The Busselton community has expressed their dismay over the possibility of offshore wind projects vying for a spot along Geographe Bay.
Madelin Hayes
Busselton has flexed its muscles, being named Western Australia’s fittest city, according to new research that highlights the community’s strong focus on diet and exercise.
POOPS Busselton is calling for more vollies to keep more pets at home with the elderly.
Several South West delegates joined a trade mission to the Gulf region pursuing new opportunities in key markets.
Yousuf Shameel
Work on new headquarters for a volunteer bush-fire brigade in the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup is set to commence following the State Government’s delivery of a million-dollar election promise.
Rose Patane
The South West will host two performances by iconic musician Casey Donovan as part of her This Is Me tour
Year 12 students at Bunbury Catholic College left onlookers in awe as they dazzled the red carpet on Saturday evening.
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
Opposition Leader Basil Zempilas has brought his shadow cabinet to Bunbury for a two-day strategy meeting, pledging to “throw everything at” winning the key South West seat at the next state election.
The Margaret River wine industry is set to benefit from a new $9 million partnership that looks to address gaps in wine tourism, sustainability and export opportunities in WA.
Those affected by the demersal fishing ban will have the opportunity to air their grievances at an upcoming fishing forum in Busselton.
Manjimup Family Centre is developing a new aged care concept to provide greater flexibility to elderly residents.
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.
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.
The 24th iteration of the famous Kristofferson Cup was in full swing last weekend at the beautiful Manjimup Country Club.
The Manjimup Heritage Park was alive with the sounds of upbeat jazz on Saturday, for the annual ‘Jazz in the Jarrah’ concert.
One of WA’s most hotly contested developments of the past decade — a $280 million proposal to develop Smiths Beach south of Yallingup — has been recommended for approval by the environmental watchdog.
Kim Macdonald
The 2026 Kristofferson Cup once again proved to be a highlight on the regional golfing calendar, attracting a strong field of players for three days of spirited competition.
The mum of Austin Appelbee – the 13-year-old who captured global attention for his extraordinary bravery – has spoken of her overwhelming gratitude.
While country music lovers from across the State gather at the Boyup Brook Country Music Muster this weekend, the helping hands that set the festival up remain unseen.
The Governor of WA has met South West residents on his first regional tour of 2026, focusing on Collie and Bunbury.
State government has provided $3.7 million for BreastScreen WA to support its mobile screening service and stage 2 of the fit-out for its purpose-built Bunbury clinic.
South West residents living in bushfire-prone areas are given a warning by Water Corporation to not rely solely on scheme water if staying to defend their property during bushfire.
A brand new community space has been announced by Shire of Capel, designed for learning and connection.
