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Drug-driverPremiumFine for unlicensed man caught drug-driving

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder man who was caught driving without a licence while under the influence of drugs has been ordered to pay more than $2850.

Amber Lilley

Cannabis sellerPremiumWoman planned to sell cannabis to fund her own habit

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder woman who was planning to sell cannabis to fund her own habit, which she says eases the pain of her medical issues, has been sentenced to an intensive supervision order.

Amber Lilley

Employment pathwaysPremiumFirst group graduates from Laverton Training Centre

The Laverton Training Centre has produced its first round of graduates as 32 Indigenous students have completed nationally recognised vocational training courses

Amber Lilley

FIFO inquiry PremiumAnonymous reporting encouraged after inquiry into FIFO

Mining companies are being encouraged to use anonymous reporting programs to help remove job security fears for workers making complaints following the recent inquiry into sexual harassment in the industry.

Amber Lilley

HockeyPremiumNorths edge Mines in A1 women’s Challenge Cup

A1 women’s Challenge Cup decider a thriller

Neale Harvey

FootballPremiumAnswer the umpires call

The GFL Umpires’ Association is offering job assistance and generous payments to attract more members.

Neale Harvey

On the upPremiumGruyere gold output continues to improve

Output at the Gruyere gold mine continues to improve, with Gold Road Resources this week reporting record production in the June quarter.

Neil Watkinson

RacingPremiumTraining double for Carapellotti at KBRC

Nick Carapellotti enjoyed two winners at Sunday’s seven-event card at the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Racing Club.

Neale Harvey

Eight ballDoubles duo chasing more eight ball accolades

Dax Wasley and Dean Curry hope to add to an already impressive record

Neale Harvey

HockeyPremiumPegasus beat CBC in A1 men’s hockey

Callum Abraham was the leading forward as Pegasus beat CBC.

Neale Harvey

Free Jab July PremiumMore time to get free flu jab

As part of an “influenza vaccination blitz”, Free Jab June has been extended until the end of July.

Amber Lilley

Living space neededPremiumReal estate agent calls for workforce accommodation

In the wake of the 2021 census revealing Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s population has been decreasing, a local real estate agent says growth opportunities are being stunted by a lack of accommodation.

Elena Morabito

NAIDOC LuncheonElders recognised during NAIDOC Week luncheon

Aboriginal elders from across the Goldfields attended the annual NAIDOC Week Elders Luncheon on Tuesday

Carwyn Monck

First Nations artPremiumFirst Nations art sought for city centre redevelopment

Goldfields First Nations artists will have the opportunity to display their work in the heart of Kalgoorlie’s CBD as part of the $16 million Kal City Centre Project.

Tegan Guthrie

Indigenous affairsPremiumCall for diverse Aboriginal cultural heritage council

The WA Opposition is encouraging the State Government to consider appointing people with mining and agricultural backgrounds to the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Council.

Elena Morabito

Ticking over nicelyPremiumDarlot hits target as King of the Hills ramp-up continues

The Darlot gold mine has met its full-year production guidance as the King of the Hills ramp-up proceeds according to plan, Red 5 reports.

Neil Watkinson

Fill the millPremiumUpdated Black Swan resource boosts Poseidon confidence

Poseidon Nickel’s updated Black Swan mineral resource estimate has given it more confidence in the project as it eyes a bankable feasibility study and final investment decision in September.

Neil Watkinson

Telethon fundraiser PremiumScott Guerini to complete his 13th annual Telethon walk

Despite admitting each annual marathon gets harder, young Southern Cross Telethon fundraising superstar Scott Guerini says he will keep soldiering on in support of those who have to battle every day.

Tegan Guthrie

Rental shortage PremiumRental shortage sees increase in pet surrenders

Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s rental shortage is seeing pet owners forced to surrender their beloved animals just so they can secure a roof over their heads, RSPCA WA says

Tegan Guthrie

Menzies changesPremiumMenzies appoints acting CEO and CFO after resignations

The Shire of Menzies has appointed an acting chief executive and chief financial officer following resignations from both positions in the past few months.

Tegan Guthrie

native title PremiumSuccessful native title determination ‘momentous’ occasion

Claim member Verna Vos said the momentous judgment was ‘huge’ for her family, with the emotions she felt too strong for words to sum up

Madeleine Clark

Local government reformsPremiumMinister says Kalgoorlie-Boulder is ‘overgoverned’

Local Government Minister John Carey has defended the State Government’s intention to reduce the number of Kalgoorlie-Boulder councillors, says the city is ‘overgoverned’.

Carwyn Monck

Aged-care expansionPremiumState Government provides land for Pringle Village expansion

The State Government has announced the transfer of Crown land in Kalgoorlie-Boulder for a major expansion of aged-care accommodation at Pringle Village.

Carwyn Monck

FootballPremiumTigers beat Panthers in GFLW

Boulder have rebounded from massive personnel changes to be second on the GFLW ladder

Neale Harvey