No decision yet on new fire escape route

No decision yet on new fire escape route

A number of concerned residents met at Jarrahdale Fire Station last week to hear how they should evacuate from the Millbrook Estate town site should there be an emergency situation. Brian Owston, the shire’s acting manager of emergency services and community safety,...
Teen freed after being hit at notorious intersection 

Teen freed after being hit at notorious intersection 

Emergency crews were forced to cut the doors from a vehicle to safely free a woman who was trapped after a car slammed into the side of her vehicle in Oakford on Monday.  The crash happened about 2pm on November 25 at the intersection of Kargotich and Thomas roads.  A...
Resident frustrated by dangerous hoons

Resident frustrated by dangerous hoons

For the past 12 months residents in Armadale have been forced to endure off-road bikes racing up and down their streets at all hours of the day and night, destroying public parks, reserves and their front verges.  Resident Trevor Bourne said the issue has plagued the...
Beloved markets turn four

Beloved markets turn four

Artisan stalls, food trucks, a silent disco, live entertainment and a massive chocolate cake were all key parts of the celebrations for a local market on the weekend.  Bedfordale Bush Markets celebrated its fourth birthday with a special twilight market at the grounds...
Securing a better future for Armadale’s parents

Securing a better future for Armadale’s parents

An employment service specifically targeted at young parents in the Armadale region is currently working with parents from Challis Community Primary School to help them secure sustainable employment.  Fully-funded through the Department of Social Services, the...