Tiny extremophiles give the salty lakes their rosy hue, but over-mining and climate change are threatening their existence.

A German backpacker who survived 12 days lost in Australia’s remote outback has said she is “beyond grateful to have survived.”

Chevron confirms gas from some closed oil wells on Barrow Island is contaminating the area's surface and groundwater.

"Miracle is a word that gets bandied about a lot, but to survive 12 days and cross-country - she went cross country to come to my road," she said. Wilga spent 11 nights in the elements after leaving her bogged vehicle, a decision the German tourist told police she made in a "pure panic".

Western Australia could be set to add two extra days off to its public holiday calendar, a proposal that has stirred debate between workers and businesses. The state government is considering a major overhaul,

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has travelled to Western Australia to embark on a listening tour with small businesses, mining companies, and entrepreneurs. Ms Ley will look into how to boost jobs and productivity whilst on this tour.

Specialist insurer PPS Mutual has expanded its Western Australian operations with the appointment of Karena Cox (pictured) as business development manager for the state. Cox will report directly to Steven Salter, who oversees Western Australia, South Australia, and the Northern Territory.

U.S.-Australian bilateral exercise Talisman Sabre 2025 kicked off with more than 35,000 personnel from 19 nations taking part in the drills. The exercise is taking place off Queensland, Northern Territory,

One Tesla Model Y owner set out to praise her car after a dream road trip through Western Australia, until one glitch took out Autosteer and cruise control leaving her stranded and rethinking the entire experience.

Perth-based accounting firm Carbon Group has completed its second acquisition in 2025, joining forces with local bookkeeping company The Outsource Group to strengthen its operations in Western Australia.