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A woman died following a random breath test in Geraldton on Monday night. File image

PolicePremiumWoman dies suddenly after roadside breath test in Geraldton

An internal investigation has been launched after a woman died in ‘police presence’ following a roadside breath testing operation in Geraldton on Monday night.

Sienna Seychell

The Geraldton housing market is still expected to record an annual price rise of 15 per cent, according to new industry data.

Real estatePremiumGeraldton market tipped for 15% rise despite slowdown

Despite obstacles in its way, the Geraldton housing market is still expected to record an annual price rise of 15 per cent, according to new industry data.

Kate Campbell

Mim Strom and Monique Bessen celebrate Sunday’s win over St Kilda.

FootballPremiumStrom superb as Freo survive scare to secure top eight

Fremantle’s bid for an AFLW finals return in 2026 has a pulse with an 11-point victory over St Kilda on Sunday afternoon enough to put them in the top eight with two rounds remaining.

Rebecca Ruthven

Leo Prout for B52's in round one.

Water PoloPremiumB52’s begin A-grade title defence with tight win over Rats

B52’s made a winning start to the Geraldton water polo season, successfully getting their title defences under way with opening-round victories in men’s and women’s A-grade on Saturday.

Derek Goforth

Father Robert Cross blesses the fleet.

CommunityPremiumCommunity spirit makes splash at Blessing of the Fleet

Geraldton’s Blessing of the Fleet returned to Fisherman’s Wharf on Sunday to celebrate the community’s maritime culture and prepare for fishing season. 

Sally Q Davies

Wanderers versus Towns in the opening round.

CricketPremiumWanderers, Sporties off the mark with round one wins

Wanderers got their Geraldton Bendigo Bank Cricket League season under way with a convincing 60-run win thanks to their top order, on Saturday afternoon at GBSC Sports Park. 

Victor Tanti

Daricece Barndon, 7.

IndigenousPremiumBundiyarra holds NAIDOC celebrations with community event

Fifty years of NAIDOC celebrations came to Bundiyarra Aboriginal Community Corporation, with a community event on Friday that recognised and honour the Yamatji people and culture. 

Sally Q Davies

The Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation NAIDOC drone show.

NAIDOCPremiumYamatji drone show returns for a night of storytelling

First Nations stories will be illuminated in the night sky as the Yamatji Southern Regional Corporation prepares to bring to life its NAIDOC drone show once again this weekend.

Sienna Seychell

Dogs appear to have mastered the art of complete relaxation.

Pom in OzPremiumIf I could come back as anything, I’d be a dog

Recent reports of cruelty towards dogs have left me saddened, sickened and absolutely furious. 

Derek Goforth

Peter Fiorenza at Culloden.

What I SeePremiumHow the land can form a huge part of your identity

As I wrap up reflecting on six weeks travelling across Scotland, there is something that strikes me about the Scots. 

Peter Fiorenza

Sam Mainwaring coached East Fremantle colts to a premiership

FootballPremiumGeraldton’s Sam Mainwaring joins Fremantle coaching panel

East Fremantle colts premiership coach and Geraldton product Sam Mainwaring will join Fremantle’s coaching panel for the 2027 season, taking on the role of midfield development coach. 

Rebecca Ruthven

Telethon 2026 Challenge Yourself Hub at RAC Arena: Pictured is Chris Ashton who has just finished riding 900km for Telethon. His is pictured with his daughter (no name on request).

TelethonPremiumInspired by the kids to keep calm and carry on cycling

Driven by the courage of sick children, Geraldton local Chris Ashton was inspired to pedal through the night for his 24-hour non-stop solo spin bike challenge to raise funds for Telethon.

Sienna Seychell

Senior project officer John Crothers, Health Infrastructure Minister John Carey, acting director of nursing/health service manager Catherine Barndon, redevelopment project officer Danielle Cream and coordinator of nursing Vanessa Parker outside the Mullewa Community Hospital.

HealthPremiumConstruction complete on $25m Mullewa hospital upgrade

The construction of a new hospital in Mullewa is now complete, and will provide full time emergency care to increase options for the small town and surrounding community.

Sally Q Davies

Biggie, Moana and Nala have since recovered and been adopted into new loving homes.

Animal crueltyPremiumGeraldton named worst regional animal cruelty hotspot

An unwanted streak for the City of Greater Geraldton has continued — named the worst hotspot in regional WA for animal cruelty complaints for the third year in a row.

Kate Campbell & Caleb Runciman

Owner of Valhalla MMA Waylon Prater.

CourtPremiumMMA coach, gym owner accused of violent crimes begs for bail

A Geraldton MMA coach and gym owner — who has previously run self-defence classes for women — has pleaded his case for bail after being charged will multiple violent offences, including choking.

Sally Q Davies

Geraldton doctor Pippin Holmes is a new board director at Rural Health West.

Rural healthPremiumGeraldton doctor joins Rural Health West board

A Geraldton doctor with a deep understanding of the strengths and challenges facing regional and remote communities has been elected to the board of Rural Health West.

Kate Campbell

Art from Love the Leaves exhibition.

ArtsPremiumExhibition urges viewers to turn over a different leaf

An art exhibition presented by a local environmental group is encouraging the community to see leaves differently. 

Sally Q Davies

The crowd at the Chapman Valley Country Music Festival.

ArtsPremiumHoe down fun at Chapman Valley Country Music Festival

Country music fans donned their cowboy boots for a festival weekend in the Mid West, as the Chapman Valley Country Music Festival returned to the Nanson Showgrounds. 

Sally Q Davies

CBH area manager Ben Ketteringham and general manager Colette Newton.

AgriculturePremiumCBH Geraldton is ready to battle new challenges this harvest

Geraldton’s CBH grain terminal is gearing up for another busy season, even though it won’t reach the heights of last year’s record-breaking harvest.

Sienna Seychell

B52s Kurt Tunbridge'’

Water PoloPremiumTeams ready to make a splash as new season gets under way

Geraldton Water Polo Association returns to the Aquarena this weekend, with new season’s opening round offering an early opportunity for teams to lay down a marker after last season’s grand final battles.

Derek Goforth

The Bunnings site on North West Coastal Highway in Wonthella has been brought to market.

Real estatePremiumFor sale: Future of existing Bunnings site in the frame

As the new Bunnings mega-store takes shape at the Geraldton Homemaker Centre, the future of the existing Bunnings site is coming into focus, with the 3.3-hectare prime piece of real estate hitting the market.

Kate Campbell

Dean Pascoe bats for Rams.

SoftballPremiumMen’s grand final replay headlines round one softball action

Geraldton Softball Association’s new season returns this weekend, with the reigning premiers looking to defend their crown as the 2026-27 competition gets under way at Utakarra Softball Park.

Derek Goforth

Hawks’ Kayla Fehlauer drives on the bucket while under pressure from Chapman Valley's Natalie Caruana.

BasketballPremiumHawks women swoop on win in division one return

Pumas began their division one title defences in style, while Hawks’ women produced a fourth-quarter comeback to defeat Chapman Valley as the Geraldton Amateur Basketball Association season got under way.

Derek Goforth

Chloe Spence looks to kick for Great Northern.

FootballPremiumGreat Northern set ‘real foundations’ for future success

Great Northern women’s coach Drew Macgregor could not be happier with the progress shown during this year’s Country Championship, despite being unable to overcome tournament powerhouse South West.

Rebecca Ruthven