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Shark fishing banned from Perth's metropolitan beaches

The WA government has imposed a ban on fishing for sharks at Perth beaches amid concerns it puts swimmers at increased risk of attack by the predators.

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Shark Bay locals fear influx of fishers to World Heritage site will harm fish stocks

Residents of a popular fishing town in Western Australia say a government move to protect fish stocks in southern areas has left their unique marine ecosystem vulnerable.

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Spearfishing won't be banned around Margaret River after blue groper death at Cowaramup Bay

Western Australia's Fisheries Minister will not ban spearfishing at popular beaches around Margaret River but describes the behaviour of people who left a speared blue groper on the beach as "not good".

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Bull shark blamed for fatal Swan River attack on Stella Berry, as tagging program to be widened

A bull shark was responsible for the death of Perth teenager Stella Berry in the Swan River last month, DNA tests confirm, as the WA government moves to expand its shark tagging program.

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Eco-resort and beef jerky the latest hopes to save Collie jobs when coal industry goes

A multi-million dollar riverside resort is on the cards for the WA south-west town but there are calls for the state's $600 million spending to come under more scrutiny.

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Elderly living in overcrowded housing as Warmun aged care facility sits empty

It has been nearly a decade since the Warmun aged care facility was built in outback WA for residents wanting to stay on country, but it's sitting vacant as the WA government decides what to do.

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Death of blue groper leads Margaret River council to push for spearfishing ban

A member of a Gracetown swimming group said he and other members had become "quite attached" to the fish.

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Shark barrier plans for Perth's Swan River after death

Western Australia's government has advanced plans to install shark barriers in the Swan River after a 16-year-old swimmer was fatally attacked.

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Shark barrier to be installed at Bicton Baths following death of Stella Berry

A shark barrier will be installed at Bicton Baths in Perth's south following a fatal attack last Saturday, and six other councils have also been asked to look at installing enclosures.

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Friends remember Stella Berry after teen's tragic death, as minister suggests bull shark 'likely' responsible for attack

Friends of 16-year-old Stella Berry pay tribute to the teenager after her tragic death following a shark attack on Saturday afternoon.

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WA implements tough new fishing rules, banning catches of snapper and dhufish for half the year

A 900km section of Western Australian coast will be off limits for people looking to catch popular species of fish, as the state introduces new rules to help protect stocks for generations to come.

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WA government pushes ahead with nine-month fishing ban despite 'draconian' label

Tough new fishing rules are on the way for a popular WA fishery, but how the government plans to reduce catch is proving controversial.

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Catches halved and seasonal closures planned for popular West Australian fishery

Sustainability fears lead to a proposal to halve the catches in a popular West Australian fishery, but the recreational sector is not happy with the changes.

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Activ's disability industrial worksites to stay open for another 18 months, but families want more certainty

The Activ Foundation, which employs people with disabilities, has secured funding to keep its industrial worksites open for another 18 months, but families of the employees say it's only a temporary fix.

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Perth to Bunbury fast passenger rail business case contract awarded

A key step has been reached in the push for a faster passenger rail link between Perth and WA's major tourism and food region as power sources for the train are investigated.

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Activ workshop closures to leave people like Ryan Gee with a very uncertain future

After spending 16 years in the same job, Ryan Gee never imagined he would be out of work, but the impending closure of Activ workshops in WA has left him and hundreds of others in the cold and facing an uncertain future.

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Funding changes to NDIS behind closure of Activ worksites as families left 'devastated' by decision

Activ says National Disability Insurance Scheme funding changes are forcing it to shut seven WA worksites employing hundreds of people with disabilities, leaving families "devastated" by the closures.

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Trophy fishing fears raised after tiger shark filmed being dragged to shore at Bunker Bay

A surfer says he watched a shocked girl exit the water as an angler reeled a tiger shark towards the shore during the busy school holiday period, in an incident that was caught on camera.

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Kids make a splash at Exmouth GAMEX fishing tournament, as 9yo Kalvin Gates breaks record

It was the youngest entrants who made the biggest splash at this year's GAMEX fishing tournament in Exmouth.

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Bunbury to Perth train services to be affected for up to 18 months during Metronet upgrade

The Bunbury to Perth rail line will be significantly impacted next year as upgrades are carried out along the Armadale stretch.

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