WA Plantation Resources is marking 50 years of operations at its Diamond facility, celebrating what the company says has been a long-running contribution to Manjimup’s timber industry.
Serian Lockwood-Jones
A long-awaited push to unlock the future of the Pemberton Mill site has taken another step forward, with the Shire of Manjimup continuing to advocate for joint planning of the strategic town-centre land.
A new addition to Pemberton’s growing small business scene is putting the spotlight firmly on local producers.
The Shire of Boyup Brook has awarded its highest civic honour, honorary freeman, to a long-serving community member in recognition of her exceptional and sustained contribution to the region.
Rising fuel costs raised fears for Easter tourism in regional WA, but some Southern Forests operators report resilience, and even opportunity, during the holiday period.
The Manjimup Repertory Club is set to bring the stage to life once again, with its much-loved More May-hem! performance returning for one weekend only this May.
A landmark institution is set to commemorate an impressive 80 years of history later this month, with the Bridgetown Club opening its doors for an anniversary open day celebration.
Manjimup’s northern entry timber arch could be nominated for the State Register of Heratige places after councillors voted to peruse funding and preservation options rather than relocate the landmark.
New data has laid bare the scale of the housing crisis across the Southern Forests, with just 11 rental properties listed across the region in 2026, and none affordable for people on income support.
A councillor in the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup is shining a light the waste problem and throwaway mentality of individuals turning up to a council meeting in dressed in a different attire than usual
Rose Patane
Imperials coach Wayne Barnden said his side’s strong start to the season is the reward for a committed pre-season after the club surpassed last year’s win total just four rounds into the campaign.
Jack Penniment
Bridgetown have come from the clouds to defeat reigning premiers Deanmill on the road in Saturday’s round four Lower South West Football League clash.
Hundreds gathered in Manjimup’s Heritage Park last month to witness the official opening of the Wanngka Danjoo Nyininy (Talking Together Sitting) Yarning Circle.
A proposed planning policy affecting shared housing arrangements in the Shire of Manjimup is drawing community attention, with residents now being urged to have their say before submissions close this week.
Residents, businesses and outdoor enthusiasts across the Warren Blackwood are encouraged to share their thoughts on the future of the district’s trails.
The South West has been split with State Government’s ambitious seven cities plan missing major regional hubs.
Craig Duncan
During their most recent meeting, councillors from the Shire of Donnybrook-Balingup voted unanimously to write a letter in support to have crown land adjacent to the Preston River exempted from mining activity.
Earlier this month, the auditor-general Caroline Spencer released a report into Local Government 2025 – Financial Audit Results which listed several South West shire’s in the top 20 for best practice.
The Pemberton Arts Group is one of the 41 organisations from Western Australia’s creative sector granted funds as part of a Lotterywest grant program
A strong community turnout marked a successful Devonshire tea at Peninsula House over the Anzac Day long weekend, held as part of the Southern Forests and Valleys Heritage Festival.
The Shire of Nannup celebrated the official opening of its Early Years Precinct and nature-based playground last week, marking a significant moment for young families across the community.
A long-awaited upgrade to Stanifer Street in Greenbushes is now under way, with the major reconstruction project fully funded by Talison Lithium.
Bridgetown pair Darcy Craven and Sam van Diemen have been named in the 32-man squad for this year’s WAFL State game.
The Shire of Manjimup will begin the next stage of its long-term Graphite Road upgrade program in late April, with works set to take place between SLK 1.12 and SLK 1.52 near Arnott Street.
