The closure of 12 APU beds in Bunbury has sparked alarm across the South West, with WA shadow mental health minister Libby Mettam warning the decision is already placing pressure on mental health services.
Madelin Hayes
Warren–Blackwood MLA Bevan Eatts has slammed the State Government’s sudden decision to shut down demersal fishing, warning the move is already taking a serious toll on the mental health of those affected.
Manjimup and Forestry went head-to-head in the Warren Blackwood Cricket Associations T20 grand final on Saturday.
Serian Lockwood-Jones
A round robin day to close out the short-form competition ahead of Saturday’s T20 grand final saw teams battle it out to secure a spot in the big dance.
The festive season will come alive in Manjimup this weekend, with a family-friendly celebration set to fill Heritage Park with music, community spirit and Christmas cheer.
The Southern Forests Food Council generates millions of dollars a year, a new study confirms.
Craig Duncan
A long-awaited upgrade of Stanifer Street in Greenbushes could move a step closer next week, with council officers recommending the project proceed after Talison Lithium agreed to fully fund it.
The streets of Manjimup were painted cherry red on Saturday, with more than 7000 people flocking to the area for the annual Cherry Harmony Festival.
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School in Pemberton is one of 55 schools to share in $150,084 in grants to fund anti-waste projects across WA.
Comets are top of the table after securing a 10-point win over Dribblers in the opening match of round 10 on Monday night.
Pemberton District High School students spent last week giving back to the town that supports them during their Community Week initiative.
WA’s spud princess has become the cherry queen, with nine-year-old Freya Galati stepping up during the annual Cherry Auction on Friday.
Amber Lilley
The bushfire season has begun as fires rage in the Shire of Nannup at Lake Jasper and Scott River East.
The Shire of Capel will be assessing four-wheel-drive access to beaches as a colony of shorebirds is pushed to the edge by reckless drivers.
After nearly 25 years of fishing in the West Coast zone, Southwest Wildecatch owner Vern Wilde said he had ‘no idea’ what to do next.
South West teachers have geared up to combat the affects of the Social Media Ban, saying they’re ready for any adverse reactions of the dopamine withdrawal.
Will Corbett
Work on Bridgetown’s new ultra fast EV charging station is under way, with the project set to be completed and opened to the public by March 2026
Rose Patane
South coast recreational fishers say they fear for the future of the region after the State Government’s decision to permanently close the West Coast bioregion to commercial gillnetting from January 1.
Boyup Brook staged a major upset at their home ground on Saturday, defeating ladder-leaders Bridgetown by three runs in the Warren-Blackwood Cricket Association competition.
Callcup Beach has been transformed into a sandy nursery as hundreds of tiny seabirds begin nesting on the shoreline, with beachgoers advised to display extra caution when visiting the area.
The Purple Cobras secured a convincing 13-point victory over the Bullets in a second v third hit out on Wednesday night.
Shire of Nannup councillors have shot down an attempt to introduce a rate reduction for owners of historic holiday homes.
Nannup’s Shirley Humble has died at the age of 96, leaving behind a lasting legacy.
Residents of Greenbushes gathered together on Saturday afternoon to honour those who have lost heir lives in the mining industry.
