NGAARDA NEWS THURSDAY 16 MARCH 2023

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MOSQUITO WARNING AS VIRUS SPREADS ACROSS PILBARA

Pilbara residents and travellers are being warned to protect themselves against mosquito bites, as the Murray Valley Encephalitis virus has spread into the region.

INQUIRY TOLD OF DISASTROUS IMPACTS OF PUBLIC HOUSING EVICTIONS

Yesterday, housing advocates told a parliamentary inquiry the homelessness crisis in Western Australia has far-reaching impacts on the lives of Aboriginal people.

KIMBERLEY TOURISM FUNDING BOOM

The state government has announced a million-dollar boost to Kimberley tourism.

RESTRICTIONS PROPOSED FOR HORIZONTAL FALLS TOURISM 

Tourism operators in the Kimberley have met with state government representatives to discuss potential restrictions that could prevent access to Horizontal Falls, according to the ABC.

ABORIGINAL RANGER PROGRAMS BENEFIT COMMUNITIES

The WA Government’s Aboriginal Ranger program has benefited communities by offering employment and strengthening connection to country, according to a new study from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.

ALCOHOL RESTRICTIONS ON THE CARDS FOR CARNARVON

WA’s Director of Liquor Licensing is considering further alcohol restrictions for Carnarvon as the Gascoyne town battles against high levels of crime and violence, according to the West Australian.

GOLDFIELDS WOMEN'S REFUGE WINS LOTTERY GRANT

Last week the Goldfields Women's Refuge in Kalgoorlie received $450,000 from Lotterywest to go towards six private accommodation units for women fleeing domestic abuse.

WALK FOR BRODY TO HONOUR NOONGAR MAN’S LEGACY

A mother will hold an event to honour her son’s legacy this Saturday on Noongar boodja.