LOCAL NEWS

March 5, 2026
Free exercise course is a life-changer for Parkerville breast cancer survivor
Parkerville cancer survivor Anne Clohessy says Cancer Council WA’s Life Now exercise course rebuilt her strength and confidence, with in-person and online classes from April.
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March 5, 2026
Eye on crime
Police charged a teen over a Stratton alleged car attack injuring a 17-year-old, while Child Abuse Squad seeks help after a Koondoola child was approached.
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March 5, 2026
Primary industries economic overview captures sector’s significance to WA
DPIRD’s new WA Primary Industries 2023-24 Economic Overview details production and trade trends, showing exports above $13 billion and cereals leading, supporting planning and investment.
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March 5, 2026
Online Access Health WA launched
Access Health WA is a new website listing urgent care clinics, virtual emergency, GPs and pharmacy services, helping Western Australians choose the right care.
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March 5, 2026
Conservation centre benefits from bird flu grants
Kaarakin Black Cockatoo Conservation Centre in Martin received $7100 for H5 bird flu preparedness, supporting captive Baudin’s and Carnaby’s cockatoos through biosecurity planning and training.
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March 5, 2026
Sheep grants show demand
Central Wheatbelt MLA Lachlan Hunter says sheep grants are delayed, with 266 applications but 45 approvals and no payments and is urging the government to deliver.
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March 5, 2026
Wattle Grove South rezoning opposition continues
Wattle Grove South residents say consultations show majority opposition to rezoning, raising concerns about developer influence and losing EPA protections from rezoning.
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February 26, 2026
Darlington tree removal sparks tree canopy concern
Residents are calling for greater transparency after a century-old maritime pine was removed with concerns raised about canopy loss.
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February 26, 2026
Swan against Hepburn East rezoning
Swan councillors opposed a proposal to rezone 111ha at Hepburn East, highlighting priority one water source risks and environmental concerns.
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February 26, 2026
Midland station to carpark distance is under scrutiny
Midland commuters are urging solutions for the 500m walk between the new carpark and Midland station with PTA giving an update on their latest answer.
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