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‘We’ve announced some critical changes to the road network to make sure traffic keeps flowing,’ writes Rita Saffioti.

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New Freo bridge to be incredible despite traffic delays

We’ve announced some critical changes to the road network to make sure traffic keeps flowing.

Rita Saffioti

Fremantle MP Simone McGurk and Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti tour the site of the new Fremantle traffic bridge.

State PoliticsCommentsFreo gridlock warning as old bridge makes way

Commuters are being warned to brace for a year of ‘significant’ delays when the 86-year-old Fremantle traffic bridge makes way for a new, bigger version.

Jessica Page

The Crows will have a hard time containing Josh Treacy according to Nick Riewoldt.

AFLVideoPremiumRooey reveals Dockers’ secret weapon against the Crows

Nick Riewoldt has challenged Fremantle to deliver on the big stage as he outlined where the home side will have their visitors beat.

Ben McClellan

Neither Prime Minister Anthony Albanese nor Opposition Leader Peter Dutton have pledged much in the way of funding for the City of Fremantle.

Federal election 2025CommentsPremiumThe Perth tourist hotspot missing out on election funding

Just two Federal funding promises have been directed towards WA’s port city, despite major parties and candidates across the country embarking on a pre-election pledge-fest.

Caitlin Vinci

While people on the streets of Freo are ‘confused’ about who they should vote for just 16 days out from the Federal election, it was clear age is drawing a stark line between voters’ priorities this year.

Federal election 2025CommentsPremiumAge a big factor when it comes to priorities for Freo voters

Voters on the streets of Fremantle remain ‘confused’ about who they should vote for just 16 days out from the Federal election — but it is clear that generation divide will play its part.

Caitlin Vinci

Fremantle Independent candidate Kate Hulett has held a press conference. Pictured is Kate in Fremantle.

Federal electionPremiumFremantle independent free from dual citizenship shackles

Kate Hulett has revealed the dual British citizenship debacle threatening her bid for Federal Parliament has been resolved just 24 hours before nominations close.

Caitlin Vinci

The property was purchased by local developer Yolk Property in 2022 for $18.2 million, after an international expressions-of-interest campaign.

Square MetresCommentsPremiumFamed complex on Freo’s cappuccino strip up for sale again

The property was purchased by local developer Yolk Property in 2022 for $18.2 million, after an international expressions-of-interest campaign.

Kim Macdonald

A North Fremantle marina may soon be a launching point for jet skis to Rottnest Island.

BoatingCommentsPremiumFremantle duo make room for luxury boats in the Swan River

Pier 21 Marina is being primed for a major transformation to house bigger vessels and jet skis, a change being entertained now that regulations allow the latter to be driven to Rottnest Island.

Caitlin Vinci

The City of Fremantle’s longest-serving councillor says it has no problem ‘ignoring’ its policies if the incentive is big enough.

Local GovernmentCommentsPremiumFreo councillor’s bold claim about ignoring policies

The City of Fremantle’s longest-serving councillor claims it has no problem ‘ignoring’ its policies if the incentive is big enough.

Caitlin Vinci

Federal Member for Fremantle Josh Wilson marks the start of construction on the Fremantle Traffic Bridge at Swan River Crossing.

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Hastie demands Albo rebukes Freo MP for breaking AUKUS ranks

Audio has emerged of Josh Wilson saying he doesn’t think it’s in Australia’s national interests to be buying nuclear-powered submarines, prompting the Liberals to accuse him of breaching Cabinet solidarity.

Katina Curtis

Sculptor Greg James with his bronze statue.

ArtCommentsWhy artist was rejected from Freo art event over sculpture

The well-known sculptor said he was not angry about the decision but said he didn’t understand it.

Jenny Schon and Lisa Thomas

Climate 200 founder Simon Holmes à Court addresses the National Press Club in Canberra, Wednesday, February 16, 2022. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING

WA ELECTIONCommentsPremiumClimate 200 founder says Fremantle ballot could be disputed

Speaking at the National Press Club in Canberra on Wednesday, Mr Holmes a Court said as the vote count continued it would be ‘one to watch’.

Caitlyn Rintoul

Fremantle independent Kate Hulett is confident as the count continues.

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Hulett flags taking legal action over ‘concerning’ polling

Climate 200-funded independent Kate Hulett — who has backed illegal environmentalist protests — has flagged taking legal action against the WA Electoral Commission.

Jake Dietsch

Fremantle MP Simone McGurk said she had nothing to do with the deal struck with Labor’s usual enemy, for Liberal preferences that might save her skin. 

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Labor looking to an enemy for help is a desperate sign

Misery acquaints a man with strange bedfellows. Fremantle MP Simone McGurk said she had nothing to do with the deal struck with Labor’s usual enemy, for Liberal preferences that might save her skin. 

Jessica Page

March 1 marks the official opening of the HMAS Perth memorial in East Fremantle.

FremantleCommentsMemorial to honour lives lost on sunken battleship

The memorial site dedicated to commemorating the life lost on HMAS Perth I is opening on Saturday, marking the 83rd anniversary of the ship’s sinking.

Caitlin Vinci

Abbe May, Donna Simpson from the Waifs and Cal Kramer from The Southern River Band at Freo Social.

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Freo music venue ‘staring down the barrel’ of forced closure

Some of Perth’s leading musicians have launched a campaign to save a Fremantle live music venue, that claims it could be forced to close because of a hotel being built next door. 

Jessica Page

Central Law Courts building.

Courts & Justice‘Enormous error’ in Fremantle’s 2023 election deemed ‘fair’

Magistrate Trevor Darge’s decision puts an end to 18 months of conjecture over the outcome.

Caitlin Vinci

House fire destroys Alber Hall on Pearse Street in Fremantle. Ian Munro

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Witness recalls ‘traumatic to watch’ fire in North Freo

A heritage-listed building in North Fremantle on the market for less then a week has been destroyed by fire.

Caleb Runciman

Neil Lennard Williams, 45, crashed his Honda Civic into Phoenix Shopping Centre.

CrimePremiumMan charged for lying to police about car engulfed by flames

A fisherman who concocted a story that his car was stolen when it was he who crashed it into a local shopping complex was sprung when his wife suggested police check CCTV footage for the ‘thief’.

Caitlin Vinci

Lawyers for the WA Electoral Commission have fronted court over a dispute of Fremantle’s local government elections.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT PremiumOutcome of Fremantle’s election ballot mix-up looms

The outcome of a two-day trial to test the validity of Fremantle’s elections after a ballot mix-up should be known within a fortnight.

Caitlin Vinci

Tame Impala frontman Kevin Parker will become a neighbouring landlord to a well-known businesswoman in Fremantle’s west end.

House That!CommentsPremiumTame Impala star buys into historic Freo for huge price

Tame Impala frontman Kevin Parker will become a neighbouring landlord to a well-known businesswoman in Fremantle’s west end.

Kim Macdonald

Elders Wool STores is set for a $110 million transformation

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Elders Wool Stores in $110 million redevelopment plan

The proposed redevelopment in Fremantle would boast eight hospitality venues, offices and about 200 apartments. SEE WHAT IT WOULD LOOK LIKE HERE

Kim Macdonald

Roger and Michelle Burrell, with their son Jordan Burrell, 24.

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Wheelchair, tools, cars stranded as ships skip Fremantle

A nationwide wharfies strike has been blamed for one ship’s decision to detour from Fremantle, leaving thousands of customers in limbo including a Perth family desperately waiting for their car and wheelchair. 

Jessica Page

The Australia Day Coogee Beach Festival has undergone what could be perceived as a political makeover.

Australia DayPremiumPerth festival makes big change in lead-up to Australia Day

After 15 years as the Australia Day Coogee Beach Festival, its title has undergone what could be perceived as a political makeover.

Caitlin Vinci

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