Two out of three Aboriginal artworks not the real deal

Two out of three Aboriginal artworks not the real deal

With their mesmerising patterns, earthy tones and Dreamtime narratives, it’s little wonder that Aboriginal art and crafts are displayed on walls in homes right across the world. While much of the allure of buying your own piece of Aboriginal artwork is knowing it has...
What’s that smell?

What’s that smell?

Thornlie residents near the intersection of Spring Road and Thornlie Avenue enjoyed the sweet smell of raw sewerage on Sunday, after a damaged wastewater main flooded the intersection. Water Corporation service delivery manager Paul Prottey said a pipe break was...
Rain halts planting efforts

Rain halts planting efforts

Perth’s heavy recent rainfall has certainly had an impact on the Canning River, according to Armadale Gosnells Landcare Group senior landcare officer Shane Hunter. The torrential downpours of last week caused the river to break its banks to the extent that it created...
Bol’s former teacher is as proud as punch

Bol’s former teacher is as proud as punch

Peter Bol was left wishing the Commonwealth Games’ men’s 800 metres final was 820 metres after claiming a silver medal for Australia. The former Thornlie resident and St Norbert College student broke onto the international stage at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, finishing...
Young originals strut their stuff

Young originals strut their stuff

Some talented Southern River College students have had artworks selected for this year’s prestigious Young Originals Exhibition; a showcase of the very best visual art produced by WA public secondary students. Now in its ninth year, the Young Originals Exhibition is a...