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  1. state titlePremiumManjimup to host 2026 State Junior Speedway Title

  2. discover the artsPremiumBlackwood River Arts Trail returns in April

  3. COMMUNITY HEARDPremiumBridgetown concern as paving incomplete at new Telstra pit

  4. FootballLSWFL: Five fixtures to watch for 2025 season

  5. GUARD OF HONOURPremiumLast goodbyes with guard of honour for Bill Wadsworth

Manjimup’s CharCol Springs battled some adverse weather during the week starting on January 20.

HeatwavePremiumManjimup’s CharCol Springs hens suffer during heatwave

A South West egg farmer was hit hard by a heatwave in January, when record heat had an adverse effect on production levels.

Melissa Pedelty

Lisa Morey, Dianne Smith, Denice Nock, and Kerry DeCampo at the end of the ninth hole.

golfManjimup Country Club hosts annual Kristoffersson Cup

Michael Ramsey and Tina Potts were named the winners of the Kristoffersson Cup golf tournament over the weekend at the Manjimup Country Club.

Melissa Pedelty & Colin Muir

Forestry celebrate the first of the Bridgetown batters to fall, Josh Power (4).

cricketPremiumForestry chase down Bridgetown to secure the win

Forestry send a message to the Warren Blackwood Cricket Association that they’re in the competition to win, chasing down Bridgetown to secure a victory on Saturday.

Melissa Pedelty

Production Sedan Shootout podium Shane Whild, Kane McDiarmid, Drew Ogle, and Barry Rose.

speedwayPremiumDrew Ogle crowned Production Sedan Shootout champion

Manjimup’s Drew Ogle was crowned Production Sedan Shootout champion on his home turf at the weekend.

Melissa Pedelty

Renowned photographer John Austin delivered his presentation to a strong audience.

Knowledge sharingPremiumManjimup environment group launches new info sessions

In a bid to share its expertise, an environment group based in Manjimup has launched a series of low-cost information sessions, with the first landing on World Wetlands Day in early February.

Melissa Pedelty

Northcliffe Karri Cup MTB Challenge is one of WA’s longest-running mountain bike events.

LONGEST MTB EVENTSPremiumNorthcliffe’s Karri Cup MTB Challenge

The 31st edition of Northcliffe’s Karri Cup MTB Challenge is quickly approaching, with the event continuing to cement its reputation as one of WA’s largest and longest running mountain bike events.  

Anjelica Smilovitis

Serenity Gully owners Susan and Franco Randazzo.

SERENITY ECO-TENTSPremiumPremiumPerth owners create serenity for guests in Kangaroo Gully

A husband and wife team from Perth offering luxury off-grid eco-tent stays in Kangaroo Gully has developed an experience for people to reconnect with nature while maintaining a light footprint.

Heidi Tempra, Nationals candidate for O'Connor. Scott Leary, the new MLA for Albany, welcomes Heidi Tempra, the Nationals Federal election candidate for O’Connor, at a celebration for Mr Leary’s election at Motel Le Grande on April 5. Claire Middleton

Federal Election 2025PremiumPremiumSix-way contest against Rick Wilson in O’Connor electorate

A six-way contest in the agricultural and mining electorate of O’Connor will pit two farmers against Liberal incumbent Rick Wilson as he chases a fourth term. 

Phil Madden from the DIAA and Suzanne Daubney.

Dear dairyPremiumPremiumNorthcliffe Bannister Downs Dairy at 2025 State Dairy Awards

Northcliffe’s Bannister Downs Dairy took away a collection of accolades at the 2025 State Dairy Awards.

David Cowan kicked five goals for Boyup Brook.

FootballPremiumLSWFL: Hawks down reigning premier Roos

Deanmill started the Lower South West Football League season on Saturday with a statement of intent, taking down reigning premiers Boyup Brook at Boyup Brook Oval.

Josh Kempton

Cold Hard Cash backed up earlier success in Bridgetown by winning the Bridgetown Cup.

Harness racingCold Hard Cash claims Bridgetown Cup

Cold Hard Cash staked his claim as the king of harness racing in Bridgetown by claiming victory in the 2597m Bridgetown Cup at Bridgetown Harness Racing Club on Sunday.

Josh Kempton

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A tight three-way contest in WA’s newest Federal electorate means candidates are trying to talk to as many voters as possible during the campaign to make a personal pitch.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Battle for Bullwinkel plays out on the doorsteps of voters

A tight three-way contest in WA’s newest Federal electorate means candidates are trying to talk to as many voters as possible during the campaign to make a personal pitch.

Katina Curtis

When Professor Jonathan Carapetis says Strep A is the “nastiest bug you’ve never heard of”, he’s not kidding.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Perth leading the world in vaccine for lethal infection

When Professor Jonathan Carapetis says Strep A is the ‘nastiest bug you’ve never heard of’, he’s not kidding.

Hannah Cross

An artist’s impression of the Cottesloe Beach redevelopment, for which the Liberal Party has committed $10m in funding.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Dutton pledges $10 million to fix Cottesloe Beach foreshore

Stalled plans for the redevelopment of Cottesloe Beach — one of most iconic locations in WA — have received a $10m boost as Liberal leader Peter Dutton ups the ante in the fight to win the seat of Curtin.

Joe Spagnolo

Tom Gross has drawn comparisons to a modern day star.

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The West Australian exclusive
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The West Australian exclusive
Gross or Greene? The young Eagle who has Giant attributes

As West Coast coaches prepare to find a way to curtail Greater Western Sydney captain Toby Greene, they’re set to unveil a new Eagle who could become their own version of the star forward.

Mitchell Woodcock

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Richard Tu.

Missing personTragic discovery in search for teen missing since March 31

A 17-year-old boy who was missing for more than a week has been found in tragic circumstances.

Hannah Cross

Up Late

WATCHVideoPremiumDonald and Xi are going at each other like bulls

In tonight’s show, as trade tensions between US and China intensify, Ben Harvey outlines one quiet way Australia can beat Donald Trump’s tariffs and identifies two likely scenarios for the world.

Ben Harvey | Tue, April 8

WAFL South Fremantle footballer Nick Campo was killed in a car accident in North Lake

Courts & JusticePremiumPremiumCampo fatal crash driver was on cocaine, ‘grossly’ speeding

The driver, who cannot be identified because he was 17 at the time, last month pleaded guilty to all six serious charges against him, including manslaughter.

In a statement posted to a GoFundMe page, the teen’s family remembered him as having a “heart that made everyone around him feel welcome”.

Disaster and emergencyCommentsCommentsTributes flow for ‘full of life’ teen fatal crash victim

He died when the off-road motorbike he was riding collided with another bike being ridden by a 15-year-old boy on White Hill Road in Bouvard.

Amelia "Milli" Lucas with her parents before her surgery. Facebook / Monica Smirk

WA NewsCommentsCommentsMilli’s mum dies after devastating cancer battle

The mother of beloved Perth teenager Amelia ‘Milli’ Lucas — who died of a rare brain cancer four years ago — has also lost her own devastating battle with the disease.

Regional News

St John of God Bunbury Hospital.

Regional healthPremiumEasier hospital admissions from Urgent Care Clinic Bunbury

St John of God Hospital Bunbury and Bunbury’s Urgent Care Clinic have co-operated to more easily transition patients to a hospital bed by easing pressure on the hospital’s emergency department. 

Sofia Fimognari

A man has been convicted of raping an underage victim four times over six years.

CourtPremiumMan jailed for almost five years for raping minor

A Geraldton man who raped the same underage victim on four occasions over six years will be eligible for parole later this year after receiving a four-year and 10-month sentence for the charges.

Matthew Paddick

The Ferrari 812 GTS F152M Spider will set you back nearly $1.1 million.

FerrariPremium$1.1 million Ferrari could be bought by Bunbury car lover

A Bunbury car enthusiast could become the owner of a near-new 2021 Ferrari 812 GTS F152M Spider - if they have $1.1 million to spare. 

Sofia Fimognari

A South West shire is pushing for more independent living accommodation.

Housing crisisPremiumPremiumShire takes swing for more independent living accommodation

A South West shire is pushing for more independent living accommodation.

John Butler called the development of an album a “massive window of therapy”, saying his album was now “10 times better” after working with a producer.

John ButlerPremiumPremiumJohn Butler excited for Busselton show and new single

Musician John Butler has expressed his excitement to return to the South West for Busselton’s upcoming SummerSalt festival on Saturday, along with the release of his new single Trippin On You.

Bee Industry Council WA vice-chair and Pemberton Honey owner Mikey Cernotta.

Bee pest blitzPremiumPremiumBeekeepers encouraged to blitz bee pests

WA beekeepers are being urged to continue to keep the State bee disease and pest-free this month during the Bee Pest Blitz.

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‘Crazy’: How Perth teen broke Aussie legend’s 57-year record
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‘Crazy’: How Perth teen broke Aussie legend’s 57-year record
Albanese and Dutton spar over looming Australian recession
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Albanese and Dutton spar over looming Australian recession
McAvaney lauds ‘unprecedented’ Gout, notes Freeman parallels
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McAvaney lauds ‘unprecedented’ Gout, notes Freeman parallels
Just another fantastic day for Albo living in the bubble
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Just another fantastic day for Albo living in the bubble
Measles warning for holidaymakers after outbreak in SW
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Measles warning for holidaymakers after outbreak in SW
REVEALED: Metronet suburbs to see best jump in house prices
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REVEALED: Metronet suburbs to see best jump in house prices
ASX nosedives again as US market losses top $10t
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ASX nosedives again as US market losses top $10t
Australian shares rebound after frenzied three-day sell off
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Australian shares rebound after frenzied three-day sell off
Eagles reportedly offer record deals for Reid
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Eagles reportedly offer record deals for Reid
Arnott’s Shapes reveals new flavour
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Arnott’s Shapes reveals new flavour

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Elon Musk has taken aim at Peter Navarro.

CNBC newsComments‘Moron’: Musk slaps Trump’s tariff czar as Tesla hits skids

The spat between Elon Musk and Donald Trump’s top trade adviser Peter Navarro is the most public rift among members of the president’s inner circle since he took office in January.

Lora Kolodny and Ari Levy

Economists expect the Trump administration’s tariff policy would generate a much lower amount of revenue than anticipated.

CNBC newsCommentsEconomists warn Trump tariffs may raise less than expected

President Donald Trump says that tariffs will make the US “rich.” But those riches will likely be far less than the White House expects, economists said.

Greg Iacurci

Donald Trump said countries including Britain had approached the US to try to cut deals on tariffs. (EPA PHOTO)

World PoliticsComments Trump’s tariff gamble rattles fragile economy

US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs aim to reshape trade but are instead sparking fears of inflation and economic slowdown.

Jeff Cox

Foreign visitors to Japan rose 33 per cent this past winter from pre-pandemic levels.

Snowball effectPremiumThe good (and) bad as tourists rule the slopes of Japan

Many are flocking to the powdery slopes of ski areas like Niseko and Hakuba. Yet ski towns that are off the radar of overseas visitors are struggling.

Monica Pitrelli

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Justin Bottrell

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Desperate search for boy missing from Perth home

The 12-year-old is believed to have left his Leederville home early this morning, possibly heading to Perth Airport.

Jake Dietsch

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NEWSPremium‘Sadistic’: Fury after dingo crushed by 4WD

Disturbing footage of people using a four-wheel-drive to run over a dead dingo has sparked outrage. Warning: Distressing content

Andrew Hedgman

Australia has recorded 39 cases so far this year, about 70 per cent of its 2024 cases, putting health services on high alert as health departments nationwide monitor the situation at home and further afield.

HEALTHCommentsCommentsMeasles warning for holidaymakers after outbreak in SW

Holidaymakers planning an Easter weekend away in the South West or overseas have been urged to make sure they are protected against a measles outbreak.

A police spokeswoman said members of the public helped catch the alleged arsonist. 

CRIMEPremiumPremiumWA man hit with dozen charges after four month ‘arson spree’

A 30-year-old man has been hit with a dozen arson charges in relation to several fires in the Spearwood area after members of the public provided ‘crucial’ information to police. 

A trio of West Australian’s have been caught up in a horror truck crash in South Australia, resulting in the death of an 83-year-old man. 

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PremiumElderly man dead as West Aussies involved in truck crash

Three West Australians have been caught up in a horror truck crash in South Australia that killed an 83-year-old man. 

Despite the high rates of PTSD, Murdoch University’s Dr Mathersul said many don’t have the tools to regulate their often-needed fight or flight response, even when the danger has gone. 

HealthCommentsPremiumCan yoga help minimise PTSD symptoms in emergency workers?

A Perth researcher is investigating if the key to helping veterans and emergency first responders suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder could be as simple as doing a downward dog.

Claire Sadler

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