Multiple current and former local government officials from across the South West have been recognised at the 2026 Western Australia Local Government Association’s Local Government Awards.
Rose Patane
Helping protect the community for more than 30 years, a chief fire control officer in the South West nominated for a State award says he has no plans to step away anytime soon.
A South West marine rescue team is being recognised for their service, professionalism and dedication after being announced as a finalist for the 2026 Western Australian Fire and Emergency Services Awards.
Schools in the South West have secured funding from the State Government as part of the WasteSorted Schools Grants, supporting projects aiming to reduce waste and improve recycling.
A South West support service helping victim-survivors of family and domestic violence is one of 10 set to receive funding from the State Government.
Australia Post is urging dog owners to take action after new data has revealed the South West is a State hotspot for dog attacks on posties.
A South West man has been fined more than $4700 for multiple fisheries offences, including taking demersal scalefish during the West Coast Bioregion closure.
Both South West Slammers sides are staring down the barrel of wooden spoon seasons, but coaches are confident their best is yet to come.
Jack Penniment
South West surfers were again the big winners at Round two of the WA Junior Surf Titles at Trigg Beach over the weekend.
Last years grand finalists South Bunbury and Busselton will meet for the second time this season on the Saturday, adding another chapter to the storied rivalry.
While wildlife crossings over the Wilman Wadandi Highway have “exceeded expectations”, it seems unlikely the technology will extend across existing roadways.
Craig Duncan
A mystical flying dragon made from recycled treasure is helping young readers discover the magic of conservation in a new children’s book by Australian artist and storyteller Janine May Matthews.
Serian Lockwood-Jones
It is a clash between country and city this Friday night with 14 South West representative’s set to put on a show in the double header.
A Margaret River art gallery is calling out to the community for help in locating a sculpture that was swept out to sea during a beach photoshoot.
Madelin Hayes
The State Government has announced an aftercare program for people discharged from hospital following a suicidal crisis — with Busselton Health Campus and Bunbury Regional Hospital named as referral sites.
A rescue mission involving a coordinated effort to assist a sole diabetic passenger while stranded at sea has landed two South West volunteer marine rescue service an award nomination.
The Oh Deer Bridgetown-Greenbushes team will return next month to help residents get into the festive spirit early, with Christmas in July wooden reindeer workshops.
The Balingup Arts and Cultural Hub is set to bring a lively winter program to the historic Balingup Town Hall, with a series of performances, workshops and community events planned for the coming weeks.
Avocado growers and supply chain businesses will gather in Manjimup next week for a regional forum aimed at supporting the growth of WA’s expanding avocado industry.
The Shire of Boyup Brook has supported in principle the sale or transfer of the town’s only GP to a suitable and qualified private operator.
The Shire of Boyup Brook will redirect $200,000 from reserve funds to carry out urgent repair and repainting works at the Boyup Brook Swimming Pool.
The Boyup Brook Community Resource Centre’s annual Whats your Angle? Photography Competition has celebrated a record-breaking year, attracting 167 entries in its ninth year.
This Men’s Mental Health Week, Manjimup doctor Paul Griffiths is urging local men to speak up, seek help and keep trying if the first conversation doesn’t go as planned.
The Manjimup community was given a chance to learn more about Kwaba Bidi’s services last week in a close-knit event.
