Larissa’s hard work receives a just reward

Larissa’s hard work receives a just reward

South Thornlie Primary School science teacher Larissa Waghorn has been honoured by her peers, receiving an award from the Professional Teaching Council of Western Australia. The award was for her work with the Science Teachers Association of Western Australia, in...
“Facial recognition thinks I’m a different person now”

“Facial recognition thinks I’m a different person now”

Murray Webb has officially said goodbye to his beloved, 1.2-metre-long deadlocks, shaving off 15 years of hair for charity. The impetus behind Murray’s massive change is his work with Compassion WA, a not-for-profit charity that works with children living in poverty,...
Nut trees poisoned

Nut trees poisoned

A Canning Vale mother-of-three fears for her safety after almond trees she campaigned to have removed from Ashmore Oval were deliberately poisoned last week. Louise Formentin has a deadly nut allergy and has been targeted by vicious online trolls since she attempted...
Big night of fights in SJ

Big night of fights in SJ

More than 300 competitors and spectators will cram their way into the Serpentine-Jarrahdale Recreation Centre this Sunday to see some of Perth’s best junior grapplers go head-to-head at the Australian Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Championship State Titles. Spearheaded by...
Teacher runs for suicide prevention

Teacher runs for suicide prevention

For your average person going for a run, maybe once a week at best, feels like an achievement. If that sounds like you, spare a thought for Thornlie Senior High School teacher Sean Doyle, who set himself a target of running 331.8 kilometres on November. The number...