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Counting sheep is being made easier with AI.

Counting sheepPremiumBunbury sheep processor backs artificial intelligence

AI has hit South West agriculture in a big way, with a major local processor backing in new technology.

Will Corbett

The Services Australia van is set to tour the South West.

HEALTHCAREPremiumSouth West to access local healthcare services.

South West locals won’t have to travel too far for their Medicare and Centrelink needs, with a mobile service sweeping the region over the next month. 

Will Corbett

Liberal member for O'Connor Rick Wilson.

Gun LawsPremium‘Scapegoat’ claims from O’Connor MP amid gun reform debate

Amid a fiery debate on gun ownership following the horrific attacks in Bondi, a regional MP has claimed the Federal Government are “scapegoating” gun owners. 

Craig Duncan

Gin and Fable enjoy a cool off at Forrest Beach.

GIN AND FABLE Premium25-year-old completes 4400km journey on horseback

Eight months and 4400km later, a 25-year-old woman has completed her journey on horseback across Australia

Rose Patane

Lawson Clarke secured the WA Chip 2026 SSA Junior Sedan WA Title.

SpeedwayPremiumNew South Welshman secures Manjimup Title

Tyrepower Manjimup Speedway was alive with excitement over the weekend as future stars took centrestage at the WA Chip 2026 SSA Junior Sedan WA Title, delivering two nights of high-quality, hard-fought racing.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Cadets, instructors and crew of the RAC rescue helicopter at their base at Bunbury Airport.

EMERGENCY SERVICESPremiumEmergency services camp inspires future leaders

Pemberton’s Young Emergency Service cadets headed to the coast last week for a three-day camp across the South West, getting a  rare insight into the work of frontline emergency services.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Warren Blackwood celebrate a Jack Muir wicket at last year’s carnival.

CricketPremiumWarren Blackwood’s junior cricketer stars

The junior cricketers were the standouts for the Warren Blackwood region in country week this year, while the seniors have a chance to run in the finals. 

Jack Penniment

Judy Darin, Stephen Bendotti, Paul Kerry, Debbie Sanders and Jackie Cook.

Kicking CancerPremiumManjimup Cherry Festival fries fund local cancer support

A South West business is helping support those undergoing cancer treatment in the Manjimup region, with little more than the humble potato.  

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Bullets player Jarred Blades.

BASKETBALLPremiumManjimup Ametuer Basketball League is back in action

Manjimup basketball league has returned after its Christmas break, with round 11 proving well worth the wait for avid fans of the competition. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Warren-Blackwood MLA Bevan Eatts.

FISHING BANPremium“No Consultation, No Plan”: Bevan Eatts slams demersal ban

Warren-Blackwood MP Bevan Eatts is slamming the WA Cook Labor Government’s demersal fishing ban, saying that South Coast communities are buckling under the pressure. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Nannup Trail site pictured by drone.

TRAIL RIDING PremiumShire of Nannup confirms contractor

The Shire of Nannup has announced Sam Hill Signature Trails has been selected as the preferred contractor for the construction of the Nannup Native Forest Mountain Bike Park Project.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Tiffany Cromwell winning Seven Gravel Race in 2025.

CYCLINGTiffany Cromwell becomes face of Nannup cycling championship

The 2026 UCI Gravel World Championships is delighted to announce the appointment of Australian Professional cyclist Tiffany Cromwell as an official event ambassador. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Author Adrian Stead holding his debut novel The Lost Sketchbook.

Community PremiumBridgetown resident publishes debut novel at 72

Bridgetown resident Adrian Stead is proving age truly is just a number, publishing his debut novel at an impressive 71. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Marron fishing inspection point.

Marron seasonPremiumMulti-agency crack down on illegal marroning in South West

Authorities are pushing back against illegal fishing activity this year, with a multi-agency crackdown on marron fishing in South West waterways. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Tim Hutchison appealing for a wicket

CricketPremiumLocal cricket stars clean up awards at national tournament

Local cricket stars took home all but one major award at the closing ceremony of the Australian Country Cricket Championships. 

Jack Penniment

South Bunbury won the 2025 South West Football League grand final.

Year in reviewPremiumSouth Western Times top sporting moments of 2025

On the oval, in the ocean and everywhere in between, the South West had some truly standout sporting moments this year and we’ve selected our best. 

Josh Kempton and Jack Penniment

DPIRD fruit and perennial crops lead Dario Stefanelli and research scientist Asad Ullah test out the new Berglady orchard management platform at the Manjimup Horticulture Research Institute.

Fruit HarvestPremiumDPIRD adopts electric platform for fruit picking tech trial

A new smart technology trial is set to replace traditional ladders during WA’s fruit harvesting season with the adoption of a multi-function tree management platform

Georgia Campion

Sedan No.63, driven by Fletcher Milemtis, races past the officals’ box at the Manjimup Speedway.

SpeedwayPremiumManjimup Speedway breaks record for most junior nominations

Records have been broken without a single wheel spun, with the 2026 WA Chip SSA Junior Sedan WA Title set to roar to life at Manjimup Speedway from January 15-17. 

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Beyond Distilling has created a new mango gin for Ginuary.

SUMMER GINPremiumSouth West distilleries on display at inaugural gin festival

Two South West gin distilleries from Busselton and Nannup will showcase the flavours of the region at a new craft gin festival in Perth later this month. 

Yousuf Shameel

The town of Walpole has been relying on carted water since last month.

Water SecurityPremiumWater carted to Walpole amid debate on water security

Last week the Shire of Manjimup revealed the coastal town of Walpole has been relying on supplemented water to meet capacity since mid-December.

Craig Duncan

Ellenbrook Bowler David Penny with Manjimup’s Ross Bryant and Eaton player Peter.

COMMUNITY SPORTSPremiumManjimup Bowling Club’s 2026 Muir’s Invitation Fours Bowls

Players from across the State came to Manjimup Bowling Club for the annual Muir’s Invitation Fours.

Paul Wood

Deanmill Football Club is excited to announce its coaches for the 2026 season.

FootballPremiumDeanmill announces head coaches for 2026 season

Defending champions of both League and Reserves, Deanmill Football Club has announced its coaches for the 2026 season.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

DPIRD fruit and perennial crops lead Dr Dario Stefanelli, left, and research scientist Dr Asad Ullah test the new Berglady orchard management platform at the Manjimup Horticulture Research Institute.

Fruit HarvestingPremiumNew orchard platform put to the test in Manjimup

Fruit harvesting is set to reach new heights in WA with the trial of a multi-function tree management platform to support the adoption of technology-driven Narrow Orchard Systems.

Serian Lockwood-Jones

Nannup Oral Histories Project 2025 — a heartfelt series capturing the voices, memories, and stories of the local community.

ORAL HISTORYPremiumStories of Nannup’s most storied captured in history project

The Shire of Nannup has announced the successful completion of the 2025 Nannup Oral Histories Project — a heartfelt series capturing the voices, memories, and stories of the local community.

Serian Lockwood-Jones