LOCAL NEWS

March 19, 2026
Hills Nannas rally for forests
Hills Nannas for Native Forests are urging locals to join a Perth rally, warning bauxite mining could harm forests, wildlife and water.
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March 19, 2026
Swan Valley winery eyes Japan market after trade mission
Swan Valley’s Riverbank Estate says a Japan trade mission built connections, with hopes of growing export opportunities for local wines.
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March 19, 2026
New $7.9m Midland Aboriginal health clinic
A new Midland clinic will expand culturally safe care for Aboriginal people, easing pressure on services and improving access to health support.
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March 19, 2026
Brigadoon residents puzzled by lot development
Brigadoon residents question how a small Boulonnais Drive lot was approved, raising concerns about bushfire risk, planning rules and clearing works.
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March 12, 2026
Kalamunda residents call for public park transparency
Residents call for transparency over a proposed Jorgensen Park lease, after council sought community feedback while keeping details confidential.
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March 12, 2026
Proposed new data centre comes under fire
Hazelmere residents concerned about environmental impacts, traffic safety risks and limited time for community consultation on a new data centre.
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March 12, 2026
Swan council backs planning department review
The City of Swan council has voted to approve the planning department review following an electors’ meeting motion that highlighted the need.
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March 12, 2026
Residents push for parking limits on Amherst Road
Woodbridge residents say commuter parking near Midland station narrows the street and creates daily safety concerns for motorists and pedestrians.
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March 12, 2026
RSPCA seeks info regarding West Swan sheep knife attack
RSPCA WA appeals for public information after two sheep are fatally injured in a suspected knife attack in West Swan, with investigators yet to identify a suspect.
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March 12, 2026
Swan Valley Visitor Centre is voted best in the nation
The Swan Valley Visitor Centre is named Australia’s best visitor information service, winning gold at the Qantas Australian Tourism Awards for the second consecutive year.
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