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research and engagementCommentsCurtin Uni celebrates ag researcher with Partnership Award

Strong leadership in the field of research and project collaboration has led to Curtin University awarding Dr Julia Easton from the School of Molecular and Life Sciences a Partnership Award.

Aidan Smith

DONATION PremiumZoetis donates $100,000 to Beyond Blue

Zoetis has reached a major milestone in its support for regional mental health by raising $100,000 for the Beyond Blue Support Service this year.

Aidan Smith

AG-tasticPremiumIN PICTURES: Traders’ success at Albany Agricultural Show

The Albany Agricultural Show was a great success with stallholders and industry representatives making the most of the heaving crowd, despite a small hiccup on the Saturday when safety issues closed a pavilion.

Eliza Kavanagh

RAIN RESULTS PremiumRAIN RAIN GO AWAY: Harvest put on hold

Farmers’ harvest programs have been interrupted by plentiful rain, with between 10mm and 45mm falling across isolated parts of the Wheatbelt and Mid West overnight as a trough moved through. 

Cally Dupe and Aidan Smith

REMEMBRANCE DAY PremiumRemembrance Day: ‘Forgotten’ nurses of the South West

The “forgotten” tales of the brave South West nurses who packed up their lives and travelled overseas to serve in World War I will be told through a new book set to be released next year. 

Cally Dupe

WAY FORWARD PremiumFarm Machinery Industry Association forges new path forward

The Farm Machinery and Industry Association of WA is finding a new path forward after losing its much-loved executive John Henchy to pancreatic cancer earlier this year. 

Cally Dupe

Farewell to a legendCommentsWA’s oldest person dies in Geraldton nursing home

Dulcie Fawcett lived through two World Wars, a Great Depression, two global pandemics, was born at a time when horses were still the main mode of transport and has seen 27 different prime ministers.

Kate Campbell

REMEMBRANCE DAYPremiumRemembrance Day: Kellerberrin’s tribute to soldiers

An unassuming park in the heart of Kellerberrin is being transformed into a tribute to the hundreds of men and women from the Central Wheatbelt who served in the 2/28th Battalion in World War II. 

Cally Dupe

SEE THE PICTURESFarmer on Your Plate celebrates another ‘amazing’ year

Fremantle became farm central at the weekend as thousands of city folk descended on the waterfront to meet the farmers producing some of WA’s tastiest food.

Adam Poulsen

Tributes flowComments‘Immense legacy’: Great Southern mourns late footy great

The Great Southern community is mourning the sudden death of country football great Jonathon ‘Jono’ Woods this week.

Cameron Newbold

SPECIAL BIRTHDAY PremiumHonorary CWA member Mavis Mincherton turns 100

One of the State’s longest serving CWA members is celebrating her 100th birthday this year. 

Olivia Ford

Showtime!PremiumRegion’s biggest show returns for 2023

Thousands packed the Brunswick Showgrounds on Saturday for the 92nd Brunswick Show, with this year’s theme being Farm to Fridge.

Sean Van Der Wielen

Unlocking opportunities Education Dept considers opening new agricultural college

The future is looking bright for youngsters pursuing a career in WA’s farm sector, with the State Government investigating the feasibility of opening a new agricultural college in the Kimberley. 

Adam Poulsen

Cruise controlPremiumCharity convoy cruises through Great Southern for cancer

Kicking off in Newdegate on October 13, 27 decorated cars revved their engines to begin the eight-day ‘Wheat to Wharf’ tour through the state’s South raising over $300,000 for kids facing cancer.

Harry Grigson

CWA TURNS 100 CWA of WA members urged to ‘be loud’ ahead of centenary

Country Women’s Association of WA members are being urged to put their humble instincts aside and showcase their local and community achievements widely ahead of the group’s 100-year celebrations next year. 

Cally Dupe

FROM BOOTS TO HATSBoot maker branches out in Bridgetown

Cowboy hats, western shirts and boot cut jeans will soon be added to the growing list of stock on hand at the Kader Boot Co.

Aidan Smith

LOOMING DEADLINEPremium‘Exceptional’ ladies urged to apply for Rural Women’s Award

The winner of this year’s AgriFutures rural women’s award is urging ‘exceptional’ ladies from across WA to throw their hats in the ring as the application deadline for the 2024 award draws near.

Olivia Ford

Less than a-moo-singMooriel returns to rightful place

Waroona’s beloved cow has returned to town after being stolen from the visitors centre on Friday.

Sean Van Der Wielen

RYLINGTON PARK FIELD DAYRylington well supported as Beas reach 13 year milestone

It’s been 13 years since they took over the managerial role at Rylington Park at Mayanup and Marc and Erlanda Beas are still loving the job.

Aidan Smith

‘PROBABLY A RECORD’PremiumDenmark Ag alumni celebrate 70th reunion

It has been 70 years since Dardanup farmer Don McCausland started studying at the Denmark School of Agriculture, but the many friendships he forged are still rock-solid.

Adam Poulsen

Yay-lering!PremiumIN PICS: Lake Yealering Regatta a splash hit

At the end of a hot day, lakeside attendees were able to cool down with a Regatta Mule or two in the licensed area before enjoying the evening fireworks display and music by The Dad Bodz.

Daniel Rooney

No BullPremiumFirst ever Chapman Valley Rodeo gathers a crowd

Double Barrel Entertainment has proved its expertise in all things rodeo by hosting the first ever Chapman Valley Rodeo, going off without a hitch.

Anna Cox

EntertainmentPremiumThe WA artist finding beauty in the wild and unruly

Five female artists from rural Australia will feature in a new exhibition, including Lauren Kennedy who lets the elements influence her work.

Stephanie Gardiner

WOMEN IN FARMINGPremiumWomen in Farming’s annual seminar attracts 150 to Pingelly

Pingelly was the place to be when more than 150 women from across WA gathered for the Women in Farming annual seminar, with demand so strong tickets sold out weeks ahead of the event.   

Cally Dupe