Research mission to save lives

Research mission to save lives

In just one week a team of 11 students and three researchers from Curtin University worked quickly to design and develop a ventilator prototype that could potentially be used to help treat people affected by COVID-19. The research team, with expertise across various...
‘This could have a devastating impact’

‘This could have a devastating impact’

The state’s peak conservation organisation has backed calls for the EPA to launch a comprehensive assessment of Alcoa’s plans to clear 6,700 hectares for the expansion of its Alumina Refinery.  The mining giant has proposed a transition from its current Huntly Bauxite...
I am not comfortable with this: Cr Coales

I am not comfortable with this: Cr Coales

A routine policy adoption has erupted in debate after a “bombshell” revelation that a Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale councillor with an application affected by the policy had not declared their interest.  On Monday evening, the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale council...
Category added to awards to recognise unsung heroes

Category added to awards to recognise unsung heroes

They’re the lifeblood of every strong community and one local Member of Parliament is calling for them to be recognised.  For the last three years, Member for Burt Matt Keogh has hosted the Volunteer Awards – designed to acknowledge the invaluable work of the hard...
Cleaners have their special day

Cleaners have their special day

In light of the health crisis, the vital importance of cleaners has never been more apparent. International Cleaner’s Day was held on June 15 and local MPs took the time to thank cleaners in their local area. Member for Thornlie Chris Tallentire urged the community to...