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Less massive trucks on our roads; we need to invest in our rail network

Transport by rail has fallen to 6.1%, which means the number of massive trucks going to and from the Port of Melbourne has significantly increased.

The storyteller of Joondalup

The Joondalup Public Library has transformed into a dynamic theatre for oral tradition through immersive and interactive storytelling sessions. These workshops use dramatic performance and sensory elements to foster early literacy and critical thinking in local children.

The suburbs are the future of post-covid retail

Nomic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the required physical distancing measures will force many firms to introduce telework on a large scale.

Compassion in action: the animal rescuers protecting Wellard

Discover how dedicated animal rescuers in Wellard provide a vital safety net for domestic pets and native wildlife through compassionate rehabilitation. These quiet guardians rely on community support and education to ensure a safe environment for all living creatures.

The modern baker blending tradition with innovation

Local bakeries in Ellenbrook are revitalizing the suburban food scene by embracing slow fermentation and traditional French pastry techniques. This movement balances artisanal craftsmanship with innovative culinary concepts to create meaningful social spaces and a flourishing local economy.

The heartwood heritage of Armadale

The historical legacy of timber milling in the Darling Scarp is preserved through the artifacts and stories at Armadale’s History House Museum. This collection offers a window into the challenging lives of pioneer families who transformed a rugged forest into a thriving community.

The quiet custodians: How Wellard fosters hope for abandoned pets

Dedicated volunteers in Wellard operate a foster-based network that provides abandoned pets with a stable home environment for rehabilitation. This community-driven movement focuses on long-term rehoming, education, and proactive welfare to address animal overpopulation.

The quiet champions of lifelong learning in Joondalup

A dedicated network of library professionals and volunteers in Joondalup provides a vital mobile literary service for residents with limited mobility. This initiative ensures equitable access to information and human connection by delivering curated reading materials directly to homes and aged care facilities.

More than milk and bread, corner stores could rebuild neighbourhoods.

Once an icon of suburban Australia, many neighbourhood corner stores vanished in the face of unrelenting competition from large supermarkets.

A voice for the voiceless: The enduring mission of a Baldivis animal advocate

Kylie Soanes, a head receptionist at a Baldivis veterinary clinic, founded a non-profit rescue initiative to help pet owners facing financial hardship. Her organization provides essential funding for medical treatments and coordinates the rehoming of vulnerable animals within the local community.

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