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Varroa mite was detected in beehives around the Port of Newcastle on June 24

Natural beekeepers urge Australia to learn from the mistakes made overseas where bees have become dependent on pharmaceuticals while trying to control varroa mite.

Let them bee: Natural beekeeping teacher says miticides not the answer to varroa parasite

Each year more than 200,000 hives are required for the pollination of the Australian almond crop alone. Photo: File

The news that varroa destructor is on our shores is alarming.

There's more than honey at stake

PAWS THE GAME: Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a stop to play when the pup ran onto the field for a tummy rub. 

Chilean goalkeeper, Christine Elder, called a pause - or a paws - to the game while giving the pup a tummy rub.

Dog runs onto international soccer field, demands pats from players

The King: Austin Butler plays the legendary Mr Presley himself in Baz Luhrmann's new film Elvis, rated M, in cinemas now. Picture: Warner Bros

There's no doubt that Elvis is an enjoyable movie, even at two hours and 40 minutes, but it's not as successful a musical biopic as Rocketman or Walk the Line.

Elvis movie is a good time despite it lacking depth

Aswath Chavittupara and Prasitha Sasidharan say their daughter's death must not be in vain.

WA girl's family await answers at inquest

Climate protesters tried to shut down the Sydney Harbour bridge before marching in the city.

Protesters took over the harbour tunnel in Sydney this morning.

Arrests made after climate change protesters block peak hour traffic

The findings reinforce the need for adequate resources for ICUs, especially in times of high demand.

Third virus wave biggest killer: study

An observer watches the take off on Sunday night.

American space agency NASA has successfully launched its first ever rocket from Australia.

See the moment NASA launches a rocket from the NT

An enthusiastic and colourful group attended the first Witchcliffe Solstice Banquet on December 21, 2021. Photos: Jodie Berry

An enthusiastic and colourful group of 40 attended the inaugural Witchcliffe Solstice Banquet at the town's Druids Hall this week.

Guests kick up their heels at inaugural Witchcliffe Solstice Banquet | Photos

Bruno (Damon Herriman) and Laura (Jackie van Beek) go to a new-age retreat to attempt to reinvigorate their marriage. Picture: Supplied

Everyone speaking gibberish may be a way of illustrating miscommunication, but it's radical.

A weird romp words can't describe

The Shire of Augusta Margaret River has declared a Harvest, Vehicle Movement, Hot Works and Combustion Engines Ban for Christmas Day and Boxing Day, with potential for a Total Fire Ban to also be declared ahead of a forecast heatwave.

Shire issues ban on hot works, vehicle movement, harvest activities ahead of heatwave

Austin Butler electrifies as Elvis. Picture: Universal 

It pulls you up to realise that this is Luhrmann's sixth feature film.

Baz Lurhmann's Elvis is an exhilarating and brilliant homage

Bill and Jenny Bunbury (left) with River Angels founder Lynda Donovan and committee member Sandra Lewis (right). Photos: Linda McKellar

Members of the Augusta Margaret River community gathered at Margaret River Lifestyle Village on Thursday to celebrate a decade of local cancer support service, River Angels.

Decade of dedication: River Angels 10th birthday | Photos

WA Police say further inquiries have ascertained that Mr Marshall was NOT sighted in the Margaret River townsite yesterday afternoon. Last known sighting was the morning of 8 December 2021.

Urgent welfare concerns for man last seen in Margaret River

As the fire emergency continues to threaten lives and homes in the South West of WA, locals and business owners have been quick to show their support for firefighters and volunteers.

Margaret River locals throw support behind firefighters

Chris Hemsworth, Miles Teller and Mark Paguio in Spiderhead. Picture: Netflix

You understand why Hemsworth would have been attracted to the production.

Hemsworth's Spiderhead is a slick, pacey futuristic thriller

The second annual Gracetown Kite Festival sponsored by Flor Marché was held on Sunday November 28 at Gracetown Oval.

Perfect skies for second Gracetown Kite Festival | Photos

PATIENT OPTIONS: Kirsten Pilatti, BCNA CEO talks with Elizabeth Blane in Latrobe, Tasmania during a Breast Cancer Network Australia event. Picture: Paul Scambler

GPs and advocates want to see the telehealth program extended to provide patients with more options on how they access medical care.

Call to re-instate, expand telehealth services ahead of July 1 cut-off

GETTING INTO THE SPIRIT: Women's cricket coordinator Rachel Norman, left, and Cricket WA representative Steve Phillippe, right, with the girls and women who have started Busselton-Margaret River's first women's cricket competition. Photo supplied.

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The Sunset Scorchers competition has already attracted 15 players and is seeking all interested girls and women to take part.

Women's cricket kicks off in South West

The Margaret River community celebrated the return of the town's annual Agricultural Show on Friday, with an opening night fireworks spectacular lighting up Gloucester Park.

Community embraces spirit of the Show | Photos

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The report into Annastacia Palaszczuk's government "aspires to ... encourage openness from the top".

Qld integrity report a 'wake-up call'

Drummer Ashton Irwin of the Australian band 5 Seconds Of Summer suffered stroke symptoms on stage.

5SOS drummer suffers 'symptoms of stroke'

Free vaccinations are available at 2000 GP clinics and pharmacies across Victoria until July 10.

Free flu jab rollout extended in Victoria

The operator of South Australia's Tesla big battery has been ordered to pay a $900,000 fine.

SA company fined over power rules breach

Daniel Andrews told the Rural Press Club visa delays contributed to Victoria's ailing health system.

Andrews pins Vic health recovery on visas

Pressure: Augusta Margaret River's Jake Rodgers takes down his opponent. Pictures: JLG Photographics

Hawks prove to be a threat after win over Panthers

Dunsborough's Jack Medland will be one to watch as the Whalebone Longboard Classic returns to Cottesloe after a two year hiatus. Picture: Surfing WA/Majeks

The Whalebone Classic was established in 1998 after longboarder Peter Dunn discovered a whale bone in the surf at Cottesloe and decided to host a competition in memory of the whale's spirit.

Whalebone Classic back after two year break

Author: Former detective Kristi McVee will release her book Operation KidSafe - A detectives guide to child abuse prevention in mid-July. Picture: supplied.

'My life's mission': former detective's guide to prevent child abuse

Teacher Bernadette Wood, with Arts Margaret River's Steph Kreutzer and Claire Preston from the Margaret River Library. Picture: Supplied

Arts Margaret River will present a series of Prehistoric Animal Activities in two sessions at the Margaret River Library during the school holidays.

Free school holiday fun at Margaret River library

The carcass was reported by Parks and Wildlife Service officers at 12:19pm, having washed ashore approximately 2km north of Myalup Beach.

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Whale carcass washed ashore near Myalup Beach

Kangaroo Island Health Service, Director of Nursing and Midwifery, Katrina Seng at the KI Hospital shortly after taking the position. File photo 

Temporarily suspension of services due to midwifery staff shortages that extends to July 7.

Birthing services suspended again on Kangaroo Island

Boranup Gallery's James Howieson has a vast collection of burlwood from decades of handcrafting fine furniture in the South West. Picture: Supplied 

With master furniture makers at Boranup Gallery set to hang up their tools, an extensive inventory of speciality timbers will be put up for auction in July.

Rare South West timbers heading to the auction block

Renowned Margaret River potter Ian Dowling has provided clay with a historic twist to artists involved in the Soup Kitchen fundraiser. Picture: Alison McKenzie

A little piece of Margaret River history in each bowl

Great catch: As the fishing crowds begin to look north for the winter, Billy Sands caught a nice size mulloway recently off our western beaches. Picture: Supplied

Roz Cummings from Down South Camping & Outdoors tells us what's happening in and on the water between the Capes, and why plenty of locals are finalising plans to head out of town for winter.

Fishing enthusiasts prepare to head north for winter

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People living in the South West are being encouraged to check their superannuation balances, with average super balances in some parts of the region tracking well below the national average.

South West super balances below national average

The weather may have been cold, but the Mighty Margies Gropers were red hot this weekend!

Young Gropers heat up as cold weather sets in

Volunteers at the opening day of the Margaret River Community Pantry Inc say they were "delighted and overwhelmed" by the response from the community.

Margaret River pantry project opens doors to fresh, affordable food

Please help: Margaret River Community Centre Manager Lydell Huntly is urging locals to donate their 'winter warmers' for the centre's annual drive. Picture: Supplied

Margaret River Community Centre is seeking donations of warm coats, rain jackets, socks and beanies for this year's Winter Warmers drive.

Time to dig deep for Winter Warmers donation drive

Award-winning environmental designer and educator Chris Ferreira from the Forever Project will host a live, 'fast-paced and engaging' fire-wise garden demonstration this weekend.

Free fire-wise workshop 'a fusion of education and entertainment'

No more: Former South Bunbury captain Beth Bond and former coach Max Jetta holding the team's third premiership cup in 2021. Picture: Jemillah Dawson.

'Deeply concerned': WA sport minister writes to South Bunbury Football Club

Margaret River Montessori School has revealed plans to open the doors to high school students for the first time in 2023. Picture: MRMS

Margaret River Montessori School has revealed plans to open the doors to high school students for the first time in 2023.

Margaret River Montessori to welcome high school students in 2023

Participants at a Reclaim the Void retreat with their rag-rugs. Picture: Nic Duncan.

The rag-rugs are being woven by people from all walks of life and backgrounds across Western Australia

Reclaim the Void: Symbolically sealing mining holes with rag-rugs

It's all hands on deck on the banks of the Margaret River this week, where nearly 2000 native plants will go into the ground to create habitat for critically endangered Western ringtail possums. Picture: Russell Ord

Two special community planting events will be held this Sunday, on the banks of the Margaret River and by the coast at Redgate Beach.

'Plant one tree, or plant a hundred' to help possums

Margaret River Mitre 10 manager Paul Brown (left) with customer Ben Lawrie from Caves Road Constructions. Photo: Nicky Lefebvre

Margaret River's Mitre 10 hardware store has embraced the message behind the national brand's latest campaign, which aims to recognise Australia's love of the underdog.

Hardware chain campaign leans into underdog status

Ros Thomas is a journalist turned author who will speak about her latest book How To Shame The Devil at the Margaret River Library on 25 June.

Award-winning author and journalist Ros Thomas will treat locals to a captivating talk about her writing and her latest book titled How to Shame the Devil at the Margaret River Library this week.