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Imogen WilsonReporter

Imogen is a reporter for the Geraldton Guardian and Midwest Times. With experience in current affairs across print, broadcast and podcasting, Imogen is passionate about sharing community news in an impactful way.

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Dom Versace, Cav Infinity and Brandon Pitt (and inset Brooke Borg) fill up their sandbags in Geraldton ahead of Cyclone Narelle.

Cyclone NarellePremiumGeraldton, Mid West braces for Cyclone Narelle impact

Geraldton locals are starting to feel the impacts of the incoming cyclone, with predictions the system could move over the community as a weakened category two tropical cyclone on Saturday morning.

Imogen Wilson

Volunteers ready to drop seeded sandbags.

Seagrass warsPremiumVolunteers needed to help restore Shark Bay seagrass meadows

Shark Bay Seagrass Restoration is calling out for volunteers far and wide to help them in their critical mission to save seagrass meadows. 

Imogen Wilson

Lack of fuel supplies may impact council services.

Fuel fearsPremiumFears for remote shire operations as shortages hit diesel

Regional shires across the Mid West and Gascoyne fear their operations could be impacted if fuel prices continue to rise and they’re not able to get sufficient diesel supply. 

Sally Q Davies, Imogen Wilson

Holiday-maker Helen Maher.

Fuel Tourists’ travel plans under the pump amid fuel crisis

As fuel prices soar and some service stations face supply issues, a big question mark is hanging like a dark cloud over many people’s upcoming Easter school holiday plans. 

Sally Q Davies, Imogen Wilson & Caitlin Vinci

Geraldton can expect to feel the brunt of the storm on Saturday.

Cyclone alertPremiumLocals warned to prepare for worst, hope for best

BoM meteorologists are urging coastal communities to remain calm and keep a close eye on the forecast as the coastal crossing of the incoming cyclone is still unknown.

Imogen Wilson

An aerial view of Geraldton Port.

CommunityPremiumMining explosive to be handled at Geraldton Port

The Mid West Port Authority is inviting locals to an information session about a a mining and fertiliser explosive, ammonium nitrate, and the risks and benefits of bringing it into the port. 

Imogen Wilson

Uncovered iron ore arrives in Geraldton, Beachlands resident Ralf Mulks and the outside of a Beachlands property is covered in iron ore dust.

Dust-upPremiumGero dust-up: DWER investigating big dirty problem

The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation has confirmed it is actively investigating Geraldton’s iron ore contamination problem, leaving residents waiting with bated breath.

Imogen Wilson

Dean Parker and his protest signs against iron ore contamination in Geraldton.

Dust warPremiumGimme a sign: Protest against iron ore pollution continues

After six years of everything being coated in black iron ore dust, Geraldton business owner Dean Parker has installed a second sign to further his fight against the dirty residue.

Imogen Wilson

A group of volunteers making 1200-1500 cheese sandwiches for hungry schoolkids.

Say cheesePremiumVolunteer army make sandwich stash for hungry kids

School kids in Geraldton coming to school hungry are having their bellies filled with cheese sandwiches made with love by a group of dedicated volunteers. 

Imogen Wilson

Clockwise from top left: Mary McPherson, Grace Criddle, Loz Pich and Marie Anderson. Rosina Rooney. Lynette McShane and Sonia Sheridan. Jim Gree and Peter Higgs.

St Patrick’s DayPremiumGuinness, Irish jigs, jovial spirits at Gero St Paddy’s Day

The Guinness was flowing, the jigs were jigging, and the crowd was popping in shades of green at the Midwest Irish Club’s annual St Patrick’s Day celebration on Tuesday. 

Imogen Wilson

Emily Robertson-Miller and Ruby Blakeway.

Melanoma MarchPremiumWoman’s call to action after losing partner to melanoma

After tragically losing her partner to melanoma, Geraldton woman Ruby Blakeway is calling on locals to lace up and join the upcoming Melanoma March event to help aid crucial cancer research.

Imogen Wilson

Isaac uses AAC to communicate with friends and family.

Charity campPremiumGeraldton boy benefits from charity Motor Mouth Camp

Motor Mouth Camp is celebrating 15 years of supporting children with complex communication needs and their families build confidence — including a Tarcoola Beach family and their son, Isaac.

Imogen Wilson