Virtual legal aid a reality

Virtual legal aid a reality

Legal Aid Western Australia is introducing five new virtual offices after the success of the existing 10 since opening. The Legal Aid virtual office in Armadale has been operating out of the Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) branch since June 2020. Armadale was chosen as...
Local woman’s new book huge hit

Local woman’s new book huge hit

A Kelmscott woman has released her debut novel already receiving great acclaim from her fans and publishing company. Her novel ‘Welcome to Blackwood’ won the Hawkeye Prize in 2020. While the prize doesn’t guarantee a publishing deal, the success of her first published...
Police hunt fire bug

Police hunt fire bug

A bushfire that started in Oakford and quickly spread to surrounding areas was deliberately lit, according to the police squad assigned to arson cases, Strike Force Vulcan. The fire was reported on Sunday at 11:13am and was downgraded to a bushfire advice Tuesday...
New look for Armadale’s Emergency Department

New look for Armadale’s Emergency Department

Armadale Hospital’s Emergency Department is receiving major upgrades budgeted at more than $900,000. Stage one of the upgrades is set for completion by the end of January, a week ahead of schedule according to the state government. Health Minister Roger Cook, visited...
Company cops $25,000 fine

Company cops $25,000 fine

A local company has been fined $25,000 after being caught dumping waste in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale. An investigation by the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation found Global Corp were operating a waste storage and recycling business without...