Five decades of helping those in need

Five decades of helping those in need

The day July 16, 1969 became a part of history with the first moon landing, it also happened to be the day the Lions Club of Canning River officially formed. Now known as the Lions Club of Gosnells, the club has this year been celebrating its 50th anniversary and will...
Could you run 350kms?

Could you run 350kms?

James Coffey has been training day in, day out to take on a mammoth 350-kilometre run, all the in the name of charity.  Over the past year and a half the Roleystone resident has completed eight ultra-marathons, including the 80-kilometre Margaret River ultra last...
Growth the reason for rate hike in SJ

Growth the reason for rate hike in SJ

Ratepayers within the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale have until Friday, July 12 to share their opinions on the shire’s notice of intention to levy differential rates and minimum payments.  The council agreed at Monday night’s council meeting to advertise a 1.3 per...
Bogans galore at Byford event

Bogans galore at Byford event

Many flannelette shirts and fake mullets were donned as Byford residents turned up to play bingo at a local tavern.  Byford and Districts Country Club hosted the Bogan Bingo event on June 15 which proved to be a huge success.  Chief executive Mark O’Neill said the...
Men set a benchmark

Men set a benchmark

Two new benches have been installed at a local village thanks to the efforts of the lads at Serpentine Jarrahdale Men’s Shed.  Baptistcare village representative Sherrin Roberts got in touch with the Men’s Shed earlier this year after seeing a similar seat, which was...