How much is a newspaper in 1901 WA?

The cost of a newspaper in 1901 Western Australia varied depending on the specific publication and the location where it was purchased. However, a typical daily newspaper in Perth, the capital city of Western Australia, would have cost around one penny (1d) during this time.

Here are some additional details about the cost of newspapers in 1901 WA:

- The Perth Daily News, one of the leading newspapers in Perth at the time, was priced at one penny per issue.

- The West Australian, another prominent newspaper in the state, was also sold for one penny.

- The price of newspapers was significantly lower in regional areas compared to the cities. In some regional towns, newspapers could be purchased for as little as half a penny (1/2d).

- Newspapers were typically sold by newsagents, street vendors, and even newsboys who would hawk the papers on street corners.

- In addition to the daily newspapers, there were also weekly newspapers and magazines that were published in Western Australia. These publications were typically sold for a higher price than the daily papers.

- The cost of newspapers increased over time due to factors such as rising production costs and increased demand. By 1914, the price of a daily newspaper in Perth had risen to two pennies (2d).