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News‘Gutless’: Tough detainee laws passed

The government says the “worst of the worst” among offenders released from immigration detention will be put behind bars.

Eleanor Campbell

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Letter to the Editor: Hoons out of control

On hoons: “My concern as a rate paying resident, is it won’t be long until some innocent person is badly hurt or killed, or someone will have a car smashing through into their living room.”

Paul Blyth, McKail

Volunteers thankedPremiumDedicated volunteer community thanked

Contributors to Albany’s big volunteer base came together at the Princess Royal Sailing club on Tuesday to celebrate the Albany and Regional Volunteer Service’s 20th anniversary.

Stuart McGuckin

“highly offensive”PremiumMan spat at ex-partner while looking after grandchildren

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder man spat at his ex-partner after throwing a packet of yogurt at her, which exploded on impact, while looking after their grandchildren. 

Amber Lilley

UNDER THE SEAPremiumMarine ecologists researching Esperance waters for changes

Two marine ecologists sailing and diving their way around Australia are currently spending their days under Esperance waters counting local sea life to investigate how it has changed over the years. 

Amber Lilley

Community supportPremiumCoffee campaign raises enough to support 17 days of ACH care

A number of volunteers at WA’s only community-run hospice took some time out on Tuesday to have a cuppa as staff from the Albany Community Hospice said thank you.

Stuart McGuckin

Chipping inPremiumThe 300th export ship departs Albany to mark ABP milestone

Australian Bluegum Plantations marked a milestone last week when it loaded its 300th woodchip vessel for export from its Albany Woodchip Terminal.

Stuart McGuckin

FRESH DESIGNPremiumNewly themed mining truck to celebrate KBULG

Mining giant Northern Star Resources have welcomed a newly themed truck to their fleet, with the latest addition celebrating 50 years of environmental stewardship from Kalgoorlie-Boulder Urban Landcare Group. 

Amber Lilley

Big change Former reporter ready for frontline after police graduation

Time spent working closely with police during a stint as a reporter in Albany paved the way for Jessica Cuthbert to embark on a career in the blue uniform.

Cameron Newbold

RENAISSANCE MANPremiumWell-rounded Albany student recognised with WA accolade

North Albany Senior High School student Malcolm van Burgel has been recognised for brilliance across the board taking out this year’s Ampol Best All Rounder Award for WA.

Daniel Rooney

Dazzling light showPremiumSouthern Lights illuminate Albany sky for avid snappers

Keen photographers rushed to grab their cameras on Friday night as the Aurora Australis lit up the Albany skies and dazzled the community.

Georgia Campion

Vital SignsPremiumReport helps identify and fill in Albany data gaps

It took Albany Community Foundation a year to compile the data for its first Vital Signs report with the process shining a light on the challenge of finding localised data on key issues facing the community.

Stuart McGuckin

READING CORNERPaperbark Book Club end-of-year wrap

It was a cool Birak evening in Kinjarling/Albany when our Paperbark Book Club held the final session for 2023 

Billie-Jo Whitbread

BIZARRE BURGLARY PremiumMan entered home, woke sleeping teen for help

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder man who entered a Perth home and woke a sleeping teenage boy by tapping his back was trying to escape being chased after being drunkenly kicked out of out a nearby party.

Amber Lilley

Vital signsPremium‘Shared vision’ develops solutions to Albany housing crisis

We dive deeper into Albany Community Foundation’s Vital Signs report, speaking to experts on the frontline of Albany’s housing crisis to explore how a ‘shared vision’ can alleviate homelessness.

Stuart McGuckin

RURAL MEDICINEPremiumShow of hands sought for med student Wheatbelt week lodging

Rural Health West is calling on the Wheatbelt South community interested in opening up their homes to host medical students undertaking country immersions next year to reach out.

Daniel Rooney

Helping handsPremiumVolunteers recognised in State Government awards

Do you know a local volunteer who puts themselves last, never taking recognition for their hard work and dedication? The time has come to nominate them for International Volunteer Day.

Anna Cox

More workPremiumMLG Oz wins three-year Granny Smith mine contract

Kalgoorlie-Boulder mining services company MLG Oz has picked up another lucrative contract in the Goldfields — a three-year deal at Gold Fields’ Granny Smith mine south of Laverton worth $22 million annually.

Neil Watkinson

‘Anger problem’PremiumNo jail for DV thug’s disgusting star picket attack

An Albany man has been released from prison on an intensive supervision order after he flung his partner around by her hair and swung a star picket at her.

Georgia Campion

green savingsGas switch proves cost-saving for Esperance residents

A new report says Esperance residents who switched from gas to electric alternatives this year are already benefiting from cheaper energy bills.

Madeleine Clark

VolunteeringPremiumMorning tea recognises Bunbury’s volunteers

About 100 volunteers came to the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre to be recognised for their impact on the South West on International Volunteer Day.

Oliver Lane

Fire Safety EquipmentNew Fire Protection Grants announced for Collie-Preston

Community  organisations within the South West and Great Southern region will share in almost $70,000 in funding as part of the Forest Products Commission’s inaugural community fire protection grants program.

Claudette Rizzi

Disability sectorPremiumMinister extends hand to grieving mother

Disability Services Minister and Bunbury MLA Don Punch has invited a Bunbury mother to meet after she spoke out to raise awareness of the link between autism and suicide.

Oliver Lane and Bethany Hiatt

Basketball champsPremiumUndefeated Narrogin Nets claim State championship glory

The Narrogin Nets under-15 girls team was unstoppable in Perth at the weekend cruising to a division five grand final triumph at the 2023 Basketball WA State Championships.

Daniel Rooney