The Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA’s latest Regional Pulse report has revealed the outlook of South West businesses are among the bleakest in the State as challenging conditions.
Sean Van Der Wielen
The Pemberton Arts Group celebrated the opening of its 21st annual Spring Exhibition on Friday night, with the theme of renewal on show across a range of creative mediums.
Amber Lilley
Boyup Brook farmers are invited to a drought preparation workshop to learn about the latest research for healthier farms and farm businesses.
Anjelica Smilovitis
A fourth-generation female farmer from Manjimup has been recognised by the Royal Agricultural Society of Western Australia as the WA rural ambassador of the year.
Nearly a century ago, Pemberton locals bundled their shillings together eager to build a natural pool close to home.
A a new home specially designed for those living with disabilities has been built in Manjimup to give community members the option of staying in the town they love with support
Southern Forests and Valleys Heritage Festival coming to 2025 to celebrate the regions rich history.
To mitigate the ongoing closure of regional abattoirs, the business community is advocating for farmers to work together towards a “localised” long-term solution in the Warren-Blackwood region.
A West Australian author who specialises in raising the profile of bush tucker around Western Australia has backed the idea the South West could create a whole new cropping industry.
Kiera Jas is a an indie-solo artist from Margaret River, now living in Perth.
The family of missing Manjimup man William Wadsworth are still looking for answers, nearly two months after he was last seen.
Queensland-born singer-songwriter Rick Price will head to Gatsbys Skyline in Manjimup and The River in Margaret River this month as part of the Nashville resident’s homecoming.
Those who rely on the Bridgetown South NBN fixed wireless tower for their internet services are being warned there could be potential disruptions as part of works to improve internet speeds.
A ban on fishing for greenlip abalone between Busselton Jetty and Shoal Cape west of Esperance will continue this season amid a continuing need for stocks to recover in size.
A three-year trial at a Manjimup commercial avocado farm funded by DPIRD and Hort Innovation Australia has found strategic pruning can improve the consistency of fruit quality.
The Shire of Manjimup will continue with plans to seal a section of Old Vasse Road, despite division during community consultation.
Daniel Hocking
Basketballers in the Manjimup-Bridgetown area are gearing up for their new seasons set to start next week.
The Cherry Harmony Festival committee hopes to bring the traditional feel Manjimup visitors love about the annual event which will return from after a hiatus last year.
Cancer patients living in the South West are being urged to sign up for free exercise and mindfulness classes being offered by the Cancer Council between October and November.
Earth Blooms Bridgetown is focused on seasonal, sustainable and organically grown flowers with fragrance a priority for farm florist, Linda Maxfield.
A study found Australia’s native edible plants could make farming systems more sustainable and offer new economic opportunities for farmers and First Nations communities.
Frank Sultana returns to WA for the Blues at Bridgetown festival this year following shows in East Fremantle and Bunbury.
Students from across the South West will visit Nannup next month to learn about farming and agricultural careers — with South West FoodBowl organisers to invest in the next generation of food makers.
A Kangeroo Gully dog lover has created a new dog park to help other owners and their pets have fun off-lead in “safe” enclosed space.
