Shadow health minister and Vasse MLA Libby Mettam said “tragedy is waiting in the wings” of Bunbury Regional Hospital if more isn’t done to help what doctors are calling a “dangerously busy” facility.
Warren Hately
One of the region’s most respected photographers and watermen has launched a new book titled Life Around The Sea.
The region has garnered even more State champions following the third and final leg of the WA Junior Surfing Titles.
A new program is aiming to create lasting change for women in the South West, partnering with regional businesses and organisations to help develop education and career pathways.
Daniel Hocking
The Busselton Jetty Underwater Observatory will be closed to the public for several weeks for an accessibility upgrade.
The Busselton community will have the opportunity to learn more about the management of local waterways with an information evening next month.
A Busselton community group has been left “disgusted” at the theft of their “beloved” fire pit which keeps their members warm while they connect and socialise.
Dunsborough short-term accommodation owners are protesting a council decision which restricts the areas they can operate in, with a petition to reverse the City of Busselton’s hardline stance.
Daniel Hocking and Amber Lilley
A new Aboriginal artwork by contemporary Noongar artist Melissa Riley was unveiled at the front of the Busselton Margaret River Airport departure terminal on Wednesday afternoon.
More than 150 passionate dog owners have protested any changes to the beach zones in the Busselton-Dunsborough area their furry friends can enjoy.
Fermoy Estate held its Cosy with Cabernet event — as a part of the ongoing Cabin Fever festival — bringing several of its award-winning reserve cabernet sauvignon vintages out for guests to taste.
Busselton foreshore was lively with coloured lights and cheery patrons on Thursday night, as the Capes’ prestige winter food and wine festival celebrated its opening.
Kashmiri-Australian cookbook writer and former journalist Sarina Kamini will bring a taste of her cuisine to Busselton next month with a cooking demonstration and book signing session.
Shire of Capel chief executive Gordon MacMile has tendered his resignation after 14 weeks of being on extended leave.
Amber Lilley
Much loved renowned author and illustrator Josh Langley has passed away at the age of 53 due to brain tumour, which he was diagnosed with late last year.
Yousuf Shameel
Bunbury is set to host the fourth Annual Special Olympics Dance Sport Development Competition at South West Sports Centre on August 3.
Four out of top 10 areas for house price growth are in the South West, with Margaret River boasting the highest median price in regional WA.
Retired racehorses will continue to be given a renewed purpose once their time on the track is done, helping those with diverse abilities connect, recover and find joy.
Dunsborough’s Reuben Ginbey believes being tasked with match-ups on some of the AFL’s best forwards is fast-tracking his own development.
Josh Kempton
The shires of Harvey and Capel managed to sweep the competition at the 2025 Local Government Awards alongside two South West State members of Parliament.
Craig Duncan
South West’s newest tourist attraction will be setting sail for a 12-month trial period, with Pemberton’s floating saunas approved by council and visitors encouraged to take the plunge.
The new face of the South West in Federal Parliament Ben Small has given his first speech as the new member for Forest reflecting on his past, and looking to the future.
Collie’s Adam Bignell says the club he played his 300th game for on Saturday will always hold a special place in his heart.
Former South West Slammers mentor Ty Harrelson took the latest step in his coaching journey by serving on the Denver Nuggets’ coaching staff at the NBA Summer League earlier this month.
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