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Tributes flow for Narrikup ‘cowboy’ killed in horror crash
9+ hour, 3+ min ago (291+ words) Tributes flow for Narrikup "cowboy" killed in horror crash'The West Australian WA's rodeo community is in mourning after well-known bullrider Flynn McCullough was killed in a fatal crash just before Christmas, while his fellow competitor remains in hospital with severe…...
Goldfields rider earns new pro contract in 2026
1+ week, 5+ day ago (330+ words) The West Australian is a leading news source in Perth and WA. Breaking local and world news from sport and business to lifestyle and current affairs. Goldfields cyclist Brady Gilmore has earned a glowing endorsement ahead of his 2026 move into…...
Toodyay welcomes rodeo fans to the town’s new arena
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (58+ words) Bob Garnant has worked as a journalist with the Countryman since 2008. He previously held a stud stock advertising and advertorial position with the agricultural paper since 1998, in photography and report writing of stud promotions and sales. Since he was given…...
South West residents urged to say no to rodeo roping
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (531+ words) With numerous rodeo shows scheduled to happen across the South West region, the peak body for animal protection is urging residents to say no to calf roping. RSPCA WA has urged South West communities to think twice before attending upcoming…...
Harley hampered by calf issue on return to training
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (35+ words) West Coast star Harley Reid has sent a massive scare through the club on the opening day of pre-season training, pulling up short during a fitness test and requiring treatment for a calf problem....
William Pike chases fourth Burgess Queen Stakes
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (400+ words) A longtime racing fan, Hayden made his debut as a commentator for Racing and Wagering Western Australia in 2019. After five years of calling and other media roles within racing, Hayden started at The West in 2024 to pursue a new medium…...
Craig Williams to take Buckaroo cup mount
2+ mon, 9+ hour ago (286+ words) Born at Harvey, Ernie was educated at Harvey and Bunbury before joining the South Western Times in 1968. He transferred to the Daily News in 1972 and became the newspaper's main racing writer in 1974, winning WA Sportswriter of the Year award in…...
Twilight round steals the spotlight
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (387+ words) The Geraldton Junior and Senior Motocross Club turned on a spectacular evening of racing for the 2025 Twilight Round on Saturday, with two full rounds completed under the glow of the floodlights. The Geraldton Junior and Senior Motocross Club turned on…...
Boardriders come out on top in tight tussle
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (499+ words) Warren started work in newspapers after teaching at Murdoch and Curtin Universities. He first worked as a reporter in Fremantle before moving to the South West with his family after several years of working as a travel writer. He considers…...
Yonga Lass named for $1 million Kalgoorlie Golden Saddle
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (47+ words) A longtime racing fan, Hayden made his debut as a commentator for Racing and Wagering Western Australia in 2019. After five years of calling and other media roles within racing, Hayden started at The West in 2024 to pursue a new medium…...