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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

Smiths Beach DevelopmentBeach ramp plans draw ire of community group

The long battle between developers and a vocal community organisation has taken another turn, with those against the project fearing a 2800sqm beach ramp amendment to plans would “ruin” beach usage.

Oliver Lane

cat-patiosGeoCatch pleased with catio uptake on six-month mark

Six months on from launching the catio rebate program, GeoCatch officers say they are pleased at the early results but still want to see more get involved.

Oliver Lane

FundraiserPremiumDunsborough resident to tackle half-marathon for charity

A Dunsborough resident will tackle what is described as the world’s toughest half-marathon in Tasmania next week to raise funds for brain cancer research and care.

Sean Van Der Wielen

AnniversaryPremiumRestaurant celebrates year of serving Middle Eastern food

Busselton Central’s Inara restaurant is celebrating its first year showcasing Levantine cuisine to diners in the South West.

Sean Van Der Wielen

Turf lovePremiumKasey outstanding in her field

A Busselton TAFE student who is one of only a handful of women in her industry has been nominated for a major award. 

Holly Prentice

Global recognition PremiumBusselton agency thebox best in southern hemisphere

Busselton-based creative agency thebox has been recognised globally as the only winner of the 2024 top agency awards in the Southern Hemisphere. 

Holly Prentice

Open water swimming PremiumCool Water Classic set for Geographe Bay on Saturday

The Yahava KoffeeWorks Cool Water Classic will be back in action on Saturday, with about 400 swimmers due to take to the Geographe Bay coastline.

Josh Kempton

City Development PremiumCity of Busselton council plan 2024-2034 endorsed

New sporting and recreational facilities, a focus on housing development and an upgrade to the airport are some of the key priorities highlighted in the City of Busselton’s new 10 year plan. 

Holly Prentice

gettin’ darkDark Down South ready for family-friendly metal extravaganza

Music lovers of the heavier variety now have a major regional festival to look forward to later this month.

Warren Hately

PropertyPremiumPerron Group to sell half of massive South West estate

The Perron Group is set to sell half of the master-planned Vasse Estate in Busselton as it realigns the business to focus on philanthropy and its core assets.

Kim Macdonald

Jetty Fashion SpectacularPremiumFashion meets sustainability on Busselton Jetty runway

The Busselton community is currently playing host to a one-of-a-kind eco-fashion with the jetty turned into a catwalk promoting the cause. 

Claudette Rizzi

EXCLUSIVE PremiumNew community housing development one step closer

The builder and operator for a new 30-dwelling community housing development in Busselton has been appointed by the State Government. 

Amber Lilley

safer speeds?PremiumCommissioner notes ‘deadly cocktail’ in SW speed trial

WA’s Road Safety Commissioner has held back from endorsing the RAC’s proposed speed limit cuts to hundreds of South West roadways.

Warren Hately

slaughtering solutionPremiumGreens call for custom kill solutions

The WA Greens are weighing into the fallout from the end of bespoke slaughtering services that have left South West gourmet meat providers in limbo.

Warren Hately

Housing crisisPremiumState Govt reveals how many SW rentals created under scheme

Out of the more than 330 rentals created through the short-term rental accommodation incentive scheme fewer than 50 were created in the South West

Oliver Lane

School muralPremiumGeographe Primary School unveils striking wildlife mural

An eye-catching mural has been unveiled at Geographe Primary School, showing off the region’s biodiversity and representing students’ journeys growing up.

Oliver Lane

Coastal erosionPremiumBusselton council to spend seven-figures to combat erosion

The City of Busselton will undertake more than $3 million worth of projects aimed at combating coastal erosion in the coming months.

Oliver Lane

boodja & djangaNew Martine Perret exhibition opens

A stunning showcase from one of the State’s most acclaimed photographers opens in Margaret River this weekend as part of an international festival.

Warren Hately