Latest by Vanessa Mills
Much-loved outback astronomer Greg 'Space Gandalf' Quicke dead at 62
A legend in the Kimberley with his distinctive white beard — Greg Quicke introduced generations of visitors and locals to the wonders of the universe through his "astro tours" in the town of Broome
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Hopes young citizen scientists can help preserve population of rare snubfin dolphins in the Kimberley
Scientists are hoping young people in the Kimberley with an interest in conservation can help preserve one of Australia's healthiest remaining snubfin dolphin populations.
Kimberley reefs avoid major coral bleaching event due to tropical storms bringing heat relief
Marine scientists are buoyed to find two reefs off the Kimberley coast have escaped the brunt of excessive sea temperatures over summer, but are worried about what's around the corner.
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Unaccompanied kids banned from watching junior footy in Broome after 'confronting' violence
The West Kimberley Football League employed security guards, locked gates and banned unaccompanied children from the grounds after a series of sideline assaults and fights in Broome.
Remote residents resorting to network of extension cords to keep the lights on, but help is on the way
Residents in Embalgan, north of Broome, are using long power cords from a costly diesel generator to supply their electricity, as the state government rolls out upgrades in remote communities.
Consumers feel the pinch as fuel set to get more expensive in the coming weeks and months
By business reporter Daniel Ziffer and Vanessa Mills
Conflict in the Middle East and Ukraine, improved economic conditions in the US and China and cuts to production have combined to drive the price of crude oil up. Converted to petrol and diesel, it's shipped to Australia, and the cost of it is only going one way: up.
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Swimming, water safety classes a hit with Kimberley seniors
The smiles and laughter ringing out across the public pool on a hot Halls Creek day say it all — these seniors love the water.
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Almost a million bees poisoned by insecticide at hives in WA's far north
Broome beekeeper Ryan Leavitt is devastated — and thousands of dollars out of pocket — after 960,000 bees from his hives were poisoned with insecticide in a single night.
Boating through Horizontal Falls to end in 2028 as West Australian government curbs tourism attraction
The falls form when seawater rushes with the tide through two short, narrow gorges, creating a thrill for tourists on boats, but debate has been underway following a crash in 2022.
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Real estate agent recovering in wheelchair after vicious dog attack that 'crushed bones'
Tony Hutchison says he feared for his life during an "extremely traumatic" encounter with two dogs that set upon him during a property inspection in Broome.
Australian Border Force investigates after arrival of more than 20 men by boat north of Broome
Australian border authorities are at a remote Indigenous community in Western Australia's north as more than 20 people arrive by boat.
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Shelves restocked, residents returning to the remote East Kimberley as Great Northern Highway reopens
The vast outback region has been cut off via road in recent days, but this morning floodwaters receded enough for a crucial highway to be reopened.
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Illegal fishers reportedly savaged by crocodiles no deterrent to those willing to risk northern waters
The threat of crocodile attacks in the Kimberley is being used by Australian Border Force to deter illegal fishers from Indonesia, with reports that three men have been killed by the reptiles since September.
Residents count high cost of living as prices for goods and services soar in WA towns
Living in regional Western Australia remains a costly enterprise, with prices consistently higher than Perth for basics including groceries and fuel.
Millions of dollars in Kimberley flood donations still locked up, 11 months on from the disaster
Less than $900,000 out of $12m has been handed out to victims of the Fitzroy River flood disaster in January. Just 24 people have received money.
Businessman quits WA town after daughter, staff menaced during 'extremely violent' break-in
WA Police Commissioner Col Blanch rejects claims that Broome is in the midst of a crime crisis, but residents disagree and some are voting with their feet.
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Outback women strip off for 'Tits out for the girls' photo shoot to call for better breast screening services
Three women diagnosed with breast cancer in a small Western Australian town are among those calling for more screening as more than 100 strip off their shirts in a statement of solidarity.
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Kimberley tourism 'slowly recovering' after floods, but cost of living a new challenge
Visitor numbers at several national parks in the Kimberley are returning to normal after the ravages of record flooding, and WA's hard border closures.
Pressure mounts on the Vatican to hand over report detailing WA bishop sexual misconduct allegations
After extracts of the Vatican's inquiry into Bishop Christopher Saunders were made public, WA's police force and Attorney-General have requested the Holy See hand over the full report.
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Catholic Bishop facing allegations of sexually abusing four young males, potentially grooming dozens more, in Vatican report
'Deeply distressing' allegations have been levelled against long-serving Broome Bishop Christopher Saunders, including sexually assaulting young males.
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Juggling plates and riding unicycles just another day at school for these Beagle Bay kids
Children at a tiny remote community in WA's far north have been left with an extra spring in their step after a thorough grounding in circus skills from trained professionals.
Wild dogs 'getting closer and closer' to houses as pets mauled in 'savage' attacks
A WA woman is shaken after her pet was attacked by wild dogs on her front lawn, with residents saying the animals are brazenly venturing onto verandahs.
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Humpback whale freed from pearling lines off Kimberley coast
Rescuers have told of their joy at freeing an 11-metre humpback whale stuck in pearling lines for three days off the WA coast, the second to become entangled near Broome since the weekend.
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Search continues for whale entangled in a rope off Broome
Marine rangers tried for several hours to get close enough remove the rope twisted around the humpback's tail.
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Wet start to winter breaks 35-year rain record in the Kimberley
While rain records have tumbled, an unusually wet June has failed to dampen spirits in Western Australia's far north.