Herlyn Kaur
Herlyn Kaur is a multi-platform reporter in the Perth newsroom. Since joining the ABC in 2018, she's worked in various capacities including as the multicultural affairs reporter. Her current roles include weather presenter and TV news presenter.
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Western Australia's severe summer heatwave breaks records as parts of Perth hit 45C
The heat peaked before it even hit midday for many spots around metropolitan Perth, with scorching mid-40 degree temperatures experienced across the city.
WA braces for another severe heatwave in a summer the BOM says 'has been very kind to us' so far
Temperatures are set to soar across WA this week as the state plunges into another heatwave, and while we may feel like having a grumble, the weather bureau says it's just a "fairly average" summer in the west.
Heatwave warning issued for Perth and WA's South West as 'unprecedented' run of days above 35C looms
West Australians are gearing up for a "very unusual" run of hot November weather, with the temperature tipped to reach the high 30s for the next five days.
One of the hottest-ever summers is tipped to bake WA, and it's not just El Niño at fault
El Niño is tipped to bring scorching temperatures to the east, but its impact is less clear in WA. However, there's another climate driver that will bring some serious summer heat.
Firefighters probe yet another fire in Kings Park as bushland devastation revealed in stark images
Authorities work to establish whether any valuable flora in Perth's Kings Park has been lost after a number of blazes ripped through it yesterday, which police believe were deliberately lit.
'Shocked and dismayed': Fremantle Dockers slammed for re-signing Woodside as sponsor during 'climate crisis'
A prominent climate scientist says the AFL club's decision to sign a new multimillion-dollar sponsorship deal with the gas giant will not sit well with its younger supporters.
September temperature records broken across WA amid scorching spring weather
September temperature records tumble across Western Australia today, including in Perth, as an unusual wave of scorching spring weather sets in over the state.
Treating UTI’s will be as easy as visiting a pharmacy, under WA law change
A change in regulations will allow WA pharmacists to prescribe antibiotics for urinary tract infections, meaning people will no longer have to see their doctor to get a prescription.
'Really difficult decision': Prominent campaigner against Voice set to vote yes after changing mind
Perth-based Indigenous activist Megan Krakouer switches camps in the Voice to Parliament referendum debate, saying she will now vote yes despite stridently supporting the no campaign previously.
New laws to move 18yo detainees to adult prison to be introduced tomorrow, as Banksia Hill damage bill revealed
The WA premier reveals an astronomical damage bill after the latest disturbance at Banksia Hill Detention Centre, conduct he described as "appalling".
Ex-church youth worker charged with more than a dozen child sexual abuse offences in Perth
A 34-year-old former church youth worker has appeared in a Perth court to face more than a dozen child sexual abuse charges.
New organisation to take over Activ workshops, giving employment lifeline to hundreds of people with disabilities
Last May, Activ Foundation announced it would close its large-scale industrial worksites, putting the employment of hundreds of West Australians with disabilities at risk. But now a new organisation will take over.
'Environmental negligence': Expert slams Alcoa's construction of pipeline that risked contaminating drinking water
An expert in mine restoration labels Alcoa's construction of a pipeline that could have leaked toxic chemicals into a drinking water dam as a troubling "pattern of behaviour".
McGowan government to strip power from WA councils under major planning law changes
West Australian property developers will be able to circumvent local councils and access new infrastructure funding in major changes to planning laws designed to speed up the construction of thousands of apartments.
Police drone drug sting catches alleged $1m meth deal on live camera
WA Police drone vision shows how they tracked the movements of an e-scooter rider before he was arrested in an alleged meth sting.
Search continues for tiny radioactive capsule, which if you stand close to is like having '17 chest x-rays'
Authorities are continuing to desperately search for a radioactive capsule — which can cause severe burns and other health problems — along a 1,400-kilometre stretch of road in Western Australia.
Children trapped in car after Christmas Day crash killed parents discharged from hospital
Three children left stranded for more than two days after their parents were killed in a car crash just kilometres from their home in WA's Wheatbelt are released from Perth Children's Hospital.
West Australian bikie leader, horse racing legend's daughter in Perth court over large cash seizure
A senior member of the Rebels outlaw motorcycle gang and the daughter of one of Western Australia's most successful horse trainers front court after police allegedly seize large amounts of cash from both.
'Lack of apology': Queen's death a stark reminder of colonial trauma for Indian, Pakistani diaspora
As the world mourns the death of Britain's longest-serving monarch, those from former colonies are reminded of the pain and bloodshed which occurred under British rule.
Hail blankets backyards as Perth records wettest August since 2018
Social media feeds are flooded with pictures of what looks like snow-covered backyards as a wintry blast sweeps through Perth.
Family makes public plea as police probe whether teens were being chased before fiery Perth crash
The family of a young motorcycle rider critically hurt in fiery crash urge people not to make assumptions, while police investigate whether the bike was being chased by a woman in a SUV.
Hiding from who he was left Sam Jeffrey in a dark place. Now a WA research push aims to offer others more help
A new set of guidelines is unveiled in a bid to help clinical and support service providers improve suicide prevention strategies for young LGBTQA+ people.
Lack of 'safe' cells in Perth prison labelled 'incomprehensible' by coroner after young man's suicide
A West Australian coroner strongly criticises a lack of safe prison cells to prevent suicide at Perth's Acacia Prison.
'We want answers': Family's desperate push for 'the truth' as inquest begins into WA death in custody
The family of a 30-year-old man who took his own life in WA's Acacia Prison is disappointed a request to delay the inquest into his death is rejected, saying important evidence is missing.
St John WA chief stands firm at helm as report puts ambulance service on notice
The head of Western Australia's ambulance service shuts down questions from media about whether she should resign in the wake of recent deaths, as a report recommends the organisation be given five years to lift its game.