2+ week, 4+ day ago (26+ words) The South West's top tourism operators stole the spotlight at the 2025 Perth Airport WA Tourism Awards, with several local businesses taking home major honours...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (268+ words) Saturday November 15, 4pm, Clancy's Fish Pub, Fremantle This two-stage mini festival brings a great line-up of bands, headed up be the original duo of Things Of Stone And Wood. They are joined by The Witchy Djypsies, Toby Beard and band, Carus Thompson, Helen Shanahan and band, Nathan Gaunt, Lachy John and The Red Bellies, Billie Rogers and band, and Benny Rowe. Tickets $49.50, children $22.45 from Oztix. Saturday November 15 to March 28, 2026, 11am-8pm, Hotel Rottnest, Rottnest Ongoing until November 30, various locations, Fremantle This large festival titled Sanctuary 25 this year, encompasses more than 90 events and performances, featuring 115 artists across 25 commissions, including 19 world premieres. There are large-scale public artworks, installations, live performances, music, exhibitions and contemporary dance. Free and ticketed events. For more info visit fremantlebiennale.com.au. Wednesday November 19 to 20, 7.30pm, State Theatre Centre WA, Perth If you don't like cricket, you love it, then you won't…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (294+ words) We're rightly proud of our State and the lifestyle it affords us.But celebrating with a dedicated WA Day Festival provides a fresh opportunity to consider what's important to us. Every now and then, life gives us a chance to reflect This weekend is one such occasion As West Australians, we're rightly proud of our State and the lifestyle it affords us But celebrating with a dedicated WA Day Festival provides a fresh opportunity to consider what's important to us Families came out in their thousands today " and will do so again tomorrow " to enjoy rides, amusements and a showcase of some of the best of WA music The fun and experiences " as diverse as panning for gold, celebrating and learning about Noongar culture and watching in awe the achievements of others, like brave skydivers " reflect the values that shape…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (48+ words) Bethany Hiatt is The West Australian's education reporter, covering issues from kindergarten to university and everything in between. Prior to joining The West, she worked as a high school teacher and on suburban newspapers. She began her journalism career as a cadet at Perth's Daily News....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (541+ words) The Rotary Club of Boulder's annual online radio auction achieved a record number of sponsor donations at its 40th event, raising $121,000 for local beneficiaries during last Friday's launch party....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (115+ words) Five Kimberley businesses have walked away from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services Volunteer Employer Recognition Awards with wins, showcasing the regions community spirit. Emergency Services Minister Paul Papalia thanked volunteers and the businesses. "VERA celebrates and acknowledges employers who go above and beyond to enable their staff to respond to emergencies during work hours," he said. "The Cook Government recognises the employers and organisations who strive to generously contribute to our State's successful emergency services. "On behalf of all Western Australians, I thank our dedicated volunteers who donate their time, playing a key role in keeping our communities safe." The awards ceremony took place at Perth's ANZAC Club on November 7....

2+ week, 5+ day ago (359+ words) Broome's iconic Roebuck Bay Hotel, known locally as "The Roey, was celebrated at the 2025 AHA & Coca-Cola Hospitality Awards for Excellence (AHAWA) at the Hahn Gala Ball held on November 10 at the Crown Perth. In front of more than 1100 guests, The Roey's general manager Tamara Burchell was awarded the coveted Venue Manager Award. This marks her second consecutive win, following her success at the awards in 2024. The Roey was also a finalist across six award categories, including Community Service, Live Entertainment, and Casual Pub Dining (Regional), reflecting its wide-ranging role in the Kimberley's hospitality and events scene. The Roey's general manager and award winner, Tamara Burchell said it was an incredible honour to be recognised again, but the award belonged to the people who make The Roey what it is every day. "We're deeply connected to Broome and proud to support…...

3+ day, 22+ hour ago (67+ words) Kim Macdonald started at The Sunday Times in 1999, and spent five years covering politics and education. She then moved to London and worked for The Daily Express before moving to Sydney to work at The Daily Telegraph, including a six-month stint as acting business editor. She joined The West Australian in 2004 as IR reporter. Her media awards include the Arthur Lovekin Prize for journalism....

3+ week, 5+ day ago (253+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. Streaming services could soon be forced to invest in Australian made content under a new bill being introduced in federal parliament The bill is tipped to boost the Australian screen and arts workers sector by ensuring local stories continue to be produced in Australia The move is part of the government's five-year revive plan to renew the nation's arts, entertainment and cultural sector Arts Minister Tony Burke said free to air and pay television had Australian content requirements, but there had been no guarantee Australian stories would be available on streaming services He said streaming services had created extraordinary shows and this new obligation would ensure Australian stories would continue to be made "We…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago (188+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. Bunbury will be graced with some of the most talented musicians in the State as two major symphonic events are set to hit the stage in the South West The West Australian Symphony Orchestra will perform twice at the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre as part of their 2026 regional touring season WASO will also stop in Mandurah and Albany The first performance at BREC on February 8 will be led by concertmaster Laurence Jackson, one of Australia's most distinguished violinists Jackson will lead the orchestra in a performance celebrating music by Mozart The group will return to Bunbury on September 27, when internationally acclaimed principal conductor Asher Fisch will lead the group in a performance of Tchaikovsky's…...