Sunday, February 15, 2026
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City of Canning news

Screen time putting children’s sight at risk

Adewunmi Adedayo -
More children are being diagnosed with short sightedness, as local optometrist warns that increased screen time and reduced outdoor play are accelerating the problem...

Budding WA champions

Social housing offers better protection than rent assistance, study finds

“Vibrating… I was literally rocking in my bed” – Locals report...

E-rideables now banned for students under 16-years-old

Lynwood SHS futsal players reach national grand finals

Ross River cases recorded Gosnells and Canning

Boost for local firies

Rate hike confirms inflation fears as WA households feel the squeeze

Two greyhounds killed

Ross River virus warning

Volunteers shave for kids

Local college the only one in WA to receive sporting program grant boost

Warm weather sparks warning over amoebic meningitis risk in WA

RSPCA WA to expand free pet support days across the state in 2026

Author shares her fight

Free program boosts families

Senior migrants challenged by aged care system

Gosnells drafts new rules for unhosted short-stay rentals

Wildlife put in danger

Hundreds of trees at Ranford Road set for formal protection

Council moves to reduce negative impact of graffiti vandals

Time to bust out a rhyme by the river

Locals ditch New Year health goals

Renters pushed to the brink

SJ Chris hangs up his farm hat for the last time

Theatre helps boost confidence

Sick of vandalism

Top honours for local students

Brothers blitz squash championship

Thousands left without power due to huge storm

Tree removal questioned

Germans mix it with locals

Teen honoured for making a difference in community

Locals brighten Christmas

Resource centre secured

Council backs plan to review lighting across Canning pathways

Local woman urges others to give the gift of life

Young actors bring smiles

Christmas literacy event a hit

New facilities bring better training to Good Sammy

Construction begins on Aboriginal Short Stay facility in Cannington

Pia vaults to glory

Family seeks recognition for prison officer’s courage

Local all-rounder juggles international cricket and office life

Students’ amazing invention

Real human body parts used in exhibition

Paying their respects

Stray cat surge impacts both Canning and Gosnells

What WA can learn from the deadly Hurricane Melissa

Students dive into Italian culture after trip abroad

Funding boost to support Swan Canning Riverpark

Striving for excellence

Ryan’s heart-felt ode to his grandfather takes out first place

Staff shortages ‘leaving prisoners no better off’, Inspector warns

Fresh ideas spark new pathways for WA tourism

Staff run for the kids

Canning Show set to open early for accessible fun

Warehouse helping feed more families in Kenwick

Designs that shine under the sun

Local model wows New York

On a mission for the homeless

Hollywood martial arts legend visits local dojo

Willetton student wins state writing award

New faces and familiar voices join Canning Council

Our newest Rhodes Scholar

Armadale and Gosnells have highest rates of pet surrenders

Local group celebrates 20 years of lending a hand to families

Judy Potter named 2025 Westfield Carousel Local Hero

Willetton shines hosting national basketball showdown

Willetton seniors find their voice in new book project

Canning councillors all agree to get tough on illegal dumping

Maniana Park opens after $7.1m Queens Park redevelopment

Dream reaps rewards

Willetton Bowling Club marks 40 years of community and camaraderie

Collectors mark 55 years with national fair

Uninhabitable garage advertised as “two-bedroom” unit

Community rallies around Trevor

Looking for that elusive next great read? Here’s your chance

Locals divided as council elections draw near

National bird count is back

Willetton and Rossmoyne shine among WA’s top schools

Sustainable choices a winner for council

Ming’s conversation mission

Maddie’s run started a much-needed conversation

Good Sammy tells young people to ‘dare to dream’

Best friends Gina and Guy perform in Noongar Language

Council moves to secure long-term waste services

Fears new program will leave families without support

Willetton Reserve set for $1.2m lighting upgrade bid

New Wisteria Park officially opens

War veteran emergency accommodation a WA first

Free entry for dads at Perth Zoo this Father’s Day

Utsav’s giving them a voice

Adenia Park work underway to protect our rivers

Cannington chosen for major affordable housing project

Puppy raisers wanted

Local family’s centenary celebration

Skilled workers in short supply

Canning moves to toughen penalties for tree damage

Cautious optimism at Acacia as prison rebuilds, but challenges remain

Councils unite for sustainable future in the South East

The trip of a lifetime

Push to fix crash hot spots

Shots fired at Cannington business in two linked attacks

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