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Great opportunityPete Murray heading to Dunsborough

Well-known Australian singer-songwriter Pete Murray will be heading to Dunsborough in January as he returns to releasing music as a fully independent artist.

Sean Van Der Wielen

Fashionista’s delightSt George’s hosts op shop fashion parade

The St George’s Anglican Church Op Shop in Dunsborough recently hosted a fashion parade to highlight and celebrate donated clothing.

Sean Van Der Wielen

CowabungaCommentsLocal female surfers to ride $1m funding wave

A move towards getting more women into surfing has seen the Federal Government commit to a $1 million boost for the sport. 

Warren Hately

Big taskPremiumDunsborough boy braves daily ocean dips for a cause

Every day this year, no matter the weather, an 11-year-old Dunsborough boy has braved a dip in the ocean for a cause close to his heart. 

Sean Van Der Wielen

InstitutionPremiumVasse General Store still serving community a century on

The enduring Vasse General Store celebrates its 100th birthday this year.

Sean Van Der Wielen

RugbyPremiumRugby sevens in Margaret River this weekend

A major State rugby event is coming to Margaret River this weekend as part of a pitch to make an interstate and possible international sporting fixture an annual local event.

Warren Hately

Budget adoptionPremiumPremiumBusselton budget adoption to remain in July

Busselton council has decided the benefits of bringing the adoption of its 2025/26 budget forward to June would not outweigh the risks or community concern despite a push from a councillor in July’s meeting.

5g activatedPremiumPremiumOptus connects 5G network across Busselton region

Residents across Busselton, Augusta and Margaret River are among the first in regional Australia to be connected to Optus’ 5G network. 

White Ribbon MarchPremiumPremiumBusselton White Ribbon march a stand against FDV

While attendance was good at this year’s Busselton White Ribbon Silent March, event organisers say they were disappointed to see young men still not attending in strong enough numbers.

Aboriginal HealthPremiumEye care outreach on the cards for SWAMS

A “game-changing” optometry service has been launched by the South West Aboriginal Medical Service, hoping to improve eye health among Aboriginal people.

Oliver Lane

Emergency trainingPremiumEmergency training session to temporarily close Bunker Bay

Bunbker Bay will be closed on Saturday as the region’s emergency services collaborate to undergo training on coastal rescues.

Oliver Lane

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Toodyay farmer’s case raises fears for landholders’ rights.

Toodyay farmer Tony Maddox faces trial for alleged Aboriginal Heritage Act breach, causing stress and impacting his health amidst uncertainty.

Rebecca Le May

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Story of Spinifex resilience on display at WA Museum

The Sunday Times had an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Spinifex People: Art and stories from Pila Nguru, the latest exhibition being put together at WA Museum Boola Bardip.

Hannah Cross

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Gilly’s greatest Test - and the drama behind the magic

Adam Gilchrist recalls the pressure and magic behind his famous 57-ball Test century in Perth in 2006

Glen Quartermain

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Are teachers using AI to write your child’s school report?

WA teachers will be able to use artificial intelligence for end-of-year school reports despite blanket bans on the practice in other States.

Laura Newell

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Are teachers using AI to write your child’s school report?

WA teachers will be able to use artificial intelligence for end-of-year school reports despite blanket bans on the practice in other States.

Laura Newell

State PoliticsCommentsPremiumKatrina Stratton on love, loss, and the path to politics

Each week The Sunday Times speaks with State MPs ahead of the March election. This week we speak with Labor MP for Nedlands, Dr Katrina Stratton

Joe Spagnolo

FASHION PremiumPremiumMeet Poppy Lissiman, Perth’s queen of cool

Everything about Poppy Lissiman is a little left of centre: her sunglasses and bags, coveted by celebrities, the pompom-laden alpaca at her wedding, and her eclectic style. She’s built a global brand on it.

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CommentsPremiumCan we really trust pollies to tell us what the truth is?

In this age of misinformation and disinformation why wouldn’t we try to get some facts on to the internet? But the PM’s idea turned out to be a pipe dream.

TelethonLittle Telethon Star smashes her expectations powerlifting

When Kristin Templeman first decided she wanted to powerlift, the most she could handle was 20kg.

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Ord Valley MusterPremiumLine-up revealed for 2025 Boab Metals Ord Valley Muster

Indie-pop superstars Lime Cordiale will headline the 2025 Boab Metals Ord Valley Muster alongside Australian rock royalty Mark Seymour & The Undertow, as well as alt-pop sensation Thelma Plum.

Cain Andrews

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Jalygurr Guwan childcare seeks extra funding to stay open

Western Australia’s only stand-alone Aboriginal community-controlled childcare centre is seeking additional funding to ensure it can continue its work. 

Natasha Clark

Untold History PremiumAustralia’s oldest open water event swims on

The shoal of swimmers, each with an attendant boat, looked like a school of herring, with a fishing fleet in attendance.

Malcolm Quekett

Graffiti damageCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumCaravan park faces huge bill after leavers graffiti sign

The owner of a caravan park popular with leavers during the week of celebrations is facing a $4000 bill to replace a sign which was completely covered in graffiti.

Market madnessGeraldton records highest price rise in regional Australia

Geraldton has recorded the highest house price rise over the 12 months to October in all of regional Australia, according to fresh property data.

Future opportunityPremiumPremiumPerron’s Vasse landholding returns to market

Shares in a historic landholding which could add another 1000 homes between Busselton and Margaret River have returned to the market.

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CNBC newsPremiumThe mullet market: Benchmarks in front, crypto party in back

This market is starting to summon the lighthearted take on a mullet haircut: business in the front, party in the back.  

Michael Santoli

CNBC newsTyson v Paul bout draws record numbers for Netflix

The highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson has already secured its place in the record books.

Jessica Golden

HealthCommentsWinter Arc: Tips on new viral TikTok obsession

The latest obsession on TikTok is the ‘Winter Arc’ challenge, which sees people getting ahead of their New Year’s Resolutions.

Sawdaw Bhaimiya

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumInsiders say ‘uncle’ Elon outstaying his welcome with Trump

Musk has been so aggressive in pushing his views about Trump’s second term that he’s stepping on the toes of Trump’s transition team and may be overstaying his welcome at Mar-a-Lago, sources say.

Dasha Burns and David Ingram

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WATCH: Naked man tasered ‘trying to steal Uber’

A 23-year-old man has faced court after police were forced to taser him while on a naked rampage through Northbridge on Saturday night, including allegedly hitting a female police officer.

Jake Dietsch and Lucy Murray

State PoliticsCommentsMettam blasts ‘insulting’ reports of health minister change

It is understood Amber-Jade Sanderson is seeking a change after what has been a tough three years in the job.

Bethany Hiatt and Jake Dietsch

WA NewsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumCook seizes on Liberal leadership, spruiks Labor stability

Roger Cook has sought to capitalise on a bruising week for the WA Liberals, using a pre-election rally on his home turf to spruik his Government’s unity. 

Disaster & EmergencyPremiumPremiumBoy in critical condition after being hit by 4WD

An 11-year-old boy is in critical condition after he was hit by a four-wheel-drive displaying P-plates while crossing a road in Jolimont.

NewsCity smashed by ‘epic’ downpour

An “epic downpour” has flooded streets across one Australian city and thrown another into commuter chaos as wild weather continues.

WA NewsPremiumJust how far abusive men will go to terrorise their victims

Violent men are using everyday items including teddy bears, pot plants, prams and cars to keep tabs on their victims in a bid to extend their terror.

Caitlyn Rintoul