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Perth Now
4 days ago
- Business
- Perth Now
Popular Irish club in Subiaco under threat after 50 years
Guinness has flowed as thick and fast as the accents at Subiaco's Irish Club for almost 50 years, but could its day be numbered? The building has hit the market, with property agents spruiking the potential for a redevelopment with a four storey limit. Ray White Commercial is seeking $2 million for the Subiaco institution, which is contracted to the Irish Club under a lease. But with its city centre zoning at its central Townshend Rd location, it is likely to catch developers' eyes, which could spell the end of the steady tenancy for the much-loved institution. 'An opportunity to acquire a large freehold building, with development potential, fully equipped for entertainment and a large capacity club licence,' says the ad. 'Featuring a ballroom/hall, full stage with green room and lighting equipment, commercial kitchen and bar upstairs and downstairs, the premises is ideal for clubs, office, associations, recreation, place of worship, function centre or simply a high density development site.' Ray White Commercial agent Stephen Harrison said the two storey property sits on 608sqm of land, offering about 800 sqm of internal space. It has a 400 person capacity club license. The Irish Club in Subiaco has been serving Guiness for nearly 50 years. Credit: Supplied Cedar Woods has appointed a builder for its Incontro project in Subiaco, in a sign of returning confidence to the apartment market. Cedar Woods has this week announced that it has appointed a builder — EMCO Building — for the 110-complex including apartments and townhouses on Salvado St. Construction is due to start next month and completion expected mid-2027. The progress is a sign a returning positivity in the construction sector, given it was greenlit earlier this year after being shelved for years. The project launched in October 2021, then shelved in April 2022 when the numbers no longer stacked up. At the time, consumers were not prepared to pay what it would have cost a developer to build it, while the uncertainty of the fast and unpredictable hikes in construction costs were also a hindrance. Irish Club Subiaco - Credit: supplied Construction costs are still increasing, but rising in a slower and more predictable manner, while the apartment price tags have also risen. Cedar Woods managing director Nathan Blackburne said there had been a strong response to Incontro Apartments had been fantastic which he attributed partly to prices, which are at the cheaper end for Subiaco. The $614,000 apartments have sold out, with the $624,000 abodes now the cheapest. 'With close to 50 per cent already sold prior to construction, it's clear that Incontro Apartments' attractive price point and well-connected Subiaco location are really resonating with buyers.' EMCO building general manager Ronan Cosgrove said there had been a strong period of collaboration with Cedar Woods. Irish Club Subiaco - exterior Credit: supplied Tenants are being sought to anchor the upcoming development at 110 Marine Parade, adjacent to Cottesloe Beach Hotel. With retail shops a rarity along the food and beverage strip opposite Perth's most famous beach, the tenancies are being described as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The shops will be close to home to some of WA's most popular venues, including Il Lido, Indigo Oscar, Gibney, The Shorehouse and Magic Apple. The shops will help define the Marine Parade's modern makeover. Shops spaces, leased through Lease Equity, are from 55sqm-204sqm. Marine Parade shops seeking tenants Credit: supplied The one-time home to the long Friday lunch — the former Mediterranean restaurant, sold for $3,133,000 earlier this year. Sitting on a 748sqm block at the corner of Rokeby and Nicholson Rd, the property was sold with approved plans for a five storey development. It has 17 on site car bays and 646sqm of internal space. The site has a rich history as a former restaurant where some of Perth most colourful business people like to frequent. It was later used as an office by Julie Bishop. As for its next step — watch this space.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
More rain? What to know about the forecast for San Angelo
Still reeling from Friday's record-breaking 14 inches of rain, San Angelo and the surrounding area will have a chance of more rain through Monday before getting some relief from soggy conditions. The National Weather Service in San Angelo warned of possible thunderstorms on top of major flooding that began early Friday and caused area rivers to rise from their banks. Flooding in San Angelo on Friday swept debris and vehicles down some streets. The weather service called the conditions "life threatening" and urged people not to venture onto the roads. Stephen Harrison with the NWS San Angelo office told the Standard-Times on Friday the heaviest rain occurred in Grape Creek northwest of San Angelo where 14 inches was reported, and 9 inches was reported nearby in Wall. Live updates Saturday: San Angelo staggers, rallies in aftermath of flooding; name released of victim found dead The official total for San Angelo for July 4 until 1 p.m. Saturday 2.63 inches of rain. Besides a slight chance of rain on Monday, the San Angelo area has a forecast of dry weather through Friday with daytime high temperatures in the mid-90s and overnight lows in the low 70s. More: What to know about getting help after the flood, making donations in San Angelo area This article originally appeared on San Angelo Standard-Times: San Angelo weather more rain in forecast after historic flooding
Yahoo
05-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
More rain? What to know about the forecast for San Angelo
Still reeling from Friday's record-breaking 14 inches of rain, San Angelo and the surrounding area will have a chance of more rain through Monday before getting some relief from soggy conditions. The National Weather Service in San Angelo warned of possible thunderstorms on top of major flooding that began early Friday and caused area rivers to rise from their banks. Flooding in San Angelo on Friday swept debris and vehicles down some streets. The weather service called the conditions "life threatening" and urged people not to venture onto the roads. Stephen Harrison with the NWS San Angelo office told the Standard-Times on Friday the heaviest rain occurred in Grape Creek northwest of San Angelo where 14 inches was reported, and 9 inches was reported nearby in Wall. Live updates Saturday: San Angelo staggers, rallies in aftermath of flooding; name released of victim found dead The official total for San Angelo for July 4 until 1 p.m. Saturday 2.63 inches of rain. Besides a slight chance of rain on Monday, the San Angelo area has a forecast of dry weather through Friday with daytime high temperatures in the mid-90s and overnight lows in the low 70s. More: What to know about getting help after the flood, making donations in San Angelo area This article originally appeared on San Angelo Standard-Times: San Angelo weather more rain in forecast after historic flooding
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
‘Do your job': Family sues over FDOT, Orlando construction projects
Hurricane season has just started, but some families in the Orlando area are still living through the aftermath of last year's storms. In the Wadeview and Delaney Park neighborhoods, there were days of constant flooding in 2024, causing homes to be underwater – and now, some homeowners are fighting back. 'It's like PTSD. We really feel like shaky, just even going back to that place and reliving those motions of what we were going through,' said Stephen Harrison, whose family had just moved to a new home on Kaley Avenue around August OF 2024. Only Channel 9 was allowed back into their home on Monday, about nine months after the powerful Labor Day Weekend storm last September led to a consistent stream of water flowing through the family's hallways. 'It's been a difficult process,' said Anne Zorn-Harrison. 'How can you not prepare for an event like that when we live in Central Florida, and we see hurricanes that drop loads of water? Tropical storms leave loads of water?' The Harrisons' backyard now looks nothing like it did last September, and the family said it took months—and a lot of money they didn't have—to get it back to normal. Nine months later, they say the work is not done yet. 'Still a lot of repairs we still need to do,' said Stephen, pointing at the repair marks that still linger in his hallway. Channel 9 has now learned the family is suing two companies responsible for the resurfacing project on South Orange and Delaney Avenue. Hubbard Construction, hired by FDOT to lead the South Orange resurfacing construction, and Gibbs and Register, hired by the City of Orlando and OUC to install improvements along Delaney Avenue, are both defendants in the legal action. The suit claims both companies failed to take measures to prevent flooding while working on the projects, leading up to the damage from 2024. 'The proper measures were not taken in order to prevent exactly such an event as this from occurring,' said Stephen Smith, an attorney representing the Harrisons. 'It's storm season in Florida. This is not unprecedented, regardless of what anyone may claim.' In 2024, Channel 9 took the community's concern straight to City Hall to ask Public Works about the ongoing initiatives to ensure the neighborhoods are equipped to deal with flooding. READ: Flooding fallout: Channel 9 takes questions from Orlando residents straight to City Hall The City of Orlando is not listed in the lawsuit, and therefore, it did not make any comments regarding the litigation. The City issued the following statement regarding its flooding prevention measures. As the month of June is the start of Hurricane season, although all year long, the City's Public Works team continuously prepares for the potential of severe storms, especially during the summer months. This includes checking inlets, lake outfalls, and drainage well intakes, as well as monitoring and lowering lakes to account for precipitation expectations each day. In addition, they inspect construction sites to ensure inlets are not experiencing any blockages and that water is flowing efficiently. The Florida Department of Transportation, the Orlando Utilities Commission, and Gibbs and Register would not make any comments either. Channel 9 also reached out to Hubbard Construction, the second defendant in the suit, but has not heard back. As the hurricane season gets underway, the family says they do not believe their community is ready for what's to come over the next months – especially because the projects are still ongoing. 'What is your message to whoever is in charge of preparing for this season,' Channel 9's Geovany Dias asked the couple. 'Do your job, look after everyone,' said Stephen. 'There's more to it than just the drainage system. These are families. These are homes that we pay loads of taxes on as well,' Anne said. Click here to download our free news, weather and smart TV apps. And click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
Fibre2Fashion
13-05-2025
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
UK's Harrisons launches sustainable, high-performance wipes collection
Harrisons, a leading manufacturer of nonwoven wipes, announces the launch of the Industrial Range: a collection of high-performance wipes created to support industry. Harrisons has launched a new Industrial Range of nonwoven wipes. The Industrial Range was designed utilising the Harrisons' in-house lab against key performance indicators: absorption, wet and dry strength, and lint control. The range is available in three tiers: Technical, Premium and Pro, with each tier including three high performance wipes. Harrisons took a rigorous, science-driven approach to developing the range, starting with an in-depth analysis of customer needs across various sectors. Each wipe was then tested in the Harrisons in-house lab for absorption, wet and dry strength, and lint control, to guarantee superior performance. Harrisons has launched its science-driven Industrial Range of wipes, featuring Technical, Premium, and Pro tiers to meet diverse industrial cleaning needs. Tested for performance and sustainability, the range supports critical sectors like aerospace and food processing. A new product selector tool simplifies choosing the right wipe, reinforcing Harrisons' commitment to operational excellence. The Industrial Range consists of three tiers, each engineered to deliver targeted performance: Technical: made from Sontara materials renowned for their superior performance, these wipes are designed for specialist applications where there is no room for failure. They offer ultra-low linting, hyper absorbency, and exceptional durability, making them ideal for safety critical environments such as aerospace and food processing, as well highly sensitive environments like printing and pharmaceutical production. And, for a more sustainable solution, the Tech 100 offers a plastic-free composition made with compostable cellulosic fibres. Premium: engineered for tough wiping tasks, these wipes offer great performance and value. With extra strength and superior absorption, they are excellent for removing grease, oil, and grime in industrial settings. The Prem 100, made from 55% wood pulp and 45% lyocell, helps reduce environmental impact. Pro: versatile, cost-effective solutions for everyday cleaning, these wipes boast reliable performance for general maintenance, tool cleaning, and surface wiping. Each tier offers three wipes with unique strengths to ensure there is a product suited to every industrial cleaning need. Stephen Harrison, Managing Director at Harrisons , said: 'The Harrisons Industrial Range is more than just a collection of wipes — it is a commitment to helping industry achieve excellence. The Industrial Range will help businesses focus on their core operations without being hindered by rags or subpar cleaning products.' As part of the launch of the range, Harrisons have created a product selector tool to simplify the decision-making process - so anyone can find the right wipe for their business in just 4 clicks. The new range comes after a period of significant progression for Harrisons, which recently acquired the business and assets of Ecotech, and established a new partnership with warehousing and logistics provider, Magnum Logistics. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the Fibre2Fashion staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RM)
