Derek and Mary to the rescue

Derek and Mary to the rescue

An 81-year-old victim of theft was subject to an act of kindness after a local couple Mary Redfern and Derek James fundraised to replace what he lost. Albert Manasseh, who turns 82 in October, had his electric bicycle stolen on March 29 from the Armadale Aquatic and...
West Byford Primary school facelift begins

West Byford Primary school facelift begins

Construction has started on a major upgrade at West Byford Primary School, which will deliver a new general classroom teaching block. The new facility will cost $2 million and is vital to the ongoing growth at the school. The new teaching block will replace the...
Be prepared this summer

Be prepared this summer

Living in regions such as the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has an increased risk of being affected by bushfires, which can easily get out of control given the Western Australian bush environment. The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is hosting a ‘Be Bushfire Ready...
Pub’s owner vows – we’ll be back

Pub’s owner vows – we’ll be back

Popular pub CY O’Connor Village Pub caught on fire on Saturday June 5, causing millions of dollars worth of damage, according to the owner. A spokesperson from the Department of Fire and Emergency Services said a triple zero call was made on Saturday at 5.30pm. When...
Group aims to help local people in need

Group aims to help local people in need

Kelmscott will soon have its own version of an HD Streetwise venue. Currently there is an HD Streetwise in Cannington, which is a volunteer led and run not-for-profit that provides support and assistance to people in need. The team provides emergency relief items for...