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Bishop George Kolodziej

Catholic Diocese of BunburyPremiumBunbury Bishop George Kolodziej mourns loss of Pope Francis

The Catholic Diocese of Bunbury has mourned the loss of Pope Francis in a letter posted to their website. 

Sofia Fimognari

Fundraiser PO Jesse Palmer has been riding on the Munda Biddi Trail.

Defence forcePremiumPemberton Navy officer fundraises on Munda Biddi Trail

A Pemberton-born navy officer has returned to his home town for Anzac Day and has been raising money for Defence Community Dogs during his visit

Sofia Fimognari

DPIRD research scientist Dr Asad Ullah and Fruit and Perennial Crops Program Lead Dr Dario Stefanelli test out the autonomous orchard spray unit, using water, at the Manjimup Horticulture Research Institute.

ORCHARD TECHNOLOGYPremiumAutonomous orchard spray unit on show at Manjimup field day

A autonomous orchard spray unit will be on show at an upcoming Manjimup field day — the first of its kind to be used in Western Australia.

Anjelica Smilovitis

Houses in the Shire of Manjimup are among the cheapest in regional WA by median price.

Regional housing marketPremiumHouses in Manjimup are among the most affordable in WA

Houses in Manjimup are among the most affordable in regional WA, placing third on Domain’s Top 10 Lowest Median Housing Prices list for the March quarter. 

Sofia Fimognari

Single apple picker is Richard Tongaonevai at Newton Orchards.

Government visit PremiumOfficials from an Island nation visit WA’s South West

Manjimup was visited by the Tongan government to discuss the ongoing success of the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility seasonal worker program, with a local orchard facilitating Tongan workers since inception. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

Warren-Blackwood MLA Bevan Eatts.

Anzac day 2025PremiumMember for Warren-Blackwood honours ANZACs

Ahead of Anzac Day, Member for Warren-Blackwood Bevan Eatts tribute to the sacrifices and contributions of service men and women who served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

Anjelica Smilovitis

Rea Park's new lights.

FootballPremiumLSWFL: Tigers and Imps set for Anzac Day clash

Manjimup Tigers will host Lower South West Football League games on Anzac Day at Rea Park against Imperials, with the clubs eager to embody the spirit of the day while showing respect

Anjelica Smilovitis and Josh Kempton

Holly and Jess Donaldson at the Donnybrook Apple Festival.

Apple FestivalPremiumDonnybrook Apple Festival draws interest of many

The Donnybrook Apple Festival was held on Easter Saturday with hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the one-day festival. 

Sofia Fimognari

Anzac Day 2024.

ANZAC DAYPremiumSouth West shires prepare for Anzac Day with services

South West shires prepare for Anzac Day with services to be held throughout the region for the community to band together in remembrance of the sacrifices of servicemen and women who fought for our freedom.

Anjelica Smilovitis

Author and illustrator Sally Puzey at Donnelly River Village.

Step into the pagesPremiumDonnelly River Village interactive book launch

A new storybook on the Donnelly River Village was launched on Easter break with an interactive tour of the old timber mill built in the 1950s, with the author leading guests 

Anjelica Smilovitis

The Gloucester Tree remains closed to climbers.

A Bit off the TopPremiumSouth West icon closer to reopening with reduced height

South West’s iconic Gloucester Tree is one step closer to reopening to climbers after more than a year of being closed to the public, though it may not reach the same lofty heights.

Craig Duncan

Busselton-based quilting artist Barbara Weeks exhibits works in the Stitched and Bound exhibition at Manjimup.

REMOTE SCULPTURES PremiumBusselton quilting artist exhibits piece in Manjimup

A Busselton quilting artist is exhibiting a “memory” piece in Manjimup reflecting her time at Lake Ballard near the Shire of Menzies where she discovered artist Antony Gormley sculptures in the desert. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

South-West WA Drought Resilience course is coming next month.

AgriculturePremiumSouth West WA drought resilience course coming next month

A five-part professional development series aimed at strengthening agricultural understanding is being run by the South-West WA Drought Resilience Adoption and Innovation Hub next month. 

Sofia Fimognari

Bridgetown Primary School Parents and Citizens Association raised funds in the canteen at the Bridgetown Cup.

Bridgetown CupPremiumBridgetown Primary School raises funds at Bridgetown Cup

Bridgetown Primary School’s efforts to raise funds for upgraded resources and play equipment was a success at the Bridgetown Cup. 

Sofia Fimognari

Farmer and psychotherapist Aaron Peet is the Legalise Cannabis candidate for the seat of Forrest.

HEMP HOMESPremiumPemberton psychotherapist candidate for the Seat of Forrest

Farmer and clinical psychotherapist, Aaron Peet is running with Legalise Cannabis for the seat of Forrest in the upcoming Federal election with hopes to change cannabis laws and address the housing crisis.

Anjelica Smilovitis

Bunbury Court.

CrimePremiumMan turns himself in to police after alcohol theft

A man had pleaded guilty to the stealing of alcohol from a Boyup Brook venue in January after he appeared in Bunbury Magistrates Court on Monday in police custody.

Sofia Fimognari

Potato Growers Association WA chair Bronwyn Fox, CEO Simon Moltoni and Pemberton potato farmer Danny Omodei.

FARM DRONESPremiumPemberton field day showcases agriculture drones for growers

Potato growers and industry stakeholders gathered near Pemberton to learn about the latest drones and associated technology used on Western Australian horticulture farms. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

A mobile phone tower.

TELSTRA OUTAGESPremiumTelstra mobile upgrades in Manjimup impact local business

Telstra mobile upgrades in Manjimup have been scrutinised for a lack of notice ahead of the works, with a local business sharing the impacts on customers and people without cash handy. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

East coast cyclist Tamika Smith traversed the Munda Biddi trail through the Warren Blackwood region.

MUNDA BIDDIPremiumWarren Blackwood locals welcome rider cycling Munda Biddi

An east coast rider cycling a section of the Munda Biddi track through the Warren Blackwood region has inspired locals while showing appreciation to “country” folk for their hospitality. 

Anjelica Smilovitis

Bridgetown Lions win Senior Mens Grand Final for 2024/2025 in A Grade.

BasketballPremiumLions and Cyclones win BBA senior grand finals

Bridgetown Basketball Association held its senior men’s and women’s grand finals in front of a strong crowd at Bridgetown Leisure Centre last Tuesday night.

Josh Kempton and Anjelica Smilovitis

Jenny Ingram celebrates 53 years on Bridgetown Netball Association committee this year.

netballPremiumBridgetown’s Jenny Ingram commits life to netball

A Bridgetown woman is celebrating 53 years of commitment to the local netball association after dedicating the majority of her life to the sport.

Melissa Pedelty

Bridgetown’s Sebastian Goulder has been picked to represent WA at a national netball championships this weekend.

NetballPremiumBridgetown netballer selected for State netball squad

A Bridgetown netballer has been selected to represent WA at national championships this weekend.

Melissa Pedelty

Northcliffe Karri Cup MTB Challenge is one of WA’s longest-running mountain bike events.

LONGEST MTB EVENTSPremiumNorthcliffe’s Karri Cup MTB Challenge

The 31st edition of Northcliffe’s Karri Cup MTB Challenge is quickly approaching, with the event continuing to cement its reputation as one of WA’s largest and longest running mountain bike events.  

Anjelica Smilovitis

Serenity Gully owners Susan and Franco Randazzo.

SERENITY ECO-TENTSPremiumPerth owners create serenity for guests in Kangaroo Gully

A husband and wife team from Perth offering luxury off-grid eco-tent stays in Kangaroo Gully has developed an experience for people to reconnect with nature while maintaining a light footprint.

Anjelica Smilovitis