Mining giant BHP is cutting approximately 300 operational and maintenance roles across its Pilbara iron ore operations, drawing strong condemnation from unions over consultation concerns.

Perth's rental vacancy rate dropped to 1.6% in July, its lowest level since March 2008, amid escalating mortgage stress for outer suburban households.

Western Australia issued a rare catch-and-kill order for a great white shark following the fatal mauling of swimmer Greg O'Neill off Sorrento Beach in Perth.

Indonesian police are investigating the suspected murder-suicide of an Australian father and his two children in a rented Bali bungalow.

Port Hedland iron ore workers and Collie coal miners are weighing strike action over pay disputes and workplace law changes, threatening regional operations.