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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

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

Price dropPremiumCapped airfares long-awaited relief for Kimberley residents

Capped airfares for regional residents across Western Australia will come into effect this Saturday, with Kimberley locals paying no more than $299 one-way to Perth.

Jane Murphy

Kununurra PridePremium4th annual Pride Festival to take Kununurra by storm

There will be 100 per cent chance of rainbows this August as the East Kimberley is flooded with its annual Pride festivities.

Jane Murphy

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

BiohazardPremiumKununurra farmers on high-alert for “banana freckle”

Kununurra banana growers have been told to remain vigilant after a destructive plant disease known as “banana freckle” was detected in Northern Territory plantations.

Jane Murphy

Water Corporation grants More than $70,000 in grants given to Kimberley organisations

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

Cain Andrews

Crime-preventionPremiumEquine therapy for at-risk youth backed by more funding

An East Kimberley not-for-profit program targeting at-risk young women has been awarded a portion of $1.1 million seized from criminals in WA.

Cain Andrews and Jane Murphy

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

Cancer fundraiser Black tie cancer fundraiser raises more than $60,000

Kununurra locals donned their best frocks and dancing shoes, and headed to the black tie fundraiser on Saturday, June 18, to show their generosity, raising more than $60,000 for cancer research. 

Cain Andrews

NAIDOC weekPremiumSt Joseph’s students march for NAIDOC

The young residents of Kununurra proudly marched as one on Monday morning, opening the town’s NAIDOC Week celebration with a strong message. 

Jane Murphy

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

Paradise lostPremiumBroome a tragic tale of two cities as youth crime skyrockets

The jewel in the crown of the State’s north west tourism industry is fast becoming a tragic tale of two cities. Broome is bristling with tourists by day, but by night it is a war zone plagued by youth crime.

James Salmon

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