Local heroes

New life for a ‘tough nut’

Shayne Walters proudly displays her Tough Nut award. Picture: Dominique Menegaldo d400685

IT’S not often you hear a story about a 13-year-old girl openly using illegal drugs with her mother, but it was the case for Osborne Park resident and recent City of Stirling Tough Nut award winner Shayne Walters. more »

Charity run just mind over matter for Marc

Ultra-marathon runner Marc Simpkins overcame his own doubts to tackle the 442km Coast 2 Coast Challenge from Albany to Perth.  Picture: Marcus Whisson www.communitypix.com.au   d400664

JOONDANNA resident Marc Simpkins initially dismissed his dream of running from Albany to Perth, thinking it was impossible. more »

Model of surprise

Michael Italiano is the face of enex100.

WITH no modelling experience or “no particular style,” Michael Italiano says he was shocked to be named the new face of men’s fashion for enex100 on St Georges Terrace more »

Mental health advocate praised

SCARBOROUGH resident Ashlee Harrison has been acknowledged for her work with young people after winning the 2013 Educate! Edith Cowan University Award recently. more »

Life devoted to helping others

Youth Award winner Jessica Kain of Wembley.

THE 2013 Minister for Youth’s Most Outstanding Youth Worker recipient says independence and self-confidence in young people were vital for a fulfilling life. 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 »

Caring comes naturally

Glen Daly, here with his wife Julie says it’s much easier to be kind than to be mean.

DOUBLEVIEW resident Glen Daly takes bins out for neighbours, drops children off at school, does the odd handyman job and even a spot of shopping but don’t call him a local hero – it’s just what he does, he says. more »

Lifeline service for migrant families

Social worker Ruth Sims chats to <I>Times</I> reporter Lauren Pilat.

SOCIAL worker Ruth Sims works by the African proverb, ‘It takes a whole village to raise a child,’ while providing ongoing support to local women and their families. more »

Nominate your local unsung hero

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

Health fund advocate wins lifetime award

Fred March, who has raised more than $1 million for the Rotary Club’s health fund, with his certificate.   Picture: Matt Jelonek d394631

TRIGG resident Fred March has received a Rotary Life Membership award after raising millions of dollars for the organisation. more »

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