Open garden holds special memories

Open garden holds special memories

More than 400 people took time out of their busy schedules to stop and smell the flowers at a recent open garden event in Byford. Dubbed “Tenshira”, the magnificent garden on Ray Close has been brought to life by artist Shirley Fisher and her late husband Ray. The...
Commemorating service to veterans and their families

Commemorating service to veterans and their families

A group of distinguished guests came together for a special celebration on Saturday night to mark 100 years since the Armadale RSL sub branch first opened its doors.  The RSL sub branch building, which now sits on Commerce Avenue in Armadale was full to the brim with...
Grab a snag, meet the locals and chat about local issues

Grab a snag, meet the locals and chat about local issues

Residents within the Serpentine Jarrahdale region will be able to meet, ask questions and provide feedback to local police and shire staff in a relaxed, informal setting starting from next week.  The shire will be hosting a series of community barbecues in the suburbs...
The art of recycling

The art of recycling

A variety of artworks featuring recycled materials were proudly displayed at a local school last week as part of a special arts event.  Woodland Grove Primary School students from pre-primary to year six got their creative juices flowing and showed off their artistic...
John hangs up the lollipop after 16 years

John hangs up the lollipop after 16 years

If you have ever driven along Grovelands Drive in the mornings or after school then chances are you would have seen or been waved at by John Moreton.  The 76-year-old Camillo resident has served as Groveland Primary School’s traffic warden for the past 16 years after...