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Expressions of interest have opened for the Shire of Harvey’s new advisory group designed to help identify the region’s housing needs. 

HOUSING ADVISORY GROUP PremiumMembers wanted for Harvey Shire’s housing advisory group

Expressions of interest have opened for the Shire of Harvey’s new advisory group designed to help identify housing needs.

Rose Patane

The Shire of Waroona has agreed to give police access to its CCTV network.

CCTV PremiumWaroona Shire support vGRID SaferCity project

The Waroona Shire council has backflipped on its previous decision to not take part in the WA Police Force vGRID SaferCity project.

Rose Patane

COVID-19 vaccines will now only be free to those in high-risk groups.

VACCINE PRICE RISE PremiumCOVID-19 vaccines will no longer be free for everybody

A South West general practitioner has said she is not worried about the new changes which will see people not in a high risk group forced to fork out more than $100 for the COIVD-19 vaccine

Rose Patane

Nelson Clegg from Bunbury worked in Antarctica at the Davis Research Station as a Bureau of Meteorology technical officer.

ANTARCTIC LIVING PremiumApplications for Antarctic experience opened

A resident from the South West has had nothing but good things to say about living in Antarctica, as applications open in Australia for a rare opportunity. 

Rose Patane

WA agricultural real estate agents have reported an interest in regional land suitable for data centres.

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Testing the watersPremium
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Data centres chase water in regional WA

Data centres are beginning to target land in the South West, where there is ample access to water supply, with more than $35 million worth of rural land under conditional contract.

Melissa Pedelty

Aspiring basketballers show off their skills with the Perth Lynx.

BasketballPremiumPerth Lynx develop skills for local players and coaches

The Perth Lynx descended on Bunbury this week, as young basketballers and local coaches received the chance to learn from players and staff competing at the highest level.

Jack Penniment

South West claimed their sixth Women's Country Championships title at last year’s carnival.

FootballPremiumSWFL: Women’s Country Championships squad announced

The South West Football League have announced their squad for the 2026 Nufarm Women’s Country Championships, coming in as the undefeated six-time winners.

Jack Penniment

Independent candidate for Forrest Dr Sue Chapman has spoken about personal attacks during the election campaign.

ELECTION INQUIRY PremiumSW federal election candidates share their 2025 experience

Candidates who fought for the South West seat of Forrest in the 2025 federal election have detailed two very different experiences as the Joint Standing Committee on Electoral Matter inquiry continues. 

Rose Patane

Margaret Eardley-Wilmot with her 170 scrapbooks filled with more than 70 years worth of history.

UNIQUE COLLECTION PremiumSouth West resident preserves more than 70 years of history

From wedding announcements, to anniversaries and school balls, a South West resident has spent decades preserving and piecing together years of family history from across the region. 

Rose Patane

Construction on the Australind administration centre expansion, which includes the council chambers, is set to begin in 2027.

COUNCIL PremiumHarvey shire looks to returning meetings to Australind

Council meetings are one step closer to returning to Australind after the Harvey shire council voted to investigate suitable options for a temporary venue. 

Rose Patane

Perth Glory celebrate the opening goal from Sebastian Despotovski.

SoccerPremiumPerth Glory dominate at Hay Park infront of strong crowd

Perth Glory have kicked off their preseason campaign with a strong 2-0 win over Adelaide United at Bunbury’s Hay Park on Sunday.

Jack Penniment

Vat 2 chef Braith Townsend is a top three finalist in the 50 Best Restaurants Scholarship 2026.

CHEF ON THE RISE PremiumSouth West chef named a top three finalist

A South West chef will represent Australia in November after being selected as one of three finalists as part of an international program designed to nurture the next generation of culinary talent. 

Rose Patane

Ali and Matilda Walton, 8, release a trout at last year’s Waroona’s Troutfest.

TROUTFEST PremiumTroutfest returns to Waroona for another year

Hundreds of trout are set to be released into the Drakesbrook Weir this weekend as a beloved event marks a decade milestone. 

Rose Patane

Jenny Tyler, Ryker Tyler, 5, and Parn Tyler at the 2026 Preston Beach Golf Club Spring Fete.

IN PICTURESPremiumPreston Beach community gathers for annual Spring Fete

Friends and family gathered in Preston Beach over the long weekend as the annual Spring Fete returned for another year. 

Rose Patane

Harvey library officer Kelly Philps with some of the activities the library will host during the school holidays.

School HolidaysPremiumHarvey’s school holiday activities keeping kids busy

Families looking to keep their kids busy through the school holidays will have plenty of options, with events and activities in full swing over the next two weeks.

Seth Carter

Weir Road, Waroona, leads to the popular tourist destination Drakesbrook Weir.

COUNCIL PremiumMain Roads WA to review speed on Weir Road, Waroona

The Shire of Waroona will submit a speed zone review application to Main Roads Western Australia for Weir Road, Waroona.

Rose Patane

Drakesbrook Croquet Club secretary Andrew Johnson and president Laurie Snell at club's new approved location at Centennial Park Reserve.

CROQUET PremiumDecision made on future home for Drakesbrook Croquet Club

A member of the Drakesbrook Croquet Club said he felt “absolute elation” after the Waroona shire council approved a permanent location for the club’s playing courts and facility. 

Rose Patane

HBL's Riley Preece runs away from defenders.

FootballPremiumHBL complete three-peat with dominant final quarter

Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault secured club history on Saturday with the colts side clinching their third straight premiership in the South West Football League.

Jack Penniment

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

BreastScreen WA Bunbury student mammographer Jeneen Tully, acting supervising medical imaging technologist Amber Bee, radiographer Melanie Ranger, and receptionist Jodie Hatherley at the new clinic with a mammography machine.

BREAST SCREENING CLINIC PremiumNew breast screening clinic opens in the State’s South West

A new fit-for-purpose breast screening clinic opened its doors on Monday, giving women across the South West access to upgraded screening and assessment services. 

Rose Patane

Bunbury Museum and Heritage Centre is teaming up with the Australind Family History Society for a new history project.

Family historyPremiumNew family history project launched in the South West

“What has your family always wondered, but never confirmed?” This is the question being asked as part of a new history project launching in the South West. 

Rose Patane

Waroona Veterinary Clinic’s Dr Ashleigh Holgate with Arthur the cat, George the pug with practice manager Frosina Duckin, Kellie De Rosa and Dr Melani Ortega-White.

SNAKE SAFETY PremiumWaroona vet reminds community snake season has begun

A South West veterinary clinic is urging the community to keep an eye on their furry friends as snake season begins. 

Rose Patane

Red division premiers Fever with life member Wilma Hunter and life member and coach Kylie Brandis.

END OF SEASON PremiumHarvey Netball Association wraps up 2026 season

The Harvey Netball Association wrapped up its 2026 season on September 14 with its grand final and presentation night. 

Rose Patane

The crowd favourite Lion Train at the Preston Beach golf club’s Spring Fete.

SPRING FETE PremiumPreston Beach’s annual Spring Fete return

There will be something for everyone at the Preston Beach Golf Club on Sunday as its annual Spring Fete returns for another day of family fun. 

Rose Patane