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Det-Sen. Sgt Bruce McDonald with almost 500g of methamphetamine seized near Geraldton.

Crime and courtsPremiumElectrician jailed for drug trafficking in Mid West

A 53-year-old electrician has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment after being found guilty of possessing more than half a kilogram of methamphetamine, worth an estimated $500,000.

Josephine Hingst

Protestors at a gun rally at Parliament House.

Review reportPremiumInquiry further splits opinion on WA’s firearms laws

WA’s new firearms laws have triggered sharp political divisions, even more so following the release of a parliamentary committee report reviewing the reforms. 

Stuart Quinn

YSRC NAIDOC Celebration drone show.

Drone ShowPlan ahead for your Saturday night parking

The City of Greater Geraldton has advised of public area restrictions and closures ahead of Saturday night’s drone show.

Stuart Quinn

Kirrilee Warr at Port Gregory.

Port Gregory JettyPremiumPlea for investment: Jetty ‘a picture of abandonment’

Geraldton MLA Kirrilee Warr described the Port Gregory jetty as “landlocked” and a “picture of abandonment” as she called for urgent investment in the community asset in State Parliament.

Stuart Quinn

WA goalkeeper Nate O'Brien.

HockeyPremiumGeraldton hockey young guns complete State duties

Two Geraldton hockey stars have returned back to the Mid West after representing the state at the Under 14’s National Championships in Queensland.

Luke Lawson

Some of the 7-Eleven Geraldton North team members are ready for next week's opening.

New servoPremiumGeraldton’s first 7-Eleven set to open next week

Fans of Krispy Kreme donuts and Slurpees take note —  Geraldton’s first 7-Eleven store in Geraldton will be opening its doors next week.

Staff reporter

From December 10, children under 16 will be banned from having social media accounts.

What I SeePremiumCatching up with tech, turns out I’m more behind than ever

As I get older my wonder at the advancements in technology grows.

Peter Fiorenza

Last year's D’Arcy Slater and Women in Tennis Foundation cups Mid West representatives.

TennisPremiumMid West kids gear up for Bunbury tennis tournament

The prestigious D’Arcy Slater and Women in Tennis Foundation cups tournament is back for another year as Mid West athletes begin preparations to venture down to Bunbury later this month. 

Luke Lawson

The WA Electoral Commission has revealed how many Greater Geraldton council election voting packages were replaced.

Council electionsPremiumOne day to go, you can still make your vote count

Almost 100 replacement voting packages have been issued to voters in Greater Geraldton who either misplaced, made an error or did not receive their initial mailout.

Stuart Quinn

The crowd at the 2024 Chapman Valley Country Music Festival.

Chapman Valley Country Music FestivalCountry tunes to fill Chapman Valley

The sounds of country music will fill Chapman Valley this weekend as the Chapman Valley Country Music Festival returns to the Nanson Showgrounds from October 17-18. 

Josephine Hingst

Geraldton Courthouse.

crime and courtsPremiumTrial date set for woman accused of assaulting officer

A Geraldton woman accused of assaulting a police officer during a violent brawl at the Geraldton foreshore almost three years ago will face trial in early 2026. 

Josephine Hingst

The 2023 Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival 2023

Big SkyBig Sky’s 20th festival promises to be one for the books

Geraldton’s Big Sky Readers and Writers Festival is turning 20 — and the milestone event only a week away promises one of its biggest programs yet

Josephine Hingst

City of Greater Geraldton director community and culture Fiona Norling, MWCLA customers Neil Criddle and Judith Mercer, city manager sport and leisure Mark Adams, MWCLA customer Melissa Kelly, Aquarena duty supervisor Kane Dunkley-Cooper and MWCLA programs and camps co-ordinator Jo Luxton.

Accessibility aimPremiumSlings donation makes a splash at Geraldton Aquarena

The Geraldton Aquarena has been made more accessible thanks to a donation from the Midwest Community Living Association of six slings

Staff reporter

Wanderers celebrate their three-peat.

Cricket PremiumHow the teams are squaring up for women’s cricket season

One round of the Young Motors Women’s Cricket League has been held and with 11 rounds to go, it is time to look at the teams

Victor Tanti

B52's 2024/25 A Grade champs

Water poloPremiumWater polo dives back into action for promising season

Geraldton water polo launches into its 2025-26 season this weekend, with excitement building for another summer of fierce competition

Derek Goforth

Jack Garland hits for Suiside.

SoftballPremiumSet to swing: Geraldton softball returns

The Geraldton Softball Association is set to hit another home run as the 2025-26 season launches this weekend, bringing together players, families, and fans for what promises to be one of the biggest years yet

Derek Goforth

The 13 candidates who have nominated for the City of Greater Geraldton election.

Council electionsPremiumFinal questions for Greater Geraldton’s 13 contenders

How are the 13 candidates vying for the four open seats on the Greater Geraldton council feeling with just one day to go? The Geraldton Guardian had some last minute questions for them.

Kate Campbell

The Smashing Machine is in cinemas on October 2.

ReviewPremiumStar surprises in sports movie that’s anything but feelgood

Benny Safdie’s The Smashing Machine isn’t your typical sports movie. 

Derek Goforth

Rangeway Primary School.

Maintenance messPremiumAudit reveals more than 250 defects in Mid West schools

Public schools in Geraldton and the Mid West have more than 250 defects, according to an internal audit, as calls mount for the State Government to fix crumbling classrooms and run-down facilities

Kate Campbell, Bethany Hiatt & Oliver Lane

Playgroup president Rhianna Deering with her 19-month-old son Hudson.

Left in limboPremiumMullewa families fear loss of ‘vital’ playgroup

A Mid West playgroup that has been a cornerstone of its town for more than 20 years is facing an uncertain future, after being told by the Department of Communities it may need to find a new home. 

Josephine Hingst

Con's Liquor owner/manager Michael Jeffree.

Liquor AwardsPremiumThree cheers for Con’s Liquor in Geraldton

Con’s Liquor in Geraldton is toast of the industry after sweeping the board at the 30th annual WA Liquor Industry Awards in Perth last Friday night.

Stuart Quinn

Fashions on the Field entrants.

Dressed to impressPremiumLadies strut their stuff at Geraldton Turf Club

Ladies Day — the first marquee event of Geraldton Turf Club’s 2025-26 racing season — was a smashing spring success on Sunday.

Staff reporter

Bundiyarra Aboriginal Community Aboriginal Corporation has been appointed service provider of the Geraldton Aboriginal short stay accommodation project.

Short Stay milestonePremiumBundiyarra appointed Geraldton short stay service provider

A major milestone has been reached for the $28.5 million Geraldton Aboriginal Short Stay Accommodation project, with Bundiyarra Aboriginal Community Aboriginal Corporation appointed as the service provider.

Josephine Hingst

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