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Amy at Mount Morgan.

Western Australia Weirdest moments on a regional comedy tour

Stephen Scourfield lets a comedian have the last laugh

Stephen Scourfield

The stunning Pacific Palms Coast in NSW.

SurfPremiumBoomerang Beach worth coming back to

Christien de Garis is back in his element and discovers there’s no place like a surfer’s playground

Christien de Garis

On the road in Australia's Coral Coast

THE POD WELL TRAVELLEDRoad trip essentials

This week on our dedicated travel podcast, Megan French and Penny Thomas share their experiences and packing strategies for road trips

Penny Thomas

La Piccola for smallgood supplies in Griffith.

new south walesPremiumStepping through Griffith into the rest of Australia

Christien de Garis discovers there’s much to experience during a day in Griffith

Christien de Garis

The wildflowers blooming in WA’s Coral Coast.

out & aboutPremiumWildflowers in Australia’s Coral Coast

Penny Thomas goes on a road trip to discover Australia’s Coral Coast wildflower hotspots

Penny Thomas

The Road Trauma Trust Account, set up in 2012 to fund road safety projects such as road upgrades and police enforcement, collected a record $123 million from drivers in 2022-2023, and also had a record $95 million sitting in its coffers at the end of the financial year.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
State politicsCommentsPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Drivers to be slugged with an extra $40m in speeding fines

West Australian drivers will be slugged an extra $40 million in speeding fines over the next four years, in a forecast set to deliver a revenue bonanza to the State Government.

Dylan Caporn and Jake Dietsch

Drivers are being urged not to swerve to avoid collisions when they encounter animals on the road.

WA RoadsCommentsPremiumDrivers given urgent warning for WA peak collision season

Drivers are being reminded not to swerve to avoid collisions when they encounter animals on the road as WA heads into the riskiest period for animal collisions. 

Anneke de Boer

Katanning-based trucker Glenn Kendall will lead the national road safety campaign for WA.

Outback TruckerPremiumNational road safety campaign to be led by Katanning trucker

The former Outback Truckers television program favourite said “the message is simple, we need space to keep you safe.”

Harry Grigson

Pink Mulla Mulla north of Karratha.

flower powerPremiumJourney of discovery, not a race

GEOFFREY THOMAS takes in boundless sights and experiences on an epic drive to Broome

Geoffrey Thomas

Alarming statisticCommentsStartling jump in crashes involving caravans

Holidaymakers are being warned to take extra care on the roads with disturbing data revealing a 50 per cent rise in caravan collisions this year — with September being a notoriously bad month.

Breanna Redhead

Great Central Road, east of Laverton.

australiaPremiumEpic adventure into State’s outback heart

The Great Central Road is now more accessible to travellers, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

Great Central Road

Western AustraliaVideoThe Outback Way gets seal of approval

Sealing the Great Central Road is one of the biggest projects that Australia is undertaking, writes STEPHEN SCOURFIELD

Stephen Scourfield

Gravel section of Great Central Road.

the pod well travelledGreat Central Road, Darwin Festival & Jurien Bay

The Travel Club team hits the road and finds much to marvel at

Will Yeoman

The Corrigin Dog Cemetery.

corrigin dog cemeteryIn memory of man's best friend

A Corrigin Dog Cemetery visit leaves WILL YEOMAN with a feeling of utmost serenity

Will Yeoman

Enjoying tranquil North Pool, 10km off the Canning Stock Route, just north of Wiluna.

WILUNAPremiumDesert town’s warm welcome

Town amidst ancient lands is a place of discovery during STEPHEN SCOURFIELD’s outback road trip

Stephen Scourfield

Fitzgerald River National Park.

fitzgerald coastPremiumSpectacle and solitude on the Fitzgerald Coast

WILL YEOMAN spends a very agreeable day playing the tourist at Mason Bay and Starvation Bay

Will Yeoman

Lyon in France.

gps jittersDashing from Chamonix to Lyon

GEOFFREY THOMAS continues his occasional series on his misadventures covering aviation and travel.

Geoffrey Thomas

Koobabbie Precinct’s entrance on Main Street, Coorow.

koobabbie precinctVideoPremiumCoorow museum a rare glimpse into rural past

WILL YEOMAN discovers a fascinating slice of farming history at Koobabbie Precinct

Will Yeoman

92 year old George Fowler outside the Macphearson Homestead in Carnamah which he has restored.

Australia’s Coral CoastPremiumCarnamah gems

MOGENS JOHANSEN takes the inland route and meets friendly locals in Carnamah

Mogens Johansen

Near the summit of Talyuberlup Peak.

STIRLING RANGE NATIONAL PARKPremiumFeelin’ top of the world

MOGENS JOHANSEN is at the peak of his powers as he navigates mountainous terrain on the stunning south coast

Mogens Johansen

Fascine, Carnarvon.

coral coast highwayPremiumAdventures to relish

STEPHEN SCOURFIELD hits the Coral Coast Highway again

Stephen Scourfield

The Granites, near Mt Magnet.

Gascoyne Murchison GuideRe-tracing history in inland WA

STEPHEN SCOURFIELD finds plenty of room to play in the Gascoyne Murchison region

Stephen Scourfield

The sign at Brookton Railway Station.

the pod well travelledNew Lumix camera, Wheatbelt Gothic & a mystery flight

The West’s Travel team returns to the studio to talk cameras & the WA Wheatbelt

Will Yeoman

Swimming with whale sharks.

the pod well travelledAustralia’s Coral Coast 4: Encounters

STEPHEN SCOURFIELD and STEVE RICHTER tune in to coastal vibes

Will Yeoman

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