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WA news LIVE: AFL legend Dennis Cometti to be farewelled in Perth today

The Sydney Morning Herald·6 months ago
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Updated May 4, 2026 — 10:09am , first published May 4, 2026 — 9:30am

10.09am Four in hospital after Wanneroo crash

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There’s been a serious crash in Perth’s north with four people taken to hospital after a head-on crash between two cars.

The incident happened on Wanneroo Road near Yanchep Beach Road about 6pm last night.

The scene of the Wanneroo Road crash. 9 News Perth

The driver of the Hyandai Staria van, 40, sustained critical injuries and was airlifted to Royal Perth Hospital.

Two of his passengers, 31 and 36, were also injured.

The Ford Ranger driver, 75, also suffered critical injuries and was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital by ambulance.

9.30am AFL legend to be farewelled in Perth today

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One of the country’s most respected voices in Australian sport will be farewelled today with a state memorial service to be held for Dennis Cometti at Optus Stadium.

Cometti died in March, aged 76.

His family, dignitaries and the AFL community are expected to pay their respects to the broadcast legend,…

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