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The West Australian

The West Australian

WA, National & World News

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69 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 25, 2020
  • August 3, 2026

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West Australian Newspapers Limited
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Access premium news coverage from Western Australia and beyond, including breaking news, opinion, and in-depth analysis. Read the daily newspaper digitally and unlock exclusive discounts with a rewards card.

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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of The West Australian. It highlights the 7 positives and 23 negatives reviewers mention most about this News app.

Positive things

  • 👍Great new update (Shrekguvuvuyvuy)
  • 👍Excellent new app (Shrenik Jobanputra)
  • 👍Good interface (Sctmreader)
  • 👍Reinstated landscape reading (66Paul66)
  • 👍Vastly improved (johnsy_83)
  • 👍Much improved (Kensingtonlad)
  • 👍Very good (lepint)

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes frequently
  • 🐛App won't load
  • 🐛App is slow
  • 🐛App is unresponsive
  • 🐛App is unstable
  • 🐛App is too sensitive
  • 🐛Ads are intrusive
  • 🐛Subscription issues
  • 🐛Content not loading properly
  • 🐛Poorly designed interface
  • 🐛Difficult to navigate
  • 🐛Auto-playing videos are annoying
  • 🐛Audio hijacking
  • 🐛Latest updates are problematic
  • 🐛Content not fully displayed
  • 🐛Login issues
  • 🐛Download errors
  • 🐛Text mode issues
  • 🐛Puzzles not working correctly
  • 🐛Subscription cancellation problems
  • 🐛Web-based app experience
  • 🐛Obits run together
  • 🐛Content fuzzy or blurred
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What's New in The West Australian

2.7.502

August 3, 2026

Tablet experience enhancements.

User reviews

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Doesn’t work

Downloaded the APP and it won’t even go past the log in page. Press login and it does nothing.
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Apalling Change

This new version is appalling. I am a paid subscriber of The West and am bombarded by ads. It is hard to tell what is an ad and an actual news item. Disappointing as I use it throughout the day to check the latest news. I don’t always have time to read through the whole newspaper. The ‘latest’ news is always yesterday
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PTKK1964PTKK1964

Poorly designed and implement app

The application crashes frequently making reading the paper a challenging experience. Have cancelled my subscription until such time it is completely overhauled.
r0ssi46r0ssi46

Great app and really love the new update!

This a great new update and really love the new app!
ShrekguvuvuyvuyShrekguvuvuyvuy

Excellent New App

A very good working interface!
Shrenik JobanputraShrenik Jobanputra
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

71 issues

App won't go past login page

Bug

App crashes frequently

Bug

App no longer loading after update

Bug

App takes multiple attempts to download

Bug

App sometimes fails to download paper fully

Bug

App crashes on opening after update

Bug

App is too sensitive and changes screen accidentally

Bug

App keeps losing wifi connection

Bug

App pages don't fill screen

Bug

App is unstable

Bug

App sleeps too quickly while reading text

Bug

App refuses to boot, hangs on logo then crashes

Bug

Newspapers editions often don't download

Bug

New two-page spread viewer is terrible on iPads

Bug

Sunday Times not coming up under Editions after update

Bug

App frequently won't allow opening of puzzles

Bug

Puzzle states completed before trying

Bug

App constantly asking to sign in

Bug

App freezes on WA logo on iPhone SE

Bug

App doesn't load well, half pages blank or fuzzy

Bug

Last accessible page blurred

Bug

App keeps jumping to non-newspaper view

Bug

App is hard to navigate due to jumping

Bug

App doesn't work on iPhone

Bug

App crashes regularly

Bug

App is clunky to navigate

Bug

App often fails to load articles and needs restart

Bug

App crashes almost every time it is opened

Bug

Difficult to navigate to newspaper tab and download edition

Bug

App has too many Google ads

Bug

App has annoying banner ad at the bottom

Bug

Live podcast band across the bottom of the screen

Bug

NEDS ADVERT across the bottom of the banner

Bug

Login issues with iPhone 'save password' feature

Bug

Cannot access back page or Sport Cover

Bug

Cannot see whole page without scrolling/dragging

Bug

Cannot set up an account

Bug

No email sent for password reset

Bug

Subscription fraud prevention system rejects

Bug

Cannot send messages due to fraud prevention

Bug

Cannot zoom in on photo/article without it shutting down and refreshing

Bug

Videos auto-play when reading pages

Bug

App hijacks audio on opening

Bug

Articles opening to text view when trying to move pages

Bug

Painfully slow to load when moving between articles

Bug

Tortuous effort to return to main screen after following links

Bug

Subscription service bombards with ads

Bug

App is slow, won't download, too sensitive to touch

Bug

App drains data

Bug

Articles dating back to last year and 'live' news stories appear

Bug

New format seems unstable

Bug

Difficult to print a single page of readable size

Bug

App is impossibly slow, news is out of date

Bug

Latest update is a massive step backwards

Bug

Auto opening of individual articles is irritating

Bug

Pop up text mode is frustrating

Bug

Cannot show a full page on iPad

Bug

Cannot get two-page view like previous app

Bug

Takes longer to download

Bug

Clippings were easier in old app

Bug

New app doesn't load well

Bug

Text is fuzzy you can't read it

Bug

Cannot search articles from the app

Bug

Cannot do holiday hold anymore

Bug

App is clunky to use

Bug

No refresh button

Bug

Extremely predatory practices, still charged after cancellation

Bug

Horribly designed app with terrible navigation UI

Bug

Deaths/obituaries run together as gibberish

Bug

Cannot look at pictures separately

Bug

You have to have an account to look at it and it won't give you an account without having existing account

Bug
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Requested Features

18 requests

Allow turning off text mode

Feature

Make pop-out text mode optional

Feature

Improve two-page spread view on iPads

Feature

Add cryptic crossword

Feature

Implement holiday hold feature

Feature

Add a refresh button

Feature

Improve search functionality

Feature

Fix links to open in app

Feature

Allow iPhone 'save password' feature to work

Feature

Improve puzzle functionality

Feature

Make app feel less like a web browser

Feature

Improve presentation of obituaries

Feature

Allow users to view pictures separately

Feature

Fix articles cut off across pages

Feature

Stop app zooming out when scrolling zoomed page

Feature

Fix live podcast band and NEDS ADVERT placement

Feature

Improve content organization

Feature

Make app feel more like a native app

Feature

FAQ

What kind of news does the app provide?

The app offers premium access to a wide range of news, including local and regional news from Western Australia, national and world news, opinion pieces, sport, business, politics, lifestyle, entertainment, and travel. It aims to provide comprehensive coverage from WA's largest newsroom.

Can I read the newspaper on the app?

Yes, you can browse WA's daily newspaper on your device exactly as it was printed. The app allows you to view the whole paper, access past editions, and read regional newspapers digitally anytime, anywhere.

Are there any extra benefits with the app?

The app includes exclusive discounts for dining, movies, and more through your digital West Rewards card. This feature provides added value beyond just news consumption.

Is the app free to download?

The app is free to download. However, to unlock premium news access and exclusive rewards, users will need to subscribe or make in-app purchases as per the app's monetization model.

What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is delivered fast to your mobile and tablet, indicating compatibility with both iOS and Android devices. Specific version requirements are typically found in the app store listing.