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A new chapter for Margaret River wines

In a promising development for the Western Australian wine industry, Chinese delegates recently toured our renowned wine regions for the first time since trade...

Turtle volunteers set to start tracking

The region's volunteer turtle tracking army swings into action this week for a six-week program to help save native freshwater snake-neck turtles. The Augusta Margaret...

Quirky art exhibition lifts spirits

Intergenerational playgroup to mark 20 years

The Margaret River Intergenerational Playgroup is celebrating two decades, with families and senior residents spending time playing together each week. Group coordinator Mary Elton said...

Commune, and swoon, in this Busselton beauty

As a pixie, we hear whispers carried easily in the breeze. So, when I spied with my little pixie eyes a tantalising tale drifting past,...

Young drivers take part in Vasse vehicle sessions

Young locals have been given some essential skills and knowledge to help them on the road, thanks to a partnership between Vasse Estate and...

Phone box delivers lifeline for DV survivors

A new initiative has arrived at the Busselton Library, aimed at providing a safe way for Domestic Violence victim-survivors to communicate freely. Resident Akita Princi...

Vasse calls in two imports to bolster chances

VASSE Cricket Club has recruited two talented overseas batsmen to bolster their chances in the BMRCA A-Grade competition this season. They are Ross Kettlewell, an...

Mitre 10 in the pink for Breast Cancer Awareness month

The team at Margaret River Mitre 10 has 'gone pink', transforming the store with donation boxes and pink decorations ahead of a major fundraising...

Environmental experts: 'It's time to do something'

The region's flora and fauna are facing major challenges as our climate dries and rainfall hits record lows - but there are ways each...

Ukraine warzone inspires Busselton local

While Ukraine may seem distant from our peaceful shores, for Busselton local Helena Chlepnac, the ongoing war hits very close to home. Born of Ukrainian...

Rio Tinto extends support for student training program

Rio Tinto has announced a new partnership to support The Apprentice and Traineeship Company to connect students with local businesses to undertake traineeships in...