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Recfishwest's Matt Gillet is set to chair the new committee to reintroduce demersal fishing.

DEMERSAL FISHINGPremiumCommittee established to reintroduce demersal fishing.

The State Government have established an advisory committee to reintroduce recreational demersal fishing from Spring 2027, led by Donnybrook’s Matt Gillet. 

Will Corbett

The Collie Eagles and Warren-Blackwood Bombers have combined to form a team in the SWFL women’s competition.

SWFLPremiumAll 11 clubs now with representation in the women’s league

The SWFL is ready to celebrate its 10th year of the women’s competition with all 11 clubs represented

Jack Penniment

Holly Bamess playing for the Titans in Manjimup.

BASKETBALLPremiumSlam Drunks edging past the Titans in Manjimup Basketball

Round 15 proved to be a big week in the Manjimup Amateur Basketball Association Women’s A-League, with the Slam Drunks edging past the Titans in Wednesday’s clash. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

James Millar was instramental for the Raiders in Manjimup.

BASKETBALLPremiumRaiders defeat Hawks with dominant second half display

The Raiders delivered a commanding performance to run away 69–47 winners over Hawks in their Round 15 clash at Manjimup Indoor Sports Pavilion last Wednesday night.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Jack Muir evades a bouncer for Manjimup.

CricketPremiumWBCA: Semi-final set with the winner advancing to big dance

The final round of the Warren Blackwood Cricket Association started with all top three teams being able to finish in any order, with finals style repercussions for performances. 

Jack Penniment

Bella&Bryns Produce Stall, 93 Cosy Creek Road, Palgarup.

Farm to ForkPremiumSouthern Forests initiative putting farm produce on the map

Often a hidden gem of the Southern Forests, roadside fruit and vegetable stalls are stepping into the spotlight as a new mapping initiative connects locals and visitors with fresh produce.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Protesters hit Casuarina Boat Harbour on Monday evening to protest the demersal fishing ban.

FISHINGPremiumSouthern Forests MP rallies behind WA Fishers amid protests

Thousands took to Bunbury on Monday to protest the State Government’s controversial demersal fishing ban including Warren-Blackwood MP Bevan Eatts.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Senior citizen of the year Lee Shuard and Quinninup Community Association president John Murdoch.

Community AwardsPremiumThe Shire of Manjimup celebrates its citizens of the year

Two standout citizens and a local group were granted awards at a special ceremony held at the Walpole Community Hall on February 7. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Wayne Bingham secured the highest overall points for the Maria Beaver Memorial meeting in Manjimup.

SPEEDWAYPremiumManjimup Speedway honours club legend with Memorial meet

The Manjimup Speedway Club paid tribute to one of its most cherished members on Saturday night, with the annual Maria Beaver Memorial race meeting. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Nigel Reeve, Barry Woolams, Tracy Ladhams, Kim Reeve, Jackie Carr, Ron Quaife, Wayne Herdigan, Jill Woollams and Franzine Karamfiles.

CHARITYPremiumCommunity cabaret raises $12,800 for charity in Manjimup

A much-loved local charity troupe has taken its final bow on the Manjimup stage after more than a decade of performances raising $12,800 to help fund a specialised comfort bed for a palliative care ward.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Bridgetown town hall and shire building.

COUNCILPremiumSouth West council on thin ice as two sworn in

The Western Australian Electoral Commission has confirmed the Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes will go to an extraordinary election if another councillor pulls the pin. 

Will Corbett

A 17-year-old girl has been taken to hospital after losing control and rolling her vehicle on the South Western Highway outside of Balingup. 

BREAKINGPremiumCar rollover on South Western Highway near Balingup

A 17 year old girl has been taken to hospital after losing control and rolling her vehicle on the South Western Highway outside of Balingup.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

St Brigid's Catholic Primary School principal Clare Bennett.

EDUCATIONPremiumSt Bridgid’s welcomes new principal to Bridgetown.

The Bridgetown community is welcoming a new face in local education, with the addition of principal Clare Bennet to the St Bridgid’s Catholic Primary School staff. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

The Gloucester Tree is a 58m climb in the Gloucester National Park, Pemberton.

Tourism AwardsPremiumNominations to crown WA’s Top Tourist Town closing this week

Time is running out for communities across the Southern Forests, with nominations for Western Australia’s coveted Top Tourism Town Awards closing this Thursday. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Holly Lamey and Paula Benson standing in front of the Earthscapes exhibition.

ARTPremiumManjimup Art Gallery unveiled a new exhibition on Valentines

Manjimup Art Gallery unveiled its latest exhibition on Valentines Day, encouraging attendees to fall in love with the breathtaking natural elements of the local region.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Tristan Moore of Smithbrook Vineyard.

Wine PremiumGreat harvest predicted for Southern Forests wine region

The Southern Forests Wine Industry is reporting strong early indicators for the 2026 vintage, with harvest just weeks away.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Newly elected Liberal leader Angus Taylor.

POLITICSPremiumGender not a factor, says Small

Forrest MP Ben Small has assured South West voters of better things to come as he welcomes Angus Taylor as the new leader of the Federal Opposition. 

Will Corbett

Skills and TAFE Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson speaking to the media in Collie.

TAFEPremiumSix CRCs in Warren-Blackwood get share of $1.75m funding

Six Community Resource Centres in the Warren Blackwood region set to secure a $50,000 grant as part of Governments 1.75 million dollar funding boost

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Manjimup's Ben Lagana swings.

CricketPremiumCountry cricketers in battle of the ages in annual Natt Cup

One of country cricket’s favourite traditions is on this weekend.

Jack Penniment

Cherylyn Joyce, Ruth Phillips and Gaye Riebau at the Manjimup Family Centre.

Aged carePremiumNew aged care concept introduced for Manjimup’s elderly.

Manjimup Family Centre is developing a new aged care concept to provide greater flexibility to elderly residents. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

East Manjimup PS principal Michael Smith with Jenny Ladhams and Trevor Kelly.

SCHOOL LIFEPremiumManjimup Primary School farewells long-serving staff members

East Manjimup Primary School farewelled two long-serving staff members on Friday, whose combined decades of dedication have left a lasting mark on the school community. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

The town of Walpole has been waiting since 2022 for the hydro-power system to become operational.

WALPOLEPremiumWalpole locals ‘left in the dark’ after series of outages

Walpole residents say they have been “left in the dark for too long”, after a series of power outages reignited questions around the town’s planned hydro-power grid. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Barry Muir, Bevan Humphries, Don Ipson and Barry Green at the Manjimup Country Club.

GOLFPremium24th Iteration of the Famous Kristofferson Cup in Manjimup

The 25th iteration of the famous Kristofferson Cup was in full swing last weekend at the beautiful Manjimup Country Club. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Anthony Wrightson and daughter Winnie Wrightson, 3, dance at the Jazz in the Jarrah concert in Manjimup.

JAZZ in the JARRAHPremiumIn pictures: Jazz in the Jarrah returns to Manjimup for 2026

The Manjimup Heritage Park was alive with the sounds of upbeat jazz on Saturday, for the annual ‘Jazz in the Jarrah’ concert.

Serian Lockwood-Jones