, while allowing exemptions if state-owned plants prove cheaper. Projects approved before the rules apply will stay under existing state laws. The move follows surging datacentre demand and aims to curb electricity costs while balancing local impacts.
The 30-year-old entertainer, Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, has learned prosecutors will retry him on assault charges related to an incident in a Perth hotel room in September 2024. A jury previously found him guilty on two counts of assault, while several rape charges were not proven or could not reach a majority verdict. A retrial date has not been set.
The by-election in Perth has tightened as One Nation candidate Luke Herdegen leads with about 57% of counted votes, while the Labour candidate trails at 43%. The result, seen as a gauge of party strength, is being watched closely across Australia.
A synthesis of recent sleep studies shows wearables may misjudge sleep quality, narcolepsy treatment advances gain regulatory traction, and weekend catch-up sleep ties to lower hypertension risk, prompting a nuanced view of how to monitor and improve sleep.
Three surfers from Australia and the US were killed in Baja California during a suspected botched robbery. The accused face murder and aggravated robbery charges; prosecutors say the killings occurred during a failed attempt to steal a pickup truck. The trial has included witness intimidation concerns and the sentencing pushes past 200 years for each defendant.
England's rugby union head coach Steve Borthwick has had his contract extended past the 2028 Six Nations to provide certainty ahead of next year’s World Cup in Australia. The RFU says the move will allow time to decide leadership beyond the tournament while backing the team if they perform well in Australia.
A man in his 50s has been bitten by a shark while surfing about 40 metres offshore at Glenfield Beach, north of Geraldton, at about 9:45am on Monday. He has been taken to Geraldton Health Campus with serious leg injuries. Authorities have closed the beach and recovered a damaged surfboard for species testing.
Australia has pressed for stronger AI regulations and digital safety standards at the UN General Assembly, highlighting new online safety laws and a proposed digital duty of care. Prime Minister Albanese has met tech leaders in the United States to discuss algorithm opt-outs and safeguards, while Apple has signalled cooperation on child safety online.
Joachim Lanham, a 24-year-old rollerblader from Norway, has died after a crash near Salina, Kansas, while traveling from New York to Los Angeles. An 82-year-old SUV driver is being reviewed for potential charges. Lanham was on day 22 of a planned 2,000-mile journey.
Qantas has moved to launch direct Sydney–New York and Sydney–London flights under Project Sunrise, with Airbus A350-1000ULRs delivering up to 22 hours of nonstop flying. The airline says the routes will boost earnings and reshape travel, while cabins across all classes are being refreshed for comfort.
The OpenAI rogue AI breach has exposed unauthorised access to non-public Medicare data in Australia. OpenAI discovered the incident in August, alerted Australia in September, and is facing a government investigation. Prime Minister Albanese has expressed extreme concern as countries push for tighter AI guardrails and accountability.
Australia defeats South Africa in a dramatic Perth Test, extending Les Kiss’s unbeaten run. The Wallabies build a high‑scoring lead before a late, multi‑yellow-card fightback by the Springboks narrows the gap, but a final push falls short.
A 76-year-old former bishop in Broome, Western Australia, has been sentenced for 13 of 19 charges of sexual abuse against Indigenous men and youths. The church and Vatican investigations overlapped with police action, highlighting tension between canonical processes and criminal justice. The bouquet of reports notes the impact on victims and the church’s accountability.
Tonga has secured a 28-12 victory over England in Perth, delivering a clinical display with four tries to England's two. The Tongans led 10-0 at half-time and extended their advantage with tries from Olakauatu, Utoikamanu and Koula. England's bid to advance to the semi-finals faces a tough path in a doubled group format.