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Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

Woman arrested over fire that shut down Perth Airport and threatened homes

31 Oct 14:18

The 41-year-old will face court on Saturday after she is alleged to have deliberately lit multiple fires in Forrestfield on Thursday.

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Australia · Sydney Morning Herald

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