Avon Valley

February 19, 2026

Heatwaves impacting possum behaviour

New research shows heatwaves reduces the critically endangered western ringtail possum’s feeding and mating behaviours.

February 19, 2026

Gidgegannup Men’s Shed officially opened

Gidgegannup Men's Shed reopened on February 15 after a major rebuild, with members celebrating the community support that brought it back.

February 19, 2026

Land titles must show Aboriginal heritage say agricultural bodies

WA farm groups are calling for Aboriginal heritage sites to be shown on Certificates of Title, arguing landholders can face legal risk without clear notification of registered sites on private properties.

February 19, 2026

Grain industry harvest record

WA’s grains industry has delivered a record 27.35 million-tonne harvest, with state research and farming innovation credited for lifting yields and strengthening agriculture’s role in the economy.

February 19, 2026

Swan council report error questioned

A City of Swan planning report to rename the North Ellenbrook West area included three lots that resident Jan Zeck says were zoned incorrectly.

February 12, 2026

Northam cannabis facility and data mining centre

A Northam resident has questioned the approval process regarding a hydroponic cannabis facility and data mining centre at the AvonWest transport and logistics hub.

February 12, 2026

Proposal for 73 new apartments in Bassendean

Public consultation has opened for Bassendean proposal seeking to build an apartment complex with 73 build-to-rent apartments near the Bassendean train station.

February 12, 2026

Councils ready for cat containment but laws still lag

Outdated cat laws are preventing local councils from effectively enforcing pet cat containment, according to the Invasive Species Council.

February 12, 2026

Free ‘come and try’ at York and District Archery Club

All ages are welcome to attend a free ‘come and try’ morning next month at Talbot, 20km south west of York.

February 12, 2026

Swan to investigate synthetic turf ban

City of Swan residents voted to investigate restrictions on synthetic turf on verges and private properties while industry urges regulating low quality imports.

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