Round nine of the State Government’s regional economic development grants has opened, giving South West businesses the chance to apply for funding for local projects.
Rose Patane
Seven South West cricketers have been selected for the Country XI in this year’s WA Premier Cricket men’s T20 competition, with the side looking to bounce back after a winless 2025.
Jack Penniment
Only two sides remain undefeated after round two of the A-grade men’s Bunbury Basketball Association season with dominant performances in women’s A-grade competition on Friday night.
An opportunity like no other has come up in the heart of Bunbury after it was announced the city’s cinema complex would be available for lease for the first time in 30 years.
In the Bunbury and Districts Cricket Association women’s first grade, the reigning champs Bunbury Eagles-Donnybrook were knocked off by Leschenault at Egan Park on Sunday.
One-day fixtures kicked off on Saturday in the Bunbury and Districts Cricket Association with last season’s top three all recording wins.
Residents and visitors packed the Brunswick Recreation Ground at the weekend for one of the region’s most iconic events.
Bunbury residents will have plenty of opportunities to get into the Halloween spirit this weekend, with markets, live music, family activities and costume parties in full force this spooky season.
Seth Carter
Harvey’s star jockey Lucy Fiore has enjoyed a rewarding fortnight in the saddle at Ascot, steering home the winner in two feature races aboard horses being prepared for major spring targets.
Former Fremantle Docker Ethan Hughes will return to where his football jounrey began, joining Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault for the 2027 season after bringing his WAFL career to a close.
Thousands gathered in Bunbury for the annual Walk for Reconciliation on Thursday, October 22.
A vital South West support service born out of lived experience and grassroots advocacy has celebrated 10 years of providing a lifeline to locals navigating addiction.
A former international leader has made his first trip to the South West after attending the Global Citizen NOW summit in Perth.
The Dolphin Discovery Centre is bracing for heartbreak as an embattled dolphin calf has not been sighted since April.
The Harvey Shire council has started the process to find a new permanent chief executive officer.
Efforts to expand training pathways in the South West have received a major boost following a $2 million State Government funding announcement for regional traineeships.
Regional patients travelling to Perth for complex medical treatment will soon have access to dedicated support and care co-ordination, after an expansion from the State Government.
A two-day police chase has seen an allegedly stolen 4WD ram police vehicles and terrifyingly speed across an intersection in the South West. SEE THE FOOTAGE
Madelin Hayes
Global agribusiness Bunge has welcomed the its first grain delivery for this harvest season at its Bunbury site, as it ramps up receival-readiness as growers gear up to collect this year’s winter crop
Georgia Campion
Bunbury Bears have taken an early double win at the 2026 South West Slammers Regional Championships with an under-18 title in both the boys and girls top divisions.
South West netball talent is making its mark with local players earning selection in the West Coast Fever futures program as they continue their development towards the top level.
South West footballers will continue to feature across the WAFL and WAFLW competitions in 2027 with a host of local product recommitting to their respective clubs for another season.
Midwifery students and pregnant women in the South West are set to benefit from a new initiative which will provide accessible, bulk-billed pregnancy and postnatal appointments.
A 23-year-old woman from the South West has been charged after allegedly stealing a car in Carey Park earlier this month.
