Perth
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Man killed by falling tree as Storm Boelo leaves 160,000 properties without power
An amber wind warning will remain until Sunday evening as severe weather continues to batter the UK.
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More than 30,000 Scottish homes without power after Storm Boelo hits Scotland
Storm Boelo leaves more than 30,000 Scottish homes without power as 80mph winds cause travel disruption, with SSEN and SP Energy teams repairing faults after storm damage.
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2026 Rugby League World Cup: What England need to avoid group stage exit
England need a few things to go their way next weekend to stay in the Men's Rugby League World Cup - but they have at least given themselves a chance.
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Men's Rugby League World Cup - England 82-0 France: Thumping win keeps alive semi-final hopes
England beat France 82-0 to maintain their hopes of reaching the Men's Rugby League World Cup semi-finals.
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Family-run hotels group placed into administration after £2.8m HMRC tax dispute
A profitable family-run Scottish company operating eight hotels was placed into administration following an HMRC tax bill dispute.
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'We've sold 500 deep-fried Mars bars': Chippy institution takes Newcastle by storm
A famous Scottish fish and chip shop chain has expanded into England following a £1.5 million investment - and is going down a storm already with locals.
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Potfest Scotland: Go potty for major celebration of ceramics in Glasgow
Potfest will be hosted by WASPS in their Brigait venue, the old fish market which is less than 15 minutes walk from Glasgow Central Station and less than 20 minutes from Queen Street Station, from Friday 27- Sunday 29th November 10am – 4.30pm daily
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Perthshire farm crowned Champion of Champions at Scottish Agriculture Awards
A Perthshire farming business has been named the outstanding winner at the 2026 Scottish Agriculture Awards after judges praised its combination of farming skill, innovation, commercial success and attention to detail.
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England v Australia rugby league: What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas
England face Australia at the Women's Rugby League World Cup on Saturday determined to show they have moved on from the nightmare of their last meeting in Las Vegas 19 months ago.
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How to watch Tonga vs Lebanon for FREE: Live streams for Rugby League World Cup 2026 game
The Pacific Islanders are aiming to maintain their 100 per cent record
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Second storm to hit UK with heavy rain and strong wind - All affected areas
Storm Boelo to hit UK this weekend with heavy rain and winds up to 80mph as Met Office issues yellow warnings for Scotland, Northern Ireland and England.
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Second Australian lawmaker threatened days after alleged car attack
A 56-year-old man has been charged with threatening Hannah Beazley’s staff with nunchucks
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Man charged after allegedly making threats at Hannah Beazley’s electorate office while armed with nunchucks
Perth man charged with ‘being armed in a way that may cause fear’ – days after Helen Haines was allegedly attacked with 4WD outside her Victorian office
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Australian politicians say they are paying thousands for their own security upgrades amid rising threats
Home and office safety a common concern in Australian federal police and Asio safety briefings with politicians following alleged attack on MP Helen Haines
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England rugby league: Brian McDermott names unchanged team for World Cup match against France
Brian McDermott keeps faith with the England team beaten by Tonga as they bid to revive their Rugby League World Cup campaign against France in Perth this Saturday.
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The engineer who believes Scotland can become Britain's energy battery
AECOM's Eloise John discusses Scotland's renewable energy future, the challenge of delivering net zero infrastructure and the lessons learned during her career.
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‘Many family stories’: Tim Winton’s Cloudstreet takes out ABC radio poll of top 100 Australian books
Markus Zusak’s novel The Book Thief secures second place, while Trent Dalton’s Boy Swallows Universe rounds out podium dominated by men
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How to watch England vs Tonga for FREE: Live streams for Rugby League World Cup 2026 game
Brian McDermott's men begin their campaign in Perth
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Women's Rugby League World Cup: England crush debutants Wales in Perth
England scored seven tries before the break, and 13 in total on their way to a comprehensive victory over Wales in their Group A opener.
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Rugby League World Cup 2026: England will relish underdog tag against Tonga
Captain George Williams says England will relish their "underdog" tag when they take on a powerful Tonga side in their World Cup opener in Perth on Saturday.
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Police and fire crews attend incident at industrial estate amid 'avoid area' warning
Police and fire crews attend an incident on Whitefriars Crescent, Perth, as drivers and pedestrians are urged to avoid the area on October 16.
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Rugby League World Cup 2026: NRL gap a factor in France defeat by Samoa, says Laurent Frayssinous
France boss Laurent Frayssinous suggests the gap between the NRL and Super League was a huge factor in their 78-4 defeat by Samoa at the Men's Rugby League World Cup.
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Woman charged with poisoning colleague’s curry with snail pellets
Suspect, 43, set to appear before court early next month
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NHS Tayside clarifies status of Emergency Department amid closure rumours
NHS Tayside says Perth Royal Infirmary Emergency Department will not close as patient numbers rise, urging residents to call NHS 24 on 111 for urgent care.
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Citylink launches Aberdeen to Glasgow coach route via Edinburgh Airport
Scottish Citylink’s M6 route launches October 24, linking Aberdeen, Glasgow, Perth and Falkirk with Edinburgh Airport in four daily services from £35 return.
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Woman charged after allegedly poisoning colleague’s curry lunch with snail pellets
Western Australian police say woman ‘experienced numbness to her tongue’ after tasting the curry at her workplace in Perth
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Former jockey launches luxury toilet hire business in North Yorkshire after injury
Former jockey Henry Brooke launches North Yorkshire Toilets, providing luxury mobile loos for weddings, festivals, parties and building sites across the region.
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Witness appeal after man racially abused on train between Perth and Dundee
British Transport Police is appealing for witnesses to come forward after a man was racially abused on a train between Perth and Dundee.
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Former Linlithgow care home transformed into six new flats
Bield has created six one-bedroom flats at West Port in Linlithgow following a £635,000 redevelopment backed by Scottish Government funding.
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Australia’s first Michelin stars awarded to 11 restaurants
All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit.
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From racehorses to toilets: jockey’s dramatic career change
A jockey has swapped the racecourse for a new venture in an unexpected line of work.
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Profit down by a third at pubs and clubs giant founded by Scottish entrepreneur
A Scottish pubs and clubs company owned by Stefan King has reported a decrease in profit despite a rise in sales
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Archbishop of York announces major overseas visit to strengthen church ties
The Archbishop of York is set to begin an overseas visit to Australia and Hong Kong to strengthen church ties.
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Bedbug infestation forces Qantas to ground plane in Rome
Aircraft taken out of operation after flight from Perth after the discovery of parasitic insects on board
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2026 Rugby League World Cup: Mikey Lewis out for England opener
Harry Smith is named alongside captain George Williams in the England half-back roles for their 2026 Rugby League World Cup opening match against Tonga - with Mikey Lewis left out.
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Ex-jockey swaps saddle for luxury loo business in North Yorkshire
Former jockey Henry Brooke has swapped horse racing for a surprising new venture.
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Passengers stranded in Italy after bedbug outbreak grounds flight to Australia
Boeing 787 sent for ‘deep clean’ after bugs found in cabin
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Archbishop of York announces major overseas visit to strengthen church ties
The Archbishop of York is set to begin an overseas visit to Australia and Hong Kong to strengthen church ties.
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Aldi to invest £19.5 million in Scotland with new store and five extensions
Aldi will invest £19.5m in Scotland in 2027, opening a new Uddingston store and extending five existing supermarkets.
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How to watch New Zealand vs Australia 1st Test for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for 2026 Bledisloe Cup opener
The All Black-Wallabies rivalry resumes at Auckland's historic Eden Park
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Shark attack survivor says predator 'winked' at him as he fought it off
Mel Ismail has revealed new details of his near-death encounter
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Coalition MPs concede immigration pledge not fully costed by independent watchdog
Angus Taylor says opposition ‘worked closely’ with Parliamentary Budget Office but Liberal sources say it has not yet conducted a full analysis of the policy
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Christopher Saunders: Former Australian bishop jailed for sexually abusing young men
The former Bishop of Broome is one of the most senior Catholic clerics in the world to face sex abuse charges.
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England confirm 50-over warm-up fixture at the Waca before Australia tour
England confirm warm-up fixture at the Waca before this winter's white-ball tour of Australia - a stark contrast to last year's Ashes defeat.
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Australian leaders condemn pro-Palestine vigils planned for 7 October anniversary amid Jewish commemorations
Peak Jewish bodies organise ceremonies on third anniversary of attacks that triggered conflict in which 74,000 Palestinians have been killed
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Authorities issue shark warning over whale that swam 11km upstream in Clarence River and later died
The juvenile humpback was spotted near Bundjalung National Park in what experts say is a rare, but not unprecedented event
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One Nation to establish headquarters in multimillion-dollar Brisbane office bought by Gina Rinehart
Barnaby Joyce defends move, saying party will lease space from mining billionaire’s company at commercial rates
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Full list: Destinations you can fly to from Newcastle Airport and how to get there
Newcastle Airport guide: find transport links, parking and drop-off charges, airlines, destinations, shops and dining, and more.
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Activists plan legal action against police ban on entering security zone near Perth weapons expo
Under new WA laws anyone who defies an exclusion order could face a maximum $36,000 fine and three years in prison
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Jesse Baird’s housemate did not know surfboard bags contained bodies when she took photo, court hears
Housemate tells court she saw the bags oozing red liquid she assumed was furniture rust
