Brianna Melville
Brianna Melville is a cross platform reporter based at ABC Geraldton, covering the Midwest and Wheatbelt regions of Western Australia. Prior to joining the ABC, Brianna worked at Seven News Regional WA (GWN) and the Busselton Mail.
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Police say man donned motorbike helmet to crash car into police station's bollards
A man accused of deliberately attempting to drive his car into Geraldton Police Station has been remanded in custody as the court awaits a psychological report.
'Prohibitive' cost, long wait times force regional resident to drive four hours for MRI
They are essential to diagnosing brain, skeletal, and organ problems, but if you live in this regional area you won't find a bulk-billed MRI easily.
Research trip uncovers 24 new animal species in WA's remote Midwest
The southern shovel-nosed snake and spotted military dragon are among the species found in the area for the first time.
Developers spruik workers accommodation plans for Geraldton eyesore, but council in the dark
The ruins of the Batavia Motor Inne have been an eyesore for some time, but developers want to turn what is left into much-needed accommodation for workers.
It's a major regional city, now its residents are calling for basic kerbside recycling
Kerbside recycling in these WA cities and towns could reduce Australia's landfill waste, so what's the hold up?
How Australia's top polocrosse coach gets players world cup-ready from the other side of the country
Australia is heading to the Polocrosse World Cup but training poses some unique logistical challenges — with the coach, players and their horses based large distances apart.
Woman whose 'decent guy' turned violent seeks cultural change after her cries for help went unanswered
After surviving an abusive relationship in which she was choked unconscious in front of her children, Jane says she wishes someone had answered her pleas for help much earlier.
Women aviators open homes and hearts to teen on solo flight around Australia
A national network of women pilots founded by the famous Nancy Bird Walton rallies to support an 18-year-old in her mission to inspire other girls to take to the air.
Power outage leaves country town roasting in 43-degree heat
Western Power says Mullewa's reserve power generator "worked as intended" when it shut down on a 43 degree day earlier last week.
'Tinkering' retirees donate 1,800 bikes to those in need
Cupcakes, chats "solving the problems of the world", and refurbishing bikes for those in need are all in a day's work for this team of volunteers.
Psychology study bottleneck restricts flow of graduates into in-demand profession
A psychology student says there is a logjam of candidates trying to finish their studies while forced to wait years for placements that are crucial to gaining their qualifications.
Neighbours rally to finish harvest for family of WA farmer who unexpectedly passed away
A huge number of locals turn up to help a family finish its harvest in regional Western Australia following the unexpected death of Midwest farmer Darryl "Jack" Burton.