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Margaret River photographer Dionne Doig will be presenting her images of the feminine identity at the Busselton Cultural Precinct from this weekend to May 19.

Feminine identityPremiumWomen of the South West to be shown in Busselton exhibition

A Margaret River photographer hopes to show the fullness of the feminine identity and her perspective as a doula in her photography exhibition, which will be running from April 24 to May 1.

Daniel Hocking

The City of Busselton will be debating partial closures of two roads in Vasse.

Road worksPremiumRoad closures in Vasse up for debate in council meeting

Two roads in Vasse may have portions permanently closed to make way for a subdivision development, with City of Busselton councillors debating the matter at their next meeting.

Daniel Hocking

City of Busselton administrative building.

Bus stopPremiumBusselton council to discuss proposed bus shelter

A new bus shelter is proposed for a TransWA bus stop on Albert Street, with council expected to discuss the item on Wednesday night.

Daniel Hocking

Busselton Hospice Care Inc chief executive James Jarvis.

Volunteer validationPremiumWest Busselton volunteer organisation recognised for efforts

A Busselton palliative care and bereavement support organisation has been recognised for its volunteer work, after being named as a finalist in the 2025 WA Volunteer of the Year Awards

Daniel Hocking

Busselton RSL treasurer Chris Mullen and president Steve Mott by the War Memorial in Rotary Park, where the Busselton Anzac Day service will be held.

Anzac DayPremiumBusselton to commemorate local service on Anzac Day

This year’s Anzac Day service will commemorate the fallen who were close to home, along with recognising four Busselton nurses who served in World War I, on Friday morning

Daniel Hocking

The City of Busselton council will be debating whether to waive fees for the upcoming One Night Stand concert.

One Night OnlyPremiumBusselton council to debate waiving concert fees

The City of Busselton may waive fees for an upcoming concert held by Triple J in May, with the item going up for debate in their Wednesday night meeting.

Daniel Hocking

Fraser Brown and Anne-Marie Leonard carrying out the ribbon cutting ceremony with City of Busselton community development officer Tiffany Sweatman, DAIP Reference Group member Ant Purcell, Cr Val Kaigg, mayor Phill Cronin and project manager Angelo Galati.

Accessible amenitiesPremiumCity of Busselton adds Changing Places facility to Foreshore

The City of Busselton has opened a new Changing Places facility for those with accessibility needs as a part of a growing network of accessible bathroom facilities across the State.

Daniel Hocking

Christian Fletcher's photograph of Cable Beach in Broome has been shortlisted for the Galah Regional Photography Prize.

Snap happyPremiumDunsborough photographer named regional art award finalist

Dunsborough photographer Christian Fletcher has been recognised for having one of the best photographs by a regional artist after being shortlisted for the 2025 Galah Regional Photography Prize

Daniel Hocking

The Federal Labor party announced a $1.25 million election commitment to improve parking capacity at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the southern starting point for the Cape to Cape track.

Election 2025Labor pledge huge upgrade to iconic park

Standing at the State’s most southern point Federal candidate for Forrest Tabitha Dowding and MP Matt Keogh announced the regional park would receive a $1.25m investment under a re-elected Labor Government.

Craig Duncan

Protesters gathered on Yallingup’s Smiths Beach last Sunday to making known their opposition to the Smith Beach Project developer’s proposed universal access ramp.

Public protestPremiumHundreds flock to South West beach to protest development

Hundreds of protesters gathered on Yallingup’s Smiths Beach last Sunday to protest the ongoing Smith Beach Project’s proposed 100 meter access ramp - regularly referred to as a “seawall”.

Craig Duncan

Busselton's Austin Gerhardy was named runner-up at the ALPA National Young Auctioneers Competition.

nail-biting compPremiumNutrien Ag Solutions’ Austin Gerhardy one of country’s best

A young Busselton auctioneer has proven himself at a national competition, securing second at the fiercely contested event

Melissa Pedelty

Nature Conservation frontman Drew McKenzie has announced he is moving on.

Boss movesPremiumNature Conservation boss Drew McKenzie moves on

Nature Conservation Margaret River Region general manager Drew McKenzie has announced his surprise resignation, citing the need for a break from his hectic duties.

Warren Hately

Geographe Holiday Homes owner Tegan Wilde said she was shocked by the business' win at the WA Regional Business Excellence Awards.

Best businessPremiumThree Busselton businesses named finalists for State award

A Busselton business had been named one of the best in the West, taking home a Regional Business Excellence Award on March 29, with two others being named finalists.

Daniel Hocking

Aidan Fisher, 10, won 12 medals at the WA Junior Championships.

SwimmingBusselton swimmer grabs 12 State medals

A 10-year-old Busselton swimmer has taken 12 State championship medals home after winning seven events at the 2025 Aqua Technics WA Junior Championships in Perth earlier this month.

Daniel Hocking

Vasse MLA and Deputy Opposition Leader Libby Mettam.

State politics PremiumVasse’s Libby Mettam delivers first speech to new Parliament

Returning member for Vasse Libby Mettam delivered her first speech to the 42nd Parliament of Western Australia last week, reflecting on the changes seen after the State election.

Craig Duncan

Dunsborough-based climate justice researcher Georgia Beardman is representing the Greens for Forrest at the next Federal turn.

Meet the candidatesPremiumForrest candidates speak at forum in Busselton

In an evening of conversation run by Busselton Chamber of Commerce, five candidates for the seat of Forrest were given the opportunity to state their policies and how they’d benefit the Busselton region.

Daniel Hocking

Dunsborough emergency services want locals and holidaymakers to play it safe on the roads and waters this Easter weekend.

Slow downPremiumDunsborough emergency services want drivers to stay safe

Emergency services in Dunsborough are asking locals and holidaymakers to play it safe this weekend, after Dunsborough police launched their Emergency Services Easter Safety Campaign on Monday.

Daniel Hocking

John Butler at SummerSalt Festival in Busselton.

SummerSaltPremiumSummerSalt brings the beat to Barnard Park in Busselton

Summersalt brought the best of Australia to the Busselton Foreshore on Saturday, with an illustrious artist line-up playing in the afternoon through to the evening.

Daniel Hocking

Busselton’s new war memorial in Rotary Park on Causeway Road.

Anzac DayPremiumBusselton and Dunsborough Anzac Day services

Anzac Day services will be held in Busselton and Dunsborough for residents wanting to honour soldiers without having to travel far to do so.

Daniel Hocking

Little Otto's has plenty on offer leading up to this Easter weekend, with managers Ian and Tess Baverstock holding some of the Easter baskets and Jetty bars.

Chocolate goodnessPremiumLittle Ottos opens their doors on the foreshore

Busselton’s newest chocolate shop has opened its doors near the Busselton Foreshore in time for the Easter weekend, with locals and visitors enjoying chocolate and coffee on Wednesday morning.

Daniel Hocking

The winner of the Open Catamarans class The Kraken, a Nacra F18, in full flight at the Bay Regatta.

SailingPremiumDunsborough yacht club hosts biggest Bay Regatta yet

The Dunsborough Bay Yacht Club hosted their biggest Bay Regatta earlier this month with a fleet of more than 50 competing over two days.

Daniel Hocking

Mandurah Netball Association participating in last year's NAIDOC carnival.

NetballPremiumBusselton to host Netball WA NAIDOC carnival this Sunday

Netball WA has chosen Busselton’s Lois Hannay Pavilion as the location for this Sunday’s NAIDOC Netball Carnival, where teams from South West, Peel and the Great Southern will celebrate netball and NAIDOC.

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Busselton Golf Club's Grant Williams with Golf Australia CEO James Sutherland.

GolfPremiumBusselton Golf Club wins big at WA Golf Awards

Busselton Golf Club won three awards from their four nominations at the Golf WA Industry Awards last month.

Daniel Hocking

John Butler at SummerSalt festival in Busselton.

In picturesPremiumSocials from SummerSalt at Barnard Park

Busselton was buzzing on Saturday afternoon with festival-goers heading to Barnard Park to enjoy the end of summer with the final stop of the SummerSalt festival.

Daniel Hocking