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$80,000 poll yields a mixed message

DESPITE more than half of the ballots for the Shire of Kalamunda’s council amalgamation community poll not being returned, the shire is claiming it as a victory for the people, with an “overwhelming no vote”. more »

‘Earthquake’ hits town

The Meckering earthquake fault line.

IN a simulated earthquake emergency last week, York’s Castle Hotel “collapsed” and dozens of people were missing. more »

Horses for disabled move to new home

Clockwise from above: Leanne Powell and Melanie Hallett enjoy a carriage ride; Kiara Colbung and Glenys Wicks; and Zach Ackland and Den Stanley.

BAKERS Hill Carriage Driving Centre will move to the local Equestrian Centre. more »

Rates set to rise by 5pc

CITY of Swan rates are forecast to rise by 5 per cent in the 2013-2014 financial year, down from a 6.5 per cent increase last year. more »

Referendum on councils in September

A referendum on the status of local councils in the Australian Constitution will be held in September.

A REFERENDUM will be conducted during the September 14 Federal election to decide whether or not local councils and shires should be recognised under the Australian Constitution. more »

Taxi discrimination claim

Shannon Lumsden waits for a taxi in Midland.

CATCHING a taxi from Northbridge to Midland is almost impossible. more »

Descent decision time

Some of the action from last year’s Avon Descent.

ENTRIES opened this week for the 2013 Avon Descent. more »

Merciful milestone

Carly Veitch owes her life and the life of her baby to the Royal Flying Doctor Service.

YORK’s Carly Veitch is terrified of flying. more »

Finalist a happy loser to legend

Den Scheer with her illustrations and the book in which she was published. Picture: Andrew Ritchie d377749

NORTHAM local Den Scheer is celebrating her success as a finalist in the prestigious Aurealis Awards. more »

Police operation nabs nine men seeking prostitutes

Image: File photo.

POLICE have charged nine men with seeking street prostitutes after a targetted operation in Highgate on Thursday night. more »

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