Claremont writer named Hungerford Award finalist for debut manuscript calling for wildlife protection

PerthNow - Sep 16, 2026

Claremont ecologist Greg Taylor didn’t plan to write a novel, but a passion for preserving Australian wildlife led to his first manuscript — and it’s now shortlisted for a State writers’ award.

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After a three-year build, the new Spirit of Tasmania IV will begin taking passengers to the Apple Isle next month.

Tickets for 16th UnWined event officially open, bringing more than 300 wines and 50 WA wineries to Subiaco

Sep 16, 2026

Tickets for 16th UnWined event officially open, bringing more than 300 wines and 50 WA wineries to Subiaco

UnWined Subiaco will return to Market Square Park this October, with more than 300 WA wines set to feature across the two-day festival.

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The city currently has just one designated dog beach, at Hillarys for its more than 25,000 registered dogs.

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Elizabeth Quay to be lit up with free water show bringing Noongar artist’s drawings to life

For the first time, a local Noongar artist’s drawings will be projected onto a towering water screen above the Swan River as part of a new animated water show.

WA golf community above par with female participation as local clubs launch first women programs

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New data reveals WA is leading the country in women’s golf participation, as more inclusive programs are launched by local clubs.

NSW to establish paediatric trauma institute following Bondi Beach terror attack

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Nine months after the Bondi Beach terror attack, NSW will establish a paediatric trauma institute.

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Halle Berry has responded after Zendaya and her stylist Law Roach reference the star's iconic look from the 2002 Die Another Day premiere.

‘Children deserve better’: Labor moves to crack down on unpaid child support

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The Albanese government is clamping down on dads dodging child support with major reforms.

Land Rover Defender pickup coming via Jeep, Ram parent in the US – report

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Classic Defender ute fans rejoice! Land Rover will reportedly enlist Stellantis to make a modern Defender pickup in the US – and it could come here.

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‘I’ve been thinking about releasing my nudes.’

Payout for dead-named transgender health employee

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A transgender health worker has been awarded compensation after being forced to reveal his obviously female birth names in a recruitment process.

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Is a blood test for microplastics too good to be true?

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We inhale, eat and drink microplastics. So why do experts say that testing for them is ‘useless’?

2027 BMW X5 price and specs

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The new-generation BMW X5 wears bolder styling inside and out, packs more power, and comes with a price tag only slightly higher than before.

Just one Australian hotel makes World’s 50 Best list

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While many local hopefuls miss out on a spot, one hotel has achieved a significant result, ranking No.16 globally.

Italian expat sparks debate after revealing Aussie friendships have left her ‘physically repulsed’

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Italian expat sparks debate after revealing Aussie friendships have left her ‘physically repulsed’

A European expat has sparked a heated debate online after revealing her ‘disgust’ over how Australians treat friendship.

Crown Perth to unveil luxurious hidden tequila bar 42 by Don Julio on September 25

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A luxurious bar inspired by a tequila legend will soon be unveiled in a coup for cocktail lovers and premium spirit drinkers, if they can find it.

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Chery says it's worth creating another brand here to appeal to customers it might otherwise not have attracted.

Chery shrugs off Geely surge as Stockman ute, other new models loom

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Chery says its fledgling top 10 position in Australia will be solidified with new models like the Stockman ute.

Leapmotor's overseas sales more than double in eight months

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Leapmotor's international volume reached 105,000 vehicles by the end of August, while global deliveries topped 100,000 for a second consecutive month.

One Nation NSW leader Mike Newman walks back abortion ban

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One Nation’s NSW leader says he “spoke out of turn” and his remarks were “poorly worded” as he walked back calls for an abortion ban.

My daughter’s ex-boyfriend is interning in my office. Can I tell HR he’s a creep?

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My daughter’s ex-boyfriend is interning in my office. Can I tell HR he’s a creep?

Sending unsolicited nude photos isn’t OK, but make sure you have your facts straight, writes Dr Kirstin Ferguson.

Asia’s original luxury tented paradise lies just beyond Bali

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Amanwana, a legendary remote hideaway, remains one of Asia’s most bucket-listed luxury resort destinations.

I visited the world capital of overtourism. Here’s what I learnt

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I visited the world capital of overtourism. Here’s what I learnt

It’s become notorious for hordes of tourists, angry locals and crackdowns by authorities. But the truth is it’s still a great place to visit.

After 37 years, I finally visited Melbourne. Here’s my verdict

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After 37 years, I finally visited Melbourne. Here’s my verdict

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Bistro or brasserie? What you need to know about dining in France

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'Doing what we want': Labor stands by housing tax moves

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Tax changes will help boost housing supply in the long run, even though a downturn is impacting new home sales, the housing minister says.

2027 Volvo XC60 and XC90 gain new long-range PHEV options, Australian timing confirmed

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BYD Shark 6 recalled: Over 32,000 vehicles affected

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All BYD Shark 6s sold in Australia are being recalled for a manufacturing defect, with owners asked to remove their spare wheels until the recall work can be carried out.

2027 Subaru Outback Wilderness review: Rally shakedown

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Cynthia Nixon still has Sex and the City outfits in her wardrobe

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Sex and the City star Cynthia Nixon has revealed she kept plenty of items from her time as Miranda Hobbs.

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Fashion icon and costume designer Bob Mackie has died, with Sir Elton John, Liza Minnelli and more paying tribute.

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An Aussie athlete who defecated and continued to complete an elite HYROX competition has had the last laugh after taking home at a whopping prize for winning the Beijing event.

Ebola epidemic still huge and growing, UN says

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The battle against the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is showing encouraging signs, UN officials say, but the epidemic remains "deadly and massive".

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