Local heroes

On call for the local community

Three generations of the Elliot family, Jessica, Pat and Dianne are all volunteers for St John Ambulance.

THE Gingin-Chittering community is lucky to have three generations of the Elliot family devoting their time as St John Ambulance volunteers. more »

Herb rises to challenge

Herb Boltong, 69, plans to climb 4200m in Nepal this month.

BASKERVILLE’S Herb Boltong won’t let type two diabetes hold him back from his greatest challenge – conquering the 4200m climb to the Annapurna base camp in Nepal this month. more »

Keeping the community safe

Volunteer firefighters Reuben Davies, Troy Miller and Andrew Waddington. Picture: Louise White    d397554

AT the helm of the West Swan Bushfire Brigade is 13-year veteran and captain Rebecca Altham, who says she loves to make a difference. more »

Grant bolsters battle for building positives

Layne Beachley Aim for the Stars Foundation grant recipient and Join the Revolution founder Jessica Smith .

FORMER Paralympian Jessica Smith wants you to “Join the Revolution”. more »

$120,000 in grants for local landcare heroes

Friends of Bennett Brook Reserve hard at work on a 40C day.

CHITTERING and Caversham environmental heroes will benefit from more than $120,000 in grants from the Swan River Trust and Alcoa Landcare Program. more »

Sally is top vollie

GINGIN’S Sally Gifford was presented with the Premier’s Australia Day Active Citizenship Award recently. more »

Nominate your local unsung hero

A DEADLINE to honour your local community champion is fast approaching. more »

Seasoned pilot spreads wings

Ian Gonsal, a former RAAF pilot, has set up a venture offering enthusiasts the chance to experience military-type flying missions.

AFTER flying for more than 40 years, The Vines veteran fighter pilot Ian Gonsal has taken to the skies to provide a true aviation adventure to the public. more »

Air force trainer honoured

Flight Lieutenant Roger Buddrige receives his long service medal from East Metropolitan MLC Alyssa Hayden.

A special awards presentation night was held at the RAAF Base Pearce recently to honour the dedicated service of Air Force cadet trainer Flight Lieutenant Roger Buddrige. more »

Quick thinking results in bravery award

Governor Malcolm McCusker and Ryan Houston with the award.

A MAN who rescued a four-year-old off Lancelin jetty was among 21 individuals recognised at the 2012 WA Bravery Awards. more »

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