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An aerial view of the Carnarvon Fascine.

Marina accessPremiumFast fix plea for Carnarvon’s fascine

Less than two years after a $7 million restoration, the Carnarvon Fascine entrance is once again closing up

Stuart Quinn

The release of a Grass Wren

Return to 1616PremiumReturn to 1616 helps species thrive on Dirk Hartog Island

October marks a historic anniversary for WA’s largest island — 409 years since the Dutch explorer Dirk Hartog landed on Wirruwana on October 25, 1616, becoming the first European to set foot on WA soil. 

Josephine Hingst

The State Government is guaranteeing Rex services to Mid West and Gascoyne towns.

Flights securedRex flights secured for Carnarvon and Monkey Mia

Carnarvon and Shark Bay residents have been given much-needed reassurance that that their regional air services will continue, after a State Government guarantee to maintain all existing Rex Airline routes.

Josephine Hingst

The 2025 Carnar-Fin event in Carnarvon,

Powerful partnershipsPremiumMid West and Gascoyne events power up with funding boost

Nine community events and initiatives in the Mid West and Gascoyne will share in a total of $50,000 thanks to the latest round of Horizon Power’s Community Partnerships Program.

Kate Campbell

WA's demersal fish stock levels are at crisis point along the west coast. Inset are Fisheris Minister Jackie Jarvis, Geraldton MLA Kirrilee Warr and WA Fishing Industry Council CEO Melissa Haslam.

Demersal fishery crisisForum meets to discuss critical demersal fish levels

WA’s demersal fisheries are in crisis, with new stock assessments showing key species such as pink snapper, dhufish and red emperor remain at critically low levels along much of the west coast. 

Josephine Hingst

(From left) Merome Beard (Carnarvon), Dakota Curtin (Perenjori), Sophie Hansen (Irwin) and Nicole Batten (Chapman Valley).

Election resultsOld faces, young blood and more women elected

Former State MP Merome Beard has returned to public life seven months after voters ousted her from State Parliament, after winning the popular vote in the Shire of Carnarvon election.

Stuart Quinn & Kate Campbell

An artist's impression of the Van Dongen Park project in Carnarvon.

Ripe for progressCarnarvon’s Big Banana takes shape as part of new hub

A new landmark for Carnarvon is taking shape, with fabrication starting on the Big Banana feature that will be a centrepiece for the multi-million-dollar Van Dongen Park project.

Kate Campbell

The opening of Exmouth's new recycle centre.

‘Dire need’ filledExmouth’s new recycle centre open and ready for business

Exmouth’s environmental credentials have been boosted, and its carbon footprint is set to be reduced thanks to the opening of the town’s new recycle centre.

Kate Campbell

The coast at Quobba Station.

Lucky to be alivePremiumFisherman swept off rocks rescued in the dark

Campers sounded the alarm after a fisherman got into trouble at a notoriously dangerous spot off the Gascoyne coast, with volunteers and emergency crews springing into action in the dark to save him.

Brandon Demura

Kate Baldock and Mackey Fricker with Tilly the horse and Cassie the mini pony.

Inclusivity supportedPremiumCouncils get cash boost for inclusive, all-ability events

The City of Greater Geraldton and Shire of Carnarvon are set to benefit from State Government grant funding to host inclusive events to celebrate the International Day of People with Disability.

Staff reporter

Shire of Dandaragan candidates (clockwise from top left) Graham Lethlean, Suzie Probert, Mal Scott, Rose Glasfurd, David Brown, Brooke Hearle, Courtney Frew, Susan Johnson, Stephanie Krakowiak abd Rick Krieg.

Council electionsThe 10 Dandaragan candidates vying for four seats

The battle for a seat at the Shire of Dandaragan council table is set to be a hotly contested one. Ten candidates have thrown their hats in the ring to fill four vacancies in the postal election.

Kate Campbell

Shire of Shark Bay candidates (clockwise from top left) Ed Fenny, Ben Bellottie, Janine Gunther, Bevan Buirchell, Mira Vankova and Angela Johns.

Council electionsShark Bay election: Meet the contenders

In the Shire of Shark Bay’s postal election, six contenders are contesting three vacant council seats. Meet those who have put their hands up to represent their community.

Kate Campbell

View of a mother’s hands holding her newborn boy's head.

Maternity limboPremiumJust two births out of 300-plus pregnancies in Carnarvon

In the three-and-a-half years since the closure of maternity services, just two births have taken place in Carnarvon — but the State Government maintains the shut down is temporary.

Stuart Quinn

Shire of Carnarvon candidates (clockwise from top left) Luke Skender, Dudley Maslen, Merome Beard, Marco Ferreirinha, Paul Shain, Kylie Coniglio and Saxon Boston.

Council electionsA who’s who in the race to represent Carnarvon

Carnarvon’s council has five spots up for grabs, with three vacancies in the Town ward, one in the Plantation ward and one in the Coral Bay ward. Here are the contenders.

Kate Campbell

Premier Roger Cook at at press conference at Learmonth Jetty in Exmouth today. Matthew Swinbourn, Environment Minister in background. Danella Bevis

state politicsCommentsPremier draws a line to protect Exmouth coast

Roger Cook has vowed a new, bigger marine park off WA’s pristine coast will not ban industry or fishing, but will protect the habitat for future generations.

Jessica Page

The artificial reef installation in Carnarvon.

Sea worldCommentsNew tourism drawcard to transform popular WA holiday town

‘I’m proud we’ve delivered this fantastic recreational and tourism asset that will boost the fishing experience ... drive visitation to the region and provide ongoing economic benefits.’

Josephine Hingst

Under the Full Moon at Mantarays Ningaloo Beach Resort.

Culinary classTastebuds delighted at sold out Gascoyne Food Fest events

Despite heavy rains across the region, the month-long Gascoyne Food Festival has once again proven itself a hit with foodies with events across the program at capacity. 

Stuart Quinn

WA Youth Awards 2025 finalist Rhea Dowden.

Inspiring workLocal finalists in running for 2025 WA Youth Awards

A passion for an endangered language and youth work in Carnarvon has seen two people from the Mid West and Gascoyne named finalists in the 2025 WA Youth Awards.

Kate Campbell

Season two of Shipwreck Hunters will premiere on Disney+ on August 27.

Shipwreck HuntersPremiumLocal sites part of season two mission for Shipwreck Hunters

Shipwrecks off the Mid West and Gascoyne coasts will feature in season two of Shipwreck Hunters Australia, which premieres on Disney+ later this month. 

Stuart Quinn

Head chef Toby Fisher with staff at the Bullara Long Table.

Gascoyne gastronomyGascoyne Food Festival serves up sell-outs and smash hits

The gastronomical delights of the Gascoyne keep getting dished up during the region’s month-long food festival celebrating mouth-watering local produce, culinary talent and breathtaking landscapes.

Kate Campbell

Const. Kelsey Frank, Sen. Const. Paul Walton and Det-Const. Nic Comito accept their bravery awards from WA Governor Chris Dawson.

Courage on the waterPremiumPolice officers awarded bravery medal for Carnarvon rescue

Three police officers have been honoured with a Coastal Bravery Award for rescuing an individual suffering a mental health episode in Carnarvon waters late last year.

Kate Campbell

An artificial reef teeming with fish.

Game-changerPremiumCarnarvon artificial reef soon to come to life

An artificial reef off the Carnarvon coast dubbed a “game-changer” will be ready to launch by the end of August, creating a new recreational fishing hotspot for locals and visitors in the Gascoyne.

Stuart Quinn

Investigations have begun into a fish kill involving an unknown number of fish at Carnarvon, between One Mile Jetty and Pelican Point.

Fishy mysteryCommentsGrim discovery on WA beach sparks investigation

Pet owners are being warned to keep their animals away from the area.

Josephine Hingst

Jurien Bay's captain and coach Rhys Waters awarded best on ground with 10 goals.

FootballPremiumBulldogs maul the Pirates in CMCFL

Jurien Bay toppled Lancelin Ledge Point during round 12 of the Central Midlands Coastal Football League in what was a one-sided affair. 

Luke Lawson