Peel/Rockingham

Shock revelationsViolence ‘every day’ at tradie attack school

Another teacher from Rockingham’s SMYL school has spoken out about ‘daily’ instances of violence — leading the college’s head to promise that ‘staff safety’ is at the heart of their operation.

Charlotte Elton

Fun runBeachside’s back

The Rotary Beachside Festival at Safety Bay is back after it was brought to a screeching halt last year due to COVID-19.

Councillor resignsBaldivis councillor calls time

Outspoken councillor Matt Whitfield is out of the country and will resign as of March 31.

Chloe Fraser

National awardLittle things Stand Out

Educator Juliet Davis has been awarded the National Stand Out Educator Award for Sustainability at G8 Education’s annual awards.

Chloe Fraser

Road-safety initiativeJuniors to get on track as State promises $350k

A junior bike road-safety track to help children safely navigate road conditions and experience road-related traffic situations could soon become a reality in Kwinana.

Out of gearCampaign trail fail: Mark McGowan stalls tractor

Despite pre-poll surveys suggesting Mark McGowan will cruise to victory at March’s State Election, his campaign has — a little embarrassingly — stalled for the first time. WATCH THE VISION HERE

House ThatZak Kirkup’s former Halls Head home sold for profit

Senior public servant Michelle Gadellaa has sold the Halls Head home she once shared with Liberal leader Zak Kirkup.

Kim Macdonald

Hook it upWA’s most broadband-thirsty postcodes revealed

Perth’s southern suburbs are leading the way in the need for internet speed, with residents in one metro postcode signing up for super-fast broadband plans at a rate higher than anywhere else in WA.

David Johns

Author talkSpotlight on the afterlife

Author Josh Langley will tonight share his afterlife investigations as part of Koorliny Arts Centre Kwinana’s Stories on Stage program.

Art displayArt exhibition shows bigger isn’t always better

Rockingham Regional Arts members will showcase their work at the Rockingham Art Centre with their “Great to be Small” exhibition starting on February 20.

Penguin nesting boxesNew nesting boxes for Rockingham’s little penguins

Palm Beach Rotary Club members will build nesting boxes for use on Penguin Island, in the hope of boosting numbers and protecting the dwindling species.

Holly Thompson

‘Heartkid’ heroLittle Teliah is an inspiration

The brave little girl had her first open heart surgery at just 10 days old.

Chloe Fraser

“concerning” delayPoint Peron wait

The future of Point Peron is in limbo, with the State Government remaining silent on its plans for the area.

Chloe Fraser

Crash emergencyPassenger seriously injured as ute slams into car

WA Police are investigating a serious crash south of Perth.

Ben Anderson

Ferocious blazeCancer patient suffers severe burns in home ‘inferno’

An 82-year-old man is in hospital with severe burns after his home in Cooloongup erupted into flames Sunday afternoon.

Band shinesPeel region calling The Waifs

Australian folk-rock band The Waifs play at MPAC on Tuesday, March 2.

Chloe Fraser

Mark’s mask verdictWest Aussies free to ditch masks from Sunday morning

Perth and Peel residents can ditch their masks from Sunday morning after Premier Mark McGowan confirmed an end to post-lockdown restrictions, but an emergency hard border with Victoria is back.

Josh Zimmerman

COVID cancer battleBaldivis man shares cancer recovery through COVID-19

A Baldivis man has shared his experience of going through cancer treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Holly Thompson

Election promiseLabor pledges $55m to new Mandurah Estuary bridge

Mark McGowan says Labor will build a second Mandurah Estuary Bridge if re-elected, with the party looking to split costs with the Federal Government in a project the Premier says will create 500 jobs.

Charlotte Elton

Food safety chargeRockingham restaurant fined $40,000

Cockroaches, food contamination and taped-over holes in the walls were just three reasons a Rockingham restaurant owner was fined.

Holly Thompson

Dog actBeloved pet dies from suspected amphetamines bait

A Baldivis family has been left heartbroken after their Labrador was killed, allegedly baited by amphetamines last week.

Chloe Fraser

Community spiritHow the SW helped fight monster blaze

South West and Peel volunteer firefighters stepped forward to help bushfire-ravaged communities in the Perth Hills, while farmers have also come to the aid of those who have lost everything.

Briana Fiore