WA: Main stories in today's Perth newspaper

AAP General News (Australia)
08-04-2008
WA: Main stories in today's Perth newspaper

PERTH, August 1 AAP - The main stories in today's The West Australian:

Page 1: The Reserve Bank is tipped to leave interest rates on hold when it meets tomorrow,
but analysts say a rate cut could happen as early as next month amidst speculation the
nation could be heading towards recession.

Page 3: The Civil Aviation Safety Authority has set up a special investigation team
to double-check Qantas' safety and maintenance procedures after a series of mid-air emergencies.

Page 5: Firefighters have accused the State Government and the Fire and Emergency Services
Authority of leaving lives and homes vulnerable because of poor planning and lack of personnel.

World: Iran was close to a "major breakthrough" in its quest for nuclear weapons and
Israel must be ready to take action against it, a leading contender to become the next
Israeli prime minister has claimed.

Business: Ailing stocks are expected to come under renewed pressure as the 2007 US
reporting season kicks into top gear this week.

Sport: Fremantle warhorse Shaun McManus bowed out on a high note yesterday and promised
the club's fans more good times to come.

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