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rising tollRoad safety a key local government issue: congress

A national congress has heard Federal support for regional local governments and technological advancements are the two most important factors to help address the country’s resurgent road toll.

Warren Hately

FootballPremiumSparks on trial for AFL spot with Eagles

Harley Sparks has been given a chance to stake his claim for the final spot on West Coast’s AFL list, with the Deanmill product called up to train with the club’s senior side.

Josh Kempton and Mitchell Woodcock

CHRISTMAS BLESSINGSPremiumMum organises Bridgetown Christmas hamper appeal

A local mum is calling on the community for a Bridgetown Christmas hamper appeal initiative — with little hands at the ready to spread the spirit of giving. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

CHRISTMAS IN BRIDGETOWNPremiumBridgetown carols by candlelight

Bridgetown carols by candlelight will be held on December 8 in the Bridgetown hospital grounds in the garden area. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

YOUTH SEENPremiumMental health award for Blackwood prevention program

Blackwood Youth Action was one of 11 winners in the 2024 WA Mental Health Awards for their mental health program aimed at helping young people.

Anjelica Smilovitis

COVID controversyPremiumNannup shire adds voice to Port Hedland vaccine controversy

The Shire of Nannup has forwarded information from Port Hedland council regarding DNA contamination of COVID-19 vaccine vials to local medical practitioners in an attempt to “placate” anti-vaccine advocates.

Melissa Pedelty

INDUSTRIAL HEMPPremiumIndustrial hemp a sustainable option for construction

Bridgetown’s Hemp Squared owner Iggy Van manufactures building blocks out of industrial hemp as a sustainable solution in the building space.

Anjelica Smilovitis

St BarbaraPremiumGreenbushes honour lost lives in mining industry

Lives lost in the mining industry in Greenbushes and surrounds will be honoured on December 7 as part of the international celebration of St Barbara.

Melissa Pedelty

PIRATE OF ARTPremiumLive mural at the Bridgetown Agriculture Show

A Dunsborough artist painted a live mural on the Blackwood to the Beach theme at this year’s Bridgetown Agriculture Show. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

Backed upPremiumBridgetown Bakery impacted after reversal incident on Sunday

Bridgetown Bakery had an unexpected visitor on Sunday morning when an elderly woman crashed her car - backwards - into the shop. 

Daniel Hocking

Market DayPremiumDingup Hall to host inaugural market day on Saturday

The committee in charge of Dingup Hall hope to breathe new life into the historic venue with a market day at the weekend.

Daniel Hocking

SkydivingPremiumTandem skydiving to take place in Manjimup on weekend

Thrill-seekers will be able to enjoy a weekend of views and excitement with tandem skydiving in Manjimup on the weekend. 

Daniel Hocking

CricketPremiumWBCA: Boyup Brook fails to outrun visitors Manjimup

Home team Boyup Brook were unsuccessful in their chase against visiting team Manjimup who went home the winners by four runs. 

Daniel Hocking

Historic hallPremiumGreenbushes RSL opens refurbished historic hall

The Greenbushes branch of the Returned and Services League officially opened their refurbished historic hall recently, with renovations including the removal of asbestos and upgrading the hall’s facilities.

Daniel Hocking

BasketballPremiumBasketball: Sharks beat Hazbeenz 25-24

Sharks narrowly defeated Hazbeenz during their Tuesday night match-up for the eighth round of the Bridgetown Basketball Association’s senior women’s competition.

Daniel Hocking

cinematic backdropPremiumAward-winning TV series to feature Pemberton and surrounds

Karri trees and timber towns will be the backdrop for Mystery Road: Origin season two which has begun filming in Pemberton.

Melissa Pedelty

joy of cyclingPremiumManjimup residents to try modified bikes and trikes

Manjimup residents will have an opportunity to trial a range of modified bikes and trikes when Technology for Ageing and Disability WA visits on December 5.

Melissa Pedelty

among the hillsPremiumNew Blackwood Valley vineyard owners top awards

A family-run vineyard located in the scenic Blackwood Valley region has hit the ground running, securing two awards in only its third year of operation.

Melissa Pedelty

outdoor upgradesPremiumPemberton child care receives funding boon

A beloved daycare in the South West will soon be home to a new nature playground after securing a sizeable grant.

Melissa Pedelty

FARMING DECISIONSPremiumCundinup farmer uses workshop grazing rotations principles

For a Cundinup livestock producer marrying into a generational farm, a workshop has helped eliminate the guesswork for managing grazing rotations.

Anjelica Smilovitis

SMALL TOWN VICTORYPremiumNorthcliffe mums rally community support for water station

A determined group of Northcliffe mums banded together to raise funds for a water bottle refill station for students and the broader community with a grant helping them to the finish line. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

WATERSMART FARMSPremiumWaterSmart farms tests unconventional methods

ls underway. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

UNEXPECTED SUCCESSPremiumSerendipity Manjimup gift shop turns 40

A “quirky” Manjimup shop turned 40 last week with the previous and current owner in store to celebrate. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

FARMING HOST FAMILIESPremiumFarmers needed to house Japanese exchange students

Sharing your farm life with visiting Japanese students is a new program being rolled out across the South West.

Anjelica Smilovitis