LOCAL NEWS

February 5, 2026
Dumping crisis continues in Swan
Swan residents call for Main Roads action as illegal dumping on Roe Highway has escalated to hazardous asbestos now being left near an Aboriginal community.
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February 5, 2026
Calls for review of the City of Swan’s planning department
Swan residents are calling for an independent review of the city planning department over concerns staff are favouring developer interests.
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February 5, 2026
Guildford institution Alfred’s Kitchen turns 80
An integral part of Guildford’s history, Alfred’s Kitchen is celebrating 80 years of operation and 40 years under its current owner.
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February 5, 2026
Swan illegal dumping offenders face court
Two Swan View residents were fined thousands after dumping three tonnes of hazardous waste near a children's play area, including sharp materials and unsecured refrigerators.
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February 5, 2026
Young people encouraged to apply for Youth Parliament
Young people across the state are encouraged to participate in a leading program designed to familiarise them with parliamentary procedures and how to navigate them.
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February 5, 2026
Three February exhibitions at Ellenbrook Arts
Ellenbrook Arts will host three exhibitions in late February showcasing landscapes by Harry Lee, abstract art from Tron Tonnessen and a collaborative insect art gallery.
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February 5, 2026
Kinetica Circus acrobatics to perform in Midland centre
Midland families may experience a free outdoor circus spectacular on Friday night as youth troupe Kinetica perform aerial silks, trapeze and acrobatics at the Locale.
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February 5, 2026
Swan City Youth Service gets funding boost
A $20,000 funding boost will supply vital equipment and maintenance upgrades to strengthen the organisation’s day to day operations.
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February 5, 2026
Construction begins at Swan Active Ellenbrook
The $145 million centre incorporates state of the art sustainability initiatives and environmentally friendly landscaping.
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February 5, 2026
Bilgoman diving lady officially named Billie
The Bilgoman diving lady has officially been named Billie and the winner of the naming initiative shares the special layer of meaning behind the naming.
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