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Kalgoorlie Courthouse.

Courts & Justice PremiumMan granted bail after child exploitation confession

A former local health service worker who admitted to producing, distributing and possessing child exploitation material has been released on bail.

Tegan Guthrie

Mara Pirni Healing Place family support worker Billie Richards and South Kalgoorlie Primary School students Taylah Loller, 8, Ruby Linton, 8, and Juniper Manukau, 7, prepare to add their handprints to a NAIDOC banner during the school’s NAIDOC celebrations on Monday.

NAIDOC WEEKPremiumSouth Kalgoorlie Primary School begins NAIDOC celebrations

Students at South Kalgoorlie Primary School began NAIDOC Week celebrations on Monday alongside 18 local organisations who gathered to celebrate with hands-on activities and treats. 

Isabella Davis

James William Nybo leaving Kalgoorlie Courthouse on Monday.

Courts & Justice PremiumMan breached FVRO after losing arm in ‘violent incident’

A man who had his arm cut off in a “violent incident” breached a family violence restraining order by reaching out to his ex-partner after the “traumatising experience”.

Tegan Guthrie

Giants coach Lennon Smartt speaks with Shawn Stewart during the NBL1 West match against Mandurah Magic on Sunday.

BasketballPremiumSunday loss foils weekend sweep

The Giants men split a two-game road series but remain in the NBL1 West top-eight.

Neale Harvey

Giants’ Nici Gilday during her team’s NBL1 West match against Mandurah Magic on Sunday.

The Giants lost by 38 points, despite Nici Gilday’s team-high 20 points.PremiumLocal team outclassed by coastal rivals

Nici Gilday’s team-high 20 points against her old club was a shining light for the Goldfields Giants’ NBL1 women’s team in a 102-64 road defeat against Mandurah Magic on Sunday.

Neale Harvey

The first gold poured in March at Genesis Minerals’ Laverton mill from ore from Brightstar Resources’ Second Fortune underground mine and Lord Byron stockpiles.

Study releasedPremiumBrightstar Resources eyes production at Menzies, Laverton

A definitive feasibility study estimates Brightstar Resources will need funding of $120 million to bring its Menzies and Laverton gold projects in the northern Goldfields into production.

Neil Watkinson

An aerial view of the Katanning gold project site in Badgebup.

Significant developmentPremiumCost of $355m, 10-year life for Katanning gold project

A definitive feasibility study estimates it will cost $355 million for Perth junior Ausgold to develop the Katanning gold project, which would have a 10-year mine life.

Neil Watkinson

Members of the Goldfields Aboriginal Business Chamber team include Rowena Leslie, Terry Gordan, Melissa Tombs, Shaun Atkinson, and Rachael Henze.

Connecting communitiesPremiumDigital skills on the rise in the community

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder Aboriginal organisation has won a grant for a program encouraging communities to improve digital literacy skills and embrace new technologies.

Jessica Antoniou

Daniel Coughlan and Thomas Coughlan.

FootballBoulder coach blooding depth in run to the finals

First-placed Boulder notched-up a seventh win by 204 points in the GFL on Saturday.

Neale Harvey

Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor Glenn Wilson.

Seeking helpCity think tank to tackle Aboriginal homelessness

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder will later this year host a “think tank” involving groups from across Australia to tackle the pressing issue of Aboriginal homelessness.

Neil Watkinson

Sam Stubbs reacts after participating in the Big Freeze plunge at Digger Daws Oval on Saturday.

BIG FREEZEDiorites tackle Big Freeze to battle MND

Winter weather failed to deter Mines Rovers Football Club members from braving icy waters in the fight against motor neurone disease.

Carwyn Monck

Mines Rovers’ Ethan Redcliffe jumps up to take a mark during his team’s Goldfields Football League match against Kalgoorlie at Digger Daws Oval on Saturday.

FootballMines Rovers extend winning streak to four games

Mines Rovers held off a gallant Kalgoorlie by 35 points in the GFL on Saturday.

Neale Harvey

Flu vaccination.

Flu vaccinesFlu vaccine program extended

WA’s free influenza vaccination program has been extended to the end of July as case numbers rise ahead of peak season.

Isabella Davis

Mines Rovers’ Jess Bolton, right, will be one of those braving the icy plunge at Digger Daws Oval on Saturday.

FootballPremiumBig Freeze Slide on Saturday for MND

Mines Rovers’ Big Freeze Slide is on Saturday at Digger Daws Oval.

Neale Harvey

The Shire of Coolgardie is being encouraged to come under the wing of the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.

Boundary adjustment PremiumDepartment explains process of boundary adjustments

A detailed outline by the Department of Local Government explains how the proposed boundary adjustment between the Shire of Coolgardie and City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder might occur.

Tegan Guthrie

International Mrs Australia 2025 Monique Sawyer at the Exchange Hotel.

Outback Barbie Premium‘Outback Barbie’ photo shoot about more than fashion

A reigning pageant queen donning her crown and gown was enough to stop traffic in Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s main street during an ‘Outback Barbie’ photo shoot combining fashion, history, heritage and heart.

Tegan Guthrie

Mandy and Dion Stutley have opened Rug Hub in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.

Cleaning upPremiumFirst-of-its-kind business for Kalgoorlie-Boulder

Life in a dusty town has its downsides, but a new local business can help clean things up.

Jessica Antoniou

RSPCA WA inspector Peta Janssen with cat Zoro after a trip to Esperance.

RSPCA reportsPremiumEsperance sees 67 reports of animal cruelty in 12 months

Dog beatings, flea infestations, and underweight cows and horses were among the 67 instances of animal cruelty in Esperance reported to RSPCA WA in the past 12 months.

Isabella Davis

Reg Treffone with Aquanita.

RacingPremiumGoldfields legend to be inducted in August

The legendary Reg Treffone will be inducted into the WA Racing Hall of Fame on August 23.

Neale Harvey

Ernest Phillips cooks a kangaroo tail in the campfire during the 100th men’s bush trip.

BUSH TRIPSPremiumMen’s support program celebrates 100th excursion

Spending time in Goldfields bushland is helping men connect to country and unpack difficult issues affecting them and their families.

Carwyn Monck

Framed champions from previous Goldfields Aboriginal Language Awards.

Language awardsPremiumRecognition for commitment to Aboriginal language

People in the Goldfields who promote, encourage and revitalise Aboriginal language have been recognised and celebrated as champions.

Jessica Antoniou

Railways’ Josh Mathers was named the 2024 Mitchell medallist.

FootballPremiumSeptember 1 framed for Mitchell Medal

The annual count remains at the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Racing Club.

Neale Harvey

Students from Condingup Primary School help restore Orleans Bay Beach.

Environmental projectPremiumLittle green thumbs help restore Esperance sites

Esperance’s littlest green thumbs have put on their gardening gloves in a mission to restore vegetation in the town. 

Jessica Antoniou

GIFSA chief executive Terrence Winner.

Disability supportPremiumEsperance council’s gift for GIFSA

Esperance councillors have chosen to surrender workforce accommodation and instead gift it to a disability provider to assist with extra support space.

Jessica Antoniou