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A fishing ban has been proposed at the artificial reef off C.Y. O’Connor Beach.

Local GovernmentCommentsPerth council proposes another ‘no fishing’ zone

The State Government angered fishers in December when it implemented an 18-month fishing ban on demersal fish species, such as dhufish, from Kalbarri to Augusta. Now, a Perth council wants to follow suit.

Michael Palmer

City of Perth’s current councillors.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTCommentsPremiumLord Mayor rejects motion calling for his immediate exit

A proposed motion of no confidence against City of Perth Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds was rejected at the city’s annual electors’ meeting.

Sophie Gannon

Not a seat was left bare at Tuesday night’s City of Perth Annual Electors General meeting.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTCommentsPremiumLord Mayor addresses major ‘elephant in the room’ at meeting

Not a seat was left bare at tonight’s City of Perth annual electors’ general meeting, as residents and city stakeholders flocked to the stands to ask questions, move motions and vote to put them through.

Sophie Gannon

Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds has responded to the leaking of a risk assessment report.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTPremiumMayor breaks silence amid explosive risk assessment leak

Perth Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds has spoken out after the leak of a confidential risk assessment which revealed ‘inappropriate’ behaviour and psychological risks within the walls of the city.

Sophie Gannon

Fitzroy Crossing has been without its visitor centre since November.

Crossed outPremiumVisitor centre ‘essential’ for Fitzroy Crossing

Staff shortages and security concerns have been blamed for the closure of the Fitzroy Crossing visitor centre.

Michael Palmer

City of Perth chief executive Michelle Reynolds is scheduled to lodge a risk assessment of the council.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTCommentsPremiumPerth council report to be kept out of public eye

The report is believed to be in response to concerns raised with the CEO about the wellbeing and safety of some council members, and some staff who work closely with them.

Sophie Gannon

The City of Perth has been sent a hefty bill to pay for the new Local Government Inspector’s monitor who will look at how the city is being run.

LOCAL GOVERNMENTPremium‘It’s embarrassing’: Ratepayers forced to cover monitor bill

The City of Perth has been sent a hefty bill to pay for the new Local Government Inspector’s monitor.

Sophie Gannon

The City of Joondalup has made a key appointment to its executive leadership team.

Senior appointmentPremiumCity of Joondalup appoints new planning director

The City of Joondalup has made a key appointment to its executive leadership team.

Liam Murphy

Shire of Narrogin council endorsed the transition of shire-run Narrogin Regional Homecare Services to an external provider.

Homecare Transition ServiceCouncil endorse Narrogin homecare to become externally-run

A State homecare provider is set to take Wheatbelt residents under its wing after the Shire of Narrogin council resolved to transition its shire-run service to an external provider.

Hannah Whitehead

Floodwaters around Fitzroy Crossing airport in 2023.

AviationPremiumUpgrade for Fitzroy Crossing airport backed

A multimillion-dollar upgrade to ensure a regional airport remains open during emergencies has been endorsed.

Michael Palmer

The Shire of Derby/West Kimberley wants another operator for licensing services in Derby.

‘Minimal’ returnShire drive to change hands for licensing services

Cost concerns may result in a reduction of licensing services in Derby.

Michael Palmer & Phoebe Solon

Plans to build 22 units on a vacant block in Innaloo have been approved.

WA NewsCommentsPremiumRise of higher-density living in Perth as apartments get nod

Plans to build 22 units on a vacant block in Perth’s inner northern suburbs have been approved.

Liam Murphy

Tony Brown made his choice after 14-days of commencing his powers.

Local GovernmentCommentsPremiumPerth local Government Inspector announces top priority

Newly appointed Local Government inspector Tony Brown has revealed which council is his top priority.

Sophie Gannon

WALGA president Karen Chappel said the system was not working as intended.

State PoliticsCommentsPremiumWALGA claim they’re being ‘robbed’ by loophole

Local councils claim they’re being robbed of hundreds of thousands of dollars every year due to a loophole allowing some not-for-profits to avoid paying rates.

Oliver Lane

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley's Wyndham office.

On the move?PremiumReturn to Wyndham on the cards

The Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley could be back in Wyndham by the end of this year.

Michael Palmer

A WA Police spokesperson said a man in his 60s was charged and investigations were ongoing.

CRIMEPremiumShire President’s husband charged with harassment

The West Australian understands the alleged calls were made to a Gingin shire councillor, who sits on the council alongside Linda Balcombe.

Oliver Lane

Council has voted for Soldiers Memorial Hall in Narrogin to be the RSLWA Narrogin sub-branch’s home.

RSL re-homedPremiumNarrogin RSL reclaim Soldiers Hall after council vote

A newly reformed RSL sub-branch has reclaimed its century-old home after a unanimous council vote and strong political support to continue the club’s legacy.

Hannah Whitehead

Former Town of Cambridge mayor Keri Shannon.

Local governmentPremiumFormer mayor forced to apologise for code of conduct breach

The State Administrative Tribunal has handed down what penalties former Town of Cambridge mayor Keri Shannon should face for breaching the town’s code of conduct.

Michael Palmer

A 2022 Denmark bushfire destroyed four homes and required 130 firefighters.

Fire funding Denmark and Jerramungup shires receive $800k bushfire grants

Two shires with histories of significant bushfires have each been awarded grants of more than $800,000 to help protect their communities.

Claire Middleton

The City of South Perth has joined opposition to the proposed Perth Street Circuit.

Burswood racetrackCommentsPremium‘Crazy’: Another local council opposes Burswood racetrack

‘A motorsport street circuit bringing with it the noise levels that we have heard is just crazy.’

Sophie Gannon

Gnowangerup farming and local business fire units attending the Hughes Street house fire on November 25.

VOLUNTEER FIREYSShire thanks community units’ swift response to house fire

The bravery of Great Southern residents who rushed to the scene of a suspicious house fire in Gnowangerup last month and helped  contain the blaze before it spread, has been recognised by the shire.

Hannah Whitehead

Mount Barker Bulls Football Club Executive Officer Maddie Patterson with Shire President Len Handasyde receiving their grant to help support disadvantaged teens to play footy.

Community grantGrants awarded to Plantagenet community organisations

Nine community groups, sporting clubs and not-for-profit organisations will share in $155,000 from the Shire of Plantagenet thanks to its community grants program. 

Amy Towers

Hannah Fitzhardinge and John Dowson

Local governmentPremiumInvestigation into past mayor’s behaviour released

Hannah Fitzhardinge — who was toppled as mayor of the port city in the October local government elections — was the subject of a complaint to the city from Mary-Ann Goodlich.

Michael Palmer

City of Albany have set flags to half-mast to honour the victims of Sunday’s shooting at Bondi Beach.

victims honouredCity of Albany flies flags at half-mast for Bondi victims

The City of Albany flew its flags at half-mast on Monday, joining local governments around the State in a silent gesture to pay tribute to the victims of the tragic events at Bondi Beach on Sunday. 

Jacki Elezovich