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3 weeks, 3 days ago

Adjusting to life in regional Aussie towns without yellow-top kerb-side recycling

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Callum Darch's car boot is full when he heads off on the 420-kilometre trip to see his parents in Perth. "It's not a small, insignificant town, and they've got goals to be carbon neutral," Callum said, of the coastal city with a population of about 39,000. A national issue Broken Hill resident Maz Hoelscher also grew up learning about the …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Donating blood is mum Elle's way of honouring a baby lost too soon

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Elle Ayling had an uneventful second pregnancy, but when her baby Valley was born in April 2023, it was quickly evident there was something very wrong with her precious daughter. "As soon as we were admitted to Geraldton Regional Hospital, she received two lots of red blood cells and then as soon as we arrived to Perth Children's Hospital she …

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2 months, 1 week ago

Geraldton's yellow submarine re-berthed after years of rust and restoration

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Geraldton's iconic yellow submarine has berthed in its new home after years of planning, restoration and a contentious debate over where it should be displayed. "At the front of Dad's workshop was the submarine and we'd get into trouble for playing in that," Shane Rowe said. Placement decisions Current Rotary Club of Batavia Coast member Peter Teakle became involved a …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Fears new WA gun laws will put an end to Geraldton's Crayfish Carnival

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For 43 years, people who love the sport of clay target shooting have descended on Geraldton, 400 kilometres north of Perth, for a popular annual festival testing their skills. But Olympic athletes and an event organiser now fear that new WA gun laws will be the end of the Crayfish Carnival, which was held over the weekend. "And because of …

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4 months ago

Gaming space The Zone helps neurodiverse, autistic, ADHD gamers build friendships

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Alicia Kimberley has always struggled to find things for her nine-year-old son Corbin to do. "It went from once a week to twice a week because we've seen how much he's loved and thrived being a part of it," she said. "Quite often they'll come in very shy, hiding behind mum's legs, not sure of what to do," she said. …

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4 months, 2 weeks ago

North West Coastal Highway reopens after man dies in crash

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A 36-year-old man has died after his van collided with a truck on the highway connecting Geraldton and Exmouth in Western Australia. Police say the man died at the scene on the North West Coastal Highway at about 7:30pm on Wednesday. Trucks, cars, caravans and boats lined the North West Coastal Highway at Ajana. The North West Coastal Highway road …

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6 months, 2 weeks ago

Relief and hope after rain breaks drought for farmers across WA's northern Wheatbelt

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In short: Widespread rain across the northern half of WA's Wheatbelt has broken an extended dry spell. Widespread rain across the northern half of WA's Wheatbelt has broken an extended dry spell. Farmers across Western Australia's prime agricultural region are rejoicing, after more than 120 millimetres of rain ended a lengthy dry spell and created the perfect start to growing …

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7 months, 2 weeks ago

Glenn Barndon marks 40 years of commentating for WA's Great Northern Football League

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Like many young boys, Glenn Barndon would play kick to kick by himself in the backyard, commentating with the names of players of the time. "We've had a number of stations along the way, a few commercial FM stations, and now we're on Radio Mama, which is an Aboriginal community station and we've been there for about 10 or so …

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9 months ago

Geraldton court hears 13yo accused of burglary and stealing had been living with no adult for two weeks

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In short: Five boys aged between 12 and 15 appeared in Geraldton Magistrate's court facing burglary and stealing charges on Thursday. Five boys aged between 12 and 15 appeared in Geraldton Magistrate's court facing burglary and stealing charges on Thursday. A Geraldton magistrate has expressed his frustration after learning a 13-year-old boy accused of burglary and stealing has been left …

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1 year ago

Bushfire alert downgraded for Chapman Valley, Northampton as firefighters contain blaze

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A bushfire that threatened lives and homes in Western Australia's Mid West has been downgraded as firefighters work to contain the blaze. Key points: Firefighters are working to contain a bushfire that threatened lives and homes in WA's Mid West Residents credit volunteers with saving multiple properties from flames The North West Coastal highway remains closed, with conditions to be …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Geraldton basketballer Liam Hunt set to play in Germany after traumatic leg injury

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Geraldton basketballer Liam Hunt has flown out to Germany to play professionally, three years after a traumatic leg injury. Key points: Liam Hunt badly damaged his leg during a basketball game in 2020 His plans to play in Germany were put on hold while he recovered He will compete in the German 2023-24 season The Geraldton Buccaneers player was expected …

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1 year, 5 months ago

WA cultural heritage act not to blame for halting of Queen's Jubilee event, family says

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An Aboriginal woman involved in halting a tree-planting ceremony in Western Australia says her family was not consulted about the decision to honour the late Queen Elizabeth II on what is a significant site to them. Key points: Mayor Shane Van Styn said on Facebook that new cultural heritage laws were apparently invoked to put the event on pause Donna …

Cultural Queen Act Event Ronan Aboriginal Geraldton

1 year, 7 months ago

Remote WA residents craving airline competition welcome new carrier Nexus

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Outback residents fed up with poor airline reliability have welcomed a new passenger service, which will start operating throughout northern WA in July. Key points: A new airline will provide services in towns along WA's coast and Kununurra Residents hope the extra competition will see cheaper fares and more flights The announcement follows ongoing frustration over unreliable passenger flights Nexus …

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1 year, 8 months ago

Geraldton Buccaneers' championship trio take to NBL1 West basketball court after three-year wait

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The Geraldton Buccaneers are hoping an injury-free line-up will keep their championship window alive after being outplayed in the final quarter of the NBL1 West grand final last year. Key points: After three years apart, the Buccs trio will play together again The senior players all spent time on the sideline due to injuries The Buccaneers hope a full-strength side …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Geraldton Buccaneers grand final heartbreak after a historic comeback season

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The coach of the Geraldton Buccaneers says his players should not lose sight of a successful season despite their heartbreaking NBL1 West grand final loss. Key points: Season favourites Geraldton Buccaneers beaten by Rockingham Fouls caused rotation mayhem for coach Dayle Joseph Liam Hunt was emotional after a miracle basketball comeback The "Buccs" pulled off one of their strongest seasons …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Qantas announces more flight interruptions amid $15m WA tourism campaign

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Tourism and health industries in the Midwest are being hit hard by ongoing flight disruptions and Qantas has announced that cancellations could extend to October. Key points: Disruptions and altered schedules are costing people money and time, angry doctors and business owners say A Geraldton business leader says Qantas is risking its reputation Qantas says flight volumes will increase once …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Critically ill COVID patients in regional WA to be sent to Perth for treatment

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The WA Country Health Service says regional COVID patients who become critically ill and need to be placed on ventilators will be transferred to Perth for treatment. Key points: The WA Country Health Service says regional hospitals are "prepared" for a COVID outbreak Critical patients in the regions will be treated in Perth Air purifiers will be used in regional …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Geraldton father charged after allegedly striking 2yo son with electrical cord

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A 31-year-old Geraldton man has been remanded in custody after being charged by police with striking his two-year-old son with electrical cord. Key points: Police allege the two-year-old boy was struck twice The accused has been remanded in custody after making no application for bail He is due to appear in court next week Lewis David Cringle was arrested on …

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3 years ago

Geraldton fairy door trail helps community connect with nature and keep Chapman River clean

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Kerryn Belli has always found the Chapman River in Western Australia's Midwest to be a magical place. And now a section of the tranquil trail, from Spalding Park to the river mouth, is home to 10 fairy doors set up by Ms Belli and her husband Dean. Keep your eyes peeled Kerryn Belli was inspired to create a fairy door …

Denmark River Door Doors Fairy Trail Geraldton

3 years, 2 months ago

Alternate workspaces in Geraldton schools have positive impact on students with autism

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Alternate workspaces in two Geraldton schools created to help support students living with autism have been hailed a success months after the rooms opened. Key points: Four Geraldton schools are working together to provide greater support for neurodiverse students Students can use alternate workspaces to focus on work, self-regulate behaviour and emotions, and recharge The spaces at Wandina Primary School …

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3 years, 4 months ago

High levels of youth seeking out Geraldton homelessness services sees demand outstrip resources

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A Midwest youth homelessness service says it has recorded the highest levels of demand for its resources in 10 years. Key points: Youth homelessness service has had more demand than available services Getting young people into houses currently a ‘slow’ process Geraldton’s tight rental market a contributing factor Short Term Accommodation for Youth, otherwise known as STAY, is based in …

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3 years, 5 months ago

COVID breach at Geraldton Hospital where COVID-infected crew member from MV Emerald Indah treated

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A staff member is in isolation and dozens of patients and other staff are required to get COVID tests following a breach of protocol at Geraldton Hospital where an infected crew member from a bulk carrier was being treated, health authorities have revealed. Key points: The infected crew member was in the ED for up to three hours The infected …

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