Avon Valley

November 6, 2025
The Moustache is calling to fight suicide:
Rallying locals across the region, Movember urges action for men's health to tackle the increased suicide rate crisis in regional Australian communities.
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November 6, 2025
Mundaring road extension criticism over Nth Stoneville link
A recent announcement of federal funding for a Parkerville road extension is drawing criticism from the community, after links to the North Stoneville property development were highlighted.
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October 30, 2025
Calls for action on Swan flooding issues
Guildford-based parliamentarian Anthony Spagnolo has weighed in and called on the City of Swan to act on flooding issues in the area impacting residents.
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October 30, 2025
Infiltration not a feasible strategy: SCEA vice chair
Swan Communities Environmental Alliance vice chair Jan Zeck says infiltration methods for managing stormwater is not effective in the Swan Valley due to clay preventing permeation.
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October 23, 2025
Council election results 2025
Local government election results are in, with new and returning councillors elected to the Swan, Mundaring, Kalamunda, Bassendean, York, Chittering and Northam councils.
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October 16, 2025
Duo fined for illegal exotic animal keeping
Two people have been convicted of biosecurity offences in the Armadale court after they were found to have illegal possession of a number of exotic animals.
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October 16, 2025
Katanning Sheep Field Day program to give a genetic edge to producers
The Katanning Sheep Field Day offers farmers some valuable insights into how genetics can affect sheep as well as practical strategies to lift efficiency and cut emissions.
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October 16, 2025
Wheatbelt budworm numbers surge
DPIRD is urging canola and pulse growers in the Wheatbelt to stay vigilant against hungry budworms that can devastate crops if left unchecked.
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October 9, 2025
Former Kalamunda dentist found guilty
Former Kalamunda dentist Peter Taylor has been found guilty of indecently assaulting a former teen employee of his after a work party in 2023.
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October 9, 2025
Forrestfield Police cracks down on crime
Forrestfield Police launched a major two-day operation targeting hoon driving and anti-social behaviour, leading to arrests, drug seizures, and vehicle impoundments across the area.
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