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Author: Your Herald
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Fremantle Arts Centre’s Bazaar, Perth’s original and highest quality maker’s market, returns this weekend. As soon as you pass through the front gate at Fremantle Arts Centre you understand what makes Bazaar so special. Bathe in the glow of festoon lights strung between the trees, feel the buzz of artists excited to connect with customers…
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THIS North Perth home is so relaxing, I almost forgot I was doing a review while chatting to the owner. The four-bedroom abode feels well-loved and well-lived in, but it also has a hint of the party house. According to the owner, 40 people sat down for Christmas lunch in the spacious open plan area.…
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TRANSCENDENTAL MEDITATION is well known for delivering adherents to a deeper spiritual level, but it’s now emerged as a tool for tackling trauma. TM was introduced by Indian teacher, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. “It has been 60 years since Maharishi came out to the West with this; we’ve seen 10 million people who have learnt this…
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IF you’re struggling to think of something that’s not straight out of a catalogue for a great Christmas present, why not look into WA’s indigenous arts and culture. Here’s a few suggestions. Art Tjyllyungoo – that’s the traditional name of Lance Chadd – hails from Bibbulmun country down south and has links to a little-known…
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GOOMALLING farmer Terry Brennan had only seen three and a half movies in his life until this week, when he drove two hours to see The Irishman at The Backlot cinema in West Perth. “In 1972 I took my wife to see The French Connection … that was the first date I took her on,”…
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MOBILE homeless service providers will be shepherded into one car park in East Perth after the city council adopted a 12-month trial that was only run past a select few charities. The trial at Moore Street in East Perth is part of a plan to issue permits to homeless services so their activities can be…
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A RARE bravery medal awarded to a nurse during World War II was stolen from a Dianella home on Tuesday November 12. The British Empire Medal (military division) was awarded to Voluntary Aid Detachment nurse Fay Caplan in 1942, one of eight medals she received for her service in Australian and England and was for…
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ONE of the eternally-empty blocks in Northbridge might finally be filled, with a 12-level hotel approved for 8 Parker Street. Perth council’s planners are keen on the proposal as it will offer “a world class boutique hotel” opposite Russell Square and bring an end to the occasional trash blowing through the site. But the Hellenic…
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A LOCALLY produced tale of a Mount Hawthorn video store has taken out the grand prize and three other awards at the Canada Shorts film festival. The Throwback was part of the 2019 film project organised by Vincent council and Revelation film festival and told the story of Melanie McInerney’s dedication to keeping her Network…
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ST BART’S homeless shelter wants people to donate unused gifts, treats and toiletries to its Christmas hamper appeal. This year the not-for-profit will make up festive hampers for 350 men and 150 women who are residents or clients of its East Perth shelter. Each hamper will contain toiletries, a Christmas gift and a food treat…
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