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Amy is a reporter at the Albany Advertiser. She joined the company at the end of 2025 after graduating from Curtin University with a Bachelor of Communications. Amy loves photography and likes telling meaningful stories within the community. She is eager to develop her journalistic skills in the Great Southern region.

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Keen sailors on board the Leeuwin II for the sail day.

Leeuwin ShipAlbany crowds welcome Leeuwin II visit and jump on board

Crowds turned out in strong numbers to welcome the tall ship Leeuwin II on its three-day visit to Albany last week, with people able to explore the vessel and experience life at sea.

Amy Towers

Matilda Smith-Williams, snake bite victim Kylie Williams and Chloe McKenzie after the emotional ordeal in Kendenup.

Snake bitePremiumTeens hailed heroes in Great Southern snake bite emergency

Two Kendenup teenagers have been labelled heroes for saving Kylie Williams’ life after she had a life-threatening reaction to a snake bite, performing lifesaving CPR when she flat-lined in her own home.

Amy Towers

Cuballing celebrate their grand final win over Wandering.

Title triumphPremiumCuballing upset fancies to claims UGSCA A-grade premiership

Cuballing upset the Upper Great Southern Cricket Association pecking order by defending 192 to clinch the A-grade grand final over minor premiers Wandering on Saturday.

Claire Middleton and Amy Towers

Miki Oshio and Nozomi Hiraih enjoy the festivities.

Harmony FestivalPremiumIN PICTURES: Annual Harmony Festival bursts town to life

A burst of colour and celebration swept through Katanning on Friday night as the Harmony Festival united the community in a lively display of culture and connection.

Amy Towers

Levi Hexter, one, with Michael Bocian's third-placed pumpkin at the 2025 Lower Kalgan Pumpkin Festival.

Pumpkin Festival bluesAlbany’s annual pumpkin festival cancelled due to weather

The beloved Albany Pumpkin Festival has unfortunately been cancelled this weekend due to the unfavourable weather forecast. 

Amy Towers

Kristy Cameron, Belinda Jiles, Ashlyn Kendall, Seigo Fukuyama and John Slade.

Mental health Cyclists embark on 700km ride for youth mental health

Cyclists have hit the road on Tuesday for the annual Hawaiian Ride for Youth, embarking on a 700km journey visiting high schools in regional WA to raise awareness for youth mental health. 

Amy Towers

Flags lined up at the Harmony Festival Parade in Katanning on Friday.

Harmony FestivalHarmony Festival celebrates Katanning’s diverse community

Colour, music and laughter filled the streets of Katanning on Friday night as the Harmony Festival brought the town’s rich mix of cultures to life. 

Amy Towers

John Amann opened the first mead house in Albany in 1966.

Albany 2026 World War II survivor builds a sweet honey life in Albany

From surviving the turmoil of World War II in Germany to building a honey business, Johann (John) Amann reshaped a traumatic beginning to life to one of hard work and community in Albany.

Amy Towers

Jackson Jordan, Jarrah Davis, Winter Proudfoot, Gary Wun, and Bailin Curtis.

School BallPremiumIN PICTURES: Albany Senior High School ball night to savour

Albany Senior High School students have dazzled in a night to remember at their Year 12 ball on March 7.  SEE THE PICTURES HERE

Amy Towers

Dolphin Lodge’s Kiara Hambley and Kate Newport after their business received glowing reviews.

Award win Dolphin Lodge Albany wins two awards for visitor reviews

The Dolphin Lodge Albany has added two awards to its trophy cabinet being recognised for excellence by both Booking.com and Agoda. 

Amy Towers

Fred Verbruggen, 6, and Harry Radford, 7, in the Superkick program.

Football programNew AFL program Superkick launches in Albany for Year 2s

Young footballers in Albany will have a new opportunity to build their skills this season, with the AFL’s Superkick program launching locally for the first time on May 9. 

Amy Towers

Left: Peter Wallace handing the Queen a posy of roses. Right: Fran Wallace, pictured on far left, watching the royal couple go past in 1977.

Albany 2026The Queen’s visits to Albany remembered with excitement

Only a handful of Albany locals can say they saw the Queen not just once, but twice in Albany. 

Amy Towers