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Under investigationPremiumSW lithium plant under investigation by WorkSafe

A South West lithium processing plant is being investigated by WorkSafe after complaints about an unsafe work environment.

Carly Laden

Reconciliation week PremiumSouth West Elder discusses Reconciliation Week

As communities across Australia prepare for National Reconciliation Week, Noongar Elder Lesley Ugle is hoping South West residents won’t be afraid to ask questions.

Kasper Johansen

tea for charity PremiumIn pictures: Brunswick’s Biggest Morning Tea

Brunswick residents got the kettle boiling for breast cancer at a community Biggest Morning Tea event, where guest speakers encouraged attendees to ‘live life to the fullest’. 

Kasper Johansen

King of the road PremiumYarloop Primary students walk safely to school

South West students have taken steps to walk to school safer for national Walk Safely to School Day and were joined by local police and shire representatives. 

Kasper Johansen

It’s showtime PremiumBrunswick show announced for another year

One of the State’s biggest one-day shows is back and set to not only celebrate all things agriculture but put rural emergency services in the spotlight. 

Kasper Johansen

Serious allegationsPremiumSW man accused of sexually abusing minor overseas

A Dardanup man has appeared in court facing multiple allegations of sexually abusing a child outside Australia as well as transmitting indecent communication to a child.

Carly Laden

SWFL 2022PremiumStormy weather brings premature end to Dunsborough match

Despite a strong cold front bringing a premature end to their match, the Harvey Bulls have managed a second win in a row after keeping the Dunsborough Sharks scoreless.

Carly Laden

SWFL 2022PremiumSouth Bunbury one-up reigning premiers

A third-quarter blitz has resulted in South Bunbury getting one up on reigning premiers Augusta-Margaret River by more than five goals.

Carly Laden

SWNFL 2022PremiumBusselton’s undefeated streak broken by HBL

The Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault Lions have exacted revenge on the Busselton Magpies, breaking their undefeated streak by 17 goals just weeks after Busselton broke HBL’s early winning streak.

Carly Laden

Wallam WatchPremiumWallam modest contributor in Firebirds’ losses

A look at how Harvey’s Donnell Wallam has fared in rounds 10 and 11 of Suncorp Super Netball.

Carly Laden

check the roster PremiumShire of Waroona to provide youth activities for whole year

A series of youth-focused events is heading to Waroona set to offer an ‘abundance’ of opportunities and activities throughout the year. 

Kasper Johansen

Have your sayPremiumSW council’s 10-year plan out for public comment

Residents within the Shire of Dardanup have been asked to have their say on plans for a new reporting mechanism designed to provide community members with a clearer understanding of priorities and objectives.

Carly Laden

green thumbed students PremiumHSHS students work with taskforce to help heal Harvey River

Taking the health of the Harvey River into their own hands, students from the town’s high school are helping a not-for-profit plant new homes for the ecosystem’s critters.

Kasper Johansen

double driving offences PremiumQuick trip to Harvey shops results in major licence loss

A short trip to the shops has left a Harvey man without his licence for more than a year and $1550 in fines after repeated driving offences. 

Kasper Johansen

Perfect conditionsCommentsTornado rips through WA village, triggering weather alert

Images have emerged of a tornado ripping through one small regional locality in Western Australia, demolishing trees in its path. 

Daniela Pizzirani

Aviation disasterPremiumWA pilot killed in ultralight plane crash near Manjimup

A 62-year-old man has died after the aircraft he was flying in the State’s South West crashed shortly after take off.

Jacinta Cantatore

slick rick PremiumRick Wilson retains O’Connor

O’Connor MP Rick Wilson has easily retained his safe Liberal seat, but paid tribute to his many colleagues who won’t be returning to parliament after a Labor landslide in WA.

Jakeb Waddell and Liam Croy

WANL 2022PremiumJets feel the effects of COVID-19 in 10-goal loss to Sharks

Cameo appearances from head coach Karly Guadagnin and 20s personnel were not enough to help a COVID-19 affected Souwest Jets Open squad hold off a dominant East Freo Sharks, going down by 10 goals.

Carly Laden

Federal ElectionPremiumTop two Forrest contenders have cast their votes

The top two contenders for Forrest have cast their ballots and are greeting voters at polling stations.

Jacinta Cantatore

Federal election Premium‘Mood for change’: Labor looks to oust Libs in Forrest

As Australians head to the polls Saturday, the two front-runners for the South West’s Forrest electorate have spoken about how they’re feeling ahead of today’s result.

Jacinta Cantatore

Piping freshPremiumMulti-million-dollar water pipeline complete

Clean and reliable drinking water is now on tap in Mullalyup and Kirup with the completion of a 17km-long pipeline connecting the towns to the area’s principal scheme water.

Jacinta Cantatore

reconcilliation weekPremiumBusselton hosts first Reconciliation Week walk

The City of Busselton will host its first Reconciliation Walk this month to celebrate the relationship with traditional owners and Aboriginal people in the region.

Taylar Amonini

Lest we forgetPremiumBusselton war memorial relocation plans funded

Plans to relocate and restore Busselton’s war memorial will soon begin rolling as the local RSL sub-branch celebrates a significant cash injection into the project.

Taylar Amonini

what’s onPremiumPerforming arts fest returns to SW

Busselton Performing Arts festival is back for another year of fun-filled acts ready to take over your favourite local venues in a joyous celebration of art and culture.

Breanna Redhead