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  1. FootballPremiumBeth Beckett’s Busselton side accomplish perfect season

  2. COMMUNITYPremiumTender released for $51.9m Busselton water treatment plant

  3. GRACETOWN TRAGEDYPremiumGracetown cliff tragedy remembered 30 years on

  4. TOURISM PremiumWA tourism boom failed to reach all corners of state

  5. MILESTONE CELEBRATED PremiumDunsborough sporting hub turns 50

The Yallingup Wellness Expo returns to Caves House on November 1.

WELLNESS FIXPremiumFind your zen in Yallingup when Wellness Expo returns

A celebration of wellness returns to Yallingup in November, with all net proceeds donated to mental health services Radiance Network South West and Busselton Community Safe Space.  

Madelin Hayes

Independent candidate for Forrest Dr Sue Chapman speaks to supporters at her campaign launch in 2024.

ELECTION INQUIRY PremiumSouth West Federal election candidate to testify

A former South West independent candidate will share her election experiences as part of the electoral matters committee’s inquiry into the 2025 Federal election. 

Rose Patane

Maya Breen (GeoCatch), Joel Hall (DWER), Drew McKenzie (GeoCatch), Alex Gower (Water Corporation), Sally Clifton-Parks (DWER), David Fe and Josh Jackson (Water Corporation) and Ellen D’Cruz (DWER) at the Wonnerup sand bar.

Safety & infrastructurePremiumStrong community interest in Busselton’s flood protection

Busselton’s annual Flood Protection Bus Tour hosted by GeoCatch has sold out once again this year, with over 50 people in attendance at the behind-the-scenes showcase.

Seth Carter

Group memeber Roslyn Power's hearts, ready to be dropped off.

HeartwarmingPremiumTiny hearts leave big messages

If you’ve ever stumbled across a tiny, handmade heart tucked away in a cafe, park bench or walking trail, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered one of Busselton local Wendy Spencer’s small acts of kindness.

Seth Carter

A possum pair were reunited in a wetsuit at the weekend at a holiday park in Broadwater.

Wetsuit cuddlesPremiumWetsuit proves a snug fit for South West possum pair

These critically-endangered western ringtail possums may not have caught a wave, but they certainly looked ready to hit the surf after being reunited in a holidaymaker’s wetsuit.

Madelin Hayes

Bay OK Native Open Gardens is a rare chance for the public to view the South West's best private gardens.

Gardening and wildlifePremiumBay OK displays the South West’s best native gardens

An event demonstrating the beauty of the South West’s native gardens and biodiversity is coming to Busselton and Dunsborough on the weekend of October 10-11.

Seth Carter

Bobbie Williamson boogies the night away at Embrace the Beats.

DISCO DANCINGPremiumPremiumBusselton’s Embrace the Beats disco up for national award

A Busselton disco designed to make the dancefloor more accessible for people with a disability is up for a major national award. 

A shark warning has been issued for beaches along Dunsborough to Cape Naturaliste.

SHARK WARNINGPremiumPremiumShark warning issued for Dunsborough to Cape Naturaliste

A shark warning has been issued for beaches between Dunsborough and Cape Naturaliste after increased shark sightings and tagged shark detections over the past three days

Charlie Harris at Gracetown Grommets 2026.

SurfingPremiumPremiumGracetown Grommets marks three decades surfing

Gracetown once again provided the backdrop for some of the South West’s emerging surfing talent, with the Gracetown Grommets event reaching its 30th year on the weekend.

Mahli Beardman bowls for WA against Tasmania on September 20.

CricketPremiumMahli Beardman builds back into cricket after long layoff

South West fast bowler Mahli Beardman has taken another step in his return to competitive cricket after featuring in Western Australia’s opening two One Day Cup matches.

Jack Penniment and Josh Kempton

Injidup natural spa in Yallingup.

SCENIC ROUTE PremiumSouth West Edge road trip ranked among WA’s best

A South West road trip has taken out second place among WA’s top touring routes, with its mix of coast, forests and vineyards earning it a spot among Australia’s best. 

Madelin Hayes

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Justin Longmuir, Senior Coach of the Dockers and Isaiah Dudley of the Dockers celebrate during the 2026 AFL Second Preliminary Final.

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LAIDLEY: Success was always coming

AFL expert Danielle Laidley revisits the controversial Fremantle 2024 call that forecasted their success long before their Flagmantle charge became a reality.

Danielle Laidley

RAC chief executive Rob Slocombe with his counterpart at IAG, Nick Hawkins, on signing the insurance deal in May last year.

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ACCC again rejects $1.35b RAC Insurance sale to IAG

IAG re-applied in January for approval in January under new acquisition rules, having been rejected late last year.

Sean Smith

Family-owned and operated Oscar’s in the Valley announced on Tuesday that it would be ceasing operations.

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Popular Swan Valley restaurant closes without warning

The family-owned and operated venue announced on Tuesday that it would be ceasing operations ‘immediately’, with the beloved business handed over to liquidators.

Brooke Rolfe

Greg O'Neill (supplied)

WA NewsVideoPremiumVictim of horrific fatal shark attack at Sorrento identified

‘Our family is deeply shocked and devastated by the terrible tragedy that took the life of a father, grandfather to be, brother, uncle, husband and friend.’

Kirsty Lichtenstein

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Ms Reynolds became emotional and is hugged by friends and ratepayers.

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City of Perth boss sensationally sacked in secret meeting

The City of Perth has sacked its chief executive, just a week after a three-month inquiry was ordered into the dysfunctional relationship between the administration and councillors.

Jessica Page and Sophie Gannon

Parcel Property general manager Jeremy Cordina, Wanneroo mayor Linda Aitken, Landsdale MLA Daniel Pastorelli MLA and Parcel Property project director Ryan Hunter.

Commercial PropertyPremiumThis council is now Perth’s ‘most important housing market’

The local government area is leading the way on development, growing nearly twice as quickly as the next fastest-growing area and cementing its position as WA’s growth powerhouse.

Kim Macdonald

Capture gear has been set 1.5km off Sorrento Beach as the family of shark attack victim Greg O’Neill pays tribute to the much-loved swimmer.

WA NewsVideoShark hunt ramps up as family pays tribute to victim

Capture gear has been set 1.5km off Sorrento Beach as the family of shark attack victim Greg O’Neill pays tribute to the much-loved swimmer.

Chairman Home Builders Action Group Jason Janssen said builders were shocked by how tight the rations were.

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PremiumBuilders fear collapse with brick rations to last a year

WA builders are expected to be on brick rations for at least a year, as builders plead for more from the State’s only major manufacturer.

Families have been left scrambling for care after Sonas abruptly shut its Wanneroo centre, with children’s hats and bottles still locked inside.

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PremiumParents scramble as childcare centre shuts ‘without warning’

The landlord entered the property on Saturday afternoon and took possession, forcing the centre to close immediately.

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The scene of the fatal crash in Rangeway which killed 19-year-old Jack Murray (pictured inset).

Courts & JusticePremiumDriver faces manslaughter charge over deadly crash

A 48-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter over a fatal crash in the Geraldton suburb of Rangeway that killed a teenager last month

Sally Davies

Majuba Bistro's Andrea Love. Laurie Benson

backpacker capsPremium‘Devastating’: Caps on backpackers mark ruin for businesses

Proposed cuts to working holiday-maker visa approvals has been met with backlash by regional business operators and the City of Albany who say changes would cripple vital industries.

Melissa Sheil

Morawa sheep farmers Rebecca and Andrew Moore said the State and Federal governments had missed the mark with the live sheep export transition grants.

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Wasn’t the outcome of the sheep export ban animal health?

Morawa sheep farmer Andrew Moore said the State and Federal Governments had missed the mark with the $140 million sheep industry transition assistance package.

Melissa Pedelty

The magnitude 2.7 earthquake occured at 10.48am on Thursday, September 17.

EarthquakePremiumPremiumSmall quake makes a big shake in Collie

Collie has been shaken by a magnitude 2.7 earthquake on Thursday, September 17, with the earthquake recorded by Geoscience Australia striking 9km east of the town.

Group memeber Roslyn Power's hearts, ready to be dropped off.

HeartwarmingPremiumPremiumTiny hearts leave big messages

If you’ve ever stumbled across a tiny, handmade heart tucked away in a cafe, park bench or walking trail, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered one of Busselton local Wendy Spencer’s small acts of kindness.

Bunbury Fringe is back in January.

Arts and culturePremiumPremiumBunbury Fringe festival returns for 11th year

Bunbury Fringe Festival has announced its return for January 2027,  announcing key details for the upcoming season. 

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Fed chair Kevin Warsh will be counting votes this week both on a widely anticipated rate hike as well as the future direction of monetary policy.

CNBC newsPremiumFed’s Warsh watches votes ahead of expected rate rise

Fed chair Kevin Warsh will be counting votes this week both on a widely anticipated rate hike as well as the future direction of monetary policy.

Jeff Cox

Spider-Man: Brand New Day generated massive ticket sales.

CNBC newsHollywood just had its biggest summer on record

While ticket sales are encouraging, it highlights how much the theatrical industry has changed since the pandemic as it is now defined by fewer screens, fewer moviegoers, fewer movies and higher ticket prices.

Sarah Whitten

Retail oil activity is surging, potentially amplifying emotionally driven price swings, said industry veterans.

CNBC newsPremiumWhy the $4.2tr oil market is no longer a ‘rich man’s game’

Oil trading was once largely the preserve of commodity houses, institutional investors and professional traders able to make bets involving thousands of barrels at a time. That barrier is becoming much lower.

Lee Ying Shan

Former Lynas CEO Amanda Lacaze tells Christine Tan how she helped steer Lynas out of financial distress.

MiningVideoPremiumWATCH: How Amanda Lacaze pulled Lynas back from the brink

WATCH THE VIDEO: Inside Lynas Rare Earths’ Malaysia operation as former CEO Amanda Lacaze discusses its turnaround and the race to diversify supply beyond China.

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Human Cannonball David “The Bullet” Smith will be a new main attraction at this year’s Perth Royal Show.

WA NewsHuman cannonball to headline 2026 Perth Royal Show

The gravity-defying stunt will see the Floridian shot out of a cannon at 120km/h, reaching a height of 25m, before landing in a net some 60m away on the other side of the Main Arena. 

Jessica Evensen

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NewsPremium‘Set now’: Brothers win Lotto twice in 2yrs

Twin brothers have won Lotto twice within two years and plan to hit the road after they pay off their property.

Emma Kirk

A Perth man has become the first person to be jailed in Australia for stabbing another Aussie overseas.

CourtPremiumPremiumPerth man jailed after stabbing brother in Thailand

A Perth man has become the first person to be jailed in Australia for stabbing another Aussie overseas.

WA Federal Liberals have launched a final defence of the GST deal negotiated in 2018, accusing the Productivity Commission of misleading the public over its cost.

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PremiumNew deadline looms for WA’s GST billions as Libs attack

WA Federal Liberals have launched a final defence of the GST deal negotiated in 2018, accusing the Productivity Commission of misleading the public over its cost.

Sorrento Beach Surf Club on Tuesday following the fatal shark attack on Friday morning

WA NewsVideoSurf clubs unite for early patrols after fatal shark attack

In a powerful display of unity and reassurance after the death of father Greg O’Neill, Mullaloo Surf Life Saving Club will join Sorrento SLSC in launching volunteer beach patrols for the coming long weekend.

Pierre Bulimwengu leaves Perth Magistrates Court.

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Uber driver charged over assault on young female passenger

A rideshare driver has been charged with indecently assaulting his female passenger in the western suburbs.

Caleb Runciman