Venues from Margaret River, Cowaramup and Metricup, have been revealed as finalists competing for the top accolade
Rose Patane
It’s that time of year again when residents are urged to start planning for the high-risk bushfire season.
Warren Hately
A few local surfing superstars have fared well at the annual Rip Curl Gromsearch in Victoria.
Warren-Blackwood MLA Bevan Eatts has urged caution on Synergy’s plan for a wind farm at Scott River, and has called for an even more thorough investigation of the proposal.
The average Augusta-Margaret River house is closing in on almost doubling its value since the pandemic.
Industrial action by rangers has thrown a light on the the region’s premier national park, with workers protesting over a slew of concerns.
The Gracetown community has expressed shock and disappointment at confirmation from a key State Government agency that a major development in their hamlet is still very much on the cards.
Shire of Augusta-Margaret River president Julia Jean-Rice has claimed the Six Point Plan developed by an alliance of local groups was a “success” despite little buy-in from the State Government so far.
A State Government-backed fund to help the private sector innovate has attracted just one project in the Capes region.
Community members are being called on to contribute to extending vital research into a critically endangered South West amphibian — the white bellied frog.
Craig Duncan
Members of the Margaret River Owl Friendly movement sounded the alarm last month after finding a dead kangaroo and joey, both showing signs of Pindone poisoning — an easily accessible rabbit poison
Volunteers are being sought to help with a crucial conservation project.
A key platform to help community groups and events is now open for funding applications.
A new policy responding to complaints from regional producers will go out for public consultation with concerns the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River’s focus on climate change was costing the sector.
Urgent consideration of the Margaret River CBD’s choked parking is needed beyond just more ways to guide motorists to vacant spots, a prominent town centre business operator has said.
Capes local government leaders have reiterated their concerns about the region’s telecommunications network when it comes to disaster and emergency response.
Firefighters across the region are privately alarmed at ongoing failures in the phone network they fear could contribute to a mass casualty event.
Augusta-Margaret River’s leading volunteer firefighter has stepped down from the top job after 12 years.
Planning Minister John Carey has stirred the ire of those for whom tiny homes are near and dear to their hearts.
Career actor and noted American film director Griffin Dunne is heading to the Margaret River region for a series of events as part of the Margaret River Readers and Writers Festival
Residents are again being urged to take an active step to help protect the region’s beaches this month
Ratepayers will have the chance to quiz this year’s 11 local council candidates at twin forums coming up this week.
Capes creatives have wrapped up a whirlwind two-day celebration of their industry
The region’s rich and storied past will take centre stage this spring as the South West Heritage Festival returns
Madelin Hayes
