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The US and Iran say they have agreed terms to end their war and reopen ?the ?Strait of Hormuz. (EPA PHOTO)

Conflict and WarPremiumUS officials say Trump and Vance have signed Iran pact

A memorandum of understanding aiming to ‌end the Iran war in the Gulf has already been signed by US President Donald Trump and his vice president.

Staff Writers

A record-smashing annual spend on NSW’s railways is set to be included in the state’s upcoming budget – with a staggering $2.1bn to be splashed out on upgrades.

POLITICSPremiumState splashes record $2.1bn on rail overhaul

One Aussie state is set to unveil details of its largest ever single-year overhaul of its rail network – changing everything from new trains to staff allocations.

David Hannant

In tonight’s show, in the aftermath of the Socceroos wild win against Turkiye, Ben Harvey recounts five defining moments in Australia’s World Cup campaigns over the past 20 years.

WATCHVideoCommentsPremiumAussie soccer 5 top moments… as America sweats on underdogs

In tonight’s show, in the aftermath of the Socceroos wild win against Turkiye, Ben Harvey recounts five defining moments in Australia’s World Cup campaigns over the past 20 years.

Ben Harvey | Mon, June 15

Broome police are calling for information about the death of Josh Warneke, whose body was discovered on February 26.

Courts & JusticePremiumCoroner finds police failures in likely murder of Broome man

The criminal investigation into the unsolved killing of Broome man Josh Warneke was plagued with forensic failures and poor police work, a coroner’s court has found. 

Hannah Cross

Crowds gather at the Albany Town Hall in November, 1918, to hear the news the armistice had been signed.

ALBANY 2026PremiumThe creation of Albany’s first, and grandest, city building

Looming proudly over the city’s main thoroughfare for more than 130 years, the regal facade of Albany’s Town Hall has long been a familiar silhouette for those traversing the streets of the port city. 

Melissa Sheil

An Albany man has been jailed for the persistent abuse of his ex-partner.

courtsPremiumAlbany man jailed for horrific daily abuse of ex-partner

An Albany man has been handed a prison term for persistently abusing his ex-partner for three years, including threatening to stab her while she showered and punching her in the head while she was pregnant. 

Melissa Sheil

Police are hunting thieves who stole a ute with a baby inside in north Queensland.

AustraliaCommentsThieves take off with three-month-old baby inside car

Police are hunting thieves who stole a ute with a baby inside in Queensland.

Kimberley Braddish

Australian Global Sumud Flotilla activists have met with Foreign Minister Penny Wong in Canberra. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

CrimePremiumAFP to probe treatment of Australian flotilla activists

An independent investigation could be held into the detention of almost a dozen Australians taken by Israel while trying to deliver aid to war-torn Gaza.

Tess Ikonomou

Data shows there have been 62 earthquakes in NSW over the last year, according to Geoscience Australia

ENVIRONMENTPremiumEarthquake rocks Aussie mountain town

An earthquake has rocked a regional town near the Snowy Mountains – with residents reporting hearing a “loud boom”.

David Hannant

Deadly traffic accidents are common in Ethiopia, where driving standards are poor. (AP PHOTO)

TransportPremiumAt least 28 dead as bus plunges into ravine in Ethiopia

A bus has crashed into a ravine in Ethiopia, killing at least 28 people, police say.

Staff Writers

WA tradie Josh Warneke was likely the victim of murder or manslaughter, a coroner has found. (PR IMAGE PHOTO)

CrimePremiumTradie's mysterious death on roadside likely a homicide

More than a decade after a young tradie was found lying dead in a pool of blood in a resort town, a coroner has ruled he was likely killed with a weapon.

Aaron Bunch

Albany Seafoods owner Tony Westerberg with his crumbed herring, the result of the WAFIC 2026 research devlopment and extension award-winning program.

Fish on the risePremiumAlbany Herring en route to becoming fish and chip staple

A project aimed at promoting an underused, inexpensive fish to a dinner staple has claimed a State award, with the Albany producer behind it hoping it is just the beginning for the underrated product.

Melissa Sheil

Long-serving Albany MLA Peter Watson was awarded an OAM in the King’s Birthday Honours list on June 8.

Order of AustraliaPremiumPeter Watson rewarded for decades of service to people of WA

Peter Watson spent 20 years as the member for Albany, and this year has been recognised for his extraordinary contributions to the people and Parliament of WA with a Medal of the Order of Australia. 

Jacki Elezovich

John Williams with his father Kevin Williams, who passed away from prostate cancer in 2025.

Public HealthCommentsAustralian men delaying ‘critical’ prostate cancer care

Prostate cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer in WA and one of the nation’s leading causes of cancer death, but a new survey has shown why men are delaying getting diagnosed and treated.

Claire Sadler

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CRIMEPremiumTeen planned Unabomber-style attack: court

A student has pleaded not guilty to planning a terror attack targeting a major public event after allegedly becoming obsessed with the Unabomber.

Andrew Hedgman

Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash, and inquiries remain ongoing.

TrafficPremiumDriver dead after hitting tree on Bruce Rock–Merredin Road

The 51-year-old man driving the car sustained critical injuries and was treated at the scene before being declared dead shortly after.

Kirsty Lichtenstein

A peak hour crash on Kwinana Freeway northbound has blocked a lane on the major Perth road, creating traffic headaches for commuters heading home on Monday afternoon.

PerthCommentsChaos as peak hour crash closes lane on major Perth freeway

Main Roads has urged drivers to allow for a safe merge if travelling in the area. 

Katherine Kraayvanger

Major Mark Prideaux from Army Headquarters prepares a Boondi during Exercise Greenskin in Canberra.

Federal PoliticsCommentsPauline Hanson slams ‘woke’ Indigenous army exercise

One Nation leader Pauline Hanson has criticised ‘out of touch Generals’ after Australian soldiers were taught to construct wooden spears and axes during an Indigenous weapons making course.

Andrew Greene

One third of students at Curtin University and around one in five from the University of Western Australia do not feel free to express their views on campus, a report has revealed.

EducationCommentsPremiumWA uni students grapple with free speech concerns

A third of students at Curtin University and around one in five from the University of Western Australia do not feel free to express their views on campus, a report has revealed.

Bethany Hiatt

Kangas' Hayley Hulm looks to pass as Magpies' Ashlee Kerr defends.

Close winPremiumFinal flurry helps reigning premiers get home in close one

It came down to the final moments as reigning premiers Kangas 1 held off determined Magpies 1 to secure a thrilling two-goal victory on Saturday.

Amy Towers

Carey Park’s win over Donnybrook sets up a thrilling second half to the season.

FootballPremiumPanthers’ upset win sees a seven team race to the top five

Carey Park boosted their finals hopes with a tight 6.12 (48) to 5.12 (42) win over Donnybrook at Kelly Park on Saturday in a round 12 South West Football League match that swung back and forth all afternoon.

Jack Penniment

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MARKETS WRAPUS-Iran peace deal sends ASX soaring

A US-Iran peace deal has sent the ASX 200 to a two-month high while pushing oil to a three-month low.

Tia Clarkson-Pascoe

The new Shire of Capel council members consisting of Cr Kiernan Noonan, Cr Brian Hastie, Cr Emily Montgomery, Cr Terri Sharp, Cr Rosina Mogg, Cr John Fergusson, Cr Peter McCleery, Cr Sebastioan Schiano and Cr Martin Voyez.

Neighbouring desputePremiumCapel welcome Bunnings despite Bunbury protest

The Shire of Capel has welcomed Bunnings new development with open arms, despite the protested of the Bunbury community.

Craig Duncan

Shire of Capel residents can expect a hefty rate rise in this year’s budget.

RatesPremiumCapel drops proposed 9.3 per cent rural resident rate rise

Capel councillors have backed down from a decision to introduce new rates across the shire, including a 9.3 per cent rise for rural residents. 

Craig Duncan