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13-year-old Boy Swims for Hours to Save Family Swept out to Sea

A 13-year-old boy swam for hours through rough ocean waters to get help after his family was swept offshore, leading to a dramatic rescue off Western Australia.

The Fashion Central · Feb 4

Boy swims four hours in rough seas to save mother and siblings off Western Australia

The 13-year-old attempted to kayak back to shore to get help, but the vessel took on water, forcing him to swim

The Guardian - AU · Feb 3

'Paying it forward': sparky honoured at national awards

An electrician whose businesses have created dozens of jobs for Indigenous people has received one of the nation's highest honours.

AAP · Jan 25

Moment Western Australian divers surface to see their boat had disappeared caught in footage

Ryan Chapman and a friend survived 90 minutes in the ocean before being picked up by a passing boat – and carrying on with heir dive

The Guardian - AU · Jan 13

Bargain tickets and barebones carriages: the ins and outs of travelling Australia by train

In Western Australia, fares have been slashed by 50% this year, while children in NSW travel for just $1. But don’t expect a luxurious journey – or a quick one

The Guardian - AU · Jan 10

WA skipper coming home to play for English county

Western Australia's stalwart skipper Sam Whiteman has been signed up to play for Yorkshire, the county where he was born, over the next three seasons.

AAP · Jan 8

'My main ticket to really getting my name out there' – Sophia Sammons on chasing a chance at home Australian Road National Championships in Perth

After landing on under 23 podium of the time trial and road race in 2025, Western Australian once again looks to utilise rare home advantage to add fuel to pursuit of international career launch

Cycling News · Jan 8

Remains of missing snorkeller wash ashore in western Australia

Wen ‘Walter’ Ren Gu disappeared while snorkelling with three friends on New Year’s day

The Independent UK · Jan 7

Text Your Crush Who Owns A Pool ‘Cos Four States Will Cop 40 Degree Days Next Week

A hot air mass is set to spread across the states, causing a rise in temperature for Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria and New South Wales.

Pedestrian.tv · Jan 4

Weather tracker: Bushfires ravage Western Australia as temperatures soar

Extreme heat follows blazes in New South Wales, while winds plunge Brazil’s largest city into darkness

The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2025