Last week the City of Armadale hosted the first of its two town hall meetings to address growing discontent about the deteriorating state of the Kelmscott town centre
“Our much-loved town is looking very tired and run down,” Mayor Ruth Butterfield began
The meeting touched on a few key issues: the blight of persistently vacant buildings along the highway; homelessness; and maintenance of the streetscape
But it was clear from the outset that there were two different agendas from those in the room at the John Dunn pavilion last Wednesday
Deputy Mayor and other City of Armadale representatives were hoping the event would be about “information sharing”: a chance to dispel some misplaced beliefs about who is responsible and what power the city has to act; and a way for them to listen to the community’s grievances and understand how to advocate more effectively
But for those in the community who expected to hear solutions to these ongoing problems
they clearly left more frustrated than they arrived
But all I got out of it … is that council can’t do anything about anything and it’s all over,” one person vented
the city has no power to force private landowners to clean up their vacant buildings (unless they pose a safety hazard)
Sizzlers and the TAB building could continue to remain a sorry reminder of times gone by for as long as their owners desire
“There’s no obligation on the owners to build anything on the land
A lot of these buildings have perhaps been in people’s families for a long time – they own them outright
so they’re not under mortgage or loan pressure,” Mayor Butterfield said
addressing the number of vacant shops in the two Kelmscott shopping centres added: “Coles and Woolies are supporting whole empty centres with their rent”
When someone asked if the City of Armadale could take a leaf out of the City of Gosnells’ book and purchase one of these vacant sites to turn into something of use
the mayor explained that doing so would be prohibitively expensive
“Gosnells has purchased a small piece of land as a catalyst to amalgamate land and get development moving
“It would be great if we won some sort of lottery and we could go and cherry pick sites to redevelop
“For the increase in rates [buying a site] would mean for everyone in the City of Armadale
I think you could turn a blind eye and drive through the area and not have your rates double.”
Another mood killer was the revelation that the City of Armadale has no power to object to a development proposal if it fits within a long list of permissible uses within the planning framework
“If the owners of the land say ‘we have a business case that shows we can make a profit by building another service station’
then the City of Armadale has no right to knock it back,” Mayor Butterfield said
“And that’s unfortunately town planning for you.”
That point became relevant later in the evening when it was revealed that in 2023 the Western Australian Planning Commission approved a development application to build another service station on the old Coventrys site
They’re currently waiting for a connection to Western Power at the level needed for the site,” Mayor Butterfield said
the scars of the old Caltex site will remain in full view for at least the next year and a half while the site is remediated
gases are being released from the underground tanks
But CEO Joanne Abbiss added that one condition the City of Armadale was able to include in the old Coventrys site approval was for some green landscaping around the perimeter of the new service station
the City of Armadale has ensured that Dan Murphy’s will plant out a ratio of its car park after its application to reinstate a drive-through was approved
increasing greenery along the concrete gauntlet of the Albany Highway was a point raised multiple times during the meeting
new road safety rules prevent the council from planting tall verge trees within a 6.5 metre buffer of the Albany Highway
But Deputy Mayor John Keogh explained that the city was looking into increasing its landscaping budget for the area in the upcoming budget
“Another thing we are looking at is purchasing or leasing back car bays to put trees in,” Mayor Butterfield said
A glimmer of hope came from Member for Armadale Tony Buti who explained that the state government has been in “very positive discussions” with a potential tenant for the old station master’s house
“I think you’ll be happy with the people who are moving in
But I can’t tell you more than that,” he said
will soon enough be used to build new homes
But the mood turned sour again when the issue of homelessness was brought up
Deputy Mayor John Keogh explained that the state government
are primarily responsible for addressing homelessness and the related conflicts that are arising
He explained that the city’s strategy is to be “kind and compassionate” in the first instance and put people in touch with services who might be able to assist them
He said the city’s rangers do not have the power to forcibly move people on when there are instances of anti-social behaviour
but that the city had recently “gone through the legal route” and issued prohibition notices for some people who have been causing issues at Rushton Park
“The issue is that no accommodation has been offered to the people at Rushton Park
because there is nowhere,” Mayor Butterfield said
But this explanation only fuelled the anger of those in the room who explained they had compassion for rough sleepers
but were sick of foul language in front of children
massive camps taking over huge areas of parkland
and threats and off-leash dogs directed at locals who come near
Mayor Butterfield said all local governments were experiencing the same issues – it wasn’t isolated to the City of Armadale
“It’s very disappointing to come here and have you have an expectation that we are going to fix everything
But the law doesn’t afford us much,” she said
“Being homeless is not a crime…If there’s no crime being committed then the police won’t come… And we can’t force people to be respectful.”
Deputy Mayor Keogh said the city was doing what it could and had met with the owners of the vacant TAB building to encourage them to move the people on from that space
“But I appreciate there is a lot of resentment in the room.”
The scheduled one-hour meeting was wrapped up at the two-hour mark with a concession from those who had called on the city to meet with the community about the issues
“I think it’s fair to say that nobody walked away with confidence that council can fix all our issues,” Chris Kirkby said
this is because in most cases they can’t
But he said he was buoyed by the number of like-minded and impassioned locals who attended and participated
was grateful that the City of Armadale and Tony Buti met with them
and agreed to support the community as they continue the fight to revive Kelmscott
He also said he now had a better understanding of who to target in any future campaigns
and I believe that would be a key takeaway for them,” he said
I thank them for their time and effort and look forward to some exciting community campaigns in the future.”
The second (fully booked) meeting will be held this Sunday
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A 16-year-old boy is in an induced coma after being stabbed in the stomach during an altercation between a group of teenagers in Kelmscott on Friday afternoon
A 16-year-old boy is in an induced coma after being stabbed during an altercation.Credit: Police Media
WA Police released photos of two people they believe may be able to assist with their investigation into the incident that occurred on Ravenscroft Way near Regina Drive
They said a fight broke out between approximately six youths at around 3pm
“Two of the group were last seen running towards Westfield Road
both armed with knives,” a police spokesperson said
A 16-year-old boy was stabbed in the stomach during the altercation that has left him in a critical condition in an induced coma at Royal Perth Hospital
CCTV images captured two people believed to have been involved in a stabbing incident in Kelmscott on Friday.Credit: Police Media
His spleen has been removed and he will require further surgery
Police are now seeking help with identifying two people they believe may be able to assist with their investigation
and wearing a black t-shirt with a white motif
The second male is described as light skinned
or who has any information relating to this incident
or mobile vision of the above area taken between 2.25pm and 3.30pm
to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via www.crimestopperswa.com.au
\\u201CTwo of the group were last seen running towards Westfield Road
both armed with knives,\\u201D a police spokesperson said
A Kelmscott tradie who won $2.5 million in Saturday Lotto’s Superdraw plans to use his winnings to purchase his family home
The winning Slikpik 30 was bought from Busy Bee Lottery Kiosk in Kelmscott
one of two Division One wins from WA in Saturday’s Superdraw
The man in his 50s said his rental property was recently put on the market
“It’s the only house my son has ever known and while it’s just a basic three-bedroom house
The winner said he planned to keep working and would top up his superannuation
but I always get them from Busy Bee,” he said
Lotterywest spokesperson Zoe Wender said owning a home was part of the Australian dream
“Winning Lotto is a life-changing experience
and we’re thrilled to hear that one of our winners can make his home ownership dream come true,” she said
“Tickets sales from this Superdraw also raised $2.9 million for the WA community.”
Last year a $35,000 Lotterywest grant supported the City of Armadale to host a range of events to increase participation and connection within the Armadale community
The year 2024 is an auspicious one for the dedicated group of hard-working volunteers who make up the Kelmscott Agricultural Society
This year marks the 125th Kelmscott Agricultural Show (KAS) – a feat worthy of celebration
especially considering the community came within a whisker of losing the show forever at one point
The Examiner met with KAS councillor and life member Kim Fletcher – one of the foremost historical minds in the region – to reflect on the heritage of the community’s longest running event
The Kelmscott Farmers’ and Fruit Growers’ Society’s very first annual show was held in the heat of Summer on Wednesday
The focus was on displaying the bounty of fruits
vegetables and flowers from growers in Kelmscott
with no animals except poultry shown at the inaugural event
Livestock was introduced the very next year
First prize for the best collection of fruits was a whopping ten shillings
which was a third of the average weekly wage
The day didn’t end with the going down of the sun; a dinner
concert and ball capped off the inaugural event and began a tradition that lasted many decades
A special train filled with showgoers from Perth would make the journey out for the show each year
“To allow people to have their fun at the ball and the concert
it would leave to return to Perth at 3am,” Mr Fletcher said
two shows were held each year – one in February and one in October – with venues alternating between Armadale and Kelmscott
The October show would attract stiff competition for vegetables
One year the Cross family entered over 100 different fruits and vegetables
While the summer event would showcase grapes and wine
the February show was dropped from 1912 onwards
But Armadale continued to have a strong viticultural industry until the 50s
The first winery was founded just before the turn of the century by Martin Jull and Mitchell Stewart on 212 acres of the Narrogin Estate
When Jull later bought out Stewart’s interest in the vineyard
he changed the name of it to ‘Derry Na Sura’ – Gaelic for ‘valley of the vine’
This area later became known as Mount Nasura
who was the first practising female GP in Perth
cultivated exotic breeds of fowl which she regularly showed at the Kelmscott show
By 1903 there was also a second prominent vineyard called ‘Richon Vineyards’ – one guess where that was located
the Upper Darling Range Railway was extended to Canning Mills and Karragullen allowing some of that area’s producers to attend the show via a circuitous route through Midland Junction and Perth; the roads down the hill were still a little too vicarious for many to traverse
In 1914 government subsidies to run agricultural shows were withdrawn due to the nation’s war efforts
the Kelmscott Agricultural Society persevered under the mantra that ‘the show must go on’
leading show patron Vernon Hammersley MLC to announce in his opening address that he was “proud to be the patron of a real live society”
The show was often opened by notable dignitaries
who toasted the show’s success at an official luncheon
who was said to have had a passion for visiting Kelmscott
opened the show in 1928,” Mr Fletcher said
“In his address he declared: ‘the people of today live in a brighter world than their predecessors’
the following year the depression hit and it issued in the end of the Kelmscott Show.”
The show was simply not attracting enough visitors and in 1930 the KAS went into recess
Each year the committee would meet to discuss if the show would be viable that year and each year it was decided not to proceed
a decision was made to terminate the Kelmscott Agricultural Society
the society gave over all of their tables to the hall committee
Thankfully that isn’t the end of this story
Two local champions emerged – Stan Roberts and Lloyd Hughes – who threw their energy into reviving the show in 1938
just as war was breaking out on the other side of the world
Stan Roberts had the largest loquat orchard in Australia at the time
and a very young Lloyd Hughes was instrumental in establishing the Byford Show in 1926
driven by the enthusiasm of this enterprising pair
For several years they were branded as ‘victory shows’ when it looked as if the war was turning in the allies’ favour
and printed programs were splendidly patriotic in red
livestock were not shown in those early revival years
and Mr Fletcher distinctly remembers his parents having a preference for the Byford Show at the time because of their animal events and vantage point from their grandstand
“But one of the draw cards at the Kelmscott Show during those years was the Armadale Women’s Emergency Corps which my mum and dad were instrumental in setting up,” he said
who were trained with an array of specialist skills in the event of a war emergency on our shores
first aid and stretcher bearing skills at the show
“I used to think they were fantastic – I was quite young of course
so I was thought of as their mascot,” Mr Fletcher said
“My earliest memories of the show are from the 1940s
I had to have a new monkey on a string – the one I had was worn to the point it was nothing more than a bit of string with some fluff attached.”
And the sideshow consisted of games of skittles
“You’d win plaster of paris moulds of kookaburras and other animals.”
a new feature was introduced – district displays
There were three districts in total: Armadale/Bedfordale/Byford; Kelmscott; Roleystone/Karragullen
“Each district had a committee to organise the primary produce and locally-manufactured items to go in these incredibly professional and elaborate displays,” Mr Fletcher said
“But in the early 50s Gosnells was invited to enter
A special pavilion was built to house the four displays from each district
50s and 60s also brought new opportunities for girls and women to participate
and the Miss Kelmscott Show contest – the winner was paraded around on the back of a lorry in a bathing suit
Mr Fletcher said that while much has changed over the many decades the show has been a hallmark of the local calendar
it still retains that distinctly country feel
“It is still very much a community show,” he said
The 125th Kelmscott Agricultural Show will run at Rushton Park next week from October 18 to 19
The state government is planning on giving the old station master’s house in Kelmscott a new lease on life … again
This is the government’s second attempt to zhuzh up this significant piece of local history in an effort to attract a commercial tenant
The house is a rare example of Federation-style railway architecture
serves as a potent symbol of the region’s growth as a main hub along the road to Albany
and is the last remaining building from the original Kelmscott Station
The Kelmscott Railway Station was opened in 1893
but it was another five years until it was determined a residence to house the station master was needed; the role of a station master included selling tickets
being on the platform constantly during the hours of business for the arrival and departure of trains
ensuring train stops were as short as possible
and maintaining the appearance of the railway precinct itself
A tender for the Kelmscott and Armadale (S.W.R) Station Master’s Houses was advertised by the State Railway Department on 24 February 1898
and the Kelmscott contract was awarded to J.H
with Mr T L Warner becoming the first station master to occupy the dwelling
The last station master for the Kelmscott Railway Station was Robert (Ted) Cox
when the position was abolished by the Western Australian government
the original Kelmscott railway station buildings were demolished to make way for a new bus and rail transfer station
and further road widening and redevelopment of the Albany Highway at this time resulted in the demolition of several heritage buildings nearby
the station master’s house was repurposed as an office space and occupied by Network Realty for some time before it was briefly used as an op shop and office space by Leprosy Mission Australia which operated on a peppercorn lease arranged by the PTA
the building was boarded up in 2014 by the state government and has since sat vacant
Public Transport Authority spokesperson David Hynes said the department made the decision to board up the building to discourage anti-social activity
damage and to prevent unauthorised parking
the state government announced the building would be partly refurbished and the surrounding grounds redeveloped as a new station plaza
as part of the Denny Avenue level crossing removal
“This work included replacement of the roof
windows and ceilings; reconfiguration of verandahs; removal of out-of-character cabinetry
air conditioning and electrical systems; and groundworks to remove soil build-up away from the buildings edge,” City of Armadale officers said
This refurbishment was done in an attempt to “review” the types of businesses
“which may potentially operate from the premises following completion of the project”
But there were no takers when the government called for commercial expressions of interest to lease the station master’s house in February 2022
“I believe there was talk that it could be turned into a café – but that would have required a lot of work to install a kitchen and restroom
and all the other equipment needed to make it functional for that use,” Community Heritage Advisory Group (CHAG) member Terry Holton said
The government has since gone back to the drawing board
and has now brought a development application to install security screens to the windows and verandahs
with “decorative” timber balustrades to fill in the bottom half of the verandah screens
They also intend to install a demountable universal access toilet attached to the north of the building with services and bin storage being located behind an additional structure which screens them from public view
The plans involve adding a wheelchair accessible ramp to the station-facing front door
with edge barriers made from “reclaimed red bricks”
All of the additions are removable/reversible
“The overall intent of the works is to provide security upgrades and compliance works
to ensure the building meets universal access requirements,” the DA reads
“The proposed security screens to the verandah and windows are required to address current vandalism and antisocial behaviour that impacts the building’s ability to be rented out to a tenant.”
Terry Holton said the CHAG were “very pleased” at the prospect of the station master’s house having a purpose again
who has been instrumental in protecting some of Kelmscott’s architectural heritage on River Road
said the station master’s residence was “unique in many respects”
“What they’re doing is a reasonable approach to restore the building for use,” he said
Mr Holton said he himself would have seriously considered running his architecture firm from the building
But the City of Armadale raised issues with some of the details in the plans; while they have advocated for many years for the building to be restored for commercial use
they also are cautious that the building’s architectural heritage be treated with sensitivity
“I think you have to be realistic – there’s been a lot of vandalism and vagrancy there,” he said
“Everything they’re planning to do is reversible
And I think it will be of benefit to the community.”
But the CoA was not a fan of the timber balustrade
“The built form of Federation housing was marked by iconic basic verandah with minimal decoration,” officers said
it is recommended that the security elements be reconsidered to better align them with period architecture.”
They also recommended that any works to block the fireplaces be invisible to the naked eye
“It is recommended that the mantels and an open firebox structure be retained by sealing using a throat damper and sympathetically capping the chimney,” officers said
They were also against plans to board up the windows on the old ‘wood storage’ outbuilding
instead in favour of using the same wire mesh screens intended for the main house
And they wanted to make sure that any privacy screening of the new toilet be constructed out of native timber slats
on an idyllic plot formerly used as a vineyard by the Dagostino family
lies a place dedicated to sharing the path to internal peace
The Cambodian Buddhist Society of Western Australia purchased the property on Scott Road in 2008
with the mission of creating a monastery which more wholly aligned with the Buddha’s teachings
There was always an intention to open their doors to the wider community
welcoming people of all beliefs to come and meditate and learn the benefits of mindfulness
But the local community was cautious at first
and it took six years for the monastery to even gain planning approval
explained how a majority of their neighbours were won over when the monastery opened their doors to and fed people in need in the aftermath of the Kelmscott/Roleystone bushfires
Tholla said Cambodians were grateful to Australia for its role in helping establish a free general election in Cambodia in 1993
and their continued support to rebuild the country after the wars
“Many thousands of Cambodians have been resettled here and are very happy to call Australia home,” she said
“We are grateful to the Australian community for embracing us into their community with love and compassion
we knew we wanted to be engaged with the wider community
we are based on two principles here: gratitude to Buddha and to Australia.”
The monastery hosts regular free meditation sessions for anyone wishing to participate
it established its senior friendship group – which creates a space for people to learn about mindfulness and meditation
and share their life experiences without judgment
Wendy Mahoney has been a member of the group since the very beginning
after picking up a pamphlet in her local RSL
“I didn’t know what to expect when I first rocked up,” she said
“But I enjoyed listening to the monks talk and sharing with like-minded people
“Now when I tell people I’m part of a Buddhist community I get funny looks
“But we don’t run around like monks or anything
the biggest benefit is the camaraderie and friendship I’ve found here.”
the Monday sessions at the monastery help her to approach her life with a more zen-like energy
“I’m sure everybody takes something away with them
I carry peacefulness out of here with me and try to extend it as long as I can,” she said
“But before long I’m drawn back in to the hustle and bustle of suburbia
and find myself snapping at my husband when he annoys me
“And then it’s Monday again and that calmness starts to come back to me on the drive up
Judy Emmanuel has been part of the group for five years and feels the same
“It has helped me in my daily life to be more considerate and to think about things from another person’s perspective
“It’s a way of life – it’s not about religion being shoved down your throat
“We now come pretty well every night to meditate
her first encounter with Buddhism left an indelible impression
“When my children were little and I was feeling overwhelmed
a friend invited me to meditate and it was exactly what I needed,” she said
“I connected with everything the monk was saying
and it’s become the benchmark of how I live my life
“It uplifts me – I feel as if I’m a better person
The senior friendship group is free to attend and meets from 10am to 2pm each Monday
From 10.30am the group offers alms (food) to the monks in residence
before participating in a meditation and shared lunch
The afternoon is usually spent cleaning and chatting
Anyone interested in participating can show up in person on the day, or is welcome to send an email to Tholla at cbswa56@gmail.com for more information
There are also a number of special festivals each year in which the community is welcome to attend. The next one is Meak Bochea, this Sunday from 10am at 56 Scott Road, Kelmscott. More information can be found at https://thecbswa.org/
Former Labor MP Barry Urban is fighting for his life in hospital after a brutal attack at a Kelmscott tyre business on Tuesday
A 25-year-old was arrested after allegedly assaulting Mr Urban
who is the manager of the business on Gillam Drive
Armadale Detectives said the man drove his vehicle to the tyre business just before 8am on Tuesday where he got into a heated argument with Mr Urban
causing him to fall to the ground unconscious
Media are reporting the man then allegedly kicked Mr Urban while he was on the ground before taking off
a 19-year-old colleague tried to come to the aid of Mr Urban
but just missed being run over by the accused as he was fleeing the scene
was taken to hospital with serious head injuries and remains in an induced coma
The 25-year-old man from Seville Grove has been charged with grievous bodily harm
He was due to appear before the Armadale Magistrates Court yesterday
Mr Urban was released from jail last year after serving 18 months of a three-year sentence for forging records and lying to state parliament
He had been working at the tyre shop since his release
Armadale Police are investigating a stealing and trespass incident on Mirfield Street
a man was seen acting suspiciously outside a residential address and removed a black eScooter from the front porch
Police believe the man approached several other properties in the area around the same time
The man is described as aged between 30 to 40-years-old
was shirtless and wore dark trousers and blue trainers with white soles
Police urge anyone who may have any information relating to this incident, or knows the identity of the person involved, to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or make a report online via https://www.crimestopperswa.com.au
Two Kelmscott locals have been charged after a home invasion and battery on Clarence Road on Monday night
a 31-year-old man and 32-year-old woman entered a home on Clarence Road
a fight then broke out between the two and an 18-year-old man
The argument escalated with the man and woman allegedly assaulting the 18-year-old victim
who was taken to hospital for medical treatment
Armadale Detectives have charged the 31-year-old Kelmscott man with: one count of Aggravated Home Burglary and Commit; One count of Assault Occasioning Bodily Harm; and two counts of Impeded Another Person’s Normal Breathing or Blood Circulation by Applying Pressure to Neck
He was due to appear before the Armadale Magistrates Court on Tuesday
The 32-year-old Kelmscott woman is due to appear before the Armadale Magistrates Court on 15 May 2025
charged with: one count of Aggravated Home Burglary and Commit; and one count of Common Assault
The Kelmscott Busway will be closed while the Public Transport Authority renews the pedestrian and vehicle level crossings at Kelmscott Station at the end of this month
The 24-hour crossing renewal works require the busway to be closed for the duration of the works from 10pm Friday 29 November to 5am Monday 2 December
A section of Streich Ave will be closed to allow for bus services to operate
and Route 907 will operate from Railway Avenue
Traffic management and detours will be in place and pedestrians will be diverted to a temporary path as per the below image
Equipment used will include construction vehicles
PTA has said that while every effort will be made to minimise noise
For more information or to raise concerns, please email info@metronet.wa.gov.au or contact the 24/7 Infoline on (08) 9326 3666
For forty years Adrian Loos has supplied the soundtrack to people’s lives from his eclectic Kelmscott music store
His shop persevered through each cataclysmic revolution in the music industry in large part due to his business savvy
but also because he offered the kind of old-school customer service that is becoming as rare as the obscure albums he tenaciously hunted down for his customers
And they paid back his effort and kindness in undying loyalty
That community is now mourning the loss of ‘the music man’
after his sudden passing last Tuesday morning
He dedicated his life to that shop and to music,” Stargate lotto kiosk owner and friend Effie said
There’s been a relentless stream of customers travelling from all parts of Perth to pay their respects since
and the condolence book out the front of Abbott’s Music Centre is rapidly running out of blank pages – a poignant indicator of the impact both Adrian and his life’s work had on people
“This industry is all about memories – when people come looking for something it’s always about a memory
And he would go the extra mile for them,” Tony Kelly
“It gave us a lot of pleasure to find something someone really wanted
“And as far as I know he had no plans to retire – he just loved what he was doing.”
Adrian Loos was one of those rare people who got to live out his life’s dream
he was fortunate to be surrounded by new release records and cutting-edge technology
“My dad worked for a company called Lewis Browns & Company… so our house had the latest radiogram and all the latest releases of LPs
I was brought up in that music scene from a very young age
that was my interest,” he said in an interview for the Birtwistle Local Studies Library in 2018
His early years were punctuated by the sounds of Bill Haley
we formed a club called the Merrymakers and this club used to have dances and parties once a month at different houses
They used to call me the record man because I had all the records – they were the good old days,” he said
shortly after Ceylon became the republic of Sri Lanka
Adrian migrated to Perth to join his family
He began work at Elders Metals in Kewdale where his general likeability put him in good stead with the storemen and the truckies after he was made warehouse manager
He stayed at Elders for 12 years until he saw a record shop going cheap in Kelmscott
“I said: ‘look at this record shop – this is what I want to do’… I was determined to do it,” he said
but agreed to go guarantor on his new venture
Adrian became the proud owner of Abbotts Music Centre – purveyor of new and used vinyl and cassettes – at Kelmscott Village in November 1984
He stayed there for 24 years until his move to Stargate Shopping Centre
Adrian also had four other stores which were mostly run by family members: in Gosnells
it wasn’t long into the venture that CDs first made their appearance at Abbotts
The first two titles he stocked on CD were a re-release of Billy Joel’s 52nd Street and Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon
“And I remember when Dire Straits brought out Brothers In Arms; there was a big campaign on tv
and the stocks arrived before the day of the actual release,” he said
“When I came into work on Monday there was a queue of people outside the shop
so I opened up and we were selling the Brothers in Arms CDs out of the boxes…it was unbelievable.”
Adrian quickly found a niche in hunting down and importing titles that record companies hadn’t released on CD in Australia
which put him in good stead when the big chain stores took hold
“People have found over the years that we can get a lot of stuff others can’t
The big boys like JB and Sanity – they’re not interested in doing the hard work and finding CDs for people,” he said
Abbotts Music was one of the independent stores at the centre of the nation’s music charts
“We used to break the albums first; it was us that got the albums on the charts,” he said
the record companies used to look after us really well
“We used to get lots of samples and … whenever international artists came to Perth we used to get invited to a meet and greet
“I remember I was invited one afternoon to meet Billy Joel as he was setting up for his sound check
he was a really nice guy and he would remember my name
Adrian was inconsolable the day news broke that Tina Turner had died
In the nineties and the naughties – before digital downloads and streaming services delivered a near-fatal blow to record stores – teenagers used to flock to Abbotts after school to listen to the latest singles and compilation CDs with headphones and take a turn at the racing car game
Adrian also used to donate a gift voucher each week to Kelmscott High for students to win
And local bands would stock their CDs at Abbotts
and on Saturdays they’d drum up hype through in-store signings
He’s since pivoted his business to cater to mature listeners
stocking celebrated Irish musicians like Daniel O’Donnell
and using his sixth sense to introduce discerning customers to their new favourite artist
Adrian also cultivated a following through retired newsreader Peter Waltham when he started a regular program at Curtin radio
The pair struck up a sponsorship deal with Waltham playing a feature album supplied by Abbotts each day on his show
and listeners often calling up after to purchase a copy for themselves
When 78 Records closed down in 2019 after 48 years
Abbotts and Mills Records in Fremantle became the last two independent record relicts in Perth
No decisions have been made yet about the future of Abbotts
But Tony said he’s happy to keep it going until there is more clarity
He sees it as a duty to the legacy of his mate
“He was a good friend – there was never a feeling that he was the boss
And it would be a shame to see it go – it’s still a viable business,” he said
but his memory will be carried on by those he inspired with his passion and the many people who loved him
the Bulldogs took on the Hawks in a bruiser
Everyone knew it was going to be a tough game and several Gosnells players took the opportunity to impose their force on the younger Kelmscott side
The first quarter looked hopeful for the Hawks as they managed to get past the Bulldogs’ defence and get on the score board
The Bulldogs missed several scoring opportunities and only led by three goals at the half time break
But that’s where the Bulldogs turned it up
Kelmscott’s ‘best on ground’ midfielder Britlee Eades launched the ball into the forward line where Captain Louise Knitter kicked three
alongside an outstanding six goals by team mate Summer Yarran
Young WAFL talent Tyla Fitzgerald kicked one before coming off from a rough tackle
Gosnells 2.1 (13) was left behind by Kelmscott 13.7 (85)
Kelmscott limped into the game with a side lacking much of its usual talent
And Lynwood Ferndale took full opportunity to capitalise
it was nail-biting for the whole four periods
Much to the frustration of Kelmscott coach Shannon Collard
the Lynwood players found gaps in the lines and moved the ball out of their backline and relentlessly hounded the Kelmscott back six
Corey Hansen and Liam Hansen did well to fend of the attacks as midfield jet Nixon Hamlet lifted the game around him with second and third efforts
full forward Rodney Jetta relived highlights from older days by climbing onto the shoulders of his opposition in front of an awestruck crowd
as his team mate Callum Collard kicked two
Lynwood Ferndale 3.7 (25) lost to Kelmscott 4.11 (35)
The reserves celebrated with another triumphant win
controlling the football for the majority of three quarters
Daniel Schloss stood out in his mid-field role
Lynwood 3.4 (22) lost to Kelmscott 6.6 (42)
the men’s field umpire Jason Trowbridge will celebrate his 150th Club Umpire Game to the praise of the club and players
Finals have arrived as the Kelmscott Bulldogs finished the season in third spot after a win against Kingsway for the ‘Keith Cornthwaite Check your Health and Heart’ Memorial Match
Kelmscott took to the goals early with Fraser Kicket Jnr
Lee Quokka Maas and Peter Christoff kicking one each
but the Roos gave it everything and kicked three
Old war horse Warren Gregson got up and about and snapped one off his boot in full forward
finishing up second in the association’s goal-kicking tally
Kingsway 5.6 (36) just points from Kelmscott’s 6.3 (39) in a brilliant finish for the season ahead of finals
It was always going to be a tough game for the young Kelmscott Colts team to play
with Noranda’s experienced front running side
Despite Noranda jumping early on the score board
the Bulldogs didn’t drop their heads and dug in
The backline gave as good as they were getting and had to work hard to clear the ball out
Life Member and team trainer Ryan Butcher said the inaugural side will find their form
they are young and still establishing against some of the older teams
But they are a real credit for their first year
Noranda 21.16 (142) Beat Kelmscott 2.4 (16)
Kelmscott will celebrate their ‘Past players
officials and supporters day’ in memory of Glenn Johnston
Reserves at 12:30 and League at 2:30 against Forrestfield
Colts will head up the hill against Roleystone at 11:15am
and Kelmscott Integrated All Abilities will host the Elimination Final V Coolbinia at Gwynne Park
The first official weekend of Summer proved challenging for emergency services workers who were kept busy at a number of incidents in the City of Armadale
A young Kelmscott family tragically lost their house and all their possessions on Saturday
The fire at a house on Tollington Park Rd was started by an electrical fault
Multiple calls were made to triple zero by neighbours just after 5pm as flames and plumes of smoke billowed from the house
The fire also began spreading to neighbouring houses
Thirteen fire crews arrived and the fire was contained by 6pm
and there was minor damage to four surrounding properties
Two people were treated for smoke inhalation
The young couple and their four-year-old daughter had only just finished a big grocery shop
and bought the last of their Christmas presents – but that was all lost in the fire
There has been a huge outpouring of support from the local community
and toys to help the family while they organise accommodation
An online fundraiser – House fire ruined Christmas by Tammie Robartson – has also been started to help the family back on their feet
Just as emergency services were finishing with that tragedy
a silver Mitsubishi Lancer sedan and a red Kawasaki motorcycle collided at the intersection of Church Street and River Road in Kelmscott
The 20-year-old male driver of the Lancer was uninjured
But he 14-year-old male rider and 14-year-old male pillion passenger of the Kawasaki were treated at Royal Perth Hospital for minor injuries
Three hours later and three kilometres up the road another prang at the intersection of Clarence and Owtram Roads sent two cars hurtling into neighbouring houses
a 2021 white MG3 hatchback and a white 2007 Holden Viva hatchback collided
The impact of the crash caused the MG3 to smash into a home on Clarence Road
The Holden Viva also collided with a home on Clarence Road
causing damage to two other vehicles and a garage door
A 26-year-old man was issued a traffic infringement for failing to give way
on Tuesday morning a young woman lost her life in a crash in Karragullen
Footy is back with many of the local clubs participating in scratch matches and training ahead of the Perth Football League (PFL) launch on April 5
the PFL boasted about the growth of youth in the competition and its aspirations of launching a Women’s Colts League in the coming year
On Friday night some of the local Men’s Colts talent from the Kelmscott Bulldogs took a squad of over 30 players down to Baldivis for an early season hit-out
The Bulldogs were quite dominant from the first bounce with some very good passages of play and link ups out of the centre
Kelmscott midfield Isaiah Dimer and Terry Patrick and Dean Pankhurst were dominant
The quick and skillful ball movement of the Kelmscott players created great overlap directing the ball to the forwards
The Bulldogs Colts team displayed committed tackling and defensive pressure that closed down any advances by Baldivis
Baldivis 3.2 (20) were defeated by Kelmscott 12.19 (91)
Noah Soper was presented with the best on ground metal after he scored 6 goals
Forrestdale and Lynwood local football clubs will send their best and most deserving men’s players to next Sunday’s Pre-Season Cup
Forrestdale and Lynwood will all proudly field a men’s team in a round robin competition
Proudly sponsored by local Burt Minister Matt Keogh
the public event will provide an opportunity to showcase the great talent in the south-east area
with many players committing early in the preseason to try for a spot on a team
Event organiser Shannon Collard and the contributing clubs are intending for this to be an annual fixtured event to the pre-season
Roleystone Theatre has come out all guns blazing for its first major production in 2025
tackling a Tony Award-winning musical from one of Broadway’s all-time greats
often regarded as Sondheim’s hidden gem
transcends the boundaries of traditional musical theatre
While Sondheim is celebrated for classics like ‘Into the Woods’ and ‘Sweeney Todd’
Assassins stands out as a uniquely compelling exploration of the American experience
The show delves into the lives of real historical figures—people who had genuine hopes and dreams but
feeling failed by the promises of the American Dream
turned to desperate acts in an effort to leave their mark on history
As composer Stephen Sondheim wrote in the show: “Someone tell the story
Every now and then the country goes a little wrong”
combined with the show’s powerful narrative
serve as a stark reminder that those who don’t learn from history are doomed to repeat it
Fresh off the back of winning Best Director and Best Play at the 2024 Finley Awards
Kelmscott local Chris Alvaro has taken on the whacking great task of directing Assassins
“The experience of tackling this complex musical has been mammoth
but the incredible talent within this cast and creative team has made it possible and worth it,” he said
“Some of Perth’s best are bringing this production to life
showcasing outstanding local talent like Sonja Reynolds
“This is proven in the performances we’re seeing—chills
and genuine show-stopping moments that will stay with you long after the curtain falls.”
He said the time was ripe for a reproduction of Assassins
in light of the current political climate in the US
“In a time of political and social reflection
proving Sondheim’s genius in creating works that entertain
the show doesn’t take itself too seriously however
“The sharp wit and humour balance the darker elements making it heartfelt
thought-provoking and laugh-out-loud funny
“This production demonstrates that theatre is not just about entertainment but about storytelling that challenges us to evaluate ourselves and the world we live in.”
Assassins plays from February 28 to March 15 at the Roleystone Theatre
Tickets can be purchased online at https://events.humanitix.com/assassins
A huge crowd turned out to John Dunn on Sunday to witness Ryan Prosser’s magical milestone
After 30 years of playing for the Kelmscott Baseball Club
Ryan hit it out of the park for his 500th game
becoming the first Bulldog to ever achieve this
Ryan played pee-wee baseball and U15s baseball for Gosnells
acting as bat boy when his dad and uncle started the Kelmscott Baseball Club in 1990
His first occasion wearing the blue and white came in 1995
Mick and Dave and his cousins Jason and Adam
Ryan was a middle infielder/pitcher and leadoff batter
Ryan was quick on his feet and ran all day,” the club said
that the runners wouldn’t hear him coming from behind for a pickoff
Ryan’s pickoffs while pitching were as quick as a snake’s strike
Ryan has played in three premiership-winning sides
One of his best memories was taking out back-to-back titles in 2012 and 2013 with a team he also coached
But his proudest memory came in 2019 when he took to the field for the first time alongside his son
but I got to pitch to my son so that was pretty special,” he said
“And I got to share a nice cold beverage after the game with mates.”
“It really was a proud moment,” Kellie said
At one point I looked up into the balcony and honestly
I haven’t seen the club that full for a long time.”
And the man of the hour did not disappoint
giving up only 10 hits and eight runs over seven innings
Kelmscott recorded a walk-off victory against Rockingham
After 30 years stepping up to the plate for Kelmscott
Ryan said he has no intention of stopping now
And I’ll probably keep playing until the body shuts down on me,” he said
RSPCA WA will be in Kelmscott on Monday 24 February offering free advice and supplies to pet owners who may be struggling with the costs of caring for their pets
The Community Action Day will take place at Creyk Park Pavilion
RSPCA WA staff and volunteers will be on hand to perform health checks and microchipping for dogs
give out flea and worming treatments for cats and dogs
Pet owners are also encouraged to chat to our friendly staff about dog training tips and other queries
RSPCA WA Executive Manager Animal and Enforcement Operations Hannah Dreaver said more and more pet owners were asking for help amidst the cost-of-living and housing crises
“The City of Armadale was in fifth spot for local government areas with the highest animal cruelty reports in the 2023-24 financial year,” she said
“While the LGA improved on the previous financial year’s report by seven per cent
“Nearly a third of requests from people looking to surrender their animals last year related to cost-of-living and housing issues
“It’s hoped this support will ease some pressure on family budgets and help stop small health problems for pets from becoming big and expensive ones
“We want to keep much-loved pets together with their owners wherever possible
If you could benefit from a little help with your animals
please come along and take advantage of this free support.”
vaccinated dogs and puppies along to the event on leash
If your puppy has not had all its vaccinations yet
you will need to carry the puppy at all times
RSPCA WA inspectors and an RSPCA WA dog trainer will be on hand to answer questions and City of Armadale rangers will be promoting responsible pet ownership
Health checks will be conducted by vet staff and students from South Metropolitan TAFE
Pet owners who would like to attend are asked to register at www.rspcawa.org.au/Event/community-action-day-kelmscott3
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A copy of The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer produced by the esteemed Kelmscott Press in 1896 has been sold by RR Auction for $68,750
is one of just 425 copies on handmade paper out of a total edition of 438
is bound in its original quarter linen with blue paper boards and housed in a custom-made clamshell case
Founded in 1891 by William Morris and Emery Walker, the Kelmscott Press aimed to replicate the elegance of 15th-century printing and played a pivotal role in the contemporary fine press movement
emphasizing craftsmanship and design in bookmaking
the Kelmscott Chaucer is often celebrated as one of the most beautiful printed books in existence
"This sale exemplifies the timeless beauty and enduring legacy of fine press books," said Bobby Livingston
"The Kelmscott Chaucer is not just a book
it's a work of art representing the pinnacle of bookmaking craftsmanship."
Among other highlights in the sale included:
There was a nail-biting start to the Women’s C2 Semi Final between Kelmscott and Koongamia
as both teams scrambled over the wet football in an effort to get the ball forward
who normally take advantage of their pace down the wings
were made accountable by Koongamia who took advantage of the wet conditions
Koongamia pumped the ball down the corridor and into their forward line scoring the first goal against Bulldogs one point before the first break
Kelmscott’s second quarter started better as ‘Best On Ground’ Samantha Shepherd came into the midfield and gave the Bulldogs a well-needed lift
the Bulldogs went into the half-time break holding just a four-point lead: Kelmscott 2.4 (16) to Koongamia 2.0 (12)
Bulldogs Captain Louise Knitter had her chances
There was no lack of effort from Summer Yarran with one goal
and team mate Hayley McHenry who attacked the football speared from midfielders Anna-Shae Michael and Tyla Fitzgerald
Despite Kelmscott’s forward entries Koongamia’s backline clung to the Bulldogs and kept the dogs’ third quarter to just two answered points
it was still anyone’s game as the last quarter commenced
Koongamia took control and put the Kelmscott backline under pressure again
thumped the ball back out and there were strong intercepting marks by team mates Zalie Betts and Maddie Barnes
Ruck Mahalia Rukuata took a big knock for her team after a dominating game through centre
and put another four points on as players battled with the slippery footy
but it was enough to claw away from the opposition and take a 10-point win and a trip straight to the Grand Final next Saturday
Kelmscott 2.10 (22) defeated Koongamia 2.2 (12)
The old Sunday League foes – Kelmscott Bulldogs and Kenwick Royals – will again face off in a finals clash this Saturday from 2:30pm at John Dunn Memorial Park
Minor Premiers Kelmscott lost just one game for the season and boast two players who finished in the top four in the association’s goal-kicking leader board
with Rodney Jetta kicking 85 goals for the season and finishing on top
Coming in second place on the fixture ladder
Kenwick rolled over Coolbellup on the weekend and have shown to be able to match the top contender
these two front-running teams will have to contend with the changing conditions
The winner will go straight to the Grand Final
the club’s Football Director Robert Turner praised Senior Coach Shannon Collard and fellow coaches for their commitment and actualised aspirations across the 2024 year
“Shannon and the leadership team have worked very hard at recruiting and bringing players back to our proud club
a place that Shannon and many of the current players have shared a long
“A really strong family atmosphere was restored as father and son players shared in matches
“Shannon’s passion towards youth development and pathways provides a great opportunity for the remarkable talent in the area
and brings a very special contribution to the club.”
are very proud of the accomplishments of the Men’s
A teen has been left without a spleen and in a coma after being stabbed in Kelmscott on Friday afternoon
A fight allegedly broke out around 2.15pm between a group of six youths behind Kelmscott High School between Ravenscroft Way and Regina Road
He was taken to Royal Perth Hospital where he was placed in an induced coma
He remains in a critical but stable condition in hospital
It is being alleged by police that a 15-year-old and a 13-year-old boy fled the area on foot and were last caught on CCTV running towards Westfield Road
Armadale Detectives appealed for the public’s assistance in the immediate aftermath of the assault
The 15-year-old from Kelmscott and the 13-year-old from Camillo have now been charged with one count of ‘Aggravated Grievous Bodily Harm’ each
Both are next due to appear in the Perth Children’s Court on 4 September 2024
Police are still asking the public for information after a man died and two others were injured in a collision in Byford on Wednesday night last week
a white Hyundai Getz hatchback and a blue Mack truck with a white semi-trailer collided at the intersection of Abernethy Road and South Western Highway in Byford
The 17-year-old female driver of the Hyundai and an 18-year-old male passenger
were taken to Royal Perth Hospital for medical treatment
The 38-year-old male driver of the truck was not injured
Major Crash investigators are urging anyone with any information relating to this crash
or who saw the white Hyundai Getz hatchback or the blue Mac truck with white semi-trailer in the area prior to the crash
to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au
Dash-cam or mobile phone vision relating to this crash
can be uploaded directly to investigators via this link: https://wapf.au.evidence.com/axon/community-request/public/fatalbyford
If you or anyone you know has been affected by a road crash
contact Road Trauma Support WA on 1300 004 814
Armadale Detectives are seeking public assistance as they investigate a burglary that occurred in Seville Grove on 11 July 2024
an unknown man forced his way into to a petrol station on Lake Road by entering via the roof space
the man stole the shop till before fleeing on a pushbike
investigators have released vision of a man in a distinct Camouflage jacket
Anyone with information, or who recognises the man pictured, is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or report online via www.crimestopperswa.com.au.
People reporting information to Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous if they wish
The Kelmscott and Koongamia Women’s match was the game everyone was looking forward to seeing – a top of the ladder clash between the two undefeated teams
Kelmscott coach Bill Hansen had a lot to say about the game
“Coming into the game against Koongamia was a good test for the girls
we knew it was going to be a challenge with both undefeated
and Koongamia defeating teams away quite comfortably,” he said
“We prepared for it to be a physical contest which it certainly was
“I wanted the girls to be switched on from the very start and
“It all started in the midfield where we knew we had to focus if we wanted to win the game
Mahalia Rukuata was vital all day – getting it to our midfield advantage
Anna Shae Michael and our new recruit Tyla Fitzgerald were dominant all day thru the centre.”
Kelmscott had managed to kick five unanswered goals against Koongamia
Amy Sealander and Akeira Collard in her 50th game all rebounded beautifully all day,” coach Hansen said
“Our back six are the backbone of our team
and they always play their roles and work hard for each other.”
but the real show was up forward for Kelmscott
Summer Yarran kicked an outstanding seven goals
“Bianca Austin worked up the ground along with Hayley McHenry and Michelle Watson who always put in,” coach Hansen said
“Captain Louise Knitter kicked one goal for her efforts
really setting ourselves up for a big second half of the season.”
Kelmscott 11.10 (76) defeated Koongamia 3.1 (19)
ECU Jets climbed their way back from four goals behind to match the Kelmscott Bulldogs at the third quarter break
The teams went goal for goal in the last quarter with Calvin Davis and Jason Green kicking four each for the day
Kelmscott Reserves 12.5 (77) lost to ECU 12.6 (78)
League coach Shannon Collard said the Bulldogs played some ‘outstanding football’ against ECU jets
“The backline were outstanding again as they are every week
keeping the jets to only one goal for the first three quarters,” he said
tearing away at the scoreboard with eleven goals at the third quarter
“The slick fast ball movement of half back was too good for the jets as the bulldogs hit the scoreboard and put the game out of reach really early,” coach Collard said
“Angus Yarran played well in the ruck most of the day and gave the midfield every opportunity
playing through the middle and finishing the game with two majors.”
It was a big day for the Kelmscott forwards
“Callum Collard and Rodney Jetta continued to be a headache for the opposition both finishing with four each,” coach Collard said
Captain William Walley and team mate Lawrence Hansen both kicked one each
Kelmscott League 12.12 (84) defeated ECU 4.1 (25)
Kelmscott Colts will come up against Collegians from12:30pm at John Dunn
The Women play away against Cockburn Cobras at 10:45am
and the Men travel to Dianella Morley with Reserves at 12:30pm and League at 2:30pm
Kyle Collard played his 100th club game for the Bulldogs in a day to remember
with Kelmscott winning comfortably by 108 points
Kyle even snuck down forward and got himself on the scoreboard with a goal in the second quarter
But that wasn’t reflected on the scoreboard with a few gettable goals missed
The Bulldogs went into the halftime break just 25 points up
the Bulldogs came out firing and got to business with a nine-goal quarter
Forwards Angus Yarran and Callum Collard were kicking goals from all parts of the ground
Angus kicked the goal of the day with some beautiful evasive skills and a dribble from the pocket
While Callum Collard ended up booting eight for the day
The Bulldogs came into the match with a number of their League players missing
but a few young Colts boys got an opportunity and played the part very well
Young Colt Dean Pankhurst showed why he deserves a spot in the team come finals with another brilliant game
It was the best football the Bulldogs have played all year and things are really starting to fall into place at the right time of the year
Kelmscott 23.10 (132) defeated Bayswater 4.0 (24)
Kelmscott 3.5 (23) lost to Bayswater 15.8 (98)
The Kelmscott Colts are back in winning form
But Saturday’s match came with a nail-biting final quarter as Baldivis crept back into the game
Steven Lawrence and Ben O’Shaughnessey
Kelmscott 11.19 (85) defeated Baldivis 9.6 (60)
It was a fantastic game between the Kelmscott Bulldogs and Mandurah Mustangs
Players from both teams went for the football from first bounce
The two academy players – Mandurah’s ruckman Blair and Kelmscott’s Tim Tam – had quite the battle in the midfield
What a rocket Kelmscott’s Jen is with play in midfield
It was just a shame that Mandurah ran out of midfield legs after halftime
but Kelmscott shone through with their true sportsmanship spirit
Kelmscott’s Alex chasing the footy down just to get it to Mandurah’s Lukey and shepherding him all the way to the goals
A close second to that was everyone helping a pair of struggling players have a go through centre
and well done Kelmscott for a fantastic four quarters
Mandurah 4.3 (27) lost to Kelmscott 8.12 (60)
The Kelmscott Bulldogs Football Club celebrated a big day over the weekend with all five teams playing at home as they unveiled the inaugural Indigenous jumper for the club’s NAIDOC celebrations
The jumper was revealed to the delight and cheer of supporters who packed the oval banks and filled the clubroom
Those who attended were treated to local artists and cultural market stalls
while the club’s canteen served up a special traditional kangaroo stew
Local Elders Vivienne and Mort Hansen welcomed players and supporters with a traditional ceremony as both Kelmscott and Kenwick players formed a chain of arms on the oval before the big top-of-the-ladder league clash
The club wished to thank Trepheena Eades Hansen for all of her hard work leading up to the day of celebrations
It was the local derby many families had waited to see
the Roleystone Tigers roared down the hill to face the undefeated mighty Bulldogs
It was a backlines game as the football struggled to make any clearance beyond the back 50s
rebounded back and forth to each opposing end
Both teams’ midfielders worked desperately to thump the ball into the forwards
At the start of the fourth quarter a goal had yet to be kicked by either team
and Kelmscott 0.2 lead Roleystone 0.1 by just a mere point
The clock ticked down and both coaches’ benches were in hysterics
then with just five minutes to go Mowana McKenzie booted one through
followed by another in just seconds before the final siren
Kelmscott 2.3 (15) leaped over Roleystone 0.2 (2)
The soaring Lynwood Ferndale team was always going to be a challenge for the new and younger Bulldogs Colts team
the Pups dug their claws in and gave as good as they got
At the first quarter the Panthers had only two goals over the Bulldogs
Both Raymond Aston and Taiawhio Morrison stood out with two goals each
Despite keeping the third and final quarter goal for goal
the Colts Pups couldn’t claw back the 12-goal kicking lead Lynwood secured in the first half
It was a spirited effort by both teams in a tough physical game
Kelmscott 6.4 (40) defeated by Lynwood 20.16 (136)
It was a fight for top spot on the premiership ladder
with just three games to go until finals from this Saturday
Kelmscott had mere percentage over old Sunday League foes Kenwick Royals
the dogs ran away early and took to the scoreboard
The Royals soon woke up and chased in reply
as Kelmscott’s Angus Yarran dominated the centre and kicked his goal
Veterans Callum Collard and Lawrence Hansen kicked one each along with young guns Taiawhio Morrison and Revis Alone
The star performer was again Rodney Jetta kicking four as he stacked his season total to 69 goals from just 11 games – a huge accomplishment in any grade and competition
Kelmscott 9.6 (63) defeated Kenwick 7.10 (52)
Kenwick had only one loss for the season and were left caught in the headlights as Kelmscott Bulldogs challenged the visitors
the match had the supporters roaring from the sidelines as Jacob Bromfield snapped three goals for his Bulldogs team
Kelmscott 7.5 (47) just lost to Kenwick 9.9 (63)
After defeating the competition leaders last week
the Kelmscott Bulldogs were on a roaring race to the finish with over 40 players taking to the field against 9-time premiership team Coolbinia
Joshua Thompson kicked three goals for Kelmscott 7.8 (50) to defeat Coolbinia 2.5 (17)
Kelmscott Integrated will head north and fight Kingsway at 9:20am for a chance at second spot in the final fixtured game ahead of the finals
The Colts will play Noranda at 11am at Lightning Park
while the Reserves (12:30pm) and League (2:30pm) play Lynwood at Ferndale Oval
The Women head to Gosnells for a 4pm bounce down
"This sale exemplifies the timeless beauty and enduring legacy of fine press books," said Bobby Livingston, Executive Vice President of RR Auction. "The Kelmscott Chaucer is not just a book, it's a work of art representing the pinnacle of bookmaking craftsmanship."
Among other highlights in the sale included:
For book news, special columns, auction reports, events, and more.
all 53 publications by William Morris’s late-19th-century printing press fetched a collective $690,000 at Bonhams
Published: Dec 19, 2024written by Emily Snow
a short-lived yet prolific passion project for the Arts and Crafts icon
Morris’s printing press published 53 bespoke books
the complete Kelmscott Press collection hit the auction block at Bonhams in New York
The Complete Kelmscott Press Collection of Joseph Mark Van Horn was auctioned at Bonhams’ New York headquarters on December 17. The sale achieved what the auction house called “white glove results.” Van Horn was an entrepreneur and inventor who collected rare books in the 1960s and 70s. He was especially interested in the work of William Morris‘s legendary Kelmscott Press
which paved the way for the contemporary fine press movement
his fiancée preserved the collection—which included copies of all 53 volumes published by Kelmscott Press—until her death in 2023
“Morris spearheaded a new era of fine book printing—taking inspiration and learning from the way that books were first printed in the 15th century,” explained Ian Ehling
Department Head of Books and Manuscripts at Bonhams New York
“The sale demonstrated that his commitment to craftsmanship is still valued today.”
William Morris (1834-1896) was a multi-hyphenate Victorian who pioneered the Arts and Crafts Movement as a reaction against the mass production and mechanization of the Industrial Revolution
Kelmscott Press was the last great endeavor of Morris’s career
It stemmed from his desire to revive traditional printing techniques and craft “the ideal book.” Using small-batch paper
and natural inks derived from medieval formulas
Kelmscott Press aimed to elevate the craftsmanship and design of bookmaking
Morris looked back to the 15th century—when moveable type was invented
and the “golden age” of illuminated manuscripts flourished
Each of the press’s 53 books was designed by Morris and printed by hand in limited editions of around 300. The most famous of these publications are richly decorated, featuring familiar motifs from Morris’s wallpaper and textile designs. Many also feature intricate wood-engraved illustrations by Edward Burne-Jones
a Pre-Raphaelite artist and lifelong collaborator with Morris
Kelmscott Press closed shortly after Morris died in 1896
but its influence on modern book production was both indelible and international
The Kelmscott Chaucer was the ultimate manifestation of William Morris’s “ideal book.” Published just months before Morris died
the Kelmscott Chaucer comprises the complete works of Geoffrey Chaucer
The book boasts immaculate decoration from margin to margin
It features 87 illustrations by Burne-Jones—who once called the book a “pocket cathedral”—as well as distinctive ornamentation and original typefaces by Morris
Alongside the Gutenberg Bible
the Kelmscott Chaucer is widely considered to be the most beautiful book ever printed
It was also Kelmscott Press’s most popular and profitable publication
the Kelmscott Chaucer was a key highlight of this week’s sale at Bonhams
The edition from the Van Horn collection hammered in at $115,000 against a pre-sale estimate of $90,000
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In addition to writing about her favorite art historical topics
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The agent for this eyesore in Kelmscott is not glossing over the situation, handling the “worst presented” listing of the year, with aplomb.
But it is not all gloom for the $489,000-plus property, in Perth’s suburban southeast, about 23km from the CBD, with solid bones and potential in a high-growth area.
The courageous agent goes in boots and all.
“Guys, this one – this one is pretty horrible. It is probably the worst presented home I have presented to the market in the last 12 months,” Swarts, of O’Neill Real Estate, says.
“Everything you see here is included in the sale, so you better be prepared to get your hands dirty, because you are going to be getting them dirty here.
“Don’t even look at what is in the bathroom there.”
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But, the structure, floorplan size and the repainted parts are “pretty good” he says, for a buyer happy to load up the skip.
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The median house price in the suburb is $450,000, which represents price growth of 47 per cent over five years and 21 per cent over 12 months.
A independent building report is available to buy through the agency, Swarts explains.
House prices in all except a dozen suburbs are more expensive than five years ago, new Domain data, released in March reveals.
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Round eight saw four wins for the Kelmscott Bulldogs as the League heads to its mid-season bye
the Kelmscott Reserves achieved a well-deserved win against North Mandurah
There was a hunger for the scoreboard when Billy Westcott scored the team’s first goal of the game in an uplifting run from the midfield
North Mandurah held the lead at quarter time
the Kelmscott midfield welcomed the inclusion of Mick Anderson who provided a strong link across the centre
getting the majority of football and kicking his goal
young ruckman Malakye Hansen dominated the clearance to his fellow midfielders
with Hiroshi Masatora repeatedly snatching and clearing the ball forward
and Robert Turner cutting off the opposition’s advances
Wingman Brayden Davies and Speed Machine Brendan Sleath gathered both the contested and loose footballs and drove them straight into the hands of the dominating forwards
North Mandurah tried to respond in the second half
but were cut down by backmen River Anderson
River ran up the ground to intercept several advances
The real reward went to the team’s new player – Jason Green – who kicked an exciting five goals to lead the team to a great win on the day
Coach Travis Burges gave credit to all the players
saying the team had worked hard and gotten better each week
North Mandurah Reserves 2.5 (17) defeated by Kelmscott 9.9 (63)
the League team didn’t take long to start dominating the scoreboard
“The league boys played some great football against North Mandurah,” Coach Shannon Collard said
and Angus Yarran and Rodney Jetta with four each.”
Even the team’s regular centre half back Liam Hansen decided to get in the action
“The back line held up really strong and helped set up play as they rebounded from the interceptions” coach Collard said
Captain William Walley dominated across the centre at the ball-ups as his teammate Kristian Egan took several impressive overhead marks
“Kristian Egan had another best on ground game in the middle
with some help in the second half in there from Lawrence Hansen who played a great game through the middle and also got forward and kicked two goals,” coach Collard said
“And the club’s first game player Nixon Hamlet added some speed and good run to the team’s new style of fast ball movement”
Eric Alone played high up the forward line
while the run from Robert Miles on the wing drove the football from the release of the backline
North Mandurah returned from the half-time break with several forward entries against the Bulldogs
but the combination of Corey and Graham Hansen was too strong for the Magpies
“The feel around the club was positive as we hit the half way mark
and set our sights on finals at the end of the home and away season” Shannon Collard said
North Mandurah League 4.8 (32) lost to Kelmscott 21.11 (137)
The Derby between the Kelmscott and Roleystone Colts demonstrated the talent of the local area
with WAFL development players featured in both teams
but the connection across the ground gave up several opportunities to the Roleystone side
The Bulldogs’ Vice Captain Raymond Aston and forward Jeb Ronan both kicked two each
Kelmscott Colts 4.6 (30) lost to Roleystone 13.12 (90)
The Kelmscott Integrated All Abilities faced the 2023 A Grade Premiers Coolbinia
It was a fast-moving game as both teams were equally equipped with a running midfield and talented State Inclusion Academy Players
Coolbinia missed two chances at the goals and gave Kelmscott a one-goal lead at half time
The pace of Kelmscott’s Vincent Fraser and Timothy Davies through the centre was incredibly hard to stop as they linked with the skilful kicking of teammates Lee Maas and Fraser Kickett with his goal
The girls got into the action again this week as Tara Wichman had her turn in centre and kicked one goal up forward
the team’s big man – Warren Gregson – committed to several strong leads and opened up a goal square to his teammates
unlucky not to kick one for all his efforts
despite just five points separating the lead
both team’s coaches celebrated the inclusion spirit as players who appeared to receive less football possession were rewarded with the midfield and centre play
Several minutes went past as the ball was shared amongst many of the centre players
aided by the help and support of their teammates
snatching a two-point lead over the Bulldogs
the crowd cheering and screaming for their respective team
dashed into the forward to mark one inside shooting range
The ball was kicked and the players screamed “goal.”
and players of both team celebrated a nail-biting game which went right down to the wire
Coolbinia Integrated 5.4 (34) defeated by Kelmscott 5.8 (38)
The Kelmscott Bulldogs will return on June 8
with three home games after this weekend’s bye round
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On Saturday afternoon the Frye Park Pavilion was overflowing with people eager to hear details about the proposed subdivision and high-density-living development along Clifton Street in Kelmscott
Up to a total of 395 dwellings are proposed to be built on a 3.6-hectare parcel of land which was effectively rezoned from rural to urban in 2012
The remaining 3.1 hectares of land from the five combined lots will be retained for a foreshore reserve along the Canning River
and public open space that encompasses land identified as Bush Forever
meaning they would have an average footprint of 150m2
While the remaining 37 dwellings would line Clifton Street and be R40 with an average space of 220m2
There is a two-storey height limit for buildings lining Clifton St to match the existing streetscape
The current plans estimate the developments would accommodate just under 1000 people in total
“The development of the Clifton St North Precinct will see the creation of attractive
higher density residential facilities that will provide a mixture of housing opportunities for the Kelmscott community
The mixture of housing options available will serve the diverse needs of the Kelmscott community
empty nesters and retirees,” the plan says
Saturday’s meeting was hosted by Mayor Ruth Butterfield and Cr John Keogh as an information session about the details of the plan and how to make a public submission
The landowners of the lots in question were also present at Saturday’s meeting
The majority of attendees were clearly opposed to the current proposal
Local resident Jacqueline Egan said a number of locals only became aware of the proposal and the meeting the day before
“I believe there are many more people who would have been at the meeting if they had known about it,” she said
“The problem is people just haven’t been informed
“And my impression is that the people who did attend the meeting were absolutely gobsmacked by the details that were presented.”
Ms Egan and other local residents who have made contact with The Examiner are concerned there is a large elderly population which does not have access to social media or receive a local newspaper
The notice advertising for public comment on the proposal was first published in this newspaper on July 27
“And the little white sign they’ve put up on the property boundary is that small that you have to be really paying attention to notice it,” Ms Egan said
The public is able to view and comment on the plan via the Engage Armadale website until next Friday, September 8. Plans can also be viewed at the City of Armadale’s main administration building and emailed to info@armadale.wa.gov.au or posted to Locked Bag No
council officers will prepare a recommendation (to be voted on by council) for the Western Australian Planning Commission who will make their decision on the Structure Plan
IFAM has established its first masjid in WA in Kelmscott
located close to the city Centre and the airport
The masjid was acquired through a successful fundraising campaign of $ 855,000 where the first congregational prayer held was Asr salat on Wednesday 20 Nov 2024
Kelmscott and its surroundings station several Muslim families where the masjid will play a central role at developing a robust Islamic social network and fostering strong bonds among the community helping towards unity
and cooperation among community members besides giving them more knowledge and spiritual strength
“Kelmscott masjid will provide essential community services in the area and will engage the local community at all levels where it will not only serve the purpose of having daily obligatory prayers but will also as a youth Centre and education hub for our youth and kids.”
“They will be more attached to the masjid Insha’Allah and we will cater to their needs providing a safe
dynamic and engaging space for our community through service and care.”
IFAM President congratulated the local Muslim community members for having this masjid in their area and highlighted its importance stating that it was a monumental step in their life and would prove an important milestone for their social and religious needs
He stated that all IFAM members were thankful to Allah for this great achievement while thanking all people who helped in the process of buying and settlement for the masjid property
He said that he felt excited that the community was generous in making donations and understanding this important cause for future generations while explaining that IFAM had renovation and development plans for the newly acquired property to serve as a proper masjid and Islamic centre
Usman Malik is the MGM( Member General Meeting) of IFAM
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now newly imprinted by Geoffrey Chaucer (estimate: $60,000 – $90,000)
A complete collection of the books published by Kelmscott Press during its seven-year existence will be offered at Bonhams in New York on December 17
Featuring a copy of each of the 53 books published by the Kelmscott Press
the passion project of designer and writer William Morris (1834-1896)
the collection includes numerous association copies presented by Morris to contemporaries such as Edward Burne-Jones, Sydney Cockerell, Rudyard Kipling
Swinburne as well as copies on vellum of desirable Kelmscott titles
The collection was put together by entrepreneur and inventor Joseph Mark Van Horn (1932-1983) who acquired rare volumes with a particular focus on works related to Morris and his printing press from dealers and auctions in the 1960s and 1970s
It was inherited by his fiancée Laura Carchia who preserved the books for the last 40 years
“Van Horn’s astounding collection is a rare opportunity for collectors,” said Ian Ehling
Director of Fine Books & Manuscripts in New York. “These copies have been off the market for nearly half a century and collections of this caliber are extremely rare.”
Founded in 1891, Kelmscott Press was an opportunity for Morris to combine his passions for both literature and design by publishing illuminated-style
Known for its commitment to high-quality craftsmanship
the press sought to replicate the styles of 15th century printing while incorporating elements of Morris’ own distinct aesthetic vision
Instrumental in sparking the contemporary fine press movement, Kelmscott Press produced 53 books in 66 volumes
The crowning achievement of Morris and Kelmscott Press was the 1896 edition of the complete works of Geoffrey Chaucer (1343-1400). Known as the Kelmscott Chaucer
it is celebrated for its intricate wood engravings and design
it was illustrated by artist Edward Burne-Jones (1833-1899)
The copy offered in the sale is estimated at $60,000 – 90,000
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Two Premiers battled it out for local honours as the Kelmscott Bulldogs and Gosnells Hawks Women’s teams lined up on Saturday
Both teams were roaring after their 2023 premiership victories
bringing a high-intensity and fiercely-contested game
Kelmscott were out the gate early with four goals
Gosnells returned the fire and snapped four in the third quarter
with the welcome return of Kelmscott’s Summer Yarran who snapped four
One each went the way off Kyrie-lee Sleath
The game came down to the wire with Kelmscott 7.10 (52) just defeating Gosnells 7.4 (46)
The Bulldogs Integrated All Abilities team travelled north to take on the mighty North Beach Tigers
The local crowed cheered heartily as the two teams exchanged goal for goal
Kelmscott held a sixteen-point lead at half time
but an eager North Beach clawed back in the third
In the fourth quarter the dogs rose up around their teammate Trent Fleming who celebrated his 100th Integrated Game
a milestone taking nearly ten years to accomplish
And Josh Thompson kicked a simply remarkable six goals
North Beach Integrated 11.4 (70) lost to Kelmscott 14.7 (91)
The match between Kelmscott and Noranda Colts was fast and skilful
with outstanding performances by each team’s midfield and forward line
challenged Kelmscott to chase their early lead
with Lawrence Hansen Jnr and Taiawhio Morrison sealing three goals apiece
Two goals each also went to Dean Pankhurst and Hayden Eades
But the Colts were unable to get over the visitors’ lead
Kelmscott Colts 10.1 (61) lost to Noranda 13.11 (89)
the Bulldogs League Team were challenged by Coolbellup
the equally skilful teams competed for praise from the onlooking crowd
Only two points split the teams at half time
and at the start of the fourth quarter the game was up for grabs with only two goals between them
Centreman and team captain William Walley fought through the centre all match and was also rewarded with his goal
aided by the efforts of ruckman Kyle Collard
The final quarter was the end of the dogs’ day
as Coolbellup kicked four more goals in the last run home
Kelmscott 5.3 (33) were defeated by Coolbellup 10.3 (63)
The Reserves had a renewed driving force following last week’s win
But they were up against a superior Coolbellup
The team celebrated the return of Andrew McHenry to the midfield who set up Steven Lawrence’s first goal
The Bulldogs Man of the Day went to Pait Masatora
and backed up his achievements by volunteering as the League’s boundary umpire following the match
as the football community celebrated National Volunteer Week
Kelmscott Reserves 3.8 (26) lost to Coolbellup 15.13 (103)
This Saturday’s local derby will see Kelmscott Bulldogs Colts V Roleystone at 1pm on John Dunn
Women travel to Whitfords for a 9:30am game
The Integrated will play away against reigning A Grade Premiers Coolbinia at 10am