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  1. EntertainmentCommentsWill WA’s city girls find love on the farm this season?

  2. OFF AND RACINGPremiumMeet York Racing’s first female chair Natasha Atkinson

  3. GIWA CROP REPORTPremiumFarmers ‘cautious’ as tale of two seasons plays out

  4. BusinessIndonesia to increase US imports and lower other orders

  5. Federal ElectionCommentsAlbanese embraces religion, rugby roots as Easter everyman

The US comprised 79 per cent of Tasmania’s and 49 per cent of South Australia’s boxed beef exports during the 2023-24 financial year.

TRUMP TARIFFSPremiumWA cattle farmers ‘least exposed’ to Trump tariffs

WA cattle farmers will be the least exposed to Donald Trump’s tariffs compared of any State or Territory in Australia, with sandgropers more focused on feeding the rest of the world. 

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Federal National Party leader David Littleproud.

LOCAL FUNDINGPremium$1 billion promise to local councils

The Nationals have announced plans to invest $1 billion into local roads and community infrastructure if elected at the 2025 Federal election. 

Jessica Antoniou

Artists’ impression of the Hancock Prospecting development awaiting approval in West Perth

BUSINESSPremiumHancock Prospecting unveils $250m West Perth HQ plans

Gina Rinehart’s company is seeking to build a trailblazing ‘work meets wellness’ business hub in West Perth under a $250 million development to be considered by planning authorities.

Kim Macdonald

South-West WA Drought Resilience course is coming next month.

AgriculturePremiumSouth West WA drought resilience course coming next month

A five-part professional development series aimed at strengthening agricultural understanding is being run by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub next month. 

Sofia Fimognari

Fred and Kasey House, of Kojonup.

SOCIAL PHOTOSPremiumFarming young guns gather for Rabobank Young Farmers Forum

Rabobank brought the next generation of WA farmers together at the bank’s Young Farmers Forum held in Busselton late last month for a day of learning and networking.

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Craig Mostyn Group chair Neil Kearney.

global recognitionPremiumA WA agribusiness makes best managed company list

A leading West Australian diversified food and agribusiness company has been named one of the best-managed companies in the country.

Melissa Pedelty

Sheep at a feedlot in Perth.

cash boostPremiumPremiumLambEx conference bolstered by $2m in Federal Gov funding

The Australian sheep industry received a significant boost following a Federal Government announcement to inject $2 million into an internationally acclaimed industry conference.

Busselton's Austin Gerhardy was named runner-up at the ALPA National Young Auctioneers Competition.

nail-biting compPremiumPremiumNutrien Ag Solutions’ Austin Gerhardy one of country’s best

A young Busselton auctioneer has proven himself at a national competition, securing second at the fiercely contested event

Leader of the National Party David Littleproud and Bullwinkel candidate Mia Davies in West Perth on Saturday.

Federal election 2025CommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumLeader stands by Davies despite split on mining tax policy

National Party leader David Littleproud denies this election is slipping away from the Coalition, saying the result will be determined seat by seat.

Mr Littleproud said the promise was aimed at giving WA sheep farmers, who are heavily impacted by Labor’s 2028 ban on export, certainty, with compensation not flowing until next financial year.

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Littleproud vows first act to restore live sheep export

The Nationals first acts in Government will be to resurrect the live sheep export trade and restore Australia’s international agricultural standing, David Littleproud will vow in an Easter campaign stop in WA.

Dylan Caporn

Indonesia plans to buy US agricultural products including wheat and soybeans, the government says. (AP PHOTO)

BusinessIndonesia to increase US imports and lower other orders

After being slapped with US tariffs of more than 30 per cent, Indonesia has agreed to buy more American food and commodities at the expense of other countries

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The Robe River Kuruma Aboriginal Corporation claims Rio Tinto is taking too much water from Bungaroo Creek.

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Rio accused of over-drawing scarce Pilbara water source

A Pilbara Traditional Owner group is adamant Rio Tinto is not moving quickly enough to reduce abstraction from Bungaroo Creek, despite the miner’s promise to build a bigger desalination plant.

Simone Grogan

Elijah Hewett says Harley Reid is set to stay in blue and gold.

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‘He’ll be staying’: Teammate’s emphatic call on Reid future

West Coast young gun Elijah Hewett is adamant in-demand star Harley Reid won’t be going anywhere.

Samantha Rogers

Perth Glory chief executive Anthony Radich.

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Glory CEO says salary cap changes will not impact short-term

Perth Glory chief executive Anthony Radich says they will not be impacted by salary cap shifts next season, but admits they will have to get creative when the cap changes again the following year.

Ben Smith

Brendon Grylls and Mia Davies.

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All candidates confident in three-way race for Bullwinkel

All eyes are on Western Australia’s newest seat of Bullwinkel in Perth’s Hills, which is shaping up to be a fierce three-way race between Labor, the Liberals and the Nationals.

Jessica Page and Oliver Lane

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SES crews prepare to hike down the trail.

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Hiker rescued from Albany ravine, taken to hospital

A hiker who slipped and fell off the edge of the Peak Head Trail on Monday afternoon has been successfully rescued and transported to hospital.

Jacki Elezovich and Melissa Sheil

Water police received a report about 3.40pm on April 17 that a man had capsized from his kayak about two nautical miles (3.7km) off Woodman Point in Cockburn Sound. 

Search and rescueVideoSea kayaker rescued after capsizing off Cockburn coast

WATCH: Police have released vision of the moment marine rescue saved a sea kayaker, who capsized off the coast of Cockburn Sound. 

Claire Sadler

Emergency services at the scene of a car crash on Loftus Street in West Perth on Sunday night. 7NEWS

EMERGENCYPremiumPremiumEaster Sunday rollover leaves nurse trapped in car

A nurse on her way to work had to be pulled from her car after a crash in central Perth left her trapped on Sunday night. 

Arthur Leggett at a RSLWA service in 2020.

Conflict and WarCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumAge is finally wearying Diggers of The Greatest Generation

According to the Australian War Memorial, almost a million Australians served in WWII. But figures show there there were only about 1300 Australian WWII veterans remaining at December last year.

A luxury yacht went up in flames on Saturday off the coast of Rottnest Island. 

Disaster and EmergencyLuxury yacht catches fire off coast of Rottnest Island

A luxury yacht went up in flames on Saturday off the coast of Rottnest Island. 

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Craig Mostyn Group chair Neil Kearney.

global recognitionPremiumA WA agribusiness makes best managed company list

Melissa Pedelty

Busselton's Austin Gerhardy was named runner-up at the ALPA National Young Auctioneers Competition.

nail-biting compPremiumNutrien Ag Solutions’ Austin Gerhardy one of country’s best

Melissa Pedelty

Leader of the National Party David Littleproud and Bullwinkel candidate Mia Davies in West Perth on Saturday.

Federal election 2025CommentsPremiumLeader stands by Davies despite split on mining tax policy

Joe Spagnolo

Mr Littleproud said the promise was aimed at giving WA sheep farmers, who are heavily impacted by Labor’s 2028 ban on export, certainty, with compensation not flowing until next financial year.

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Littleproud vows first act to restore live sheep export

Dylan Caporn

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Elon Musk has taken aim at Peter Navarro.

CNBC newsComments‘Moron’: Musk slaps Trump’s tariff czar as Tesla hits skids

The spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s top trade adviser Peter Navarro is the most public rift among members of the president’s inner circle since he took office in January.

Lora Kolodny and Ari Levy

Economists expect the Trump administration’s tariff policy would generate a much lower amount of revenue than anticipated.

CNBC newsCommentsEconomists warn Trump tariffs may raise less than expected

President Donald Trump says that tariffs will make the US “rich.” But those riches will likely be far less than the White House expects, economists said.

Greg Iacurci

Donald Trump said countries including Britain had approached the US to try to cut deals on tariffs. (EPA PHOTO)

World PoliticsComments Trump’s tariff gamble rattles fragile economy

US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs aim to reshape trade but are instead sparking fears of inflation and economic slowdown.

Jeff Cox

Foreign visitors to Japan rose 33 per cent this past winter from pre-pandemic levels.

Snowball effectPremiumThe good (and) bad as tourists rule the slopes of Japan

Many are flocking to the powdery slopes of ski areas like Niseko and Hakuba. Yet ski towns that are off the radar of overseas visitors are struggling.

Monica Pitrelli

Grain

Indonesia plans to buy US agricultural products including wheat and soybeans, the government says. (AP PHOTO)

BusinessIndonesia to increase US imports and lower other orders

Staff Writers

Seeding at North Doodlakine.

GIWA CROP REPORTPremiumFarmers ‘cautious’ as tale of two seasons plays out

Cally Dupe

CBH Group's new wagons in action.

NEW TRAINSPremiumCBH Group’s first wagons of $400m rail spend hit the tracks

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Esperance farmer Matt Hill, right. The Liebe Group graduate research and development officer Georgia Keeffe starts seeding trials at Brad McIllroy's property near Dalwallinu. Seeding vetch at Bruce Rock, bottom left.

Seeding startsPremiumSeeding starts in earnest with sheep feed, plot trials

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Livestock

Sheep at a feedlot in Perth.

cash boostPremiumLambEx conference bolstered by $2m in Federal Gov funding

Melissa Pedelty

The US comprised 79 per cent of Tasmania’s and 49 per cent of South Australia’s boxed beef exports during the 2023-24 financial year.

TRUMP TARIFFSPremiumWA cattle farmers ‘least exposed’ to Trump tariffs

Cally Dupe

With the $17,000 second top-priced bull, Gandy Goal Keeper V159, is Julian Wright, of Yalinup, Tim Wright, of Metricup, who secured the sale bull, and Elders Busselton agent Ben McColm.

Gandy Angus salePremiumGandy Angus yearling bulls reach a top of $20,000

Bob Garnant

Displaying the Williams Gateway Expo supreme exhibit of the Merino section, won by the King family of Darkan-based Rangeview stud, is Melinda King with judges Bruno Luciani, of Highbury, Philip Russell, of Gnownagerup, and Rod Norrish, of Kojonup, with Rangview studmaster Jeremy King.

WILLIAMS GATEWAY EXPOPremiumWilliams Gateway Expo: Top sheep awards to five studs

Bob Garnant

Wool

WoolProducers Australia chief executive Jo Hall called on Australian political parties this month to commit to implementing a new policy to increase wool use in government buildings.

government policyPremiumWool industry leader calls for Government to up wool use

Melissa Pedelty

The Australian and New Zealand trade delegation in Vietnam.

WOOL TRIPPremiumWool industry sets sights on Vietnam textile market

Cally Dupe

Skaters Rowan White and Zachary Tilghman. Ian Munro

‘We lose everything’PremiumFreo skaters fight to save world-renowned Wool Stores ledge

Caitlin Vinci

Broomehill shearer Damien Boyle added another open title to his run on the boards at the Williams Gateway Expo.

WILLIAMS GATEWAY EXPOPremiumWilliams Gateway Expo: Broomehill top gun takes open title

Bob Garnant

Politics

Mr Littleproud said the promise was aimed at giving WA sheep farmers, who are heavily impacted by Labor’s 2028 ban on export, certainty, with compensation not flowing until next financial year.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Federal election 2025CommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Littleproud vows first act to restore live sheep export

Dylan Caporn

Peter Dutton has deflected questions about disunity within Coalition after Nationals Bullwinkel candidate Mia Davies broke ranks by publicly backing Labor’s flagship critical mineral policy.

FEDERAL POLITICSCommentsPremiumDutton shrugs off Nats policy spilt on critical minerals

Caitlyn Rintoul

Nine candidates have put their hands up to contest the seat of Durack. Pictured is five of them, including Eugenie Harris, Bailey Kempton, Melissa Price, Karen Wheatland, and Brendan Sturcke.

Federal ElectionPremiumNine candidates vying for the seat of Durack

Matthew Paddick

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks during the Federal Labor Party campaign launch at the Perth Convention Centre.

Federal PoliticsCommentsAlbanese vows to stop Australia from becoming the US

Katina Curtis and Dylan Caporn

News Flash

Machinery

Vintage machines paraded through the crowd during the main showcase of tractors at Lights on The Hill in Brunswick.

Farmyard famousOutstanding tractors celebrated at Lights on the Hill

Craig Duncan

The 2026 John Deere combine harvesters incorporate updates designed to enhance productivity.

MAJOR UPGRADESPremiumAutomation and comfort key in John Deere combine upgrades

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Boekeman Macinery dealer principal Tim Boekeman, who is also the chair of the Farm Machinery Industry Association of WA, said it was a privilege to accept the award on behalf of his entire team.

Machinery BoomPremiumBoekeman Machinery named top case IH dealer in Australia

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The John Deere 9520R tractor and the Horsch 12m Joker.

MACHINERY SALESPremiumSlow start to tractor sales but dealers urged not to stress

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Field Days

Dave Manchon is taking his horse Vegemite for a ride - in a convertible - at the Royal Easter Show. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Religion and BeliefCar-drawn horse, footy field of bison: farm hits city

Rachel Jackson

With the White Suffolk Grand Champion is Elders stud stock specialist Lauren Rayner, judge Joel Donnan, and Kalagan stud principal Josh Addis.

Wagin WooloramaPremiumWagin Woolorama: Kalagan wins White Suffolk Grand Champion

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With the Wagin Woolorama British and Australasian Breeds Poll Dorset Grand Champion is Elders stud stock representative Michael O'Neil, judge Grant Bingham, and Shirlee Downs co-principal Chris Squiers.

Wagin WooloramaPremiumWagin Woolorama: Shirlee Downs sweeps Poll Dorset field

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With the Wagin Woolorama British and Australasian Breeds Interbreed supreme champion ewe are Sasimwa Suffolk Stud representative Kadee Taylor, co-principals Glenn and Kay Cole, and representative Madison Taylor.

WAGIN WOOLORAMAPremiumWagin Woolorama: Sasimwa Suffolk scoops interbreed

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Horticulture

Updated orange buffer zone for the Qfly quarantine area.

Invasive pestCommentsAuthorities reducing quarantine zone after Qfly outbreak

Matt Zis

Australians currently only consume on average 1.8 serves of vegetables per person per day, instead of the recommended five pieces per day.

ProducePremiumSix-year program to increase vegetable consumption

Ava Berryman

Vegetable growers say they are being pinched by rising production costs and meagre farmgate prices. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)

AgricultureFood supply at risk as growers look to greener pastures

Adrian Black

Luch Monte in his market garden.

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WA farmer facing seven-figure damage bill from power outage

Oliver Lane

Finance & Markets

Agora Livestock updated livestock values.

BEYOND THE SALEYARDSPremiumBeyond the Saleyards: WA mutton remains standout performer

Bob Garnant

Agora Livestock market value updates.

Beyond the SaleyardsPremiumBeyond the Saleyards: Trade lambs still a big challenge

Cally Dupe

Despite a fresh U.S. tariff on Australian beef exports, Kimberley industry leaders say it’s not international trade that’s hampering growth — it’s Canberra’s red tape.

Trump Tariffs PremiumKPCA says red tape, not Trump tariffs, hurting WA producers

Cain Andrews

Shipping containers are Union Pacific's Los Angeles Trailer and Container Intermodal Facility in downtown Los Angeles.

MarketsPremiumTariffs wreak havoc on share markets

Sean Smith

Opinion

Australian Labor Prime Minister Anthony Albanese holding a Building Australias Future Rally in Brisbane along with Jim Chalmers: Treasurer Jason Edwards / NewsWire

OpinionPremiumHear the other side and do no harm (to agriculture)

Trevor Whittington

Female representation in State Parliament has taken big hit

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Female representation in State Parliament has taken big hit

Licia Heath

Peter Wilkinson, of Challara Merino and Poll Merino stud, with fine wool produced by his sheep.

OpinionPremiumA sheep farmer’s thoughts on the state of the sheep industry

Peter Wilkinson

RSPCA WA board chair Lynne Bradshaw.

OPINION PremiumOpinion: Setting the record straight on RSPCA WA’s funding

Lynne Bradshaw

Country Communities

Fred and Kasey House, of Kojonup.

SOCIAL PHOTOSPremiumFarming young guns gather for Rabobank Young Farmers Forum

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Harvey Agricultural society president Dom Fazzolari, Pam Fazzolari, Graeme Moore, Jan Marinko and Ron Marinko.

ShowtimePremiumAfter months of preparation the Harvey Show is days away

Craig Duncan

Enjoying the Williams Gateway Expo is ECU nursing student Grace Van de Velde, 20, electrical apprentice Morne Vander Rief, 20, with his brother Guillaume, 18 and sister Pippa, 15.

WILLIAMS GATEWAY EXPOPremiumWilliams Gateway Expo: Entertainment for all ages

Bob Garnant

Mr Broeder said the Club had worked to amend routes to reduce potential injuries, but were forced to cancel the bike leg of the popular weekend event. 

WA NewsCommentsPremiumWA motorcycle event cancelled as hospital runs out of room

Dylan Caporn