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Off the streetsPremiumPolice operation reveals alarming number of drugs on roads

A major drug operation south of Geraldton ran across three days this week, with police from multiple units joining forces to tackle drug trafficking in the region. 

Jessica Moroney

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Bushfire Downgraded
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Bushfire near Geraldton downgraded to watch and act

The bushfire warning south of Geraldton has been downgraded to a watch and act, as firefighters continue to fight the blaze.

Matthew Paddick

Cricket Gero one win away from country week glory

Geraldton’s number one country week cricket side has qualified for the A-section grand final against Albany at the WACA Ground on Friday.

Luke Lawson & Victor Tanti

Vale KelvinPremiumTributes flow for ex-CEO who died after battle with cancer

Dr Kelvin Matthews, former chief executive of the Shire of Meekatharra, has died following complications from a cancer diagnosis.

Matthew Paddick

Precinct makeoverCommentsPremiumFunding to help transform Mid West park into renewable hub

The Federal funding from the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program will be used to undertake planning, detailed design and a comprehensive business case for the project.

Staff reporter

Cricket Mixed results for Gero in round 2 of country week

There were mixed results for both Geraldton sides during round two of the Country Cricket Championships with 1’s getting a big win against Busselton Margaret River, 2’s going down to Great Southern.

Luke Lawson

Youth crimePremiumNats vow to create On-Country programs for young offenders

The Nationals WA have pledged $140m towards tackling youth crime and establishing support services to divert young offenders away from the justice system if they form government at the March State election.

Jessica Moroney

Labor’s VisionOncology, RFDS set to be on Labor’s radar in Geraldton

An oncology service, funding for a locally-based Royal Flying Doctor Service, and school upgrades are among the projects set to be committed to in Geraldton should Labor be re-elected in March.

Matthew Paddick

SurfingMW Trio compete with the best of Australia

Three Geraldton locals competed at the 20th annual Taj’s Small Fries surf comp at Yallingup Beach, going up against some of the best junior surfers in the country. 

Luke Lawson

Election commitmentPremiumLiberal Government to provide safe house for Gascoyne youth

The WA Liberal Party will invest more than $9 million over four years to establish a night safe space for youth in the Gascoyne town of Carnarvon if elected to government.

Jessica Moroney

Gascoyne volunteersPremiumFunding equips emergency services vollies with new gear

Carnarvon State Emergency Service volunteers will benefit from a $775,000 investment to improve emergency service resources and equipment in the region.

Jessica Moroney

Softball Pink round steals the show in softball

Round 12 of the Geraldton softball season saw players don pink to raise funds for the McGrath Foundation, adding a charitable dimension to the competition. 

Derek Goforth

Local PoliticsPremiumLabor politician apologises to Nats over social media post

Agricultural Region MLC Sandra Carr has apologised to a Nationals staffer following an online social media post that accused the latter of ‘political weaponising’ the issue of crime in Geraldton.

Matthew Paddick

CrimePremiumMan charged following attempted Geraldton bottle shop theft

Police have charged a man after allegedly attempting to steal from a Geraldton bottle shop on Saturday.

Matthew Paddick

Water poloB52’s stage last quarter comeback to stay on top

B52’s made a triumphant comeback to the women’s A-grade competition in round 12 of the Geraldton water polo season, securing a 7-3 victory over the second-placed Demons side. 

Derek Goforth

Golf 46th annual country week a success for all

More than 200 competitors took to the Geraldton Golf Club for the 46th annual country week with players flocking to the Mid West from Derby, Margaret River, and the Goldfields.

Luke Lawson

Windsurfing PremiumKenyon cleans up

Last week saw the Jaffle Shack Oceania Youth Wave Titles at Sunset Beach with star local 16-year-old Sarah Kenyon claiming two huge victories.

Luke Lawson

Election commitmentPremiumSurf life savers to benefit from re-elected Labor Govt

Premier Roger Cook has promised a $250,000 grant to the Geraldton Surf Life Saving Club to upgrade its aged storage shed if his Labor Government is re-elected at the State election. 

Jessica Moroney

Regional recruitsPremiumLabor’s election promise to help country cops stay regional

A re-elected Labor Government will invest $15.6 million on incentives encouraging more police recruits to live regionally.

Jessica Moroney

Shore Leave 2025PremiumState Government supports return of Shore Leave Festival

The Mid West’s beloved Shore Leave festival will return in April this year after the State Government announced it would support keeping the signature event on the calendar.

Jessica Moroney

Criminal responsibilityPremiumLabor pledges to target troubled youth under 10

Offenders between the ages of five and nine who currently slip through the cracks of the justice system will be targeted in a trial program under a re-elected Labor Government.

Jessica Moroney

Consumer WatchPremiumDon’t ignore fire risks posed by lithium-ion batteries

Lithium-ion batteries have become the fastest growing home fire risk in WA, according to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services.

Natasha Pirrottina

Positive responsePremiumBike patrols find and charge alleged thief in CBD

New police bike patrols in the Geraldton CBD are making a dent in retail theft and antisocial behaviour.

Jessica Moroney

Safety concernsPremiumCommunity urged to act safely around discarded needles

The City of Greater Geraldton says it has not received an increase in reports of discarded syringes, despite enquiries about increased online reports emerging.

Matthew Paddick