THE BIGGER PICTURE Archives - Perth Lifestyles Magazine

Less massive trucks on our roads; we need to invest in our rail network

Transport by rail has fallen to 6.1%, which means the number of massive trucks going to and from the Port of Melbourne has significantly increased.

Local shops are vital for age-friendly communities

Local shops play an important role in older people’s daily lives and, for many, are an integral part of their social network.

A voice for the voiceless: The enduring mission of a Baldivis animal advocate

Kylie Soanes, a head receptionist at a Baldivis veterinary clinic, founded a non-profit rescue initiative to help pet owners facing financial hardship. Her organization provides essential funding for medical treatments and coordinates the rehoming of vulnerable animals within the local community.

The suburbs are the future of post-covid retail

Nomic crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the required physical distancing measures will force many firms to introduce telework on a large scale.

More than milk and bread, corner stores could rebuild neighbourhoods.

Once an icon of suburban Australia, many neighbourhood corner stores vanished in the face of unrelenting competition from large supermarkets.

The storyteller of Joondalup

The Joondalup Public Library has transformed into a dynamic theatre for oral tradition through immersive and interactive storytelling sessions. These workshops use dramatic performance and sensory elements to foster early literacy and critical thinking in local children.

The modern baker blending tradition with innovation

Local bakeries in Ellenbrook are revitalizing the suburban food scene by embracing slow fermentation and traditional French pastry techniques. This movement balances artisanal craftsmanship with innovative culinary concepts to create meaningful social spaces and a flourishing local economy.