Sunday, May 27th, 2012

Esperance News

Youth the focus of Esperance festivities

The contribution of young people and supporting them in the community were two of the main themes of Australia Day celebrations in Esperance yesterday.
January 27, 2012, 11:46 am
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Grants program for beach care

A new round of the Southern Incentives-Southern Shores Coastal and Marine small grants program has been launched to empower community groups and land managers to look after beaches and coastal reserves.
January 30, 2012, 9:43 am
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Cockatoos face mass starvation

An impending starvation crisis for Carnaby cockatoos in western parts of WA is a timely reminder to protect dwindling flocks in the south-east, according to local bird expert Raana Scott.
January 25, 2012, 9:34 am
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Passengers enjoy visit

Visitors from land and sea strolled through the streets of downtown Esperance yesterday, enjoying a range of displays put on by local groups.
January 23, 2012, 10:07 am

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Artist shares her journey

Local artists can get some inspiration and tips from Perth-based artist Carmen McFaull, who has launched an exhibition and series of workshops at the Cannery Arts Centre.
January 23, 2012, 10:04 am

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Mental health housing in crisis

The shortage of accommodation for people with mental health problems is one of the most urgent issues that needs to be addressed in Esperance, Eyre MLA Graham Jacobs says.
January 23, 2012, 9:59 am

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Youth awards

Esperance residents have been encouraged to nominate young people for the annual WA youth awards.
January 23, 2012, 9:40 am
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Diversity of economy key to growth

A diversified economy, consisting of healthy tourism, agriculture, mining and fishing industries, is key to the growth of Esperance, according to Chamber of Commerce and Industry chief executive Grant Shipp.
January 17, 2012, 9:42 am
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Ladies' golf a good day out

Golfers enjoyed a pleasant round at the Esperance Golf Club last week.
January 16, 2012, 10:19 am

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Get 'Outta the Shed' and on show

Owners of restored vehicles have been called on to take part in a show and shine car show being organised in Esperance on March 4.
January 16, 2012, 10:09 am

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Barley in the spotlight

The future of the Esperance barley industry will be thrashed out at a grower forum organised by the South East Premium Wheatgrowers Association.
January 16, 2012, 10:06 am
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Online move makes business sense

Esperance businesses have been encouraged to make greater use of the internet, where appropriate, to boost sales following an increasing number of customers buying goods online.
January 16, 2012, 10:04 am
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Premier to visit next month

Premier Colin Barnett will visit the Esperance and Ravensthorpe region next month to get an update on local projects and activities.
January 16, 2012, 10:01 am
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Town must ‘retain relaxed lifestyle’

The need to retain Esperance’s friendly and relaxed lifestyle has emerged as a consistent and fundamental theme in the SuperTowns process, according to GEDC district manager Shane Liddelow.
January 16, 2012, 10:01 am
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House prices a buyer’s dream

The Esperance median house price fell by $50,000 during 2011, with more than 290 residential properties currently on the market.
January 16, 2012, 9:58 am
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Young novelist gains major English award

Jerdacuttup teenager Zoe Williams has been recognised for her dedication to education with a certificate of distinction for English in the Western Australian Certificate of Education examinations.
January 12, 2012, 10:29 am

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Sailors hit the water

Young sailors from around WA battled Esperance’s ever-changing weather last week in the 54th Pelican State Championships.
January 9, 2012, 10:19 am

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Catwalk queens

A colourful array of dresses and hats were on display at the Esperance Bay Turf Club’s ladies day on Friday.
January 9, 2012, 10:17 am

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Workshops strengthening trade relations

Another successful noodle wheat technical workshop at the Department of Agriculture and Food recently has strengthened trade relations with the Japanese government and noodle flour milling industry.
January 9, 2012, 10:15 am

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Shire to address doctor shortage

The Shire of Esperance is looking at taking an active role in helping to establish a temporary co-located medical facility to help ease the town’s “chronic” doctor shortage.
January 9, 2012, 10:13 am
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