Avon Valley

April 9, 2026

CCWA oppose Alcoa licence over mercury risk

The Conservation Council of WA is opposing the state granting a licence for an Alcoa alumina refinery due to concerns about its rising mercury emissions.

April 9, 2026

Iconic Guildford Hotel changes hands

Former Guildford Hotel owner Luke Martino says the sale of the hotel brought about mixed emotions but believed it had been left in good hands.

April 9, 2026

Eradication effort underway to stop Qfly

Authorities respond to Queensland fruit fly detection in Perth, urging residents to report sightings and follow disposal rules as eradication efforts ramp up across affected suburbs.

April 9, 2026

Comments sought on Mundaring draft policies

Residents are invited to comment on draft planning policies in Mundaring, shaping future development, signage and exemptions as part of the shire's broader planning framework.

April 9, 2026

Bus stop upgrades underway across Kalamunda

Upgrades to 74 bus stops across Kalamunda aim to improve accessibility, with new infrastructure supporting passengers with mobility needs and enhancing connections to public transport.

April 9, 2026

Local groups receive funding for river restoration projects

Perth Hills community groups receive funding for river restoration projects, supporting revegetation, erosion control and habitat improvement across the Swan Canning catchment.

April 9, 2026

Wundowie denied cheap medicines says Hunter

Central Wheatbelt MLA Lachlan Hunter is criticising the federal government for leaving community members without access to affordable prescriptions.

April 9, 2026

Kalamunda group will host native forest talk

A Kalamunda environmental group hosts a public talk on native forests, discussing logging, prescribed burning and mining impacts on ecosystems across Western Australia.

April 9, 2026

Grants strengthen cultural learning and reconciliation

Local schools receive funding to support Aboriginal cultural learning programs, strengthening reconciliation through education initiatives connecting students with community knowledge and traditions.

April 9, 2026

Culture and connection celebrated at Altone Comes Alive

Altone Comes Alive festival brings the community together with performances, food and cultural activities, celebrating diversity and connection in Beechboro with strong local attendance.

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