Mead Street traffic island idea rejected

Mead Street traffic island idea rejected

A petition requesting the installation of a dual traffic island on the first two bends of Mead Street in Byford was knocked back by Serpentine Jarrahdale council late last year.  Councillor Jacqui See presented the 21-signature petition to council on November 26 which...
Is a roundabout the solution to Thomas and Nicholson Roads?

Is a roundabout the solution to Thomas and Nicholson Roads?

New signage has been erected at one of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s most dangerous intersections in the hope that something will change for the better in the near future.  Signage at the Thomas and Nicholson roads intersection in Oakford highlights the need...
Woman dies in crash

Woman dies in crash

An 83-year-old woman has died and her husband remains in hospital after the car they were driving in crashed into the wall of Dome Cafe in Kelmscott last weekend.  About 7.25am on January 12, the 86-year-old man had a medical episode while pulling out of the driveway...
An inspiration in the equine industry

An inspiration in the equine industry

A love of horses has led a 14-year-old Darling Downs girl to be nominated in two categories in this year’s Young Achiever Awards.  Chloe Whittleton is a determined member within her local equestrian circle, frequently seen competing and teaching others the art of...
Stu’s bold icy cold mission

Stu’s bold icy cold mission

Taking on a gruelling 42 kilometre marathon at the age of 42 is no mean feat, particularly in the chilling depths of the Antarctic.  But Piara Waters resident Stu Hopkins is determined to complete the 2020 Antarctic Ice Marathon after hearing about the race 10 years...