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Ron Brown, pictured in 2006, has won the Goldfields Open Singles eight ball tournament six times.

Eight ballPremiumGoldfields’ premier eight ball tournament on this weekend

The Goldfields Eight Ball Association’s blue-ribbon event will take place this weekend when the Goldfields Open Singles is contested.

Jeff Delbridge

International award-winning scientist Elisabetta Barberio will talk quantum and dark matter in Kalgoorlie-Boulder next month.

Scientific endeavourPremiumScience roadshow to visit Goldfields

A science roadshow will soon pop up in Kalgoorlie Boulder to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.

Jessica Antoniou

International criminal and human rights lawyer Rabia Siddique shares her story at the Women’s Leadership Forum in Kalgoorlie-Boulder.

Hostage survivorPremiumRabia Siddique: From trauma to triumphs

From trauma to triumph, humanitarian and hostage survivor Rabia Siddique has brought her tale of experiences to Kalgoorlie-Boulder aiming to inspire and spark change.

Jessica Antoniou

City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder community ranger Cameron Till and Silvia Gusmeroli with Jack at the RSPCA WA 2024 Community Action Day.

RSPCA event PremiumRSPCA hosting action day to help struggling pet owners

Pet owners struggling with the costs of caring for their pets will have free advice and supplies available next week.

Tegan Guthrie

International criminal and human rights lawyer Rabia Siddique takes the stage at the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Chamber of Commerce and Industry Women’s Leadership Forum on Friday.

Women’s Leadership ForumPremiumFemale speakers empower the women of Kalgoorlie-Boulder

Successful female leaders who have proven resilience and determination have shared their journeys to inspire and empower others at the annual Women’s Leadership Forum.

Jessica Antoniou

With breast cancer being the most common life-threatening cancer for females, women over 40 are encouraged to have a free mammogram.

Mobile breast screeningPremiumBreastScreen WA brings mobile screening service to Kal

A mobile screening service aiming to detect breast cancer before it’s too late will visit Kalgoorlie-Boulder to offer women a free check-up.

Jessica Antoniou

Garry Cooper entertains everyone around the Yarning Circle.

NAIDOC weekPremiumMuseum welcomes all to Aboriginal food, medicine garden

Bush tucker and a dose of traditional Aboriginal medicine were handed out to all during an educational afternoon showcasing how Aboriginal knowledge has shaped the land through food, healing and culture.

Jessica Antoniou

Pete Murray

solo tourPremiumPete Murray takes on the Goldfields

Australian musician Pete Murray is gearing up to perform in the Goldfields as part of his first-ever solo acoustic tour across Australia and New Zealand. 

Jessica Antoniou

Georgia Robertson has been selected to perform at the 2025 Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Highland dancingPremiumGoldfields Highland dancer to join prestigious Tattoo

A local Highland dancing star has been selected to represent her hometown and Australia at a prestigious international Tattoo later this month.

Tegan Guthrie

Boulder’s Jorden Hooks has been named captain of the GFL team playing at the Nutrien Ag Solutions country championships in Perth from today.

FootballPremiumHooks named to captain GFL at annual country series

Thirty players will carry the GFL’s hopes at the carnival in Perth this weekend.

Neale Harvey

A hiking festival is returning to Esperance.

Hiking festivalPremiumFive-day Esperance hiking festival to return

Adventure seekers and outdoor lovers are being encouraged to get their hiking gear sorted for the return of the Esperance Hiking Festival.

Jessica Antoniou

Deonne Walsh hopes to take home more medals from the World Transplant Games.

World Transplant GamesPremiumSecond chance at life

A former Goldfields resident is set to represent Australia in the World Transplant Games, which showcases the skills of people who have been given a second chance at life.

Jessica Antoniou

Health Minister Meredith Hammat.

Subsidy boostPremiumPatient Assisted Travel Scheme expansion comes into effect

Patients needing to travel hundreds of kilometres for their medical needs will now receive a substantially increased subsidy, following an $18.5 million investment in the 2025-26 State budget.

Jessica Antoniou

Isabel Richards and Karen Jackson enjoy the NAIDOC Week elders luncheon on Tuesday.

NAIDOC luncheonPremiumRed carpet treatment for elders

Indigenous elders and seniors were spoiled with a day of catering, gifts and games as part of NAIDOC Week celebrations.

Jessica Antoniou

Attendees at the 2024 NAIDOC youth basketball tournament.

NAIDOC WeekPremiumBasketball comp returns for NAIDOC Week celebrations

The return of a popular youth basketball tournament and a special school holiday program for Coolgardie are among a busy NAIDOC Week events calendar.

Tegan Guthrie

Northern Star Resources will spend at least $30 million building a 300-person workforce accommodation facility on KCGM land.

New camp PremiumNorthern Star to build 300-bed camp at KCGM

Northern Star Resources will build a 300-person workers accommodation facility at KCGM in addition to its proposed 800-bed camp on Kitchener Road, which is still awaiting planning approval.

Tegan Guthrie

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder council has endorsed its rates hike for 2025-26.

Rates hike PremiumCity to ‘support not punish’ after 3.3 per cent rates hike

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder council says it is here to “support not punish” ratepayers as it endorses a 3.3 per cent rates hike for the 2025-26 financial year.

Tegan Guthrie

Gareth Munroe, Sweeney Winning and Kyvia Richards with M25’s showers on loan from One Voice.

Showers for homelessPremiumChurch seeks funding to build new shower block for homeless

Free showers for homeless and disadvantaged community members could soon cease to exist as a local organisation faces increasing costs.

Tegan Guthrie

Kambalda’s Jobastin Priest during round five of the 2025 Goldfields Football League.

FootballPremiumGFL Commission puts Kambalda on notice for 2026 GFL season

The GFL Commission has informed Kambalda that they must field three senior teams next year or they will be placed in recess.

Neale Harvey

Colourful NAIDOC art was on display during the 2025 parade down Hannan Street on Monday.

2025 NAIDOC paradePremiumCommunity comes together to march for NAIDOC Week

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags were waved through Kalgoorlie-Boulder as hundreds of people came together to celebrate the 50th year of NAIDOC Week.

Jessica Antoniou

Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport.

Capped pricesPremiumMilestone for residential flights

Kalgoorlie-Boulder residents are taking full advantage of the State Government’s discounted residential airfares, with new data revealing nearly 70,000 flights flown from the town during the past three years.

Jessica Antoniou

NextGen Scholar Program recipients Liam Perry and Kyall Roach with Mineral Resources managing director Chris Ellison, Clontarf Foundation deputy chief executive Craig Brierty and alumni officer Darren Davis.

Study supportPremiumClontarf Foundation alumni receive MinRes scholarships

Three university students who are graduates of the Clontarf Foundation have received scholarships for their studies as Mineral Resources expands its support program.

Neil Watkinson

Collingwood premiership player Heath Shaw will play for Kalgoorlie in the GFL.

FootballPremiumHeath Shaw has joined Kalgoorlie

Heath Shaw, a two-time All-Australian, has signed with Kalgoorlie in the GFL.

Neale Harvey

Jockey William Pike and owners of racehorse Starry Heights celebrate their win after the 2024 Kalgoorlie Cup.

RacingPremiumInaugural slot race to feature on Kalgoorlie Cup day

This year’s Race Round is boosted by a new $1 million slot race.

Neale Harvey