Crafty call out

Crafty call out

Unwanted craft supplies such as off-cuts or rolls of ribbon may seem like trash to some but these items are gold to volunteers at the Country Women’s Association. The organisation was inviting all sewers, quilters and crafty locals to attend its ‘de-stash’ and...
Unique fire conditions in Perth hills

Unique fire conditions in Perth hills

​The Department of Fire and Emergency Services is asking residents and land owners in the Perth hills to delay any plans to burn on their properties until weather conditions ease. The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting gusty northerly winds to develop around the...
Emotive portrait takes out Canning Art Awards

Emotive portrait takes out Canning Art Awards

The City of Canning Art Awards has once again seen some prestigious talent portrayed to the masses. A number of awards were given out to artists both local and from the wider Perth area, with categories open to both adult and youth contestants. The art on display...
Students take a stand

Students take a stand

Everything from insects to small mammals has a new haven of food and shelter thanks to the efforts of a Landcare volunteer and students from a local school. Students from Kelmscott Senior High’s specialist agriculture program rolled up their sleeves this week to join...
Woman thrown from car in Mardella crash

Woman thrown from car in Mardella crash

A woman was rushed to hospital with serious injuries this week after she was flung from her vehicle. The crash occurred at about 1pm on Tuesday 14 August on Mundijong Road near Lightbody Road in Mardella. Police allege the woman drove off the road and ran into several...