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Phoebe Solon is a North West reporter for The Kimberley Echo, Broome Advertiser, Pilbara News and North West Telegraph

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Nine juveniles charged with a total of 70 offences following an alleged crime spree in Derby early Friday morning.

WA news PremiumNine juveniles charged after Derby crime spree

Nine juveniles have been charged with a total of 70 offences following an alleged crime spree in Derby early Friday morning.

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A 27-year-old Broome man charged with a string of drug and fraud offences after police allegedly uncovered several illicit drugs, cash and evidence linked to an insurance fraud investigation during traffic stop.

Crime PremiumBroome man charged with drug and fraud offences

27-year-old Broome man has been charged with a string of drug and fraud offences after police traffic stop

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Nine new streets in Broome North are set to bear Yawuru names after the Shire of Broome unanimously backed the proposal at its July 30 council meeting. 

Council PremiumBroome Council backs Yawuru street names

Nine new streets in Broome North are set to bear Yawuru names after the Shire of Broome unanimously backed the proposal at its July 30 council meeting. 

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Residents can attend the Kununurra information session at Kimberley Grande Resort (Argyle Room) on August 20 from 10am-2pm to have their say on the Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority Amendment Bill.

WA newsPremiumKununurra to host land reform talks

Kununurra Aboriginal people, community organisations, land users and other interested residents are being encouraged to have their say on proposed changes to Aboriginal land laws

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Residents can attend the Port Hedland information session at South Hedland Lotteries House (Function Room) on August 6 to have their say on the draft Aboriginal Affairs Planning Authority Amendment Bill 2026

Land rights PremiumHedland to host land reform talks

Hedland residents are being invited to help shape proposed changes to Aboriginal land laws by attending a local consultation on reforms to the Aboriginal Lands Trust estate on August 6

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Expanded Mimbi Caves Campground opens to boost Kimberley cultural tourism, the expansions includes the construction of a new amenities block, camp kitchen, onsite sewage treatment system and 14 additional campsites.

Tourism PremiumMimbi Caves campground completes expansion

Aboriginal-owned Mimbi Caves Campground completes its expansion ready for the busy Kimberley tourism season

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Residents can attend the Broome consultation session on August 18 at Notre Dame University (Event Hall), 88 Guy Street to have their say on proposed changes to Aboriginal land laws.

Land reforms PremiumResidents urged to weigh in on land reforms

Broome’s community is being encouraged to have their say on proposed changes to Aboriginal land laws, with a local consultation session to be held on August 18 and written submissions open until September 4..

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WA Country Health Service Kimberley ear, nose and throat clinical lead Jafri Kuthubutheen will be attending the free two-day ear health education forum in Broome on Thursday, August 20, and Friday, August 21.

Health PremiumBroome to host free Kimberley ear health forum

A free two-day ear health education forum will be held in Broome on August 20 and 21, aimed at tackling high rates of preventable ear disease among First Nations children in the region

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2 Worlds Collide! AC/DC v INXS Tribute Night at Divers Tavern on Saturday.

Arts PremiumTribute acts bring Aussie rock to Broome

Fans of two of Australia’s biggest rock bands will have the chance to relive decades of classic hits when tribute acts celebrating AC/DC and INXS take over Divers Tavern on Saturday. 

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The original Shire of Halls Creek logo and the new design, which was scrapped at the ordinary council meeting on July 23.

Shire PremiumNo new logo for Shire of Halls Creek

The Shire of Halls Creek has abandoned plans to introduce a new logo, with councillors voting to reinstate its traditional branding after community opposition.

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A rogue camel bucked off two tourists when a ride on Broome’s picturesque Cable Beach went awry on Saturday. 

WATCHVideoRogue camel throws off tourists during Broome beach ride

A rogue camel bucked off two tourists — sending them to hospital with injuries — when a ride on Broome’s picturesque Cable Beach went awry on Saturday. 

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Broome Towns women's team are through to the grand final.

Sports PremiumTowns, Greenbacks into WKFL grand finals

Towns and the Cable Beach Greenbacks have advanced to their respective West Kimberley Football League grand finals.

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