What's in the News?

• First day of summer bushfires damages loved arboretum home to 100yo trees

  The 800-hectare Helms Arboretum is a popular destination for weddings and nature lovers, but will remain closed for major rehabilitation works after bushfire ripped through much of the area. 2024-12-07 00:43:40

• Anthony Albanese announces measures to revive WA's Sculputes by the Sea

  Organisers have welcomed Anthony Albanese's rescue package to revive the Sculptures by the Sea exhibition in WA, but they say it's too late to salvage.  2024-12-07 00:00:03

• WA city hopes AI and birth control will curb its pigeon problem

  Geraldton's growing pigeon population, fuelled by bumper crops and spilled grain along roads, is raising concerns for households and businesses. 2024-12-06 23:29:26

• Curbing the Pigeon Population

  Geraldton's growing pigeon population, fuelled by two bumper grain seasons and spilled grain along roads, is raising concerns. To tackle the issue, the shire is using OvoControl, a pigeon birth control, dispensed through feeder stations. 2024-12-06 23:29:26

• How much water do you really need to drink on a hot day?

  With summer upon us and the potential for more extreme heatwaves, what's the best way to stay hydrated? And do cold drinks really cool us down? 2024-12-06 20:00:00