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ExplorationPremiumLefroy Exploration inks side deal with Gold Fields

That saw the companies ink a side deal to the farm-in agreement struck in 2018 under which Gold Fields will hand over half of the shortfall in cash.

Jason Mennell

MiningSt Barbara’s golden Leonora province shake-up

St Barbara in December outlined a plan that put the historic Gwalia goldmine front and centre of a plan to boost group output by 40 per cent to as much as 570,000oz by 2025.

Jason Mennell

BASKETBALLCommentsPremiumLack of defence leaves Giants in despair

A late lapse in concentration saw Goldfields Giants concede their seventh loss of the 2021 NBL1 season on Saturday night, outpointed by Kalamunda 99-96.

Rory Coleman-Heard

COVID-19 RULESCommentsPremiumNew COVID-19 guidelines make it easier to run events

WA’s relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions from tomorrow will make it much easier to hold large events, City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder chief executive John Walker says.

Jason Mennell

NOT GUILTY PLEACommentsPremiumAccused pleads not guilty

Kayden Jon Rako, 22, appeared in Kalgoorlie Magistrate’s Court yesterday to have the matter set down for a trial.

Tegan Guthrie

RAIL INFRASTRUCTURECommentsPremiumHigh hopes for Hampton rail terminal

“I think this epitomises what we in the Goldfields like to think we are ... that’s the sort of industry that we have.”

Tom Robinson

TENNISCommentsPremiumPiccadilly stays on top of pennants ladder

Leading teams Piccadilly and Fimiston were successful in the latest round of Goldfields Tennis Club pennants fixtures, but only after holding off gallant opposition in Lamington and Trafalgar.

BAIL DENIEDCommentsPremiumMan accused of stab charges is denied bail

A Leonora man accused of stabbing his partner five times has had his bail denied for a second time despite his lawyer expressing concerns regarding the man’s epilepsy.

Tegan Guthrie

Fisher concernsPremiumFish supply hit to local restaurants flagged

Predominantly a pilchard fisherman, Mr Gray told the Kalgoorlie Miner the changes would hit many small commercial operators in the hip pocket.

FOOTBALLCommentsPremiumPanthers fight back to win two-point thriller

A thin form line separating the Goldfields Football League’s top four was underpinned on Saturday when Railways pegged back an early deficit to edge Mines Rovers by two points

Neale Harvey

FOOTBALLCommentsPremiumRoos gain two-game break on GFL ladder

Kalgoorlie grabbed a seventh Goldfields Football League win for 2021 by 58 points on Saturday against Kambalda.

Neale Harvey

CCTV PRIVACYCommentsPremiumShire asked to draw up CCTV privacy policy

Shire of Esperance councillors will tomorrow decide whether to adopt a CCTV policy after an alert resident said one should be developed to protect the privacy rights of the community.

Jason Mennell

REPAYING CITYCommentsPremiumSkate comp is man’s way of repaying city

A former Kalgoorlie-Boulder local hopes to inspire young people to follow their passions by bringing his lifestyle brand Brainless — and charity Moondreamz — to town with a skatepark competition.

Amber Lilley

golfPremium‘Super coach’ Craig Bishop coming to town

The featured topic is high-performance coaching, including philosophies, techniques and experience with athletes.

Neale Harvey

Treaty soughtCommentsPremiumTreaty sought to fix ongoing woes

“These are the stories we heard in the 70s and 80s, at what point does the Government step up and take responsibility?”

Tom Robinson

BASKETBALLCommentsPremiumPre-season loss fires up Giants for revenge

For most within Goldfields’ ranks, the Kalamunda defeat is still something of a sore spot.

Rory Coleman-Heard

footballCommentsPremiumRelaxing not in Rule book

“This is my swansong, before I sit back and watch others, but I’ve still got the passion,”

Neale Harvey

FootballCommentsPremiumJumper buddies support mates

“It gives our young players someone to look up to and makes for a fun training session.”

Neale Harvey

Lack of consultationCommentsPremiumTraditional owners lament lack of consultation

“Members are disappointed that after providing extensive feedback on the draft Bill ... they have yet to see what, if any, feedback will be included in the Bill to be presented later this year.”

Tom Robinson

Food call-outCommentsPremiumCall for residents to dig deep

More than 500 items were collected last year and the centre is hoping to go above and beyond that record this year.

Carwyn Monck

Holding the lineCommentsPremiumPunch holds the line on fishing plan

Mr Rundle told Parliament small fishing operators in Esperance and Albany felt they had not been listened to.

Jason Mennell

Language lives onCommentsPremiumLove of language lives on

“If you don’t know your language and you get up to dance, you’ll feel out of place.”

Tom Robinson

Bail application delayPremiumAssault accused has bail delayed

Magistrate Genevieve Cleary told Snr. Const. Pope she would need to hear the recording or see a transcript before she could reconsider Jenkin’s bail.

Tegan Guthrie

Care service talksCommentsPremiumMcGinn seeks care service transition clarity

“I attended the community forum last week along with the Member for Kalgoorlie and it was very clear to both of us that issue wasn’t put to bed and that there was more information required.”

Jason Mennell