A South West police officer has been recognised for his leadership and service to the community as part of the Western Australia Police Force Recognition of Excellence Awards 2026.
Rose Patane
An all-inclusive South West choir is gearing up for a special festival performance up north later this year and is calling on the community’s help to get there.
Former Bunbury Senior High School student Finn Howard has announced himself as one of the region’s emerging endurance athletes after completing his first full Ironman in an impressive sub-10 hours.
Jack Penniment
The Harvey Shire council has voted to continue moving forward with its reconciliation action plan despite a councillor doubling down past suggestions for it to be terminated.
Renowned Australian chef Karl Wulf is taking over the kitchen of Bunbury’s Parade Hotel, aiming to take advantage of the region’s proximity to Australia’s best produce.
Craig Duncan
A community fundraiser for a Busselton identity has smashed its target, securing more than $40,000 for MND WA, disabled surfers and Embrace Inclusion
A South West cancer survivor has reminded people to get symptoms checked this bowel cancer awareness month
The South West Football League have announced their initial squad for next months Country Championships in Perth.
Sunday’s South West Cup day at Bunbury Turf Club will have a different feel to it with two new additions to one of the biggest days on the calendar
South West hockey associations enjoyed another successful campaign at the 2026 Women’s Country Championships in Perth, with the region returning home with four division titles.
The South West and Peel regions’ best young netballers showcased their talent in Bunbury over the weekend.
A Busselton-based artist is set to display her latest artwork at the 18th Castaways Sculpture Awards as the finalists for the annual exhibition have been announced.
A senior research analyst has said people can expect to the see the Bunbury housing market continue to experience strong growth, after new research showed an increase in median housing prices.
The Bunbury Sharks Masters will use football as a platform to spark important conversations about mental health at Hands Oval this Saturday.
The South West continues to be a breeding ground for talent in the WAFL, with multiple locals representing the East Perth Football Club so far this year.
The Shire of Capel are looking to lock in a 6 per cent rate rise to the majority of its residents, with rural properties set to be slapped with a 6.5 per cent increase.
Authorities are searching for a juvenile humpback whale entangled in floats and rope off the South West coast, with boaters urged to report sightings as crews race to locate the animal.
Serian Lockwood-Jones
Harvey Police Station officers are calling on the public’s help as they investigate a serious crash which occurred in Harvey on Friday.
After more than a year of organic waste being thrown in landfill, the City of Bunbury has announced it will resume Food Organic and Garden Organic processing
As the cold starts to bite, WA’s leading animal protection group are urging pet owners to keep their animals safe this winter.
Work has officially begun on WA’s first advanced manufacturing, technology and renewable energy hub, with the State Government touting the project as a major jobs generator for the region.
Madelin Hayes
A dolphin, a dingo, a famous bay and Linda — the four new railcars set to service the Australind train line have officially been given a name.
Multiple current and former local government officials from across the South West have been recognised at the 2026 Western Australia Local Government Association’s Local Government Awards.
Helping protect the community for more than 30 years, a chief fire control officer in the South West nominated for a State award says he has no plans to step away anytime soon.
