Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)'s outstanding photographers ventured deep into various locations in March, capturing a series of stunning images. These photos documented significant events and cultural landscapes in Western Australia, showcasing the photographers' exceptional professional skills and keen observational abilities. The images highlight the diverse beauty and challenges facing the region.
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04-03, 2025Albany's Middleton Beach recently became the focus of disputes between local residents and travelers, with the Albany City Council launching a campaign to address the increasing problem of illegal camping. Despite the conflicts, photographer Andrew Jording successfully captured the beauty of this beach. Meanwhile, in the Pilbara region, traditional landowners expressed concerns about the amount of water extracted from the Bungaroo Valley. Rio Tinto has been extracting 10 billion liters of water annually since 2014 under state government permits, a move that troubles Robe River Kuruma elder Elaine James, who feels she has failed to protect the land.
Although the local 7 PM news may no longer have a dedicated full-time photographer, photographers were still on-site during the election night coverage, flying in from eastern states to complete the program's production. This election coverage brought together talent from both local and eastern regions, representing a true collaboration. Following their victory in the March 8 election, Labor members convened a caucus meeting, attended by over 40 newly elected or re-elected members. Premier Roger Cook reminded attendees to "remain humble and respectful," and the new cabinet members have also been selected, including the new Minister for Health, Meredith Hammat.
Prior to the election, then-Liberal leader Libby Mettam faced the daunting task of campaigning for a party that had lost its opposition status. Media personality and then-Churchlands candidate Basil Zempilas was unwilling to confirm any leadership ambitions during the campaign, but it was widely speculated that he would seek the top job once the seats were secured. Shortly after the election, Mr. Zempilas successfully obtained the leadership of the Western Australian Liberal Party. He was elected unopposed as the new leader, two weeks after Ms. Mettam's resignation. This marks the new Liberal opposition, standing with Mr. Zempilas as he delivered his first speech after securing the leadership position.
Thousands of kilometers away in the conflict zone of Ukraine, the Albany International Folk Dance Group held a prayer for peace in southern Western Australia, as part of the city's Harmony Fest. In the remote bushland southeast of Perth, traces of where homeless people once lived can be seen. Despite previous election promises to address the issue, a grassroots charity in Serpentine-Jarrahdale says they are still unable to meet the demand. Each week, Gooniyandi man Andrew Shardlow drives a 10-ton bus approximately 2,000 kilometers, traversing one of Australia's most remote and rugged public transport routes, connecting 20 remote Aboriginal communities around the central Kimberley. Mr. Shardlow says he is "more than happy" to do the job.
Charlie and Auden Ugle called out to the South Gunu-nguditch Waugyl, the hairy-faced snake, at the place where their grandfather, Ballardong Whadjuk Noongar man Phillip Ugle, took them to learn about culture. The lives of the Ballardong Whadjuk people revolve around the waterways of southwestern Western Australia, and they believe they were created by the South Gunu-nguditch Waugyl, located at Minningup Pool on the Collie River. As cost of living pressures increase, institutions such as the City of South Perth are finding that demand for live music is also increasing. This year's community concert was headlined by popular Fremantle band San Cisco. Music industry figures hope that the trend of smaller events will encourage music lovers to focus on local Australian live music.
