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RugbyPremiumRugby sevens in Margaret River this weekend

A major State rugby event is coming to Margaret River this weekend as part of a pitch to make an interstate and possible international sporting fixture an annual local event.

Warren Hately

Budget adoptionPremiumBusselton budget adoption to remain in July

Busselton council has decided the benefits of bringing the adoption of its 2025/26 budget forward to June would not outweigh the risks or community concern despite a push from a councillor in July’s meeting.

Oliver Lane

5g activatedPremiumOptus connects 5G network across Busselton region

Residents across Busselton, Augusta and Margaret River are among the first in regional Australia to be connected to Optus’ 5G network. 

Amber Lilley

White Ribbon MarchPremiumBusselton White Ribbon march a stand against FDV

While attendance was good at this year’s Busselton White Ribbon Silent March, event organisers say they were disappointed to see young men still not attending in strong enough numbers.

Oliver Lane

Aboriginal HealthPremiumEye care outreach on the cards for SWAMS

A “game-changing” optometry service has been launched by the South West Aboriginal Medical Service, hoping to improve eye health among Aboriginal people.

Oliver Lane

Emergency trainingPremiumEmergency training session to temporarily close Bunker Bay

Bunbker Bay will be closed on Saturday as the region’s emergency services collaborate to undergo training on coastal rescues.

Oliver Lane

road safetyPremiumCapes councils to determine future of contentious speed cuts

It looks likely that councillors across the Capes region will have to consider hundreds of submissions on a proposed trial of widescale speed cuts.

Warren Hately

surfingPremiumCapes surfers in strong start at junior titles

The region’s hottest young surfers were in the thick of it this week as the action from the Australian Junior National Titles was expected to spill into the weekend.

Warren Hately

Future opportunityPremiumPerron’s Vasse landholding returns to market

Shares in a historic landholding which could add another 1000 homes between Busselton and Margaret River have returned to the market.

Warren Hately

School initiative PremiumBay Ok Day teaching students marine care

A school initiative educating students on looking after marine environments has celebrated another successful day of programs. 

Holly Prentice

Graffiti damageCommentsPremiumCaravan park faces huge bill after leavers graffiti sign

The owner of a caravan park popular with leavers during the week of celebrations is facing a $4000 bill to replace a sign which was completely covered in graffiti.

Oliver Lane

Art for auction PremiumSouth West Autism Network auctions off local creative’s art

A Busselton artist’s piece is taking pride of place at a foreshore venue to help it be auctioned off to the community to raise funds for the South West Autism Network

Oliver Lane

Land acquisitionPremiumCity buys land block earmarked for sport use

The City of Busselton has acquired a large parcel of mineral sands mining land to use for future use as sport and recreation sites.

Oliver Lane

Busselton JettyPremiumBusselton Jetty name three new board members

The organisation behind the Busselton Jetty has named its three new board members who will help keep the attraction operating for future generations to enjoy.

Oliver Lane

Junior surfingCapes surfers to represent WA at titles

Margaret River surfers will defend WA’s honour at this weekend’s Australian Junior National Titles in Wollongong. 

Warren Hately

WA Tourism Awards PremiumPullman Bunker Bay crowned jewel of WA luxury

A luxury South West resort has taken out multiple awards at the 2024 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards, including an induction into the hall of fame. 

Holly Prentice

WinPremiumWinery awarded for family-friendly dining

The Swings & Roundabouts winery has been awarded the best regional family dining venue at the 2024 Gold Plate Awards.

Sean Van Der Wielen

Possum protection PremiumPet owners urged to train dogs to protect possums

Dog trainers have urged dog owners to train their pets to avoid native wildlife such as possums ahead of warmer months. 

Holly Prentice

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Missing teen found in Dunsborough

A teenager who went missing during Dunsborough’s leavers week celebrations has been found.

Bethany Hiatt

‘YOU’RE NOT ALONE’PremiumSouth West mum shares harrowing perinatal depression journey

After four months in the “newborn bubble” with her first child, Tiora Wall’s world crumbled. 

Amber Lilley

Leavers 2024PremiumLeavers descend on South West for wet and wild leavers week

The South West has once again become the place to be for thousands of Year 12 students who have just finished their exams, with this year’s cohort having to brave some unpleasant weather.

Oliver Lane

Abalone seasonPremiumOfficials urge for safety as abalone season about to begin

Abalone season is set to begin next along the South West coastline as officials remind fishers to stay safe while searching for the lucrative species.

Oliver Lane

Illegal fishingPremiumMan fined thousands for illegal abalone fishing in SW

A Southern River man has been slapped with a four-figure fine for illegally fishing abalone and providing false information to DPIRD officers at a South West beach.

Oliver Lane

Tourism awardPremiumPopular South West tourism spot bags two gold awards

The team behind one of the South West’s leading tourist attractions have been rewarded for their efforts, winning multiple gongs at the West Australian Tourism Awards.

Oliver Lane