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Bunbury Council meeting set for December 16 so as not to fall on Christmas week.

COUNCIL PremiumBunbury Council brings meeting forward.

The City of Bunbury Council’s final meeting will take place on December 16. 

Will Corbett

Jace Campbell, Salome Woodland, Skye Smith, Zonta Club Bunbury advocacy committee chair Tyril Houghton, Edana Minahan and Harbour partnerships and marketing co-ordinator Briana Clatworthy.

16 DAYS IN WA PremiumStudents play their part in the 16 Days in WA campaign

Students from Bunbury Senior High School’s Kingia Z club have worked together to create Christmas boxes for South West refuge Harbour.

Rose Patane

WA’s number of dairy farmers is slipping.

Dairy farmingPremiumWA slips below 100 registered dairy farmers

WA’s number of registered dairy farmers has slipped below 100 but are among the most efficient producers in Australia, new data shows. 

Craig Duncan

The crew of Harvey Community Radio at the station’s 21st birthday celebrations.

It’s your town talkingPremiumHarvey radio land major grant for tower refurbishment

Harvey residents will soon be able to hear their town talking even more clearly with Harvey Community Radio getting some major upgrades to their broadcasting equipment. 

Craig Duncan

Nathan King with the world cup trophy.

CRICKETPremiumBurekup cricketer celebrated as coach of world champions

Burekup’s Nathan King has added an incredible notch to his cricketing belt, coaching  Australia’s over-40 side to a win in the T-20 World Cup. 

Yousuf Shameel

Jo Saunders, Greg Duncan and Jane Packard at this year’s Western Dairy sundowner in Bunbury.

DairyPremiumWA’s dairy industry elites gather for end of year sundowner

WA’s Dairy industry elites gathered at the Mantra Lighthouse Hotel in Bunbury last week, to share the latest developments at an end of year sun-downer.

Craig Duncan

The St Joseph’s School Waroona choir at Waroona’s Christmas Gala.

CHRISTMAS PremiumIt’s time for another celebration in the town of Waroona

Market stalls, food, entertainment and a special guest from the North Pole will be available for all to enjoy when Waroona hosts their annual Christmas gala on Lions community Christmas gala

Rose Patane

Carollers from the Bianca Panetta Academy of Dance at the 2025 Harvey Christmas Gala.

Season’s celebrationsPremiumHarvey community show off seasonal spirit at Christmas Gala

The Harvey community have showed off their seasonal spirit at this year’s Christmas Gala.

Craig Duncan

Judy and Brian Kealley dancing at the Harvey Connect members Christmas lunch.

‘tis the seasonPremiumHarvey’s oldest and wisest gather for holiday cheer

Harvey’s oldest and wisest gathered together last week for an early bit of holiday cheer. 

Craig Duncan

Shire president Mike Walmsley addressing the Waroona shire volunteers at a thank-you breakfast in Preston Beach.

International Volunteer dayPremiumWaroona volunteer community gather for breakfast celebration

The Shire of Waroona put on two breakfast celebrations last Saturday to say ‘thank you’ to all of the volunteers within the shire. 

Craig Duncan

Bayden Adams

Opera ConductorPremiumBunbury conductor takes the next step in his musical career

A young Bunbury conductor has made his mark in the music industry after being appointed as a Wesfarmers Arts Young Artist with West Australian Opera

Yousuf Shameel

Santa Claus spent the night taking photos with local kids

CHRISTMASPremiumDalyellup dazzles in Christmas extravaganza

Thousands flocked to Lakes Park on Sunday afternoon in the Shire of Capel’s Jingle and Mingle Festival. 

Will Corbett

A repellent dispenser initiative has been expanded to the South West to help prevent mosquito-borne diseases.

Fight the BiteState Government fight the bite with new tech in South West

The State Government are taking off the gloves and rolling up their sleeves in the fight against one of Australia’s most dangerous animals — the mosquito. 

Craig Duncan

Attendees share drinks and food at the Harvey After Hours sundowner at Brugan Brewery.

After Hours PremiumHarvey business community rub shoulders at sundowner

The Harvey business community rub shoulders at Brugan Brewery last week, for an after hours sundowner hosted by the Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and the Shire of Harvey.

Craig Duncan

The Bunbury Catholic College alumni president Malena Cahill next to the hall of distinction board.

INDUCTEESPremiumFind out who has been inducted into the hall of distinction

Bunbury Catholic College welcomes its latest inductees into the hall of distinction during a presentation evening last week. 

Rose Patane

Drakesbook Weir pontoon won’t set sail this summer due to low water levels.

High and dryPremiumDrakesbook Weir pontoon won’t set sail with low water levels

A beloved pontoon will be confined to the storage shed, not hitting the water at a popular South West swimming spot this summer with water levels too low and deemed unsafe. 

Craig Duncan

Harrison Meling, Ruby Martella and Seth Roberts, all 12.

Cardboard ArcadePremiumImagination and talent on display at the Great Aussie Arcade

In a showcase celebrating innovation, teamwork and imagination, primary school students from across South West gathered to exhibit their arcade game projects.

Yousuf Shameel

Margaret River Swim School named WA’s Best Regional Swim School and recognised among Australia’s top finalists.

Top honourPremiumMargaret River crowned WA’s Best Regional Swim School

A Regional Swim school has been recognised as the best in the State for its small size and is among the best in all of Australia.  

Craig Duncan

Public input is sought on a policy for renewable energy.

Green energyPremiumPublic comments sought for region’s renewable future plan

The Margaret River community is encouraged to have their say on a renewable future plan for the region before the policy heads back to the council.

Craig Duncan

Ambulances lined up at Bunbury Regional Hospital on June 11, 2025.

Ramping recordsPremiumSmall calls out ‘sick joke’ Medicare is good for Bunbury

Forrest MP Ben Small has lashed out at Federal Health Minister Mark Butler calling his claims the Medicare system is working well in Forrest a “sick joke” while the region faces record ramping

Craig Duncan

A WA tourist hotspot has been transformed through fire and now offers visitors a once in a lifetime chance to see this icon like never before.

Ethereal soundsPremiumPhoebe Dunbar captures sounds of WA in experimental album

Imagine sitting by the mirrored waters in the depths of Lake Cave — that is the feeling Phoebe Dubar has captured as part of a new experimental album drawing inspiration from sounds across Western Australia.

Craig Duncan

St Mary's Anglican Church and graveyard received a heritage grant.

Heritage PremiumSouth West history benefits from $1.2 million investment

This week the State Government annouced 39 grant recipients from across the State to support heritage conservation, documentation and interpretation projects with seven recipients in the South West. 

Craig Duncan

Bianca Todd and Ian Mutch with their collaborative piece for the Callum and Jake Robinson Foundation.

COMMEMORATIVE COLLABORATION PremiumDunsborough artists unite for Robinson brothers tribute

Dunsborough creatives have joined forces in a heartfelt collaboration for the Callum and Jake Robinson Foundation, contributing a special silent auction piece.

Madelin Hayes

The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River council.

local governmentPremiumNew members urged to find their voices

WA’s lacklustre participation in local government elections was slightly higher in Augusta-Margaret River, figures reveal.

Warren Hately