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Nature celebrationPlanters get their hands dirty for National Tree Day

The Shire of Denmark and local primary school children have put their hands in the earth, giving back to the environment as a celebration of National Tree Day.

Kellie Balaam

Denmark Shire budget revealedDenmark CEO says new budget ‘most challenging’ one yet

Road upgrades will be a major focus of the Shire of Denmark’s budget for the next financial year, with $5.9 million earmarked for infrastructure.

Kellie Balaam

Son chokedMum choked son for 30 seconds during Halloween row

A south coast mother has avoided jail for choking her son for 30 seconds on Halloween last year.

Michael Traill

MOUNTAIN BIKINGIN PICTURES:Wheely wet and muddy

Wintry conditions did not dampen the spirits of mountain bike enthusiasts last Sunday.

Food for thoughtForked on York market vision put to public

A York Street carpark could be transformed into a vibrant daily marketplace, hosting a rotation of pop-up stalls, food vans and entertainment under a new proposal presented to the City of Albany.

Sarah Makse

Rare swellPoint break in rare swell

Teenager Flynn Breuker jumped at the chance to surf the point near Middleton Beach for the first time during Albany’s week of wild weather

Cameron Newbold

Hemp farmingHemp interest grows

A rising interest in growing hemp crops in the Great Southern has prompted a HempGro Farming and Business Opportunities event.

Shannon Smith

JUNIOR NETBALLKangas 11 power to second win in A7 division

Kangas 11 emerged victorious from their hard-fought tussle with Bullets 5 in the game of the round for the Albany Netball Association A7 division last Saturday.

JUNIOR FOOTBALLBulldogs too slick for Bulls in under-12’s

Bulldogs cruised to their third win in round five of the Southern District Junior Football Association under-12’s competition last Saturday.

Taj Stubber

JUNIOR SOCCERNash hat-trick guides Bayswater to hard-fought win

Last season’s 16s league and cup winners Polonia were tested throughout by last year’s 15s league winners Albany-Bayswater as the latter prevailed in round two of the Albany Junior Soccer Association/

Jamie Knowlson

THREE-RACE SERIESStrong numbers take part in first race of series

The first of the Albany Athletics Club’s three-race series took place in ideal conditions at the Terry Road course and attracted 36 runners.

Centre in spotlight$6.3m upgrade to boost young talent in arts

A new $6.3 million performing arts centre is set to bolster the next generation of young talent at Albany Senior High School.

Sarah Makse

Rescue brewingBroomehill locals fight to save Imperial Hotel

Broomehill locals are refusing to let their pub die, securing enough financial pledges to buy the town’s historic Imperial Hotel.

Sarah Makse

Jobs pipelineMark McGowan outlines recovery plan

Premier Mark McGowan outlined a $57.7 million COVID-19 recovery package for the Great Southern during a blitz visit to Albany today.

Michael Traill

Recipe of the weekRECIPE: Xavier Poupel’s apple tart tartin

Find out how to make a French pastry delight from Gourmandise & Co chef

XAVIER POUPEL, GOURMANDISE & CO, ALBANY

Tribute to local muso‘He was always going to drum until his last breath’

Dave Morrison, 67, has been remembered as a passionate musician and affectionate grandfather with a sharp sense of humour in the wake of his death on July 28.

Kellie Balaam

Charges laidCharges laid on Mira Mar crash driver

The man was driving a blue Ford Falcon when he drew the attention of officers patrolling on Campbell Road.

Michael Traill

Calling all artistsAlbany’s seniors set to be inspired with art workshops

The Vancouver Arts Centre is seeking artists to facilitate a series of arts workshops at an aged care facility in a bid to improve the health and wellbeing of residents.

Kellie Balaam

Chef of kingsGlobetrotting French chef shares remarkable story

Chef Xavier Poupel took his father’s advice and fulfilled his dream to travel the world, cooking for royalty, superstars — and Albany.

Kellie Balaam

SPEEDWAYMore accolades for Katanning’s clay king

Katanning-raised speedway star Kye Blight has added another accolade to his growing list of achievements on the clay

Cameron Newbold

Region revivalLet’s get the party started as live music returns

Live music will be returning to the Great Southern after the cancellation of many events and festivals proved the music industry wasn’t immune to the coronavirus.

Kellie Balaam