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Perth Now
4 hours ago
- Climate
- Perth Now
South Perth reacts to video of foreshore ripped up by storm
South Perth residents have used a video on social media showing the horrific damage last night's storm had on parts of the foreshore to react to a council decision to remove trees. PerthNow recently reported the City of South Perth approved the removal of six juvenile trees that claimed to be blocking 'million-dollar views' of the Perth CBD at Lake Douglas. The trees that will be removed by the city. Credit: City of South Perth In an ironic turn of events, last night's storm ripped through the city and videos of the damage began to circulate online. One particular video posted on The Bell Tower Times' Instagram showed damage to the foreshore just outside The Boatshed Restaurant in South Perth. The video, which has more than 100 comments, showed the foreshore line ripped up and flooded, with some commentators suggesting that having trees planted would have prevented this damage. 'I hope Cr Nic Coveney's 6 trees are OK!' one commentator said. 'It's almost as though South Perth needs more trees along the foreshore.' another added. 'Done any damage to the view?' said another. Some commentators described the scenes as a 'new water theme park' and how the 'water feature should improve the view'. 'If only there were more trees on the foreshore to absorb the water ... oh wait.' one commentator joked. 'That is some serious erosion, wow.' another added. Cr Coveney told PerthNow he 'strongly supports urban greening' and has 'advocated for more trees on the foreshore and backed over $2.5 million in funding for related initiatives this financial year'. The city has a management plan for the South Perth foreshore which aims to protect and enhance vegetation, restore water quality and develop and maintain suitable habitats for fauna. It also aims to preserve vistas to the city and the Swan River.
NZ Herald
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
Faith Ward becomes first-ever New Zealander to make Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders
After making it through the first trials in June, Ward told Perth Now: 'No matter the outcome, it'll be amazing to be part of the experience, and making it this far is already just incredible.' This week she shared on her fast-growing social media platforms that she had been selected, posting emotional videos showing family and friends her new uniform: 'telling people I got my dream job'. Born with double-jointed hips, Ward moved to Australia when she was 10 and began working as a professional dancer at 18, performing on cruise ships, Perth Now reported. The iconic cheerleaders in their white hot-pants, cowboy boots and dazzling blue crop top have been performing at Dallas Cowboys games since 1961. They became world famous when the Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders came out last year, shining a light on what goes on behind the scenes. The series showed the torturous toll the routines take on the women's bodies (they jump from the air and land on the ground in the splits) – with injured necks, backs, hips and surgeries not uncommon. It exposed the long hours of work for little pay – reportedly as little as US$400 ($672) a game – and the objectification of the women. However, the series also captured the pride of making the grade and the impressive physical skills required. Season 2 of the show dropped on Netflix in June. There's no word yet of season 3, which will be the one featuring Ward. The cheerleaders have just entered training camp before the NFL season. The first home pre-season game for the Cowboys is set for August 17, before their season officially kicks off at their home turf in Arlington, Texas on September 15. Ward is the first New Zealander to make the squad, but two Australians are among the esteemed alumni – Angela Nicotera Brown and Jinelle Esther. - RNZ
Otago Daily Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Otago Daily Times
First ever Kiwi makes Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders squad
Wellington-born dancer Faith Ward has been named in the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders (DCC) squad - the first time a New Zealander has made the crew. The 22-year-old, who lives in Perth and goes by the nickname Flexi Faith, was announced as one of six rookies that will join the team of 36 who will perform in this season of the NFL. Thousands of women audition to make the squad each season, with very few spots to fill with fresh faces, or rookies as they are called. Ward's audition began with sending through dance videos and photos and learning specific choreography before being flown to Texas. After making it through the first trials in June, Ward told Perth Now: 'No matter the outcome, it'll be amazing to be part of the experience, and making it this far is already just incredible". This week she shared on her fast-growing social media platforms that she had been selected, posting emotional videos showing family and friends her new uniform: "telling people I got my dream job". Born with double-jointed hips, Ward moved to Australia when she was 10 and began working as a professional dancer at 18, performing on cruise ships, Perth Now reported. The iconic cheerleaders in their white-hot pants, cowboy boots and dazzling blue crop top have been performing at Dallas Cowboys' games since 1961. They became world famous when the Netflix docuseries America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders came out last year, shining a light on what goes on behind the scenes. The series showed the torturous toll the routines take on the womens' bodies (they jump from the air and land on the ground in the splits) - with injured necks, backs, hips and surgeries not uncommon. It exposed the long hours of work for little pay (reportedly as little as US$400 a game) and the objectification of the women. However, the series also captured the pride of making the grade and the impressive physical skills required. Season 2 of the show dropped on Netflix in June. There's no word yet of season 3, which will be the one featuring Ward. The cheerleaders have just entered training camp ahead of the NFL season. The first home pre-season game for the Cowboys is set for 17 August before their season officially kicks off at their home turf in Arlington, Texas on 15 September. Ward is the first New Zealander to make the squad, but two Australians are among the esteemed alumni - Angela Nicotera Brown and Jinelle Esther.
Perth Now
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Goodbye Irene: How to send personal farewell to ‘TV legend'
As Home and Away favourite Irene begins her farewell tour of Summer Bay, fans of the iconic character are being encouraged to 'Say goodbye to a TV legend' ahead of her final episodes on the long-running soap. Playing the coastal town's matriarch for 33 years, Lynne McGranger will depart the series in August, filming her final scenes in March this year. However, before the sun officially sets on her time at the bay, fans will have the opportunity to submit a personalised farewell to the character at The bespoke website reads, 'After more than 30 years in Summer Bay, the time has come to say goodbye to one of Australia's most beloved TV icons, Irene Roberts. 'Share your personal video message, memory, or goodbye note now.' A handful of tributes will be selected to feature in the promotion of Irene's final episodes, illustrating the impact she's had on loyal audiences for decades. Lynne McGranger has played Irene Roberts for 33 years, but will leave the show for good in August. Credit: Jeremy Greive This week, Irene's Alzheimer's diagnosis has led her to reminisce about the many faces and stories that have given her life in Summer Bay meaning. And it's triggered an outpouring of support online from fans who have cried with her. 'Dear Lynne. As a 37 year old woman, You have been in my home since I was 5. You will forever be missed as my familiar anxiety calming and grounding background voice therapy. We will miss you more than you will ever know. Thank you!' one fan wrote. Another said, 'It was a walk down memory lane tonight. So many faces that we've loved over the years. Johnny Ruffo made me cry. It will be hard to say goodbye to Irene. Thank you Lynne for the years and years of wonderful memories.' If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. Earlier this month, the reality of Irene's departure was outlined to viewers. 'After over three decades as the Bay's tough-talking, big-hearted battler, Irene's gripping final storyline is now in motion, and it will have all of Australia talking,' an official release said. McGranger, 72, was instrumental in determining how her much-loved character would leave the series. She told PerthNow earlier this year, the story is 'very pertinent, and very important, and I am really very proud of it'. The former comedian revealed to the Women's Weekly this month that the life-changing role resulted in her husband Paul becoming a stay-at-home dad. If you'd like to view this content, please adjust your . To find out more about how we use cookies, please see our Cookie Guide. 'He would do the reading. Take her to ballet, to netball. He loved it. I don't know how parents cope with young children when they're both working,' she said. 'Invariably someone's just earning money to pay for childcare, so we were very blessed for Paul to bring her up through her school years.' Arguably going out at her peak, McGranger is nominated for both a Silver and Gold Logie at this year's 65th TV Week Logie Awards held on August 3. Leave your personal message to Irene at
West Australian
16-07-2025
- Business
- West Australian
Emirates is set to cut one of its daily flights between Perth and Dubai
Emirates is cutting flights between Perth and Dubai, suspending one of its two daily services from late October. The early morning flight, which only recommenced in December 2024 after being scrapped in 2019, will stop operating from October 26, 2025. 'As part of our adjustment to the winter 2025 schedule, our second daily flight between Dubai and Perth (EK424/425) will be suspended from 26 October 2025,' an Emirates spokesperson told PerthNow. The move comes less than a year after the service was brought back, and is expected to remove about 2000 seats a week from the route, a change that is tipped to lead to higher airfares. 'The decision follows a periodic operational review to optimise aircraft fleet utilisation and support our broader operations across Australia,' the spokesperson said. 'Emirates is committed to serving our customers, and those impacted will be booked on our other daily flight between Dubai and Perth (EK420/421), which will continue to operate as scheduled with an Airbus A380.' Travellers booked on the discontinued flight have been notified and booked on other services.
