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The Perth Scorchers secured their record-breaking sixth Big Bash League championship with a dominant six-wicket victory over the Sydney Sixers in front of 55,108 cheering fans. The professional performance showcased why Perth remains cricket's most successful team in the tournament's history.
Two Australian TV anchors just earned a Guinness World Record for broadcasting together for over 40 years. Rick Ardon and Susannah Carr have delivered more than 10,000 newscasts side by side in Perth.
After being cancelled in 2025 due to funding cuts, Perth's beloved Sculpture by the Sea is back at Cottesloe Beach thanks to massive public support and new funding. The free outdoor exhibition now features 70 artworks from around the world.
A soccer tournament in Perth brings together refugee communities to celebrate connection, resilience, and the universal language of sport. For players like Mayada Ali, who spent six years in an Iraqi refugee camp, the Freedom Cup is more than a game—it's family.
An 11-year-old non-verbal autistic boy who vanished during a fierce storm in Perth has been found safe after more than 50 volunteers searched through the night. A kind stranger spotted Norman Krakouer walking back home and called police.
A Perth community group handed out 25 disposable cameras to neighbors with one simple instruction: take five photos and pass it on. The nostalgic project sparked connections across generations and captured the vibrant diversity of Northbridge.
An 11-year-old non-verbal autistic boy survived 15 hours alone in Perth's wild weather before community volunteers brought him home safe. Norman Krakouer spent the night in just shorts as temperatures dropped to 9°C, but walked away unharmed thanks to quick-thinking rescuers.
More than 100 firefighters successfully controlled a bushfire threatening Perth's eastern suburbs, preventing any homes from burning. The coordinated response with aerial bombers shows how emergency preparedness saves lives and property.
Twenty-three-year-old Marwan Rahiki knocked out his opponent in the first round at UFC Perth, maintaining his perfect record of finishing every fight he's ever had. The Moroccan featherweight's victory in front of 13,000 fans marks his rapid rise as one of the sport's most exciting young talents.
A dachshund puppy survived nearly three months alone in Perth's southern suburbs before a community rescue effort brought him home. Henry's story shows what happens when neighbors come together for a common cause.
Emma Baird found belonging in Perth's 1980s goth community during her darkest teenage years. Nearly 40 years later, she credits the subculture with helping save her life and shaping her identity.
A Perth choir is giving people with criminal records, addiction histories, and trauma a pathway back to community through music. Since 2022, the Second Chance Choir has helped dozens rebuild their lives after prison.
When 13-year-old Kaya became homeless, she found hope at Passages, a youth hub helping hundreds of young Australians rebuild their lives. The Perth center proves that basics like showers and hot meals can be the foundation for real change.
New Zealand's Black Ferns Sevens crushed Australia 29-7 on home soil to claim their first Perth Sevens title. The victory marks the team's third straight win over their fiercest rivals in world series finals.
A volunteer-run community radio station in Perth's hills is turning a frequency change into an opportunity. Kalamunda Community Radio says its new spot at 88.9FM will actually make it easier for listeners to find them.
George Franklin still leads his swing band every Monday at 104, just months away from becoming the world's oldest conductor. The WWII veteran has been making music for 97 years and credits it for his long, vibrant life.
Han Xu joined Perth Lynx mid-season and helped the team win 15 of 17 games while doubling arena attendance. The Chinese basketball sensation is inspiring a new generation of young Asian-Australian athletes.
The Perth Scorchers just cemented their status as Australia's most successful cricket franchise, clinching their sixth Big Bash League championship against all odds. After experts wrote them off this season following key player losses, the team's smart succession planning and devoted home crowd proved the doubters wrong.
Western Australia's beloved Australind train service will reconnect Perth and Bunbury this June after nearly three years off the tracks. Four brand-new trains are bringing upgraded comfort and reliability to passengers who've waited patiently through delays.
Aussie commuters are ditching their cars for e-bikes as fuel prices surge, with one Perth shop selling 30 e-bikes in 10 days instead of their usual four per week. The shift could save riders thousands while building healthier, greener communities.
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