Caitlyn Rintoul | WA Journalist

Crews lift wreckage of seaplane from waters off Rottnest The wreckage of a seaplane that dived into waters off Rottnest Island, killing the pilot and two passengers, has been lifted out of the ocean.

The wreckage of a seaplane that plunged into waters off Rottnest Island, killing the pilot and two passengers, has been lifted out of the ocean two days after the fatal incident.
#wanews #perthnews #Rottnest
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A tragic afternoon on Perth’s picturesque holiday isle of #Rottnest. Four pulled from the water and three missing after a seaplane plunged into the water. It sparked an incredible community rescue effort. Thoughts are with the families of those onboard 🙏 #wanews #perth
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UK rapper Yung Filly charged with driving at 158km/h UK rapper Yung Filly has been charged with hooning and had his vehicle impounded after he was allegedly clocked driving at 158km/h while on bail.

UK rapper Yung Filly has been charged with hooning & had his vehicle impounded after he was allegedly clocked driving at 158km/h while on bail in Perth. The 29yo Youtuber has been in WA since October awaiting a court appearance for rape allegations. #wanews #perthnews thewest.com.au/news/crime/h...

Class action to highlight vile treatment of women on mines FIFO workers who experienced predatory behaviour in the industry will be able to take part in what is expected to be a multi-million-dollar action.

Tens of thousands of women will be eligible to join new class actions against mining giants Rio Tinto, BHP and their subsidiaries alleging systemic sexual harassment and gender discrimination. #wanews #perthnews thewest.com.au/business/min...

Thousands beg for shelter amid WA domestic violence epidemic Almost 1300 domestic violence victims were turned away from four refuges in WA in the first six months of this year — as the State’s epidemic continues to surge.

Almost 1300 domestic violence victims were turned away from just four of WA’s 45 refuges in the first half of 2024.

It’s just the tip of the iceberg of those being left out in the cold, with the sector buckling under the weight of rising demand & insufficient funding
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Former ward awarded $1m after vile sex abuse while in care A former ward of the State who was sexually abused not once but three times while under government care has been awarded more than a $1 million in compensation — one of the highest payouts in WA histo...

A former ward of the State sexually abused three times while under care has been awarded more than $1 million in compensation — one of the biggest payouts in WA history for institutional child sexual abuse. Important story here by my colleague Emily Moulton: thewest.com.au/news/court-j...

Just how far abusive men will go to terrorise their victims Violent men are using everyday items including teddy bears, pot plants, prams and cars to keep tabs on their victims in a bid to extend their terror.

Hidden trackers, spyware, drones — Violent men are using everyday items including teddy bears, pot plants, prams and cars to keep tabs on their victims in a bid to extend their terror. thewest.com.au/news/wa/hidd...

WA rape victims waiting hours for support in soiled clothes WA rape victims are being forced to wait in bloodied and soiled clothes, sometimes for more than a day, to see specialist forensic doctors and support services, a new review has revealed.

WA rape victims are left to wait in soiled clothes and made to drive hours due to State’s dire services, a new report has found. Some regions have no specialist services, while those that do haven't had a funding boost in years despite a 30 per cent rise in cases.
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‘You keep your mouth shut’: Rio still has a culture problem A review into global miner Rio Tinto’s workplace culture has found a disturbing battle of the sexes emerging as it struggles to make progress on a raft of changes.

While surveyed Rio Tinto staff perceived that workplace culture issues were getting better, a review has found instances of sexual assault and harassment, bullying and racism either has not improved or got worse in the past two years. #WAnews #PerthNews #MiningNews thewest.com.au/business/min...

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‘It was just a joke’: Language matters. At home, in the workplace & in the community. It’s at the heart of Circle Green’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence campaign. 30 WA cafes are taking part, using cups like this, with thought-provoking messages.

📰: thewest.com.au/business/wor...

‘Super concerned’: Perth beaches that have locals worried Tens of thousands of people face a second summer of substandard beach water quality — forcing them to head elsewhere — as environmental issues plague some of Perth’s most popular summer spots.

Perth residents face a second summer of substandard beach water quality from environmental issues at popular spots. In the north, algal blooms have jeopardised swimming lessons & to the south, coastal erosion has prompted several beaches closures #wanews #perthnews
📰✍️: thewest.com.au/news/environ...

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Would love to connect with some fellow Australian journalists, read and share articles, updates & ideas (without all the clutter/trolling/noise of other platforms).
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