The most recent crime stories from Swan and Kalamunda involve vehicle related offences with fatal crashes and a 12-year-old allegedly failing to comply with police.
Lakes Road in Hazelmere remains submerged a week after heavy rains, sparking resident frustration over poor drainage and slow response from the City of Swan.
Swan Communities Environmental Alliance says rising groundwater associated with urbanisation is well documented and a drainage master plan is needed for the Swan Valley.