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Contract renewalPremiumSt John of God to continue providing drug counselling

A community alcohol and drug counselling service is set to continue operations throughout the region for at least the next five years.

Carly Laden

AFL WatchPremiumManjimup’s Pickett offered ban over bump

A look at how the South West’s AFL stars have fared in round nine of the 2022 AFL season.

Carly Laden

log off PremiumFurther $30m for businesses as timber ban looms

The State Government unveiled details of the $30 million pledge to help more businesses affected by the looming timber ban, but the commitment was slammed by industry representatives

Jakeb Waddell

Federal electionPremiumManjimup and Busselton youth mental health election pledge

Two Liberal MPs in the State’s south have pledged to improve the mental health of young people in the Warren-Blackwood and Busselton regions with a multi-million dollar election commitment.

Jacinta Cantatore

footballReigning premiers Bridgetown survive a scare against Imps

Reigning premiers Bridgetown survived a scare against sixth place Imperials at the weekend in the LSWFL to claim a come from behind 12-point win. 

Luke McPherson

Federal electionPremiumO’Connor candidates make their Federal pitch

As the Federal election draws near, we questioned the candidates for O’Connor on their plans for the electorate.

Jacinta Cantatore

footballPremiumBoyup Brook upset Southerners

Ladder leaders Southerners were upset by sixth-placed Boyup Brook on Saturday in the LSWFL reserves competition, going down by 13 points. 

Luke McPherson

soccerPremiumRovers men and women both suffer losses at home

The Manjimup Rovers have gone down 5-0 to the second-placed Harvey Hawks at home despite being tied at half-time, while the ladies suffered a 6-1 loss.

Luke McPherson

talking truffle PremiumManjimup named nation’s truffle export capital

The Southern Forests region and Manjimup area are the truffle capitals of the nation, according to new Australian Bureau of Statistics data.

Ben Loughran

Tom Malone Prize 2022PremiumPemberton artist in mix for $15k prize

A Pemberton artist has once again been shortlisted as a finalist in Australia’s most prestigious art prize for glass artistry.

Carly Laden

It was 99 centsPremiumBest second-hand shops in the South West

South Western Times journalist Amy Johnston is an avid second-hand shopper and has curated all the best second-hand shops in the South West, along with some handy hints to get you on your way.

Amy Johnston

FootballPremiumSoutherners hold out to beat strong Kojonup performance

The Southerners Football Club have made it two wins in a row after a great performance against a strong Kojonup side in round three of the Lower South West Football League, winning 13.12 (90) to 12.6 (78).

Ben Loughran

FootballPremiumImperials claim Johnson Cup after defeating Manjimup Tigers

Imperials Football Club have managed to win back the Johnson Cup from the Manjimup Tigers after a hard-fought win away from home, coming away winners 15.5 (95) to 12.9 (81).

Ben Loughran

FootballDeanmill beat Bridgetown on the road in LSWFL

The Deanmill Hawks have stamped their authority on the Lower South West Football League after a stunning performance saw them beat the Bridgetown Bulldogs 19.12 (126) to 13.7 (85).

Ben Loughran

Soccer Both Manjimup Rovers outfits taste defeat in round three

Both the Manjimup Rovers men and women’s team went without a win in difficult conditions in three of the South West Soccer Association on Sunday.

Ben Loughran

Everyone Gets A JobPremiumClose to 100 turn out for SW mining jobs fair

Roughly 100 people across three lower South West towns seized the opportunity to meet with representatives from a dozen of WA’s biggest mining companies in a recent job fair.

Ben Loughran

HockeyWarren Women’s Hockey Association returns for 2022 season

The 2022 season for the Warren Women’s Hockey Association has started with a bang after great games were played by all teams in round one on Saturday.

Ben Loughran

Election Update PremiumO’Connor district prepares to take to polls for election

With the 2022 Federal election a little more than three weeks away, the candidates vying for the seat of O’Connor are ramping up their campaigns in the hope of securing their place in Canberra this year.

Ben Loughran

New Shire president PremiumJenny Mountford takes over SW Shire president role

In the aftermath of John Bookless’ resignation as president of the Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes, Cr Jenny Mountford has taken on the top job after being voted in at Thursday’s ordinary council meeting.

Ben Loughran

Farewell For Now PremiumCity boy thanks regional community for welcoming him

New direction

Ben Loughran

Sudden resignation PremiumSW shire president quits council after anti-vax furore

The Bridgetown-Greenbushes Shire president, who publicly backed a group of anti-vaxxers labelling the media reporting of the COVID pandemic as ‘gutter’ journalism, has retired from his council immediately.

Jakeb Waddell and Ben Loughran

Lest we forgetPremiumHow the SW commemorated Anzac Day

Thousands of South West residents rose early on Monday to commemorate those who served in war as part of this year’s Anzac Day commemorations.

Jakeb Waddell

Bail not consideredPremiumFamily abuse accused to find new bail address

A Manjimup man who faces ‘extremely serious’ allegations of persistent family violence towards his then-wife and their children has had a proposed bail address deemed unsuitable.

Carly Laden

Anzac Day 2022PremiumVeterans and friends celebrate Anzac legend on solemn day

The Manjimup RSL hosted dozens of people during their morning tea following ‘very successful’ Anzac Day services held on Monday in honour of former and current servicemen and women. 

Ben Loughran