Byford line on the way

Byford line on the way

The federal government has included an infrastructure investment in the federal budget to fund Western Australia’s major new projects, including the Byford Rail Extension. The MERTONET project will receive a $347.5 million boost to funding, $110 million of which is...
Gardening workshops on the way

Gardening workshops on the way

Environmental scientist and Gardening Australia presenter Dr Josh Byrne will be paying a visit to Perth’s southern suburbs, next month. Dr Byrne will deliver a free workshop/Q and A session at the Willetton Reserve Pavilion, in Willetton, from 6.30pm on May 25....
Foundation’s ‘Kiddy Canter’ campaign a success

Foundation’s ‘Kiddy Canter’ campaign a success

Southern River’s Barry and Amanda Young have celebrated the continued success of the Amanda Young Foundation’s Kiddy Canter Health Program. In 2021, the foundation has reached out to 650 child care centres, early learning centres, kindergartens, and pre-primary...
Gosnells, Canning South Perth SES crews help cyclone victims

Gosnells, Canning South Perth SES crews help cyclone victims

Communities across WA’s Mid-West region were left in tatters, due to the sheer devastation of Tropical Cyclone Seroja. The cyclone moved through the area last month, causing millions of dollars in damages and destroying thousands of livelihoods. Volunteers from the...
Shelters looking after sick birds

Shelters looking after sick birds

Wildlife shelters and veterinary hospitals across Perth have recorded a sharp increase in cases of Avian Gastric Yeast (AGY). AGY is caused by a fungus that invades the insides of some bird species, primarily parrots and cockatoos. The disease commonly infects galahs,...