The Latest Breaking News from Perth

WA records two new local COVID-19 cases, with one attending Fiona Stanley Hospital's emergency department and forcing workers to isolate, as the AMA questions if the Chief Health Officer is being "gagged".

A Perth bar and nightclub owner warns staff shortages will force the closure of hospitality venues shortly after WA reopens unless close contact rules change — and other industries are worried too.

"Thoughtful and friendly" Mike O'Malley was Perth and Kinross Provost from 1999 to 2003

The Perthshire Chamber of Commerce chief executive was speaking after the First Minister announced hospitality rules will be extended until at least next week

The meeting comes following the announcement OVO plans to close its Perth office where it is understood around 700 employees are based

Western Australia records two more COVID-19 cases linked to a worsening cluster as Perth's City of Surf is cancelled and random proof-of-vaccination checks are announced for the Australia Day Skyworks.

Chimney stack and brick facade on Friar Street came crashing down earlier this afternoon

"The club understands that it's likely multiple midweek fixtures will be used to catch up on postponed games."

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