A four-star hotel could be on the way for Manjimup with councillor unanimously voting to progress negotiations, backing a $4 million anchor investment proposal which could welcome a Hilton to town.
Serian Lockwood-Jones
A German cricket club has visited the South West as part of an Australian escapade, taking on a Bunbury side dubbed the Mayor’s XI on Sunday.
Will Corbett and Yousuf Shameel
Bunbury is ready to be home of the first comedy club in the South West, targeting both international and local comedians.
Yousuf Shameel
One Australind student has not let being born with cerebral palsy stop her from achieving her goals, with a stunning ATAR score leaving her “pleasantly surprised” after overcoming barriers and setbacks.
Rose Patane
Year 12 students across Bunbury schools have demonstrated they are academic weapons following the recent release of ATAR results.
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has announced the beginning of its prohibited burning season aimed to limit the risk of starting a bushfire
Marist have narrowly avoided a major boilover, edging out a persistent Leschenault by just 22 runs.
Will Corbett
Wolfpack secured the win during Wednesday night’s Manjimup Amateur Basketball Association match-up against Dribblers.
Forestry have emerged victorious over Bridgetown in their top-of-the-table clash, securing a win in the 39th over with wickets to spare.
Manjimup’s Heritage Park was alive with the sounds of Christmas on Sunday when the community gathered to celebrate the festive season at the combined churches annual Carols in the Park.
A bus taking residents and visitors to the beach from Margaret River is on the cards for 2026
Scenic walking path Leeuwin Biddi in Augusta opened earlier this month, connecting walkers to Cape Leeuwin
Busselton’s own Alvin Dube has been given Federal Recognition for his excellence in mentoring student nurses during their placements at a South West aged care facility.
Craig Duncan
The City of Busselton have renewed its partnership with Rio Tinto, extending the collaboration for another three years.
As 2025 draws to a close, the Team at the Manjimup-Bridgetown Times would like to reflect on the fantastic year that was.
Jimmy Barnes will head to the South West next year as The Jane Barnes Band prepares to tour the country
The first sod has been turned on FoodBank’s Dalyellup expansion, which aims to provide affordable food for those struggling.
A group of bright young innovators from Dunsborough Primary School took home the innovation award at the First Lego League WA National District Finals.
Madelin Hayes
The Margaret River Hawks cause upset win at home, dominating the Yallingup-Oddbods at Gloucester Park, winning by 137 runs.
Jack Penniment
The City of Busselton has taken control of the controversial Saltwater project amid what it has described as “one of the most challenging periods for the construction industry in recent history”.
With marron season opening on January 8 and running through until February 5, the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is calling for fishers to help with ongoing research.
Community radio station 103.7FM is mourning the loss of beloved station icon Jeff Parvin, who died after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
The streets were packed with seasons greetings last week in Margaret River, with the community out in force to celebrate Christmas at their annual street party.
Scientists have uncovered a whole new world of tiny creatures living on the backs of some of Australia’s most endangered animals.
