Local News
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'Prognosis terrifying' for young boy struck by car in Cooloongup
The family of a young boy who was hit by a car in Cooloongup earlier this month say his "prognosis is terrifying" and discussions are underway on whether he will be able to walk or talk again.
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K9 Rescue's long-term resident in desperate search for loving home
One of K9 Rescue's long-term residents is in desperate need of a loving home after spending nearly two-years at the Mandurah shelter.
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West Coast Radio announcer Darragh O’Dea takes out Best Local Show at Australian Audio Awards
West Coast Radio announcer Darragh O’Dea has been recognised at the inaugural Australian Audio Awards for having one of the best local radio shows in the country.
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Lucky escape for two people after boat smashes into Mandurah Estuary Bridge
Two people have escaped serious injury after their boat smashed into the Mandurah Estuary Bridge.
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Secret Harbour Golf Links to host WA's most prestigious golf tournament
Secret Harbour Golf Links will be hosting the WA Open Golf Championship for the first time in October.
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Upgrades begin on Kwinana Loop Trail
Upgrades are underway on the Kwinana Loop Trail with the project set to improve connectivity and accessibility across the popular bushland trail network.
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Shire of Harvey councillors vote in favour of city status
The Shire of Harvey could soon become a city after councillors voted in favour of a reclassification.
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Erskine syndicate shares in division one Lotto win
An Erskine syndicate has shared in a division one Saturday Lotto win.
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Man accused of chasing down boy in Greenfields car park before assaulting him and stealing bicycle
A 27-year-old man has been charged over the alleged assault of a boy in Greenfields.
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New logo, website, ticketing system for Mandurah Performing Arts Centre
The Mandurah Performing Arts Centre (ManPAC) has undergone a fresh rebrand.
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Perth, Mandurah households and businesses urged to turn off sprinklers now
Households and businesses across southern WA are being urged to switch off their reticulation from today, one week ahead of the the annual Sprinkler Switch-off.
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Wannabe barbers caught on CCTV in bizarre Rockingham break-in
Two men have allegedly been caught on CCTV in a bizarre barbershop break-in.
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Mandurah residents encouraged to have their say on proposed 4.95% rate increase, Long Term Financial Plan
Mandurah residents are being encouraged to have their say on the City's Long Term Financial Plan and a proposed 4.95 per cent rate increase for the 2026-27 financial year.
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Developers sought for more housing in Rockingham
The State Government is calling on experienced developers to deliver more housing in Rockingham.
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Lamp electrical fault deemed the cause of Parmelia house fire
Fire has completely destroyed a Parmelia home.
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Elderly man, woman injured in South Western Highway crash
Police are calling on witnesses to a serious crash in Whitby near Mundijong.
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Mayor denies Waikiki Primary School told to revert back to traditional siren
Rockingham Mayor Lorna Buchan has denied claims that the City ordered Waikiki Primary School to revert back to a standard siren during the school day after a complaint from a nearby resident.
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New AI safety cameras capture shocking images of unrestrained children
The State Government's new AI safety cameras have captured shocking images of unrestrained children.
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Woman arrested after fight breaks out at Cooloongup Salvos
A woman has been arrested after a fight broke out at a Salvation Army store in Cooloongup.
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Halls Head Football and Netball Club help tackle childhood hunger
Halls Head Football and Netball Club are spreading awareness of childhood hunger and poverty in the Peel region by featuring a local charity's logo on their jerseys.
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Finalists celebrated at City of Rockingham’s 2026 Volunteer Recognition Awards
Finalists in the City of Rockingham's 2026 Volunteer Recognition Awards were celebrated in a ceremony last week.
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Six stores shut down under WA's new tobacco and vaping laws
Six stores have been shut down and a haul of illegal cigarettes and vapes seized as Western Australia's tough new tobacco and vaping laws came into force last week.
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City of Kwinana proposes 4.5 per cent rate rise
Ratepayers across Kwinana are being asked to have their say on a proposed rate rise for the 2026–27 financial year.
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Recreational boat fishers offered $50 rebate for fishing gear at participating tackle shops
Recreational boat fishers are being offered a rebate of up to $50 for the purchase of fishing gear through participating Western Australian tackle stores.
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Waikiki teen among the best CrossFit athletes in the world
A Waikiki teenager has been ranked among the best CrossFit athletes in the world.
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Mandurah's Kerrie Overell crowned WA Volunteer of the Year
Mandurah's own Kerrie Overell has been crowned WA Volunteer of the Year.
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Wellard home destroyed by fire
Fire has destroyed a home in Wellard overnight.
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Woman fined $7k after catching 134 undersize crabs in Coodanup
A 28-year-old woman has been fined $7700 after she was caught with a haul of undersize blue swimmer crabs in Coodanup.
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Mandurah mayor Amber Kearns 'disappointed' in councillor Peter Rogers' decision to resign
Mandurah mayor Amber Kearns has expressed her disappointment after councillor Peter Rogers announced his resignation two years before his term was due to end.
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Speed limit dropped to 70km/h on stretch of Mandurah Road in Secret Harbour
Motorists travelling along Mandurah Road in Secret Harbour will notice a speed limit reduction from this week.
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WA Police officer tragically dies in hospital days after Hopeland crash
WA Police have confirmed one of their own has died in hospital days after a serious crash in Hopeland.
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Young Mandurah swimmer selected to compete at Special Olympics Australia National Games
The community is rallying behind a young swimmer as he prepares to represent Western Australia on the national stage.
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Man charged after allegedly punching police officer in the face in Dawesville
A 25-year-old man has been charged after allegedly punching a police officer in the face at a house party in Dawesville.
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Farm stay destroyed by fire in Baldivis
A fire has torn through a farm stay in Baldivis.

