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October 9, 2025
New horse health standards
The state government has introduced new health and welfare standards for horses, offering guidance on care, management, and specific horse-related businesses for quality-of-life improvements.
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October 9, 2025
Plastic barrier bag ban
Non-compostable plastic barrier bags for nuts and confectionary are now banned as part of the state push for a cleaner environment, forcing retailers to use alternatives.
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October 9, 2025
Hills water crisis continues
Perth Hills water supply concerns were again heard in state parliament as answers were sought for Wooroloo properties being placed under non-standard water service agreements.
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October 9, 2025
Gnangara Waterwise Councils grants program funding
The state government’s $4 million Gnangara waterwise grants program aims to help councils reduce groundwater use and build more environmentally sustainable communities through water-saving projects.
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October 9, 2025
Kalamunda family financially devastated by tornado
A Maida Vale resident is desperately seeking funds to fix his disabled mother’s tornado-damaged roof, where water ingress is causing the ceiling to bow.
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October 2, 2025
Tree canopy concerns at September meeting
The decision to repeal Kalamunda’s tree canopy policy is under scrutiny, with residents concerned about the lack of tree protections when facing residential land clearing.
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October 2, 2025
Swan tops animal cruelty hotspots
The City of Swan was named WA's top animal cruelty hotspot for 2024-25, with 662 complaints and general abuse and cruelty being the highest category of reports received.
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October 2, 2025
Students design winning seatbelt campaign for at-risk drivers
High Wycombe TAFE student is part of a student team who created a campaign promoting seatbelt safety to young people now displayed around Perth.
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October 2, 2025
Mates on tandem bike take on Munda Biddi
Mates on tandem bike take on Munda Biddi
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October 2, 2025
Detector dogs sniff out dieback
Two new scent detection dogs have been delivered to the state and partnered with their new handlers as part of a multi-state saving native species project.
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