Fiona Argyle News Today

A Perth mayor has stormed out of an open public meeting, but not before firing a broadside about misogyny at some who remained in the room.

From council leadership tussles and social media snafus to history making achievements by some of our youngest locals, there were plenty of stories that kept us talking this year. 

The JDAP approved the application for the $42 million centre 3-2 on November 9 after a marathon four-hour meeting. 

A Presbyterian Ladies College student hand-picked to represent Australia in Trinidad and Tobago has returned with seven medals and staked her claim to a bright future in swimming.

Five councillors and mayor Fiona Argyle are up for re-election this year, but due to the changes only two council seats and the mayor’s seat will be contestable. 

Property Council of WA executive director Sandra Brewer says requiring developers to pay up for public open spaces is hampering housing availability.

The City of Nedlands has agreed to work Western Power to connect about 1700 properties to underground power.

The City of Nedlands has adopted a 2.5 per cent rates rise, while Town of Cottesloe residents will receive a 4 per cent increase.

Nedlands councillors have unanimously passed a motion to unite both sides of Stirling Highway in an effort to make the major road safer for pedestrian crossings.

The State Development Assessment Unit has recommended the WA Planning Commission approve the proposed Tawarri Hot Springs development in Dalkeith.