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Phoebe Solon is a North West reporter for The Kimberley Echo, Broome Advertiser, Pilbara News and North West Telegraph

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The aftermath of cyclone Narelle has left much of Exmouth in a state of emergency.

Cyclone Narelle Exmouth Wild Prawn Festival postponed

The Exmouth Wild Prawn Festival has been postponed in the wake of damage caused by Tropical Cyclone Narelle, as recovery efforts begin in Exmouth.

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Shire of Broome votes to support funding for cruise visitor services.

Council PremiumBroome cruise visitor services approved by shire

Shire of Broome votes to support funding for cruise visitor services

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Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley office.

wa news COVID-19 policy rescinded

Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley formally rescinded its COVID-19 Emergency Response and Recovery Policy

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The Broome Turf Club’s request to waive 100 per cent of its waste fees has been declined by the council.

Council PremiumWaste disposal fees denied for Broome Turf Club

Shire of Broome declines to grant a full waiver of waste disposal fees to the Broome Turf Club

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A concept drawing of a proposed bust to commemorate the late William “Bill” Reed.

WA newsPremiumWilliam “Bill” Reed bust

Shire of Broome council unanimously approves a proposal to honour one of the town’s most influential figures with a public art bust commemorating the late William “Bill” Reed

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Swimming WA has secured $30,000 for its 2026 Tri Series Competition.

Funding State funding to support sport and recreation events

Two Pilbara-based organisations are among recipients of State Government funding to support sport and recreation events across WA, sharing a combined total of $48,624.

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The Wyndham weather radar is expected to be out of action for the next three months after it was struck by lightning on Christmas Day, the Bureau of Meteorology says.

Shire meeting PremiumWyndham weather radar restoration push

Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley ramping up pressure on the Federal Government to restore Wyndham weather radar

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Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley Council supports plan to improve public transport infrastructure by joining the State Government’s bus shelter subsidy program.

Shire council meeting Bus shelter subsidy program

Shire of Wyndham East Kimberley Council supports plan to improve public transport infrastructure by joining the State Government’s Bus Shelter Subsidy Program (BSSP)

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Karlayura Rodeo Inc co-founder Tui Magner in action at a previous event.

Sport State sport and recreation funding

Two Pilbara community organisations set to deliver major sporting events after securing State Government funding as part of a $1.78 million investment in sport and recreation across WA.

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Fiorita Wine Bar and Restaurant’s award-worthy steak sandwich.

Hospitality PremiumForget the pickles

Fiorita Wine Bar and Restaurant in Karratha nominated in the Hotels Association (WA) 2026 AHA & Little Creatures WA’s Best Steak Sandwich competition.

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Matso's Broome.

WA newsPremiumBroome’s best bite? Matso’s steaks its claim

Matso’s Broome is nominated in the Australian Hotels Association (WA) 2026 AHA & Little Creatures WA’s Best Steak Sandwich competition.

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Les McNuff getting a fresh cut for the World's Greatest Shave.

Charity PremiumKarratha trims, chops and shaves for charity

Karratha’s community comes together for this year’s World’s Greatest Shave, a nationwide fundraising campaign supporting Australians living with blood cancer

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