Local News
-
City of Rockingham's e-waste recycling efforts recognised
The City of Rockingham’s efforts to reduce the amount of electronic waste (e-waste) entering landfill have been recognised, after nearly 39 tonnes was recycled in the first year of the City’s E-waste Recycling and Reuse program.
-
Building company fined $45k after worker falls from second storey in Safety Bay
A building company has been fined $45,000 and ordered to pay $5000 in costs after a worker fell three metres at a construction site in Safety Bay.
-
Bunbury man fined for leaving dog tied to washing line with no shade or water
A 26-year-old man has been fined $3000 and banned from owning an animal for five years after leaving his dog tied to a washing line without access to shade or water.
-
Works begin on Waroona Town Centre transformation
The revitalisation of Waroona's Town Centre is officially underway, with work beginning today on the Waroona Community Precinct.
-
Woman who left dog in 39 degree heat with no water charged with animal cruelty
On 19 January, a cruelty report was made about an emaciated dog. The caller expressed concerns about whether the dog had access to adequate food, water or shelter.
-
Rider injured in Coodanup crash
A motorcyclist has suffered suspected broken bones following a crash in Coodanup.
-
Mandurah's first enclosed dog park attracts thousands since opening
Mandurah’s first enclosed dog park in Dudley Park has welcomed more than 26,000 visits within the first six months of opening.
-
First design images of $28m Mandurah homeless facility revealed
The first design images of the new $28.1 million homeless facility in Mandurah have been released.
-
Man dies after confronting alleged bicycle thief
A 42-year-old man has died after being stabbed by a teenage boy in Perth's south.
-
Damaging winds, heavy rainfall on its way to Mandurah
Mandurah residents are being urged to prepare for severe weather set to hit the region this afternoon and into tonight.
-
Severe weather to hit Mandurah and surrounds
A severe weather warning has been issued for Mandurah, Perth and the South West.
-
Hastie retains seat of Canning for fourth time
Andrew Hastie has retained his Liberal seat of Canning in a close contest with Labor candidate Amanda Hunt.
-
Ride to school event promotes Bikelinc registrations
The City of Kwinana has partnered with Honeywood Primary School to encourage Bikelinc registrations in a pilot project expected to be rolled out in other schools.
-
City of Rockingham to sell aged care home to The Bethanie Group
The City of Rockingham has reached an agreement with The Bethanie Group (Bethanie) for the sale of its residential aged care facility, Bert England Lodge.
-
Kwinana lithium plant produces Australia's first battery-grade lithium hydroxide
A lithium plant in Kwinana has produced Australia's first battery-grade lithium hydroxide.
-
State Government expands free flu jabs to at-risk groups
The State Government has expanded its influenza (flu) immunisation program to include at-risk groups not already funded under the National Immunisation Program (NIP).
-
Peel region fruit picker becomes first person in WA jailed over animal cruelty
WARNING: This story contains distressing content.
-
Voting rules changed to allow COVID positive residents to vote by phone
COVID-19 positive Australians will still be able to vote in Saturday's Federal Election after a change in voting rules.
-
Man hospitalised after assault in Rockingham
Rockingham Detectives are investigating an incident that occurred in Rockingham between 11pm on Wednesday 11 May and 12.30am Thursday 12 May 2022.
-
Winter road safety reminder after spike in animal collisions
RAC is urging motorists to slow down and keep an eye out for wildlife when travelling on regional roads, after a spike in animal collision claims in April.
-
Peel region bakery, breweries share in Federal Government energy grants
Five small and medium food and beverage manufacturers in the Peel region have received Federal Government grants to help cut their energy costs.
-
Winning Monday Lotto ticket sold from Waikiki newsagency
WA has recorded its seventh Monday Lotto win for 2022.
-
Student charged over alleged knife incident at Gilmore College
A 14-year-old boy has been charged over an alleged knife incident at a high school in Orelia.
-
Mandurah SES responds to calls for assistance after overnight storm
The SES have responded to callouts in Mandurah overnight after a storm hit the region.
-
Driver airlifted to hospital following Lake Clifton crash
A man has been airlifted to hospital after a crash in Lake Clifton.
-
Whitehills Beach reopens to 4WDs
Four-wheel-drive access to Whitehills beach in Bouvard is now permitted.
-
City of Mandurah to consider 4.43 per cent rate rise
City of Mandurah residents could be paying more on their rates this 2022-23 financial year.
-
Missing man last seen in Mandurah
Police have concerns for the welfare of a 32-year-old missing man.
-
Skipper rescued off Rockingham beach
A man has been rescued after falling from his boat off the Rockingham Foreshore.
-
Much-needed upgrades to Thomas Road one step closer
Much-needed upgrades to Thomas Road are another step closer with the State Government announcing a $145 million investment as part of the 2022-23 State Budget.
-
Family and domestic violence counselling coming to Rockingham
Young people who have been exposed to family and domestic violence (FDV) will be supported through a new counselling service in Rockingham.
-
State Budget 2022-23: What it means for the Peel region
The State Budget 2022-23 has been handed down with the State Government delivering a near-record $5.7 billion surplus.
-
Federal Government invests $1.7m to help fix damaged roof at MARC
The Federal Government will invest $1.7 million to design and construct a new roof over the 25-metre indoor pool at the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre (MARC).
-
WA records huge surge in COVID cases
WA has recorded a huge spike in COVID cases with 17,033 reported on Wednesday.
-
City of Rockingham launches newest destination marketing campaign
The City of Rockingham has launched its newest destination marketing campaign for autumn – Rediscover Natural Beauty. Rediscover Rockingham.
-
Man assaulted and robbed in Mandurah on Sunday morning
Mandurah Detectives are seeking information regarding a violent assault and robbery in Mandurah on Sunday 8 May 2022.
-
Mandurah work colleagues claim $1.8 million Lotto ticket
A group of nine work colleagues will share $1.8 million after claiming a winning Saturday Superdraw Lotto ticket.
-
City secures funding for Rae Road Shared Path project
Accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists moving along one of Rockingham’s most important stretches of road will soon be enhanced, after the City of Rockingham secured $325,000 from the Department of Transport (DoT) towards the construction of the first stage of the Rae Road Shared Path project.
-
Early voting centres open in Mandurah, Rockingham
Early voting centres have opened across the State today ahead of the Federal Election on May 21.
-
Winning Lotto ticket worth $1.8m sold in Mandurah
It will be a Mother's Day to remember for one lucky person after a winning Lotto ticket worth over $1.8 million was sold in Mandurah.
-
Concerns for missing Mandurah mother and baby
Police are calling on the public’s help to find a missing Mandurah mother and four-month-old baby.