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  1. Pink RoversPremiumRovers swap red for pink for cancer fundraiser close to home

  2. Leaving on a highNo win, but eight of the best from JK

  3. Mullewa FashionMullewa artist opens new fashion label and exhibition

  4. GNFLWPremiumRams’ heartbreak in one-point thriller against Royals

  5. Snapshot in timePremiumThe history of local ag trials and field days

Bush beautiesPremiumBloom time in Mullewa

The City of Greater Geraldton is urging people to visit Mullewa as all eyes turn to the flourishing heart of wildflower country.

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Roadside blitzPremiumAlmost one in five motorists caught drug-driving

Almost 20 per cent of drivers tested for drugs in the latest phase of a roadside police blitz returned a positive result, but that was a drop from the results of an earlier stage.

Jessica Moroney

Pay DisputePremiumSvizter employees strike at Geraldton Port over pay dispute

Wharfies walked off the job at Geraldton Port last week over a long-running dispute with employer Svitzer Towage, claiming the company is seeking to slash their pay almost in half.

Lachlan Allen

War of wordsShadow minister blocked from volunteer visits

The Shadow Minister for Emergency Services say the Opposition continue to be blocked from visiting volunteers and emergency services and the Minister has the party silenced.

Jessica Moroney

Teakle for 2023PremiumTeakle signs one-year contract extension

Brynn Teakle will remain with Port Adelaide for the 2023 season after signing a one-year contract extension.

Jake Santa Maria

Pub brawlPremiumTwo women, man charged with assaulting police officers

A fight erupted outside a Geraldton pub involving up to 100 drunk people, forcing police to step in, with some unruly patrons turning on officers, including one who allegedly kicked a cop in the groin. 

Jessica Moroney

Pink RoversPremiumPremiumRovers swap red for pink for cancer fundraiser close to home

The Rovers turned pink over the weekend as the club came together to remember the loss of one of their legends.

Leaving on a highNo win, but eight of the best from JK

Josh Kennedy had everyone scratching their heads asking themselves why he was retiring when he wound back the clock in a vintage display that saw him exit the AFL on an eight-goal high.

What I SeePremiumPremiumYou can’t beat people and the tapestry of their stories

I reckon the best thing about life is people.  Combine that with travel and all the spectacular sights to see, I think you have a terrific quinella.

Hockey Tight results in midfield as top teams stream way

The latest round of the Geraldton Hockey Association saw the top teams remain in form while there were tight results in the midfield.

Jake Santa Maria

Teakle for 2023PremiumTeakle signs one-year contract extension

Brynn Teakle will remain with Port Adelaide for the 2023 season after signing a one-year contract extension.

Jake Santa Maria

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McGowan Government reveals plan to fix St John WA

St John WA will be warned it will be subjected to a thorough evaluation in 2025 as the McGowan Government unveils a comprehensive plan to overhaul the delivery of ambulance services within the State.

Josh Zimmerman

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Tributes for ‘heart and soul’ mum killed in Albany Hwy crash

The news of Nicole Weeden’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief and tributes in Albany, where she was a beloved figure in the local sporting scene.

Liam Croy

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Secret society tasks notorious WA inmates with carving work

Prison officials who are Freemasons have tasked three notorious prisoners with creating an intricate wood carving for their secret society.

Ben Harvey

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severe weather Four-day downpour drenches Lower South West

The South West region started the last month of winter off strong with a week of wild winds and roadside flooding.

Melissa Pedelty

Solar EclipsePremiumAshburton Shire calls for Government Eclipse investment

As the Pilbara and Gascoyne regions prepare for a once in a lifetime solar eclipse, one shire will be supported by about $21 million in State Government funds while another has been left in the dust

Alexander Scott

Fresh playground PremiumEsperance students have their say on new playground

A new playground has been constructed at an Esperance primary school after the principal and his students toured the town on the hunt for fun ideas for their new addition.

Amber Lilley

Local issuesMembers of the Liberal Party in town to discuss local issues

The first week of August saw members of the Liberal Party meet with the Manjimup Shire and other local community leaders to discuss the current issues concerning local residents.

CharityLeonora op-shop ‘flooded by donations’

Leonora op-shop the Second Hand Room is proving so successful it has been forced to stay shut for a week to sort through ‘a flood of donations’.

Support for localsCouncils find common ground in dealing with homelessness

The City of Rockingham has expressed interest in having a Common Ground facility similar to the one proposed in the City of Mandurah.

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REVEALED: New use for Perth’s $200m COVID quarantine camp

A new use for the COVID quarantine facility in Perth’s north, which cost the Commonwealth $200 million to build, has been detailed in a proposed 12-month pilot program.

Peter Law

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Why Perth’s cheapest homes are surging fastest in price

Perth’s cheapest homes are surging fastest in price, with interest rate increases failing to deter first-homebuyers.

Kim Macdonald

Support for localsCouncils find common ground in dealing with homelessness

The City of Rockingham has expressed interest in having a Common Ground facility similar to the one proposed in the City of Mandurah.

Youth program Training young locals for success

The City of Rockingham has welcomed a specialised youth employment program to assist young locals access employment and training opportunities.

Temple Refused JDAP votes against Baldivis Hindu temple project

A proposed Hindu temple in the City of Rockingham that attracted a number of complaints from residents has been refused by the State Panel. 

CrimeDrunken crash hits home

A 16-year-old teen has been charged after a drunken accident led to him crashing his mum’s car into a home in Kwinana.

Tyra Peters