Buru explains its fracking plans
Buru Energy has issued an illustrated document explaining its plans to frack two wells later this year. Buru Energy [go to website]
View ArticleBroome: Shire losing patience on Kennedy Hill houses
Broome shire has extended a deadline to demolish or repair derelict houses by a fortnight. If work has not commenced at the end of this time the shire intends to sue Mallingbar Aboriginal Corporation...
View ArticleCane toad ‘buffer zone’ considered
Government and other agencies are considering establishing a “buffer zone” to stop cane toads entering the Pilbara. It would depend on keeping toads away from water points in the arid country south of...
View ArticleCars roll in two locations
An ambulance has been sent to attend an accident at Cherrabun Road. Police say a car with five passengers rolled early this afternoon. In a separate accident this morning, a car with seven passengers...
View ArticleBidyadanga gets problem gambling grant
The State Government has granted Bidyadanga community $194,000 to help problem gamblers. You can read a media release here: Government of Western Australia Department of the Premier and Cabinet...
View ArticleLombardina: Bushfire advice
DFES says a bushfire is burning near Cape Leveque Road, about 15 km south of Lombardina. You can read DFES’s advice here: The following alert has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency...
View ArticleWarmun: Flood rescuers’ bravery recognised
This years Australian Bravery Awards recognised nine people for their part in the 2011 flood rescues. Christopher Churchill and Senior Constable Donald Couper received Commendations for Brave Conduct....
View ArticleOne Arm Point wins Tidy Towns
One Arm Point community has taken out this year’s Tidy Towns award for the Kimberley. You can read a media release here: Media Statement One Arm Point wins Tidy Towns title One Arm Point (Ardyaloon)...
View ArticleBeagle Bay: Store burned down
Beagle Bay’s only store has burned down. There are no supplies available. You can read DFES’ statement here: The following statement has been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services...
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