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Perth Now
28-05-2025
- General
- Perth Now
Free laundry services at Subi for homeless
Free laundry services will be available for people living rough at the City of Subiaco's weekly homelessness support walk-in centre. It's a service being provided at Salvation Army's The Third Place in conjunction with Australian homeless charity Orange Sky during a two-hour window every Wednesday. 'Orange Sky's ethos is to provide basic and essential services for those who are doing it tough,' Subiaco mayor David McMullen said. Your local paper, whenever you want it. 'This is a natural fit with the support that the walk-in centre is providing to patrons every single week. 'By introducing new services like free laundry, we increase the walk-in centre's support offering, and continue to make a difference for vulnerable individuals who otherwise would have limited access to the types of basic services available at the centre.' Free haircuts and grooming services were also introduced to the centre in February by Short Back and Sidewalks. The Third Place has operated since 2023 to help deliver essential services to vulnerable community members. Since then, the centre has helped people find accommodation, mental health support and physical health services, as well as providing essential material aid including clothing, sleeping bags, hygiene packs and hot food. Services including showers, first aid and financial support are also provided.
West Australian
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- West Australian
Subi Blooms: Claire Mueller of ACID.FLWRS will stun WA with interactive experience at Mother's Day festival
Subiaco is set to bloom with life, colour and art this May, giving families the perfect way to celebrate Mother's Day. WA's iconic floral festival, Subi Blooms, will return for its seventh year transforming Subiaco into a captivating wonderland of colour and natural art from Friday May 9 until Sunday May 11. This years floral trail will be made up of 15 installations connected by one central theme — Roots to Bloom. The theme encourages florists to explore and express their cultural, spiritual and physical connections to the world while reflecting on the bonds that link people to nature and heritage. 'This year's theme, 'Roots to Bloom,' perfectly encapsulates Subiaco—where rich heritage meets vibrant growth,' City of Subiaco Mayor David McMullen said. 'We are set to attract people from all corners of the metropolitan area, and will show people what Subi has on offer year-round.' Perth-born artist Claire Mueller is one of the 30 florists involved in the event, and for her 'Roots to Bloom' is all about personal reflection, connection, and wonder. Ms Mueller — known for her work as — created an installation for the festival designed to connect generations. 'I wanted to do something that had a lot of discovery moments and moments for connection and reflection on the self,' she said. 'For me, it's an opportunity for people to take a moment to reflect on their own journeys and the multiple influences that have come together to make each of us unique flowers,' she said. Ms Mueller's instillation is made up of three parts — XOX, The Arch, and Kalidescope — that each embody her distinct visual language, and bright marbled patterns. The acclaimed artist's instillation represents her personal reflections on life but also allows the public to join in on the creativity through the interactive experience. People can step inside the interactive installation ahead of the festival, and it will be on display from April 25 until May 25. The 2025 Subi blooms festival will feature exciting new attractions such as a fresh flower vending machine and curated program events. Festival goers will be able to enjoy delicious food and drinks in the Gather Village. Subi Blooms joined with Gather: A Floral Community to bring WA this years spectacular showcase of floral artistry. No flower will go to waste and when the weekend comes to an end leftover blooms will be repurposed into bouquets for expecting mothers at King Edward Memorial Hospital and St John of God Subiaco. People can attend the free event from 12pm on Friday May 9 until Sunday May 11.
Perth Now
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Subiaco set to bloom for Mother's Day with iconic festival
Subiaco is set to bloom with life, colour and art this May, giving families the perfect way to celebrate Mother's Day. WA's iconic floral festival, Subi Blooms, will return for its seventh year transforming Subiaco into a captivating wonderland of colour and natural art from Friday May 9 until Sunday May 11. This years floral trail will be made up of 15 installations connected by one central theme — Roots to Bloom. The theme encourages florists to explore and express their cultural, spiritual and physical connections to the world while reflecting on the bonds that link people to nature and heritage. 'This year's theme, 'Roots to Bloom,' perfectly encapsulates Subiaco—where rich heritage meets vibrant growth,' City of Subiaco Mayor David McMullen said. 'We are set to attract people from all corners of the metropolitan area, and will show people what Subi has on offer year-round.' Perth-born artist Claire Mueller is one of the 30 florists involved in the event, and for her 'Roots to Bloom' is all about personal reflection, connection, and wonder. Claire Mueller of with some of her artwork. Credit: Ian Munro / The West Australian Ms Mueller — known for her work as — created an installation for the festival designed to connect generations. 'I wanted to do something that had a lot of discovery moments and moments for connection and reflection on the self,' she said. 'For me, it's an opportunity for people to take a moment to reflect on their own journeys and the multiple influences that have come together to make each of us unique flowers,' she said. Ms Mueller's instillation is made up of three parts — XOX, The Arch, and Kalidescope — that each embody her distinct visual language, and bright marbled patterns. The acclaimed artist's instillation represents her personal reflections on life but also allows the public to join in on the creativity through the interactive experience. People can step inside the interactive installation ahead of the festival, and it will be on display from April 25 until May 25. The 2025 Subi blooms festival will feature exciting new attractions such as a fresh flower vending machine and curated program events. Festival goers will be able to enjoy delicious food and drinks in the Gather Village. Subi Blooms joined with Gather: A Floral Community to bring WA this years spectacular showcase of floral artistry. No flower will go to waste and when the weekend comes to an end leftover blooms will be repurposed into bouquets for expecting mothers at King Edward Memorial Hospital and St John of God Subiaco. People can attend the free event from 12pm on Friday May 9 until Sunday May 11.
