WA teacher charged with sexual abuse of student
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
A Frederick Irwin Anglican School teacher faces charges of sexual penetration and possessing child exploitation material. The alleged abuse occurred between 2024 and 2025.
A 33-year-old teacher from a Perth Anglican school faces multiple charges over alleged persistent sexual conduct with a teenage boy. She will appear in court later this month.
Trainer Shayne Williams aims for redemption in Mandurah's $91,605 Birthday Cup with favourite Iconic Jet after last year's heartbreaking defeat. Can the classy stayer triumph in the 400m dash?
A 33-year-old WA teacher faces multiple charges for alleged persistent sexual abuse of a male student. She will appear in Mandurah Magistrates Court on January 27.
Two Mandurah doctors, Professor Frank Jones and Dr Alex Ashenden, receive top RACGP awards. They discuss GP challenges, Medicare rebates, and why funding should go to existing practices, not urgent care clinics. Read their inspiring stories.
A Mandurah family welcomed WA's first baby of 2026 at Peel Health Campus. Meanwhile, Rockingham General Hospital recorded its busiest festive season for births. Discover the top baby names in WA.
Honest gelding Without Reg, ridden by Holly Watson, clinched the $100,000 Mandurah Cup in a career-best performance. Trainer Rhys Radford praises the winning ride. Read the full race recap.
Recent runner-up Angel Undercover gets another shot at feature race success in Saturday's $100,000 Mandurah Cup. Can the consistent mare finally break through?
A major bushfire near Warnbro station has forced the closure of the Mandurah train line and key roads. Over 100 firefighters are battling the out-of-control blaze, with residents warned of ember attacks. Read the latest updates and safety advice.
Newcastle Council's redevelopment plans for the iconic Ocean Baths focus on a cafe/restaurant, but locals argue swimming facilities and change rooms are being overlooked. Read the community's concerns.
Hunter United Diving Academy faces an uncertain future as conflicting advice from council and SafeWork NSW keeps Lambton pool's diving facilities closed. The club, which has produced Olympians, is now fighting for survival.
The Town of Cambridge has paused all unplanned upgrades to community facilities and open spaces for 12-24 months. The move aims to develop a strategic master plan for future recreation investments. Have your say in the upcoming consultation.
Western Australia celebrated its biggest Lotto year since 2016, with Stirling and Mandurah suburbs sharing the top spot. Discover where the luck was and how winners spent their millions.
Greyhound Mailata surged to victory in the Dawesville Cup final at Mandurah. The star chaser secured his second major trophy, adding to his impressive career earnings. Read the full race recap.
A look back at Mandurah's unforgettable 2025: saying goodbye to King Carnival, welcoming champion athletes, and navigating community change. Read the year's biggest stories.
WA Mums Cottage in Mandurah receives a $23,000 Lotterywest grant to fund crisis and emergency relief for local families facing financial hardship. The charity provides vital support services.
Kevin Steele, a high-risk domestic violence offender, was fined $1000 after claiming he accidentally entered a prohibited area in Waikiki. Magistrate Leanne Atkins called it a difficult sentencing exercise.
Janina Heather, a Meadow Springs mother relocating to care for sick family, has won Harcourts Mandurah's $15,000 Ultimate Giveaway, funding her move to the Cook Islands.
The Shire of Murray has finished installing its new licence plate recognition CCTV network, boosting community safety with real-time data for police. Read about the project and its funding.
Nearly 200 people from diverse backgrounds gathered in Wollongong for a Hanukkah service, showing solidarity with the Jewish community days after the deadly Bondi terror attack. Read about the powerful message of unity.
The Geelong community has come together to raise over $7000 for disability advocate Sarah Humble, funding a new power wheelchair to replace her failing one. Read this heartwarming story of local support.
Canberra faces a severe shortage of outdoor public pools as developers replace them with indoor facilities. With a population set to hit 800,000, experts warn the current trend is unsustainable. Read more.
An 82-year-old Mandurah man nearly died from a rare Shewanella infection after entering the Peel-Harvey Estuary. His warning highlights hidden dangers for crabbers and swimmers.
Mandurah residents urged to prevent mosquito bites after a new University of Adelaide study links warmer temperatures to increased Ross River virus outbreaks. Learn the risks and how to protect yourself.
Hundreds gathered in Nowra for a vigil supporting the Shoalhaven Jewish community after the Bondi terror attack. Attendees heard emotional calls for unity against hate.
Nearly half of Cockburn residents say a proposed $7 million upgrade for Beeliar Reserve and Community Centre is inadequate. Read the community's concerns and the council's response.
Developer Geocon secures approval for a 25-metre indoor pool in Woden, replacing the outdoor 50m Phillip pool. The decision has sparked community outrage and accusations of a flawed planning process.
St Andrew's Grammar School in Dianella unveils its $9 million Bianca Afkos Science and Technology Centre, featuring robotics labs and performance spaces. Opens Term 1, 2026.
In the wake of the Bondi attack, a journalist reflects on the suburb's unique, close-knit community and the vital role of its Jewish residents. This is about the Australia we choose to be.
Elite Deluxe triumphed in the Great Western final at Tabtouch Park Mandurah, holding off Aussie Gem. The win boosts his record to 9 from 14 starts. Read the full race recap.