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Perth Now
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Dewar down and out for Pies clash
Tyrell Dewar will miss the Eagles' clash Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian Mitchell Woodcock The West Australian West Coast will be without young gun Tyrell Dewar for their monumental task of trying to take down ladder-leaders Collingwood at Marvel Stadium on Saturday evening. Dewar will miss the clash with injury, joining co-captain Oscar Allen (knee/Achilles) as players to come out from their disappointing loss to Carlton before the bye. Eagles coach Andrew McQualter resisted swinging the axe after they conceded 10 of the first 11 goals against the Blues less than a fortnight ago, with veteran wingman Jayden Hunt retaining his spot despite being subbed out with only two disposals to his name. Debutant Jobe Shanahan has been named at centre-half-forward after The West Australian revealed he would replace Allen in attack despite spending the past few games in the WAFL down back. Defender-turned-midfielder Brady Hough also returns after missing the loss to Carlton because of illness. More to come...
Perth Now
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Perth Now
‘Complete sham': Track plans spark protests at Optus Stadium
The Save Burswood Park Alliance has labelled recent community consultation about the Burswood racetrack a 'sham'. It claims the tender for the project was issued well before consultation had begun and closed before it had been completed. Hundreds of people attended community feedback sessions from last Thursday to Sunday, sharing their ideas and thoughts on the released plans for the new Perth entertainment and sporting precinct for Burswood Park. Your local paper, whenever you want it. A statement released by Save Burswood Park Alliance said the sessions were 'set up with only a basic 'cartoon' layout of the development and with government staff unable to answer targeted questions relating to track design and construction, noise modelling, and plant and animal surveys'. It said many people were agitated and vocal about the 'lack of information available'. Save Burswood Park Alliance co-chair Robin Harvey said Landsdale MLA Daniel Pastorelli, Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier, had attended all four sessions as the government's spokesman and in discussions about the racetrack he repeatedly said it was a non-negotiable part of the project. Protestors at a drop in session for the Entertainment and Sporting Precinct at Burswood Park. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian 'What is the point of community consultation when the community's main objection is dismissed like that?' Dr Harvey said. 'Real community consultation involves the community and all other stakeholders from the beginning. 'This V8 Supercars proposal was presented to us as a fait accompli. The consultation is clearly a complete sham.' Mr Pastorelli told PerthNow the program of consultation had been extensive and had welcomed discussions with all interested residents and relevant stakeholders. 'The drop-in sessions have been a key element of the consultation. The sessions were respectful and we received constructive and beneficial feedback,' he said. 'I have personally been undertaking a range of face-to-face meetings with residents and stakeholders including key community residents, which will continue over coming weeks. 'The community feedback is essential in informing the design and delivery of the new precinct.' Mr Pastorelli acknowledged some residents may have wanted more specific information but said the project was not yet at that stage. Part of the protest at the drop-in session for the entertainment and sporting precinct at Burswood Park. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian 'We are currently in the consultation phase and detailed design is yet to be completed — noting a contract for design has not been awarded,' he said. 'The project team comprised of public servants do a remarkable job day-in-day-out and we thank those people who were respectful in their engagement with them at the drop-in sessions.' Mr Pastorelli said Indigenous consultation to help with design had started. 'Initial consultation has been held with the South West Aboriginal Land and Sea Council, and a cultural advisory group to provide cultural advice during design development will be established,' he said. Dr Harvey said the Alliance agreed with the project's planned landscape improvements and outdoor amphitheatre, although there were concerns about its scope and size. Protesters against the plans rallied at Optus Stadium on Saturday afternoon hoping to catch people attending an AFL game. Community consultation for the project will continue in the upcoming weeks.
Perth Now
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Emotional moments for Telethon Mega Bingo winners
A mum who had just sold her car to pay for school fees will now be able to drive her daughter in a brand new GWM Haval Jolion after having the winning ticket at Telethon's annual Mega Bingo event. More than a quarter of a million dollars was raised for WA's sickest children as over 10,000 participants descended on the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre over two days this weekend for Australia's largest bingo call. The stakes were high with more than $274,000 in cash prizes up for grabs across the weekend, including a single game with a whopping $37,500 prize. Out of the 9481 tickets sold to win Sunday's GWM Haval Jolion, valued at $29,990 drive away, Tanya Ford had the winning numbers and she was in complete shock as 7NEWS sports commentator Adrian Barich called her to the stage. Tanya Ford Wins a car at Telethon Bingo On Sunday afternoon. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian She said her family had never owned a new car. 'My husband has been catching public transport to his job at the airport — we live in Kallaroo so it takes over an hour,' she said. 'This is absolutely incredible to get to come here today. 'We have a car now. I just can't believe it.' She said she brought along a lucky golden owl that her friend had given her and 'obviously the lucky owl was on our side.' Lucky charms were a theme among the winners on Sunday with Annabel Tunley taking home $37,500 after pulling a toy horse out of her purse, which a school student had given her. Annabel Tunley Wins $37,500 at Telethon Bingo On Sunday afternoon. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian The teacher and grant writer was jumping and screaming as the bingo caller confirmed she had the winning numbers. 'I actually didn't even know how to fill out a bingo card before I came here,' she said. 'I did actually feel quite lucky coming into today and those games before were getting me ready for the big win. 'Telethon is all about WA kids so I know seeing this room full of people really having fun and spending money has made me really think how important it is and how important this is for WA.' Ashleigh Hunter and Fat Cat at Telethon Bingo On Sunday afternoon. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian For WA film director Jordon Prince-Wright, it was a full circle moment to be at the bingo event after Telethon helped him beat brain cancer as a child. The director of WA's biggest feature film, Before Dawn, said he is now able to support the cause that is close to his heart. 'I had a brain tumour when I was three and spent my childhood in Princess Margaret Hospital. If it wasn't for Telethon that purchased the equipment that effectively saved my life, I wouldn't be here today,' he said. 'As much as my company can now support Telethon, it's fantastic.' All proceeds from the weekend go towards Telethon to supporting life-changing programs, equipment and services for sick, vulnerable and disadvantaged children across the State. The 2025 Telethon Weekend will be held over October 18 and 19 at RAC Arena.
Perth Now
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Free festival returns to Perth's port city with stellar acts
Fremantle will be 'buzzing' on Monday as it becomes the official celebration hub in Perth to mark WA Day. The Port City's free WA Day community event will showcase dragon dancers, unicorn stilt walkers and Latin music among the multicultural melting pot of entertainment that will transform Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour and Bathers Beach into a long-weekend holiday hot spot. Fremantle's turn to play host comes after the State's major celebration in Burswood was pushed to November to avoid seasonal poor winter weather again spoiling the party. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'After two years of weather disruptions, a decision was made to shift the timing of our large-scale Burswood event,' Celebrate WA chairman Scott Jones told PerthNow. 'We expect Fremantle to be buzzing this year as it is the only metro WA Day celebration in 2025. Fremantle's iconic backdrop, combined with the expanded program, makes it the perfect setting for a city-wide celebration of who we are as Western Australians.' The festivities in Fremantle will run from 11am to 6pm on WA Day. Festival goers can expect to see Mews Park and Bathers Beach decorated with flags, lanterns, and lights representative of our favourite holiday destination - Bali. The Bathers Beach boardwalk will play host to a vintage fashion parade and the WA Shipwrecks Museum will be decked out for children, with unicorns and mermaids among the attractions. Pictured is Nathaniel Webb, Mermaid Yau, Mermaid Kat, Bethany Kimm (Back) and Joseph Webb on Bathers Beach. Riley Churchman Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian The traditional crowd-drawing derby between WAFL rivals East Fremantle and South Fremantle at Fremantle Oval will also be a highlight of the public holiday. 'It's a full-day experience designed to engage all ages and backgrounds,' Mr Jones said. 'There really is something for everyone. Expect an atmosphere that's colourful, inclusive, and full of surprises — from interactive workshops and cultural story-telling to music and carnival magic. 'It's a joyful celebration of everything that makes WA unique — our people, our stories, and our incredible diversity.' Pictured is Mermaid Kat, Mermaid Yau, Bethany Kimm, Nathaniel and Stanley Webb on Bathers Beach. Riley Churchman Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian The large-scale Burswood event has been rescheduled to November 22-23 to avoid weather disruptions which have marred festivities in previous years. 'We're committed to delivering an outstanding celebration later this year,' Mr Jones said. 'When the sun is shining and we can tie in with the buzz of the summer of cricket at Optus Stadium. In the meantime, we invite everyone to enjoy our vibrant festival in Fremantle.' Regional WA Day events are being held in Albany, Geraldton, Carnarvon, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Port Hedland, Newman and Karratha. WA Day was formally established in April 2012 following bipartisan political support in the Western Australian Parliament to make the change from Foundation Day.
Perth Now
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Huge 7m-tall graffiti covered astronaut unveiled in Perth
The long-awaited BOONJI Spaceman was officially unveiled out the front of the Perth council house this morning, where it will remain for the next year. The 'show stopper' Spaceman was unveiled to the tune of Around the world by Daft Punk at it's temporary home at Perth's Stirling gardens. The 7m-tall blue spaceman, titled Lightning, is covered in graffitied words that former Lord mayor Basil Zempilas said reflected the city. 'Words like ambitious, friendly, beautiful, City of light, are represented.' he said. The Boonji Spaceman artwork at Stirling Gardens. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian Mr Zempilas said that the spaceman was 'hugely impressive' and will be a drawing point for people in Perth. 'People are going to come and have their photos, Instagram this, talk about Perth and push Perth on their own channels,' he said. City of Perth Deputy Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds said that the Spaceman pays homage to the Perth City of Light origin story. 'Perth became known as the City of Light following American astronaut John Glenn's historic triple orbit of Earth in 1962, during which Perth residents and businesses left on their lights, shone torches to the sky and lit lanterns to make the city visible in space,' he said. 'BOONJI Spaceman is a tribute to our unique story and will no doubt become another must-see piece in the City of Light,' Cr Reynolds said. Renowned contemporary artist Brendan Murphy, who's based in the United States, donated the sculpture to the city. 'Art is an essential, it's not a luxury its something that brings us together,' he said. 'It's not something that I normally do, I'm not in the business of giving my art away. 'However when Basil and I met I felt his passion for the city and the people of the city. 'It's one of the best things I've done in a long time.' Contemporary Artist Brendan Murphy speaks at the unveiling of Perth's Boonji Spaceman. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian A closer look at the Boonji Spaceman. Credit: Riley Churchman / The West Australian Perth has now joined six other cities across the globe to own a personalised BOONJI sculpture with the others installed in New York, London, Washington D.C., Riyadh, Mallorca and Oslo. Although the artwork was donated, The City of Perth budgeted $250,000 for the transportation and installation of the Spaceman. The transportation process of the 1,365 kg carbon fibre and steel giant took 12 months and involved engineers to ensure a safe trip from Miami. Despite local outrage and on-going petitions, the installation still went ahead. Followers of the social media profile, 'savethekebab' shared their frustration and disappointment online. '$250k that could have supported a local artist to create something more relevant that is unique to us,' one follower said. The sculpture will live where the sculpture Ore Obelisk once stood, but was uninstalled in 2021 due to safety reasons. It is currently in city storage. 'It's standing where Ore Obelisk stood for 50 years - a work that actually meant something to this city.' another follower said. The Ore Obelisk in its heyday. Credit: Museum of Perth Facebook / RegionalHUB Mr Reynolds said that a notice of motion was put forward to the city to reassess what to do with the art pieces currently in storage. Mr Murphy will be displaying his other artworks at his 'blockbuster' Australian solo exhibition at the end of May at Gullotti Galleries in Cottesloe. The BOONJI Spaceman will stay at Stirling Gardens for 12 months and is anticipated to find its forever home in another location in the city, which is yet to be confirmed.
