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BY A NOSE PremiumKenyluck edges Son Son to win Batavia Sprint

Geraldton Turf Club was sent into raptures on Sunday as crowd favourite Kenyluck rode home in a tense win at the Geraldton Toyota Batavia Sprint, albeit with some late controversy.

Michael Roberts

GO GERO PremiumGeraldton seniors dominate first round of country week

Geraldton’s cricketers opened this year’s country week in grand style on Sunday in Perth.

Victor Tanti

COUNTRY WEEK CHAMPS Geraldton youngsters shine at cricket country week

Geraldton’s next generation of cricketing stars have come back from Perth champions after a nailbiting win in this year’s under-14a country week grand final.

Michael Roberts

COVID MANDATES PremiumDouble vax needed to compete in bowls country week

BowlsWA has reacted quickly to last week’s announcement from the WA Government in regard to vaccine mandate requirements for all pubs and clubs.

Joe Criddle

NEW APPOINTMENT PremiumFresh face at Midwest Football Development Program

Former Northampton coach Beau Walker will be working with the next crop of young footballing talent in the region after being announced as the new head coach of the Midwest Football Development Program.   

Michael Roberts

‘Worst-case scenario’PremiumUp to 150 daily COVID cases predicted at transmission peak

The Geraldton business community has been left frustrated by the State Government’s expanded proof-of-vaccination requirements.

Phoebe Pin

‘Vicious’ attackPremiumMan avoids jail after “vicious” domestic violence assault

A Geraldton man who took part in a “vicious” attack on his partner of 10 years in September has avoided jail.

Phoebe Pin

All aboard PremiumPort preparing for return of cruises after hard border falls

Almost two years after the COVID-19 pandemic caused the cruise industry to run around, Geraldton Port is preparing for the revival of the popular tourism experience.

Phoebe Pin

COMPETITIVE MARKET How opening the hard borders could affect rental market

The fall of WA’s hard border on February 5 could intensify the rental crisis in regional cities like Geraldton if city dwellers opt for the less crowded surroundings of country areas.

Michael Roberts

PESTY PESTS Pesky vermin running amok in the Mid West

First it was cyclone Seroja, then it was prolonged power cuts, and now Northampton is dealing with an influx of unwanted pests.

Michael Roberts

Editor’s DeskPremiumChoice to avoid life lockdown is clear for the unjabbed

Life is about to get very tough for those who have chosen to remain unvaccinated from COVID. From January 31, the reality is these people will become government-sanctioned pariahs everywhere in WA. 

Kate Campbell

BREAK-IN Cat burglar strikes in Mt Tarcoola car raid

A Mt Tarcoola couple say “calculated” thieves must have hardly made a noise when they broke into two cars on Mark Way in the early hours of Friday morning.

Michael Roberts

Federal electionPassionate environmental advocate to contest Durack seat

Geraldton-born Malgana woman Bianca McNeair announced on Friday she would contest the Federal Durack seat, which has been held by the Liberals’ Melissa Price since 2013. 

Phoebe Pin

Snapshot in timeStep back in time at Narra Tarra

Today’s step back in time takes us back to the heritage-listed Narra Tarra homestead, within Chapman Valley, a relic of what life would have been like in the mid-1800s. 

Staff reporter

Consumer WatchPremiumHow to spot a car with odometer rollback 

When deciding how much to pay for a second-hand car, top of mind may be the number of kilometres the vehicle has already travelled. 

Candice Evans

Spooky seasonPremiumGeraldton ghost tours set to be a spooky success

A series of upcoming ghost tours aim to present the darker side of Geraldton’s past in an creative and engaging way.

Phoebe Pin

Pub crawl through timePremiumThe flashy Freo and all its versions

You may be surprised to learn that the Freemasons Hotel didn’t always reside in the grand old Marine Terrace building it does today. The Freo started in the 1870’s, but in a more modest building next door.

Edward Scown

Fancy some crocodile?Aussie bush cuisine comes to Geraldton

Geraldton’s newest restaurant will be opening its doors next week, with a strong Australian bush flavour on its menu.

Staff reporter

‘Respectful and inclusive’What to expect in Gero this Australia Day

Fireworks, musical performers, a unique welcome to country ceremony, more Australian citizens welcomed into the fold and the community’s unsung heroes singled out — welcome to Australia Day in Geraldton.

Kate Campbell

‘Bad call’ PremiumGeraldton volunteer fined for drink-driving offence

A local St John Ambulance volunteer who “made a mistake” by driving after a night out at the pub last year has had his licence disqualified.

Phoebe Pin

Syringe threatPremiumMan jailed after syringe threat

 A Geraldton man who threatened to stab a Perth retail worker with a syringe last year will remain behind bars for at least six months.

Phoebe Pin

WELCOME RELIEF PremiumFree entry to Mullewa pool reaping social benefits

An intervention aimed at curbing youth crime and lifting community spirit in Mullewa is starting to bear fruit.

Michael Roberts

RAT RacePremiumBan lifted but RAT stock yet to hit country shelves

The State Government may have lifted the ban on the sale of rapid antigen tests in WA, but stock is yet to hit Geraldton shelves.

Phoebe Pin

SAFETY FIRST PremiumMarine rescue issues safety plea

Marine Rescue Geraldton is reminding seafarers to log on and off with the volunteer group so they can swiftly respond to life-threatening incidents.

Michael Roberts