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Sandra Carr MLC and WA Minister for Police Reece Whitby at Geraldton police station.

Crime ReportingMinister slams supermarket giant over lack of crime reports

Police Minister Reece Whitby has taken aim at supermarket giant Coles for failing to report thefts in Geraldton, saying it was failing small businesses in the area by not reporting incidents to police.

Matthew Paddick

One of the many homes in Shenton Street, Geraldton.

What I SeeWhen a neighbourhood walk becomes a history lesson

I love the simple things in life. And one of those simple things is going for a walk around the block with my dog, Joel.

Peter Fiorenza

Great Northern Football League players Sam Websdale and Tiarna Kanny with umpire Steve Pratt. Supplied.

FootballSteve Pratt to officiate his 300th GNFL game as umpire

GNFL umpire Steve Pratt will officiate his 300th GNFL league game this weekend when Brigades play host to Railways at GBSC Sports Park on Saturday.

Victor Tanti

Geraldton MLA Kirrilee Warr on her farm in Chapman Valley.

Country WeekGeraldton MLA welcomes country week funding

The State Government’s announcement of funding for regional students attending country week has been welcomed by Geraldton MLA Kirrilee Warr.

Matthew Paddick

Verle Williams drives for the Buccs.

BasketballBuccs look to reclaim home-court advantage against the Hawks

The Geraldton Buccaneers will be looking to bounce back with a win at home this weekend against the Perry Lakes Hawks after a disappointing loss at home last week at the hands of the East Perth Eagles.

Luke Lawson

Jordan Doull looks to take out 51st annual Spalding Park Open

Golf Doull sets his sights on top honours at Spalding Park Open

From this Friday to Sunday, the Spalding Park Golf Club will host the 51st annual Spalding Park Open, showcasing the best pros in Australia as they converge on the Mid West for the Pro Am Series.

Luke Lawson

Kirstyn and Lachlan Gardiner.

Community SupportFundraiser to send Gero man home from US raises $30k

An online fundraiser to send a Geraldton man home from the United States following an unexpected health scare has received overwhelming support, with nearly $30,000 raised in less than four days.

Matthew Paddick

Geraldton Courthouse.

COURTS & JUSTICEPremiumPerth dad accused of Geraldton foreshore rape granted bail

A father of two young children - one of two men accused of sexually assaulting a woman on a Geraldton beach last month - has been granted bail under strict conditions.

Josephine Hingst

Railways' Jesse Moore goes to ground

FootballBrigades prepare to tackle in-form Railways

After downing the reigning premiers in Chapman Valley last round, Railways turn their attention to Brigades this week as the two face off in the game of the round at GBSC Sports Park on Saturday.

Luke Lawson

Progress is being made on the Nangetty-Walkaway Bridge, with the project set for completion in September.

Bridge UpdateNangetty-Walkaway Bridge set for September completion

Progress is being made on the Nangetty-Walkaway Bridge, with the project set to be completed in September, according to the City of Greater Geraldton.

Matthew Paddick

Ron Siemiginowski and his son Felix in the Orana Cinemas foyer.

The final curtain Tributes to cinema owner’s legacy of movies and music

The life and legacy of Geraldton businessman and composer Ron Siemiginowski, the owner of the Orana Cinemas chain, is being celebrated after his sudden death at the age of 64 last month.

Josephine Hingst

Geraldton-born actress and singer Jade Baynes.

Booked and busyRising Geraldton star set for the stage in Book of Mormon

A multi-talented Geraldton-born singer and actress has scored an important role in one of the world’s most beloved musicals in Sydney.

Josephine Hingst

Geraldton Aquarena.

Artists wantedCalling all artists to make a splash at Geraldton Aquarena

The City of Geraldton is calling all artists to make a splash at one of the city’s most popular venues, by putting their own creative marine spin on a new design for the Aquarena’s entry.

Josephine Hingst

Michelle Parasiliti, Angie Simms, Colleen Etherton and Sergio Parasiliti

Morning Tea PremiumCoffee and cake for a cause

Friends and family of the late Chris Simms gathered at Skeetas restaurant on Mother’s Day to take part in Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, reconnect and honour her memory.

Stuart Quinn

Lilly Duperouzel and Luna the dog reunited. Inset: Tracking Dogs Geraldton's Chrissie Stephens with Speedy.

Tracking DogsPremiumIt’s a dog-save-dog world for volunteer trackers

Hope seemed slim when pet dog Luna went missing after being struck by a vehicle in Woorree on the morning of April 10. Then volunteer group Tracking Dogs Geraldton came to the rescue.

Stuart Quinn

Geraldton has topped the regional house price growth in WA again.

Housing BoomGeraldton tops WA regional median house price growth: REIWA

Geraldton property values continue to go from strength to strength, after fresh data revealed the city topped regional house price growth for the second consecutive quarter.

Matthew Paddick

A bushfire emergency warning is in place for the Mid West towns of Bonniefield and Bookara, 50km south of Geraldton.

BushfiresMid West bushfire downgraded to watch and act

The blaze is contained but remains uncontrolled.

Matthew Paddick

Jasper William Hartree, 23, pleaded guilty to being a passenger in a car during a shocking case of animal cruelty in which the two boys ran over at least eight calves at a rural property in Howatharra.

Courts & CrimePremiumAnimal cruelty offender eligible for parole

The co-offender involved in the animal cruelty of several calves north of Geraldton last year is already eligible for parole, after he was handed a six-month sentence for the incident.

Matthew Paddick

Rovers' Kyiesha Ronan kicks at goal

FootballRovers end drought with first win in two seasons

After two whole winless seasons, Rovers’ women finally broke the drought when the Demons kickstarted their campaign with a 65-point win over Northampton on Saturday at Greenough Oval. 

Luke Lawson

Oscar Stangle (4) on a farm south of Coorow where seeding has begun.

Where is the rain?Record-breaking hot, dry autumn should end by June: bureau

After a long and dry summer that saw the equal hottest temperature on record, the Mid West can expect to see rain by the end of May according to the Bureau of Meteorology.

Josephine Hingst

Steve Nanninga, Brady Watt and Casey Brown.

GolfSpalding Park Golf Course hosts 51st annual PRO AM Series

Spalding Park Golf Club will host their 51st annual Pro-AM series with the best pros from around Australia and the Mid West flocking to the course from Friday through to Sunday. 

Luke Lawson

The waters of Shark Bay.

Seagrass FestivalSeagrass Festival to raise funds for Shark Bay

A First Nations business based in Denham will host a one-night only concert to raise critical funds and much-needed awareness for ecologically sensitive areas.

Josephine Hingst

Labor’s candidate for Durack in this year’s Federal election Karen Wheatland.

OpinionWheatland on why she won despite not being elected

Labor candidate for Durack Karen Wheatland reflects in her own words on her Federal election campaign where she says although she wasn’t elected, she didn’t lose.

Karen Wheatland

Otis Sienkewitz, 11.

Rock and rollPremiumRevolve Skate Series a flipping hit at Wonthella

Geraldton’s Wonthella Skate Park came alive on Sunday with the sound of wheels on concrete, high-fives, and cheers as the Revolve Skate Series hit town for its latest leg. 

Derek Goforth

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