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Baldivis Times is the independent voice of Baldivis, Rockingham, Kwinana and the south-west.
Local news told by locals, for locals.

Our Story

Baldivis Times started with a simple belief: this community deserved a voice of its own - honest, local reporting from people who actually live here within the City of Rockingham.

What began as a grassroots passion project has grown into one of the most trusted independent news sources in the south-west. From breaking news and missing persons reports to environmental advocacy and the local legends shaping our area, we cover the stories that matter most to the people who call Baldivis, Rockingham and Kwinana home.

Baldivis Times is just as passionate about celebrating the wins as we are about reporting the news, shining a light on hidden-gem businesses, quiet acts of generosity, and the people making our community better every day. That passion for the positive is what drives every story we tell.

Then, Baldivis and the City of Rockingham can be represented the way it deserves to be - honestly, fairly, and with heart.

Photo by Wade McColl, Baldivis Times © 2026

THE FACES BEHIND bALDIVIS tIMES:

Wade McColl

Founder & Director

Wade founded the Baldivis Times with a clear vision: to rescue local news from corporate neglect and give residents an independent voice they can trust.

Holding a Diploma of Film and Television alongside over seven years of professional photography and videography experience, Wade brings a distinct cinematic storytelling edge to grassroots journalism.
Whether he is digging through hundreds of pages of council reports, tracking major local infrastructure shifts, or producing in-depth video features on community volunteer groups, Wade transforms standard news updates into highly engaging visual narratives. His commitment is simple: providing raw, accurate, and deeply researched local reporting that keeps our leaders accountable and our community connected.

Myah Loo

Assistant Director

Myah is a proud Noongar woman who grew up on Whadjuk Noongar boodja, carrying deep ancestral ties to Ballardong and Mineng Noongar heritage. Her connection to the land, culture, and people provides the vital foundation that keeps our independent platform grounded and respectful of all local voices.

Serving as the Assistant Director, Myah works directly alongside Wade to steer the strategic direction and daily operational works of the Baldivis Times.
From managing behind-the-scenes logistics to maintaining strict ethical frameworks, Myah’s leadership ensures our newsroom remains highly organized, fully compliant, and fiercely independent. Her dedication ensures that the business operates seamlessly while delivering the high-impact visual storytelling our audience relies on every single day.

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Let's Tell Your Story

Got a story tip, a local event coming up, or you’re a business interested in partnering with us? We want to hear about it!

Simply fill out the contact form and our team will be in touch to chat about how we can help bring your story to the Baldivis, Rockingham and Kwinana community.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are an independent, local news outlet telling the stories of Baldivis, Rockingham, Kwinana and surrounds.

    Founded by Wade McColl and supported by Assistant Director Myah Loo, we cover everything from breaking news, local business, human interest stories and environmental advocacy.

    We now have a growing audience of over 39,000+ followers who trust us to give our community a genuine voice.

  • You can reach us directly at baldivistimes@outlook.com, or through the contact form on this website.

    We're also active daily on our Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok - @baldivistimes.

    Feel free to send us a message anytime!

  • Yes! We're a genuinely independent outlet.

    Baldivis Times is not owned by a media conglomerate, political party, or government body. This means our reporting is shaped by what matters to our community - not outside interests.

  • Our core coverage area spans Baldivis, Rockingham and surrounds, extending south to Mandurah and the Shire of Murray, and inland to Jarrahdale.

    For major regional stories, our reach extends further across the south-west/Perth corridor.

  • We actively work with local businesses through feature stories, event coverage, social media content packages and more, giving you direct access to a highly engaged, hyper-local audience.

    Get in touch via our Contact Form and we'll be happy to chat through what fits your business best.

  • The best way to support us is by following and engaging with our content across social media, and subscribing to our mailing list for updates and in-depth stories.

    If you have a story tip, local event, or initiative you'd like us to cover, we'd love to hear from you! Make sure to get in touch with us via our Contact Form above.