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Archive for October 23rd, 2023
Bushfire threat to homes in Perth’s west
A bushfire burning in parkland in Perth’s west has prompted a warning it could threaten lives and homes. October 23, 2023 Residents in parts of Perth’s west have been warned there is a possible threat to lives and homes as a bushfire burns in scrubby parkland. The fire started in Bold Park and early on […]
Inspector queries expansion of maximum security prison
The expansion of a maximum security prison has been questioned after a report found insufficient resources and lagging infrastructure were undermining safety. October 23, 2023 Insufficient resources and lagging infrastructure are undermining safety and security at WA’s main maximum-security men’s prison, a report says. Chronic staff shortages are also contributing to the problems at Casuarina […]
Indigenous teen Cleveland Dodd ‘let down’: WA premier
The death of an Indigenous teenager who self-harmed while in custody has reignited calls for improvement and change in the justice system. October 23, 2023 West Australian Premier Roger Cook says the justice system needs to do better following the death of an Indigenous teenager who self-harmed in the youth wing at an adult prison. […]