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Courts & JusticePremiumMan ‘suffering delusions’ when he stabbed relative

A man was suffering from delusions and a psychotic disorder when he stabbed a relative in the chest and silently stared at him while he collapsed to the ground, a Kalgoorlie court has been told.

Tegan Guthrie

The Kalgoorlie Courthouse.

Courts & justicePremiumTeacher stalked escort who refused her services

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder teacher said he was drunk when he stalked and acted “erratically” towards an escort who refused her services to him. 

Isabella Davis

Proposed scheme amendment for Ocean Drive in Bunbury’s Back Beach precinct is open for public comment.

SCHEME AMENDMENT PremiumScheme amendment for Bunbury’s Ocean Drive proposed

The community will have the chance to share their opinion as the City of Bunbury opens a proposed scheme amendment for public comment. 

Rose Patane

Bunbury SES volunteer Roslynne McConchie said she joined the SES 17 years ago to meet new people and give back to the community.

WOW DAY PremiumWOW Day to recognise volunteers across Australia

Orange will be the colour of choice on Wednesday as SES volunteers around Australia are recognised for their contributions and service to the community. 

Rose Patane

ATCO has delayed the decommissioning to early 2027.

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The West Australian exclusive
gas delay confirmedPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Gas switch-off delayed to allow ‘crucial breathing room’

Albany’s mains gas network will not be switched off until next year, the Advertiser can exclusively reveal, as ATCO agrees to delay the decommissioning until early 2027.

Melissa Sheil

The Department of Transport will be returning to the Seniors Activity Information Day in Bunbury on Friday.

HAVE A GO PremiumA Seniors Activity Information Day will be held in Bunbury

From health-based organisations to square dancing, the South West Sports Centre will be bustling with something for everyone on Friday for the annual Seniors Activity Information Day. 

Rose Patane

Brooke McIntosh completes her record-breaking 14,000km run across Australia last year.

Women’s leadershipPremiumKeynotes announced for annual Women’s Leadership Forum

A former military helicopter pilot, the fastest woman to run across Australia, and the founder of a cosmetics company will be keynote speakers at this year’s Women’s Leadership Forum.

Tegan Guthrie

Ora Banda Mining managing director Luke Creagh.

Expansion projectsPremiumOra Banda Mining to build new $375m gold processing plant

Ora Banda Mining has greenlit the construction of a new $375m processing plant at its Davyhurst gold project north-west of Kalgoorlie-Boulder and set itself the “aspirational” target of producing 300,000ozpa.

Neil Watkinson

Goldfields African Community committee members Peter Imohi, Brenda Wanjiku, Rose Mbeyela, Banat Mwenyanu, and Olivier Ndayitegeye.

Africa DayPremiumAfrica Day will celebrate rich culture

Africa’s vibrant culture will be on display in Kalgoorlie-Boulder this month as the community celebrates Africa Day.

Isabella Davis

Carlton’s Patrick Cripps celebrates with fans after his side’s win over the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium.

FootballPremiumMid West stars celebrate Sir Doug Nicholls on winners’ list

For the first time this season, every AFL-listed player in the Mid West had a win in round 10 as Sir Doug Nicholls round kicked off this weekend across the grounds.

Rebecca Ruthven

Matt Norman top-scored with 20 points.

BasketballPremiumBuccs slam Slammers to claim Pink Round victory

There was star power all around the court as the Geraldton Buccaneers added another huge win to their tally, trouncing South West Slammers by 35 points on Saturday night. 

Rebecca Ruthven

Rovers' Clay Azevedo fends off Brigades' Hayden Johnson.

FootballPremiumRovers down reigning premiers with gutsy five point win

Rovers have proven their contender credentials with a gritty five-point victory over reigning premiers Brigades at GSBC Sports Park on Saturday afternoon in the Community Bank Geraldton GNFL. 

Rebecca Ruthven

Chase, Lindee Casayas,13, Bianca Meese, Sarah Bam and Marshall at the Bianca Panetta Academy of Dance's Dance for Sick Kids on Friday.

DANCING FOR A CAUSE PremiumHarvey community dances for a good cause

Raising money for Ronald McDonald House brought dancers together in Harvey last week as the Bianca Panetta Academy of Dance once again took part in the annual Dance for Sick Kids challenge. 

Rose Patane

An aerial view of Uduc Road in Harvey.

Local Government Premium“City of Harvey” investigation to hit next council meeting

The debate over the Shire of Harvey’s future city status will hit council chambers next week, with ‘City McCityface’, ‘Slinkytown’ and ‘Bum’ all suggestions for the potential city’s new name. 

Craig Duncan

MWCCI CEO Joanne Fabling.

Economics Mid West Economic Forum to attract hundreds to the region

People from all over the state are expected to flock to Geraldton for the upcoming Mid West Economic Forum in June

Imogen Wilson

Catch limits of demersal fish have been slashed along most of Western Australia's coastline. (Aaron Bunch/AAP PHOTOS)

Demersal banPremium$50 rebate for rec fishers to buy from local tackle shops

Recreational boat fishers can now claim a $50 rebate back at their local tackle shop along the west coast. 

Sally Q Davies

Geraldton courthouse

Courts and crimePremiumMan denied bail over string of indecent acts charges

A 48-year-old man has been denied bail on 13 charges after being deemed a “significant risk to the community”. 

Imogen Wilson

Murray SES members David Price and Lisa Busuttil and Mooriel the cow are showing support for the SES.

WEAR ORANGE WEDNESDAY Murray SES member reminds community of WOW Day importance

As Wear Orange Wednesday approaches and Waroona’s favourite cow Mooriel shows support, a volunteer with the Murray SES unit says it recognises work and sacrifice of volunteers and their families

Rose Patane

South West Minister and Bunbury MLA Don Punch with Housing Minister John Carey, Bethanie Housing CEO Catherine Bentley and Housing Australia’s Neill Dunmore turning the soil at the new Bethanie community housing project in Dalyellup.

Social HousingPremiumGround shifting on a new South West social housing project 

Last Friday, WA Housing Minister John Carey joined Bunbury MLA Don Punch at the future site of 50 new social and affordable rentals for people aged 55 in Dalyellup.

Craig Duncan

Bunbury Women’s Club life member Naomi Roulston, club president Carol Murphy, Bunbury MLA Don Punch, Barbra Fyvie, life member Marianne Yip, and Marina Quain in front of the building’s newly revealed facade.

Heritage RestoredPremiumWomen’s Club’s historic hall receives new lease on life

The Bunbury Women’s Club’s historic hall has a new lease on life thanks to a $120,000 election commitment from the State Government, revitalising the facade of the almost 200-year-old building. 

Craig Duncan

St John of God Hospital services assistant Janine Anthony.

The Geraldton GuardianPremiumGeraldton woman marks 50 years at local private hospital

Geraldton woman Janine Anthony is celebrating five decades of service at St John of God Geraldton Hospital as a valued staff member

Imogen Wilson

South West Blues Club committee at the exhibition launch at the Bunbury Museum.

CELEBRATING THE BLUES PremiumSouth West Blues Club celebrates milestone with exhibition

It was a celebration of the blues on Thursday night as the community gathered to launch a new exhibition commemorating 20 years of the South West Blues Club. 

Rose Patane

Kalgoorlie Courthouse.

Courts & Justice PremiumPolice flag attempt to pervert justice charge

A 38-year-old man self-represented in court expecting an assault charge against him to be dropped but instead had a further serious charge foreshadowed by police.

Tegan Guthrie

The Shire of Dandaragan has been awarded $100,000 for the next stage of the Jurien Bay irrigation project.

Government fundingPremiumJurien Bay irrigation project secures funding for next stage

A new wave of funding has secured the Shire of Dandaragan’s water supply future, as it has been awarded $100,000 for the next stage of the Jurien Bay irrigation project. 

Sally Q Davies