Stories from Perth · Australia

Western Australia police seized three firearms and a quantity of ammunition from a property. The seizure occurred after authorities determined the registered owner's housemate was not a fit and proper person to have access to weapons.

Mining company BHP has agreed to trade in yuan for metal exports destined for China. The move follows various trade deals involving the company. The impact on the Southeast Asian economy remains uncertain according to the report.

Former NRL winger Zach Lomax has joined the Western Force in Super Rugby. Lomax expressed his goal to become a dual international. He is aiming to play for the Wallabies in next year's World Cup in Australia. No new information provided in current feeds.

West Coast Eagles player Jake Waterman said the team has learned lessons following a 143-42 loss to St Kilda at Docklands on Sunday. This marks the Eagles' second triple-digit defeat of the season. The team is scheduled to host winless Richmond at Perth Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Waterman stated players are looking to their two previous victories this season for inspiration. Waterman noted the team struggled against St Kilda's pressure and intent. The match follows a streak of four consecutive losses for the Eagles. The event coincides with the 20th anniversary of the club's 2006 Premiership.

A Perth court heard that two men allegedly murdered a woman following a dispute regarding a $120,000 relocation fee from China. The victim has been identified as Hongyu Peng. The body of Peng was discovered in a hotel room.

Three anti-gas activists climbed onto the stage minutes before Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese delivered a keynote address in Perth. The individuals were quickly escorted out of the venue by security.

Bill Grayden, a war hero and the longest-serving parliamentarian in Western Australia, has died at age 105. He was recognized for his extensive service to the country and his local community. Graydon followed in the footsteps of his father, Len Graydon. William Graydon, Western Australia's longest-serving Member of Parliament and a war veteran, has died in Perth.

Three protesters were removed from a business breakfast in Perth this morning after attempting to disrupt an event attended by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. The activists rushed into the WA Chamber of Minerals and Energy event while Albanese was interacting with attendees.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese used a speech in Western Australia to rule out changes to existing gas export contracts. The Prime Minister also addressed the importance of unlocking natural resources projects.

The leader of a group of fishermen has been fined almost 1,800 Australian dollars. The fine follows an incident where shark heads were left outside the Western Australia Fisheries Minister's office.