Augusta-Margaret River Mail
Monday, 4 December 2023
South West's ancient stories shared in new experience
The 'Ancient Lands Experience' allows visitors to Ngilgi Cave to learn more about the 600-million-year story of the Margaret River region. Pictures by Tim Campbell/Capes Foundation.
Community cricket clubs to benefit from NRMA grants program
Australian national cricket team player, Cameron Green (from Perth), with members of Secret Harbour Dockers Cricket Club from Golden Bay. Picture supplied.
Finn Coleman
Yallingup stunner wins WA Home of the Year
Built by Tallwood Custom Built Homes, the Yallingup home features rammed limestone walls, weathered timber, and expansive double glazed windows.
Opinion
Poor little Jenkins, how will he cope with girls?
Garry Linnell
Some people genuinely believe in the superiority of elite same-sex education. Picture Shutterstock
Watch
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
Anna Houlahan
From Akubra to Speedo: who owns Australia's most iconic brands?
Students push for change with council letters
Year 5 students from Margaret River Independent School, Oscar Hardy and Leeuwin Firth, busy writing letters to the AMR Shire asking for action to be taken on local issues. Picture supplied.
Juniors bring home Trigg Point titles | Photos
Picture via Surfing WA // Salt Diaries
Long wait for good news on blue whale tag
The tagging team preparing to tag a blue whale not far off Dunsborough. The shallow, clear waters help to make the difficult tagging process easier. Picture supplied.
Theatre group calls auditions for next drama
Jaime Werren (second left) directs actors from the MR Theatre Group at HEART. She says she is looking forward to staging the group's first drama since the pandemic.
Nicky Lefebvre
South West hosts needed for Japanese school visit
Nicky Lefebvre
Hosts are needed in Bunbury, Busselton and Dunsborough areas. Picture via GOLD Educational Tours.
Watts turns up the heat on Vasse A Grade
Allan Miller
Phil Watts was in great form for Dunsborough in Saturday's A-Grade game against Vasse at Dunsborough. Picture by Vanessa Hatton.
What's on
Festive fun for everyone at Mitchell Park
Festive fun for everyone at Mitchell Park
Into the heart of South West underground art scene
'Art To Choke Hearts' combines the best of the region's underground art and music scenes.
Nicky Lefebvre
Photos
Heatwave forces Cowaramup Bay Day back to school
Cowaramup Primary School had to relocate their Say G'Day to the Bay Day due to last week's extreme heat. Picture by Chloe Motzouris.
Gold Coast out of running to host 2026 Comm Games
The Gold Coast has scrapped its bid to host the Commonwealth Games for a second time in eight years. (Regi Varghese/AAP PHOTOS)
Suzanne Simonot • 1hr ago
Beefed up detention laws to be nutted out in parliament
Dominic Giannini • 1hr ago
Clare O'Neil is pursuing new laws to lock up offenders recently released from immigration detention. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)
French foreign minister looks to deepen defence ties
Dominic Giannini • 1hr ago
French Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Catherine Colonna, is visiting Australia this week. (EPA PHOTO)

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Augusta-Margaret River Mail
South West's ancient stories shared in new experience
The 'Ancient Lands Experience' allows visitors to Ngilgi Cave to learn more about the 600-million-year story of the Margaret River region. Pictures by Tim Campbell/Capes Foundation.
Community cricket clubs to benefit from NRMA grants program
Finn Coleman
Australian national cricket team player, Cameron Green (from Perth), with members of Secret Harbour Dockers Cricket Club from Golden Bay. Picture supplied.
Yallingup stunner wins WA Home of the Year
Built by Tallwood Custom Built Homes, the Yallingup home features rammed limestone walls, weathered timber, and expansive double glazed windows.
Opinion
Poor little Jenkins, how will he cope with girls?
Garry Linnell
Some people genuinely believe in the superiority of elite same-sex education. Picture Shutterstock
Students push for change with council letters
Year 5 students from Margaret River Independent School, Oscar Hardy and Leeuwin Firth, busy writing letters to the AMR Shire asking for action to be taken on local issues. Picture supplied.

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National
Trillions in assets eyed in bid to boost investment
The government is trying to drum up private sector investment for energy, defence and social issues. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)
Dominic Giannini • 1hr ago
Superannuation access for retirees goes under spotlight
Dominic Giannini • 1hr ago
The number of retirees with a super account is expected to double over the next decade. (Paul Miller/AAP PHOTOS)
Mourners to farewell slain SA cop Jason Doig
Neve Brissenden • 1hr ago
Brevet Sergeant Jason Doig was shot and killed during an incident in SA's southeast last month. (HANDOUT/SA POLICE)
Indigenous children experiencing fewer hearing problems
Neve Brissenden • 1hr ago
New figures show hearing problems among Indigenous children have declined but are still too high. (HANDOUT/HEARING AUSTRALIA)
Advice
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Ali & Gaby Rosenberg
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Sport
Row erupts over AFL, cricket team relocation project
The government unveiled an artist's impression of the showgrounds stadium during the Gabba rebuild. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Laine Clark
Matildas, 2000 water polo team win Don, Dawn awards
Roger Vaughan
The Matildas, who reached the World Cup semis, have won Sport Australia Hall Of Fame's Don award. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Athletics in 'survival mode' after Games cancellation
Rachael Ward
Athletics Australia says Victoria's cancellation of the Commonwealth Games had a devastating impact. (EPA PHOTO)
Community cricket clubs to benefit from NRMA grants program
Finn Coleman
Australian national cricket team player, Cameron Green (from Perth), with members of Secret Harbour Dockers Cricket Club from Golden Bay. Picture supplied.
Juniors bring home Trigg Point titles | Photos
Picture via Surfing WA // Salt Diaries
PropertyView
Sneak peek: Inside the beach house tipped to break the Byron Bay record
The home is tipped to break the Byron Bay record of $37 million. Pic: Supplied
Jen Melocco
See inside the Byron Bay house Carrie Bickmore is selling
Jen Melocco
The Byron Bay home is made for outdoor entertaining and summer living. Picture: Supplied
Photos
Longterm superhosts set to sell Australia's 'best nature stay'
Hamish Geale
Gordon Cuff and Susie Aulich have owned The Trig for the past 16 years. Pictures supplied
Accused mushroom cook's property snapped up before auction
The Mount Waverley townhouse sold prior to auction. Pic Supplied.
Jen Melocco
Regional renters hit as more of Australia becomes unaffordable
Jen Melocco
The options for renting an affordable home is becoming rarer for those in regional Australia.
View Media Group back AI that transforms the real estate search
Jen Melocco
The virtual concierge, Claire by Propic, is a first port of call in house hunting.
What's On
Swing to a new rhythm in Yallingup | The Pickled Pixie
The Pickled Pixie takes a deep dive into the sumptuous menu at the Swings & Roundabouts Yallingup menu.
The Pickled Pixie
Into the heart of South West underground art scene
Nicky Lefebvre
'Art To Choke Hearts' combines the best of the region's underground art and music scenes.
Is Donna Hay's dish the only roast chook recipe you'll ever need?
Karen Hardy
Roast garlic chicken on potato and leek gratin. Picture by Chris Court. Recipe and styling: Donna Hay
Motherland: a love song to Jamaican cuisine
Karen Hardy
Peanut and sweet potato stew. Picture supplied
BOOM! Comedian set to light up HEART stage
Beloved Australian comedian Joel Creasey brings his latest show, 'BOOM' to Margaret River in july 2024. Picture supplied.
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Immerse yourself in a cinematic experience with Samsung OLED
Samsung OLED TVs offer great viewing from virtually every seat with Ultra Wide Viewing Angle. Picture supplied.
21 years strong in Esperance & Geraldton
Rabobank Esperance team. Picture supplied
Five reasons why the Zown app is a must-have for tweens and teens
Elizabeth Habermann
Zown is a safe, positive mobile app for children aged between eight and 14. Picture Zown
How today's evolving retirement villages can benefit seniors and society
Keyton retirement communities foster friendship and fun. Picture supplied
Waterways, wine and wildlife are the order of this cruise
Emma Brown
Impressive cliffs scoured by the river over millions of years along the Murray River. Picture Shutterstock
Photos and Video
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Advice
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Ali & Gaby Rosenberg
Review
Australian battlers an antidote to Christmas cheesiness
Cris Kennedy
This Australian film is a character study about a handful of folk living on the fringes. Picture supplied
Review
Coming of age drama is folksy fun
Jane Freebury
Julian Dennison in Uproar. Picture supplied
States, territories demand share of Commonwealth riches 'in perpetuity'
Adrian Rollins
The state and territories want Treasurer Jim Chalmers to gurantee a GST top-up 'in perpetuity'. Picture: Canberra Times/ Gary Ramage
Opinion
How Dutton is shaping his PM persona
Michelle Grattan
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton with his eye on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's chair during a division. Picture by Gary Ramage
Comment
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Advice
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Ali & Gaby Rosenberg
Opinion
How Dutton is shaping his PM persona
Michelle Grattan
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton with his eye on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's chair during a division. Picture by Gary Ramage
Real Australia
Taste of the unexpected with farmers pranked on their Friday night at the pub
Chris McLennan
There were lots of fun and games in town after the Wycheproof sheep sale, not much in the way of takeaway food.
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If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
If these waters could talk: Discover Bangkok through its River of Kings
Narina Exelby
Visit this gem of an island in the Adriatic as part of a cruise
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Shifting sands: This gorgeous island in Queensland is on the move
Carrie Hutchinson
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Deal of the week: Save more than 40 per cent on a holiday in Bali
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Discovering the Best Hammam Experience in Istanbul: A Blend of Tradition and Luxury
Explore the best hammam experience in Istanbul, guiding you to a place where you can immerse yourself in a blend of luxury and tradition. Picture Shutterstock
Two Ways to Go
The ultimate city beach showdown - Bondi v St Kilda
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
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Found! The most amazing places to stay in Byron Bay
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What's it like to drink - and eat - in the best bar in Australia?
Akash Arora
What's it like to drink - and eat - in the best bar in Australia?
Car Expert
2024 SsangYong Musso XLV review
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Matt Campbell
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Volkswagen Amarok: Australian supply improving
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Used car prices keep falling as market supply improves
Mike Costello
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Scott Collie
The Senior
World War II veteran Reg Chard celebrates 100th birthday
World War II veteran Reg Chard in his home at Villawood, Sydney, NSW. Picture supplied
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
Staff Reporter
Film explores minds of neurodiverse musos
Discover the processes that spark genius in this engrossing film.
Staff Reporter
Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
Cultural exchange all in a day's work for Ebenezer
Ghana migrant Ebenezer Banful prides himself on connecting cultures.
Rowan Cowley
ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
Farm Weekly
Highly sought after properties for the Christmas stocking
Wishlist properties are available across the State of Western Australia.
Mel Williams
Australia backs COP28 renewables, energy efficiency vow
More than 115 countries at COP28 have vowed to triple renewable energy capacity by 2030. (AP PHOTO)
Bunbury median house prices out-perform in the regions
Mel Williams
Bunbury Farmers Market is a drawcard for tourists and locals and sells fresh produce from across WA.
Life & Style
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Advice
Three easy ways you can save money without noticing
Ali & Gaby Rosenberg
Mining town cottage treated to a fresh face
Carefully detailing ensured the charm of the original charred brickwork was retained. Picture by Light and Lines
Reducing the risk of a li-ion fire at home
Use batteries carefully to reduce the risk of a house fire. Picture Shutterstock