Sunday, May 27th, 2012

Gascoyne News

Price rise on the table but growers do it tough

Table grape prices have gone through the roof just as harvest begins but for some growers it is not enough to buffer the losses of a tough season.
December 5, 2011, 11:08 am
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Environmental concern over leases

Environmental groups have voiced concern over the latest round of offshore oil and gas exploration leases granted last week.
December 5, 2011, 11:16 am
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Police reminder to take keys from car

Carnarvon police are concerned insurance companies will not cover the cost of raided and stolen vehicles because they were unlocked.
November 24, 2011, 11:18 am

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Driver found guilty of harm to cyclist

Exmouth resident Alan Brockman and his family have reacted with relief to news the man who caused Mr Brockman’s severe injuries two years ago by driving into him while he was cycling, has been found guilty of two charges of grievous bodily harm.
November 24, 2011, 11:12 am
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Flood levee scheme could help all Carnarvon homes

Every property in Carnarvon will benefit from a proposed flood levee system, according to the Department of Water.
November 24, 2011, 11:11 am

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Murchison Metals in trading halt

The future of the troubled $6 billion Oakajee port and rail project and $3.7 billion Jack Hills Mid West mine could become clearer within days, with Murchison Metals placing its shares in a trading halt while it seeks to bed down a deal to sell its entire stake in both assets.
November 21, 2011, 4:46 pm

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Youth workers get new office

Youth workers dealing with at-risk juveniles and young offenders in Carnarvon have a new place to work.
November 17, 2011, 4:03 pm
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Salt mine weathers the storm with record production month

Despite operations being disrupted by cyclones Bianca and Carlos and torrential flooding in December, Dampier Salt’s Lake Macleod mine shipped a record tonnage last month.
November 17, 2011, 4:02 pm

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Cows too big: Indonesia

Cattle station owners may find their profits take a hit after a bumper year has seen some livestock become too heavy to export to Indonesia.
November 17, 2011, 3:58 pm

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Police search for men after rubbish tip fire

More than 60 car wrecks at Carnarvon’s rubbish tip were lost in a dangerous fire last Thursday.
November 11, 2011, 12:15 pm

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Dash mistake fixed

The car that was first across the line at the recent Gascoyne Dash has been reinstated as the winner after a time penalty for not stopping at a stop sign was reduced from 30 to 20 minutes.
November 11, 2011, 12:13 pm

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Base deal raises nuclear concerns

The Greens have criticised a proposed agreement between Australia and America relating to operation and access to the Australian Naval Communication Station on the North West Cape.
November 11, 2011, 12:09 pm
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Public schools to merge

Carnarvon's education is set for a transformation after an announcement the three public schools will be merged into one.
November 11, 2011, 12:07 pm
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MBA awards announced

Geraldton Building Services and Cabinets has taken out the overall best commercial building awards at the recent MBA Awards Ceremony.
November 4, 2011, 10:28 am

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Around the world, no friendlier city

Geraldton has been the best place visited on the Clipper Around The World Yacht Race journey so far, according to New York crew member Rachel Chapman.
November 4, 2011, 10:17 am

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Urban art project a hit

An urban art project in Geraldton has been hailed a world first after it involved designers from New York, London and Melbourne.
November 4, 2011, 10:01 am

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Romance wins over race rivalry

Sworn enemies at sea, Nik Brbora and Annelise Nelson are the most loving of couples at port.
November 4, 2011, 9:44 am

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Pistols among stolen guns

Police are concerned after the theft of seven firearms, including four high-powered handguns, from a home in Strathalbyn.
November 2, 2011, 9:22 am

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Retailers anxious to act

Retailers in Geraldton that chose to open on Sunday during the visit of cruise ship Radiance of the Seas have called on the Mid West Chamber of Commerce and the City to work together to achieve the success small businesses are experiencing in Albany during cruise visits.
November 2, 2011, 9:21 am

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Network hits back at needle critics

Australian Vaccination Network president Meryl Dorey has defended her controversial group against claims it is opposed to vaccination, biased and provides information that runs counter to medical opinion.
November 2, 2011, 9:20 am

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