The Swan Chamber of Commerce and Thrive Integration are urging businesses to hire ex-prisoners to boost community safety and provide them a second chance.
Indigo Junction chief executive Sharon Gough says sector experiences supported a new study which found intimate partner violence experienced by young women needed more attention.
Midland legal advocacy service MIDLAS has received a $100,000 grant to help equip staff and office areas with new IT equipment to help with service delivery.
Infiltration not a feasible strategy: SCEA vice chair
Swan Communities Environmental Alliance vice chair Jan Zeck says infiltration methods for managing stormwater is not effective in the Swan Valley due to clay preventing permeation.
Residents are calling for urgent action on rising groundwater and flooding and for balance in urban development and the area’s environmental protection.
Local government election results are in, with new and returning councillors elected to the Swan, Mundaring, Kalamunda, Bassendean, York, Chittering and Northam councils.
The Gidge Show returns for its 79th annual festivity on October 25, featuring several competitions, art awards, live music, food vendors, and free family entertainment.
