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call for changeUN report’s drying warning for South West of WA

A damning assessment of the future climate of the Great Southern has been handed down in a major international climate report, which has concluded there is still hope through change.

Tom Shanahan

PestsHorror mouse plague surges again

The mouse plague that horrified the nation is back – and a new surge is seeing it spread even further than before.

Anton Nilsson

drying outPremiumWaterlogged crops in Great Southern bouncing back

Growers in the Albany Port Zone have been grappling with flooding and severe waterlogging after heavy rainfall flooded and eroded paddocks as the soil moisture profile reached its limits.

Shannon Verhagen

Homicide investigationDouble murder: Police called to South West home

WA’s South West has been rocked by another tragedy with police questioning a man after two people were found dead at a home in Capel.

Staff writers

SLOW NEGOTIATIONSCommentsPremiumState Barrier Fence talks grind to a halt

An extension of the State Barrier Fence to protect livestock on WA’s south coast has hardly progressed after two years because of complex negotiations between the Government and native title holders.

Tom Robinson

Spitting chipsPremiumWA potato exporter calls force majeure on big order

Bendotti Exports says it can’t supply a 1000-tonne crisping potato order because of labour and shipping challenges

Jenne Brammer

Meat IndustryNew research shows red meat producers well respected

New research shows Australian consumers continue to hold red meat producers in high regard, placing farmers among the most trusted community members.

FARM ACCIDENTCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumEsperance shire boss loses part of his finger

Shire of Esperance president Ian Mickel is warning farmers to stay safe this harvest after he lost most of his middle finger and shattered his pointer finger in a farming accident.

Summer jobsPremiumPremiumCrayfish export industry in major hiring spree

The world’s largest crayfish exporter has embarked on its biggest hiring spree in more than a decade — aiming to secure up to 350 workers for the summer — in the face of ongoing sanctions from China.

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Kochii eucalyptus oil to be used in new Doterra range

WA’s Kochii Australian Eucalyptus Oil is set to see its product used by global essential oils provider Doterra after securing a partnership with the US-based company.

Jenne Brammer

TelecommunicationsCrunch time for Regional Telecommunications Review

Regional and rural residents plagued by poor telecommunications have just one week left to make their voices heard through a regional review held once every three years.

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WATCH: Bandidos bikies roar through packed Northbridge

Police swooped on the gang members after they drove through the city as thousands gathered to watch the AFL grand final.

Brianna Dugan

Town in mourningPremiumYork crash victim revealed as beloved bus driver

The tight-knit Wheatbelt community of York is in shock following the tragic death of a beloved school bus driver who died in a horrific crash on his daily route.

Michael Traill

‘Not sustainable’CommentsPremiumHealth Dept, St John play ambulance ramping blame game

Health Department bosses have admitted ambulance ramping is a result of systemic issues within hospitals, but have hit out at St John WA for relying so heavily on volunteers.

Briana Fiore and Josh Zimmerman

News

FARM ACCIDENTCommentsPremiumEsperance shire boss loses part of his finger

Tom Robinson

TelecommunicationsCrunch time for Regional Telecommunications Review

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Next dealPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Rinehart closing in on another big cattle station sale

Jenne Brammer

drying outPremiumWaterlogged crops in Great Southern bouncing back

Shannon Verhagen

Grain

drying outPremiumWaterlogged crops in Great Southern bouncing back

Shannon Verhagen

Biosecurity IncursionPolyphagous Shot-Hole Borer found in WA

Cropping 2021WA’s grain harvest kicks off

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Fire ConcernsPremiumVolunteer firefighters fear large fines or jail time

Shannon Verhagen

Livestock

Meat IndustryNew research shows red meat producers well respected

Bob Garnant

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Next dealPremium
The West Australian exclusive
Rinehart closing in on another big cattle station sale

Jenne Brammer

big winGidgegannup beef producer wins industry accolade

Challara Ram SaleChallara hits a top of $4800

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Wool

Superfine CelebrationsSuperfine woolgrowers celebration put on hold

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysAll happening at Dyson Jones Wool & Technology Pavilion

Shannon Verhagen

Corrigin ShearsTop gun shearer takes out Corrigin Shears

Bob Garnant

WoolPollWAFarmers pushes 1.5 per cent WoolPoll levy

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Politics

‘Everything at risk’VideoVic Premier ‘appalled’ at violent tradie protests

Erin Lyons

‘Upholding standard’PremiumChristian Porter resigns as Minister amid blind trust

Lanai Scarr

One vote, one valueCommentsPremiumMcGowan labels Upper House a regional ‘dictatorship’

Peter Law

Bizarre allegationsPremiumEx-MP embroiled in sex worker ‘threats to kill’ saga

Tim Clarke and Peter Law

Machinery

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysBrookton’s Eagle Eye among Newdegate award winners

Shannon Verhagen

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysPlans to take ‘Muscle Mite’ to schools to educate

Shannon Verhagen

Dowerin GWN7 Machinery Field Days‘Ag is on the up’ — WA industry booming

Shannon Verhagen

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysPresident ‘honoured’ to be part of 49th Field Days

Craig Newman

Field Days

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysAll happening at Dyson Jones Wool & Technology Pavilion

Shannon Verhagen

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysSOCIAL PICTURES: Rabobank catch up popular with farmers

Dowerin GWN7 Machinery Field DaysCooking up a storm at Dowerin GWN7 Machinery Field Days

Shannon Verhagen

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysDogs leap to fame at Newdegate Machinery Field Days

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Horticulture

‘honest look’Program to determine fruit & vege production cost

Shannon Verhagen

Organic IssueConsumers ‘misled’ by organic labelling

Adam Poulsen

Executive changesPremiumVegetablesWA long-serving boss departs

Jenne Brammer

“prolific pest’New fall armyworm podcast series to help fight pest

Shannon Verhagen

Finance & Markets

Beyond the SaleyardsBeyond the Saleyards — markets receive strong support

Rob Kelly

Beyond the SaleyardsBeyond the Saleyards — Lamb processor prices stay flat

Rob Kelly

BEYOND THE SALEYARDSBeyond the Saleyards — WA market still flat

Rob Kelly

Beyond the SaleyardsBeyond the Saleyards — WA buyers hold firm on bids

Rob Kelly

Opinion

OPINIONOPINION: Upper House reform means every vote will count

Jackie Jarvis

OPINIONOPINION: Regions need to be heard

Martin Aldridge

OPINIONOPINION: Hardwood logging ban hurts regional WA

Slade Brockman

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How Australia should tread water with China

Andrew Hunter

Country Communities

Newdegate Machinery Field DaysSOCIAL PICTURES: CBH warms hearts at Newdegate

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Dowerin GWN7 Machinery Field DaysSOCIAL PICTURES: CBH’s Dowerin sundowner

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CBH photo competitionCBH Photo Competition attracts stunning entries

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Women in FarmingInclusion name of the game for Women in Farming

Shannon Verhagen