Mid West

Out of the WoodsOPINION: Powered-up skateboarders push safety envelope

Grant Woodhams is gobsmacked at the sight of a boy on a skateboard in Maitland Park, propelling himself with a leaf blower, and a fella on a motorised skateboard in busy Durlacher Street.

Grant Woodhams

SAFER CROSSINGUnderpass opens up more cycling and walking options

Spalding Park and the Chapman River Regional Park trails are now even more accessible to cyclists and walkers with completion of a new bridge underpass.

Geoff Vivian

GOOD CAUSEVolunteers get ready for Radio Auction for charity

It’s on November 1, but Rotarians are already busy planning this year’s radio auction to raise much-needed funds for charitable and community projects across Geraldton.

Geoff Vivian

DESTINATION SPOTLIGHTGeraldton to host 2021 WA Tourism Conference

Tourism Council WA boss Evan Hall: “We’re looking forward to showcasing (Geraldton) and the surrounding region to tourism businesses and industry delegates from across Western Australia.”

WAM AWARDSweet smell of success for Geraldton punk trio

It started with a bad smell in a Beresford kitchen and ended up roses for Geraldton punk trio RATSALAD.

Liam Beatty

VALLEY REVIVALTrue believers warm to Royals’ winning start to season

“In 27 completed seasons since the Valley’s most recent flag in 1992, they have made the finals just four times with no grand finals. So this year’s 3-0 start is a joy for Royals’ true believers.”

Victor Tanti

MSA PREVIEWRivalry makes for a spicy encounter

Rivalries are set to be renewed this weekend as La Fiamma take on two sides they’ve clashed with over the years in the Midwest Soccer Association.

Reuben Carder

GROYNE PROPOSALPlan to improve water quality at Jurien Bay harbour

A 90m spur groyne addition to the northern breakwater would dramatically improve water quality in the Jurien Bay boat harbour, according to a concept plan.

FISHERIES STINGCarnarvon court hands out big fines for illegal fishing

A Carnarvon court has fined 10 people between $1445 and $10,875 for illegal fishing.

SUSTAINABLE LIVINGOPINION: Sharing produce adds flavour to community

Garden writer Stan Maley visits Brad Letch’s Strathalbyn home, where sustainable living is the goal: “growing our own food and building community at the same time.”

Stan Maley

CLUB RECORDImpressive catches at Kalbarri

Nik Bramwell hauled in a club record with a 13.5kg dhufish, while Kate Ralph won the senior river section with a mixed bag, including a 5.84kg mulloway.

Reuben Carder

Daughter’s tributeSon charged over horror crash that killed parents

A woman has spoken of her family’s devastation at losing both parents in a tragic car crash near Geraldton, in which her brother suffered serious injuries and now faces criminal charges.

Liam Beatty

TOURISM PUSHGeraldton needs signature event, says Papalia

The State Government is keen to fund an annual Geraldton festival to extend the region’s tourism season, according to WA Small Business and Tourism Minister Paul Papalia.

Geoff Vivian

Industry leaderShark Bay’s blue swimmer crabs back for bumper year

The tough decision to close the fishery several years ago to let depleted stocks recover is paying dividends for local fishers, who are predicting the best year in 15 seasons.

Jenne Brammer

GNFL WASH-UPYoung players make their mark in league ranks

Sixteen-year-old Towns footballer Lachie Morphew has won praise for his league debut, as local teams turn to youth to bolster senior ranks.

Liam Beatty

COVID-19 IMPACTIrwin Shire cuts spending and freezes rates

Irwin Shire will cut spending by 9.1 per cent in 2020-21 and has spared ratepayers any rates increase as it grapples with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Liam Beatty

DAIRY DEBATEOPINION: Why changing cheese name was a good idea

Columnist Derek Goforth argues why it was a good decision for a cheesemaker to change a brand name out of racial sensitivities.

Derek Goforth

NEW LEADERYoung fireys all ready for action

Waggrakine Bushfire Brigade cadets have a new leader in Jack Milby, who joined the brigade at age 14. “I really wanted to do something a bit different,” the 21-year-old said.

Adam Poulsen

TOURISM DRAWCARDGrowing support for signature regional event

Tourism minister in Geraldton festival talks with business and community groups.

Geoff Vivian

BASKETBALLBuccaneer to play in Europe-wide league

Jesse Hunt will fly out from WA after this weekend’s West Coast Classic round to play in a Europe-wide basketball competition.

Reuben Carder

Budget squeezeRegional WA journalists ‘blindsided’ by ABC pay cuts

Nearly 40 ABC journalists in WA's mining areas have today been told their regional allowance will be axed, slashing up to $15,000 annually from some payslips.

Caitlyn Rintoul

SERVICE HONOURMedal recognition for Walkaway ambulance volunteer

“There’s been some really horrible moments but it’s such a rewarding experience.” Order of St John Medal recipient Yvonne Cangemi-Martin reflects on her service as an ambulance volunteer.

Liam Beatty