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Short-stay rulesResort owner criticises Shire’s new short-stay policy

A policy that will require short-stay accommodation property owners to register their property with the Shire, along with a slew of other regulations has passed council.

Cain Andrews

Holiday nightmare PremiumTourists’ 4WD stolen and used to ram police cars in Broome

A tourist couple have come forward and told of their holiday nightmare in Broome, which ended with their car being used as a weapon to ram police cars.

Cain Andrews

Census 2021New census data highlights income disparity in the Kimberley

Kimberley leaders say the income disparity revealed in the 2021 census is disappointing but not surprising. 

Jane Murphy

NAIDOC 2022PremiumBroomies ‘Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!’ for NAIDOC Festival

Broome has been painted red, yellow and black this week for Kullarri’s 2022 NAIDOC festival.

Jane Murphy

Derby school redevelopment Premium$20.9m Derby DHS redevelopment begins

Derby District High School is about to undertake a massive redevelopment of its school grounds and facilities, costing $20.9 million. 

Cain Andrews

Power upgradeSolar power to be installed at Broome Wastewater Plant

Broome North Wastewater Treatment plant is set to receive a power upgrade with a solar panel power system to be installed on the site. 

Cain Andrews

Census 2021PremiumMore visitors, less renters: Census 2021 Kimberley rundown

Every five years, the publication of the national census data spurs self-reflection throughout Australia, delivering the answers to a multitude of questions.

Jane Murphy

Broome’s best apprentices PremiumBroome’s Chadwick Albert named best apprentice of the year

Broome carpentry apprentices Chadwick Albert and Brendon Roe both won best apprentice awards at the WA Building Excellence awards.

Cain Andrews

Derby Drone Program Derby High School Drone Program flying kids into the future

More drones will be buzzing around the Kimberley with high school students from Derby learning to fly drones to prepare them for future career opportunities in a range of industries.

Cain Andrews

Broome Speedway Racers return home to Broome Speedway after WA state titles

It was another action packed night down at Broome Speedway with Broome racers returning to their home track after competing in WA state titles. 

Cain Andrews

WKFLCable Beach remain undefeated after WKFL round eight

Reigning West Kimberley Football League premiers the Cable Beach Greenbacks are sitting undefeated at the top of the league after eight rounds, and look destined for back-to-back premierships.

Cain Andrews

Take OffHow to purchase flights as a regional resident

Tickets for the Regional Zone Cap fares can be booked through each receptive airline, online or over the phone. 

Jane Murphy

Funding boostPremiumSeized funds to help curb youth offending in Kimberley

Two Kimberley not-for-profit programs have been awarded a portion of $1.1 million seized from criminals in WA.

Jane Murphy

Stompem Ground returnsPremiumMidnight Oil to play at Stompem Ground after 24 years

The Stompem Ground music festival will make a triumphant return later this year with famous acts like Midnight Oil, Blekbala Mujik and the Pigram Brothers set to rock the crowds of Broome. 

Cain Andrews

NAIDOC festivalPremiumKullarri NAIDOC Festival calls for equity, justice for all

The Kullarri NAIDOC Festival has swept through Broome this week, bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous people together to celebrate the region’s diverse cultural heritage. 

Jane Murphy

Water Corporation grantsPremiumMore than $70,000 in grants awarded to Broome organisations

More than $70,000 in grant funding has been awarded to 11 community groups, not-for-profits and schools in Broome thanks to the Water Corporation’s Kimberley Community Grants Scheme. 

Cain Andrews

Beach BooksPremiumBeach Books back for next chapter at Cable Beach

Beach-goers will again be able to relax and unwind with a free book on Cable Beach courtesy of Broome Public Library’s Beach Books program.  

Jane Murphy

‘terribly inconvenient’CommentsPremiumBroome locals offer up beds to stranded Qantas passengers

Repeat late-night Qantas flight cancellations have left Broome visitors stranded without accommodation, with locals offering up spare beds to see tourists housed for the night.

Cain Andrews

Bathroom accusationsPremiumBroome man charged over terrifying backpacker assault spree

A 23-year-old man has faced court after multiple women claimed they were indecently assaulted in the bathroom blocks of two hostels.

Jane Murphy

NetballBroome win the netball North West Championships

Broome have been crowned the best netball town in the North West after taking down Karratha in a nail-biter of a final at the North West Regional Championships.

Alexander Scott

RacingPremiumFirst three rounds in patterns are emerging at Broome races

Three meetings done and dusted at the Broome Turf Club last weekend, and patterns are starting to emerge.

George Manning

WKFL round sevenDerby Tigers shoot down Peninsula Bombers in 156-point win

There were some massive defeats in the WKFL over the weekend, with the Peninsula Bombers being smashed by more than 150 points.

Cain Andrews

Broome NetballPremiumCable Beach keep top spot after forfeit

It was an upsetting round of netball for Pearlers Old Girls who were forced to forfeit their game with Cable Beach, ridding themselves of a chance at the top spot.

Jane Murphy

Broome motocross PremiumBroome motocross round three and four action

Two rounds of motocross action took place at the Broome motocross track over Saturday and Sunday. 

Cain Andrews