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  1. Local governmentPremiumPostal voting gets under way for Northampton, Cue polls

  2. FootballPremiumRovers, Railways to wrestle for final grand final spot

  3. FootballPremiumTowns and Brigades prepare to battle for grand final ticket

  4. Bushfire seasonPremiumPrepare now for bushfire season in Geraldton

  5. CouncilPremiumCouncil forced to bat away culture concerns amid complaints

2025 Chapman Valley Show - Ty, 6 and Charlene Coomes of Geraldton enjoying the show

Agricultural showPremiumChapman Valley to host ag show for 76th time

Chapman Valley is once again preparing to stage a grand old event, showcasing the best of country and farming life in its 76th agricultural show this Saturday.

Sienna Seychell

Cervantes won the 2026 Central Midlands Coastal premiership

FootballPremiumCervantes clinch CMCFL flag in stunning final quarter

A heroic finish from a veteran Tiger Shark powered Cervantes to premiership glory in the Central Midlands Coastal Football league, defeating Dandaragan by 19 points in Saturday afternoon’s grand final. 

Rebecca Ruthven

Health Minister Meredith Hammat.

HealthPremiumExpanded pharmacy pilot program to land in regional WA

Pharmacies in the remote and rural areas in Western Australia are about to join in expanded training opportunities, with 100 subsidised training places to become available.

Sienna Seychell

Buccs Player Devondrick Walker with daughter Nya, 6.

Father’s DayPremiumFatherhood is a slam dunk for Devondrick

To legions of Geraldton fans, Devondrick Walker is best known for his prowess on the basketball court, but for six-year-old Nya Walker he is much more than that — he is “her best friend.”

Sienna Seychell

Mullewa gift podium finishers - Scott Andrews, Alejandro Larranaga-Boyle and Imogen Herrington with Melissa Price MP

AthleticsPremiumLarranaga-Boyle takes out highly coveted Mullewa Gift

Alejandro Larranaga-Boyle has taken out the 2026 Mullewa Gift, powering to the line with a joyous smile and arms extended as onlookers soaked up this year’s on-track action at the Mullewa Ag show. 

Victor Tanti

Kianah Sharpe from Geraldton Roller Derby, GSAC executive officer Adrain Bartlett, Maresa Palipuaminni, Dylan Thorne, Islah Thorne, Lilliannah Thorne, Kelsie Growe from the WA Centre for Rural Health and mayor Jerry Clune at the Spalding Park Clubrooms and Sports Courts.

CouncilPremium‘Golden opportunity’ for new manager of Spalding precinct

The preferred applicant to manage the revamped Spalding Park Clubrooms and Sports Courts says it is a “golden opportunity to develop an iconic local sporting venue”.

Kate Campbell

The Shire of Northampton is considering installing an additional pole for an Aboriginal flag outside council chambers.

Local governmentPremiumPremiumPostal voting gets under way for Northampton, Cue polls

Postal voting is now open for two extraordinary elections to fill the remaining vacancies on two Mid West councils.

Buccs Player Devondrick Walker with daughter Nya, 6.

Father’s DayPremiumPremiumFatherhood is a slam dunk for Devondrick

To legions of Geraldton fans, Devondrick Walker is best known for his prowess on the basketball court, but for six-year-old Nya Walker he is much more than that — he is “her best friend.”

Complaints have been lodged about the behaviour of some City of Greater Geraldton council members.

CouncilPremiumPremiumCouncil forced to bat away culture concerns amid complaints

The City of Greater Geraldton’s deputy mayor has admitted the culture in the council “is not what it needs to be” amid a series of internal complaints about behavioural matters.

Make plans for a great Father’s Day.

Father’s DayPremiumLast-minute Father’s Day plans in Geraldton

Father’s Day is right around the corner, with Geraldton businesses doing the heavy lifting to make your Father’s Day outing a memorable one.

Sienna Seychell

One Nation WA leader Rod Caddies and Secret Harbour by-election winner Luke Herdegen last weekend.

State politicsPremiumOne Nation will ‘definitely’ put forward Geraldton candidate

The State election might be three years away but a by-election in Perth has voters wondering if they can expect to see the orange wave of One Nation sweeping Geraldton. 

Sally Q Davies

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High-profile AFL agent Matt Bain (top left with Patrick Cripps) reached out to Mr Brown about an investment opportunity.

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AFL star Patrick Cripps’ link to high-profile fraud case

A high-profile AFL agent with several star players on his books — including WA-born Patrick Cripps — has become entangled in a legal stoush involving a ‘hopeless gambler’ who allegedly scammed a Perth couple.

Hannah Cross

Christopher Michael Brown is standing trial at WA’s District Court.

Courts & JusticeVideoPremiumBusinessman allegedly gambled away friend’s $225k in hours

An ‘affable’ Perth businessman who allegedly scammed a Perth couple out of half a million dollars under the guise of a short-term investment was actually a ‘hopeless gambler’ who squandered nearly every cent.

Hannah Cross

NXT (Tec, that is, not Builds) had been linked to a world-class luxury resort nestled within Western Australia’s spectacular countryside, Chittering Manor.

Herd on the TerracePremiumModular company collapses leaving homes unfinished

There’s a modular mess awaiting liquidators after Perth construction hopeful NXT Builds hit the wall with homes unfinished. Plus: Bitcoin bull stampedes the exit.

Ryan Salton revealed as ‘Hot Wheels’ drug dealer Facebook

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‘Unstoppable’ paraplegic Perth drug dealer identified

A paraplegic criminal nicknamed ‘Hot Wheels’ has been described by a judge as an ‘unstoppable and prolific drug dealer’ before being jailed for eight years.

Caleb Runciman

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Hawthorn stunned Fremantle to win their qualifying final.

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The moments that mattered in shock Dockers loss

Hawthorn stunned Fremantle to come away 32-point victors in their qualifying final at Optus Stadium on Thursday night. These are the moments that mattered on the night.

Josh Kempton

Christopher Michael Brown is standing trial at WA’s District Court.

Courts & JusticeVideoPremiumBusinessman allegedly gambled away friend’s $225k in hours

An ‘affable’ Perth businessman who allegedly scammed a Perth couple out of half a million dollars under the guise of a short-term investment was actually a ‘hopeless gambler’ who squandered nearly every cent.

Hannah Cross

Accused Thai suitcase killer’s dad punches window

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PremiumWATCH: Accused Thai suitcase killer’s dad’s angry reaction

A West Australian man detained in a Thai prison after allegedly killing a teenage girl and stuffing her body into a suitcase has been receiving diplomatic support, as his estranged parents lash out.

The extreme fitness event sent seven to hospital.

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PremiumExtreme fitness craze leaves seven in hospital in Perth

Health authorities have issued an urgent warning about a popular but extreme indoor fitness craze in the wake of seven people being rushed to hospital after collapsing at a Perth meet.

Jack Murray was killed in a Geraldton car crash this week.

Road tollPremiumPremiumFamily of teenager killed in crash open up about heartbreak

The family of the latest person killed on WA roads has spoken out about their senseless loss and absolute heartbreak, saying the tragedy has “left a hole in all of our lives that can never be filled.”

Regional News

A double-stacked freight train was damaged after it collided with a bridge on Great Eastern Highway outside of Kalgoorlie-Boulder on Monday.

Rail realignment PremiumFreight collision highlights need for rail future-proofing

A freight train collision at a railway bridge this week highlights the need for the future planning of Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s rail infrastructure, mayor Glenn Wilson says.

Tegan Guthrie

Esperance Public Library is moving from its Windich Street site, where it has been since opening in 1987.

Community eventPremiumEsperance Library bids farewell to original home

Esperance Public Library will close its doors at its Windich Street site after almost four decades, with residents invited to a farewell afternoon tea this Friday.

Rosa Griffith

Gold Fields’ Granny Smith gold mine south of Laverton.

Gold miningPremiumGranny Smith production surges in first half of 2026

The Granny Smith mine stood out among Gold Fields’ four WA mines in the first half of this year, with production surging on record haulage fleet availability and autonomous truck performance. 

Neil Watkinson

Waroona Agricultural Society’s Tegan Strobl will represent the South West at the Royal Agricultural Society of WA’s 2026 Rural Ambassador Award later this month.

AGRICULTURAL AMBASSADOR PremiumPremiumSouth West rural ambassador to compete at State finals

A young agricultural enthusiast from Waroona is set to represent the South West this month in a bid to win a prestigious award. 

Wiluna residents and pastoralists will receive a zero per cent rates rise in the 2026-27 financial year.

Council budgetPremiumPremiumZero per cent rates rise for Wiluna residents, pastoralists

Wiluna residents and pastoralists will receive a helping hand from the shire this financial year, with a zero per cent rates rise factored into the annual budget for 2026-27.

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Courts & JusticePremiumPremiumMan avoids further jail for violent home invasion

A 33-year-old man will avoid further jail time following his involvement in a violent home invasion in Esperance last year.

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Retail oil activity is surging, potentially amplifying emotionally driven price swings, said industry veterans.

CNBC newsPremiumWhy the $4.2tr oil market is no longer a ‘rich man’s game’

Oil trading was once largely the preserve of commodity houses, institutional investors and professional traders able to make bets involving thousands of barrels at a time. That barrier is becoming much lower.

Lee Ying Shan

Former Lynas CEO Amanda Lacaze tells Christine Tan how she helped steer Lynas out of financial distress.

MiningVideoPremiumWATCH: How Amanda Lacaze pulled Lynas back from the brink

WATCH THE VIDEO: Inside Lynas Rare Earths’ Malaysia operation as former CEO Amanda Lacaze discusses its turnaround and the race to diversify supply beyond China.

The early 2000s platform would capitalise on nostalgia and rejection of the traditional social media experience. Would you go back?

CNBC newsMyspace eyes comeback to combat social media fatigue

The early 2000s platform would capitalise on nostalgia and rejection of the traditional social media experience. Would you go back?

Sawdah Bhaimiya

An aerial view shows a former eel fishing boat covered in dried mud among on low water among the banks of the river Rhine near Neuss, western Germany, on July 30, 2026, as the water level in the Rhine is falling to a record low following exceptionally hot weather.

CNBC newsPremiumEurope is blowing up riverbeds to save its economy

Authorities are turning to extreme measures to fight the economy-threatening drought, like blowing up riverbeds.

Sam Meredith

WA News

A regional WA couple are planning a move to the coast — and a good old Aussie steak — after winning a life-changing $1.13 million Saturday Lotto jackpot.

LottoVideoWA couple’s massive Lotto win sparks very Aussie celebration

The couple, who have played Lotto for about 30 years, had a feeling their luck was about to change before buying their winning ticket.

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German backpacker Carolina Wilga has opened up about her incredible story of survival in WA’s outback.

WA NewsVideoBackpacker reveals shocking moment from 11 nights lost in outback

‘One realistic theory of mine is I had already died and this is hell.’

Ben Downie

Christopher Brown arrives at Perth District Court.

Courts & JusticePremiumPremiumFraud-accused admits lying as punting got ‘out of control’

The man accused of defrauding a Perth couple out of half a million dollars has admitted he lied about the money’s whereabouts as his gambling spiralled ‘out of control’.

Something is fishy about about the shark products sold at West Australian fish and chip shops — with new research showing ambiguous labels have confused customers about what they are eating. 

FoodSomething is fishy about WA fish and chip shops

A new study has uncovered the shocking truth about fish and chips in WA.

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NEWSPremiumPremiumWorker loses hand in workshop accident

A mining workshop has been shut down after a worker lost their hand in a serious workplace incident – with the safety watchdog now involved.

Feeding wild dolphins has been shown to lower reproduction and young survival.

WA NewsThe simple act that could wipe out WA’s dolphin population

Dolphins in Western Australia – and across the country – could be pushed toward extinction twice as fast as would otherwise have been the case due to one simple act, a new study has revealed.

Zosia Melanczuk