NGAARDA STATEWIDE NEWS: FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2026
Image source: Shire of East Pilbara website
Here are today’s stories from the Ngaarda News team:
WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti has warned uncertainty over major gas projects could threaten jobs following Woodside's announcement of around 500 global job cuts, as its $30 billion Browse project awaits final approval.
The Shire of East Pilbara has rejected claims its airport fees are driving up airfares, calling on airlines to explain why Newman residents are paying more than $1,500 for some flights.
A Perth woman accused of poisoning a colleague's curry with snail pellets has faced court for the first time and will return in December.
The WA Greens are calling for a moratorium on a proposed sand mining project near Wyndham, while operator Boskalis maintains environmental risks can be managed safely.
King Charles has expressed profound sorrow over Britain's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade but stopped short of apologising, despite growing calls for reparations from Caribbean nations.