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Bail variation PremiumTravel plans of couple in armed robbery case dubbed a ‘ruse’

A couple accused of a serious armed robbery in Kalgoorlie-Boulder will have their bail variation to travel interstate reviewed after a police prosecutor labelled a supposed christening a ‘ruse’ to leave WA.

Amber Lilley

HockeyNew lights for hockey could be one step closer

New lights at the Eastern Goldfields Hockey Association grounds could be one step closer to reality, with the Kalgoorlie-Boulder council expected to endorse a State Government funding application.

Amber Lilley

FootballPremiumTribunal hearing delayed

A Goldfields Football League tribunal hearing centred on the alleged conduct of Kambalda’s Iliesa Vuli will drag into a third week after it was adjourned on Wednesday night.

Neale Harvey

Shares downKin shares dive after $20 million capital raising

Shares in Kin Mining dived on Thursday after the explorer announced it had raised $20.4 million to continue drilling at its Cardinia gold project near Leonora.

Neil Watkinson

Science weekPremiumSouth Kal PS celebrates National Science Week

Students at South Kalgoorlie Primary School celebrated National Science Week on Thursday with a stained glass-inspired STEM activity. 

Madeleine Clark

“Significant implication”PremiumRavensthorpe CEO credit card oversight changes

The Shire of Ravensthorpe has changed its procedures after an annual financial audit flagged issues with credit card spending in 2021 by now-disgraced former chief executive Gavin Pollock.

Elena Morabito

Spin and YarnFree mobile laundry service to help rough sleepers

A free mobile laundry service for people experiencing homelessness travelled to Kalgoorlie-Boulder this week to meet key service providers ahead of setting up in the Goldfields.

Madeleine Clark

NetballTop premier division teams in key pre-finals clash

Imperials and Sonix to clash in finals dress rehearsal in Eastern Goldfields Netball Association’s premier division.

Neale Harvey

Cashing inKarora eyes ramping up of nickel production at Beta Hunt

Gold miner Karora Resources is looking to cash in on the nickel resurgence by ramping up mining of the battery metal at its Beta Hunt operation at Kambalda.

Neil Watkinson

working womenPremiumCurtin to help women ensure financial independence

Kalgoorlie-Boulder women are urged to attend a free career workshop to take ownership of their careers and ensure economic independence. 

Madeleine Clark

consent in demandKal youth workers refresh on consent

“The highest demand was for the healthy relationships and consent session — we are seeing this demand Statewide,” YEP Project co-ordinator Lorna Geraghty said.

Madeleine Clark

Wills DaySalvation Army set on increasing wills

Statistics reveal more than one million Australians over the age of 50, and more than five million people over the age of 25, do not have a will

Madeleine Clark

Boss finedBoss fined for traffic offences taking employee to hospital

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder business owner has been fined $3000 for driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol without a licence when he picked up an injured employee to take them to the hospital.

Amber Lilley

‘stupid decision’Armed man seeking retribution deterred by child

A man who armed himself with a baseball bat when he and nine friends sought retribution for ‘years’ of incidents has been commended for leaving once he realised a child was present with the wanted man.

Amber Lilley

Repeat offenderRepeat thief sentenced to suspended jail term

A repeat thief has been sentenced to a suspended jail term after continuing to steal and trespass at Kalgoorlie-Boulder businesses which have banned him from entering their stores.

Amber Lilley

Lease negotiations PremiumEsperance expected to renew Telstra lease at higher price

The Shire of Esperance is expected to continue leasing a communications tower to Telstra but will considering doubling the annual rent amount.

Amber Lilley

Rejection recommended for petition1080 baiting petition recommended for council rejection

A petition to stop baiting in a rural zone following an “unfortunate incident” in Monjingup that sparked calls for the removal of the practice is expected to receive no support from the Shire of Esperance

Amber Lilley

New cat lawsPremiumProposed cat law changes aim to protect environment

The Shire of Esperance is working to update their local cat laws to enable greater regulation and control of cats in the region.

Amber Lilley

HockeyNorths still dominant in men’s A1 hockey competition

Norths lead the A1 men’s standings by a whopping 28 points.

Neale Harvey

HockeyCollegians too powerful again in women’s A1 hockey

CBC grabbed a 13th win with an 11-0 demolition of Pegasus

Neale Harvey

Controversial proposalPremiumShire of Coolgardie approves $164 million workers’ village

The Shire of Coolgardie says a $164 million, 1500-room workers’ accommodation village will be paid for by ‘external funding sources’, although Tuesday’s special meeting shed no light on what these might be.

Elena Morabito

Dom SheedPremiumHometown boy Sheed returns to run youth engagement programs

West Coast Eagles premiership hero Dom Sheed returned to Kalgoorlie-Boulder this week to run youth engagement programs.

Carwyn Monck

HockeySouchon a standout at national hockey titles

Goldfields hockey star Chris Souchon complemented an impressive season with All-Australian selection at the national country championships in Albany.

Neale Harvey

RacingStar gelding wins Kambalda Cup

Brock Lewthwaite continues to rack up winners at the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Racing Club.

Neale Harvey