Art from the heart

Art from the heart

Sydney Phillips’ was given the Aboriginal Artist Award at the Minawarra Art Awards on Friday, April 29, for his painting Desire – a work the artist says expresses 12 years of a personal journey to overcome grief.Speaking from the back patio of his residence,...
Clubs pitch in for charity

Clubs pitch in for charity

The Royal Flying Doctor Service in WA (RFDSWA) smashed targets in their annual fundraising drive on Tuesday May 17, and the Military Brotherhood MMC Perth South Subbranch, along with the Western Grunts and Patriots Australia got in early, raising nearly $3500.Royal...
Do you know the three well-known Australians?

Do you know the three well-known Australians?

A mysterious painting that has been touring Australia since 1983 is currently on show in Armadale, and its artist is asking visitors to the exhibition to identify its subjects. Do you know who the Three Well Known Australians are?The painting depicts three figures...

Shire’s backflip on meetings

A decision by the Serpentine Jarrahdale Shire President to hold this month’s council meeting electronically, after a unanimous council decision in April to return to in-person meetings, has prompted one elected member to urge the Shire to seek legal advice. In the...
Military base for Gosnells

Military base for Gosnells

Gosnells could be home to a new military facility if a defence industry expert’s plan comes to fruition. Billed as the Champion Defence Facility, the site could occupy 583 hectares between Tonkin Highway and Champion Lakes, making it twice the size of Campbell...