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Vol. 66 | No. 9 | October 2026

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MEMBERS OF THE DARLINGTON REVIEW Anglican Church (Church Office 6292 0074) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jan Carroll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9299 7240 Baha’i Faith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Susheel Croft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0402 023 704 Bushfire Ready Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colin James . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0419 969 223 Darlington Arts Festival Inc. (DAF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Louise Denham - admin@darlingtonartsfestival.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0416 434 915 Darlington Bushwalk Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cliff Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9299 6696 Darlington Chamber Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Malcom Firth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0400 204 845 Darlington Christian Fellowship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Rhodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . contactus@darlingtonchristianfellowship.com.au Darlington Community Garden (DCG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kate Herren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0452 644 248 Darlington Junior Football Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brodie Della . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . darlingonjfcpresident@gmail.com Darlington History Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lyn Myles - admin@dhg.org.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9298 8604 Darlington Primary School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9257 4000 Darlington Primary School P and C Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lucy Banner (President) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President@dpspc.org.au Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association (DRRA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Karen Gray - drra@darlingtonvillage.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0493 603 655 Darlington Retirement Accommodation Assn Inc. (DRAA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carol Lagdon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0400 481 375 Darlington Running Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pippa Windsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0488 069 764 Darlington Social Cricket Club Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Ryan - president@dsccdarlington.com.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0414 634 401 Darlington Sports and Recreation Association Inc. (DaSRA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Geoff Barker - geoff@pmdwa.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0418 953 176 Darlington Tennis Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alex Hoschke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0439 976 672 Darlington Theatre Players at Marloo Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris McRae - chris@marlootheatre.com.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9255 1212 Darlington Volunteer Bushfire Brigade Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ricky Harvey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0409 685 445 1st Darlington Scouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Julia Tolj . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0448 298 685 Forrest Darlings CWA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kate Herren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0452 644 248 Friends of Darlington Station Reserve (FODS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jane Arnold – arnoldmj55@gmail.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0477 987 048 Friends of Glen Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graham Reside – rizza15@bigpond.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0408 491 339 Glen Forrest Bridge Club (GFBC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bev Hayles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0437 817 359 Darlington Dibbler Girl Guides (Girl Guides WA-Avon Hills Region) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Karen Wills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0418 917 045 Darlington Dipsticks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christine Stoney (Secretary) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . darlingtondipstickscc@gmail.com Helena College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mandy Cosser - mcosser@helena.wa.edu.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9298 9100 The Hub of the Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rachel Bacon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9290 6683 Kalamunda District Bridge Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jenny Tedeschi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jennifer_tedeschi1@hotmail.com Kalamunda Lapidary Club inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard Marshall - klc165@outlook.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0422 181 200 Mundaring Arts Centre Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jenny Haynes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9295 3991 Mundaring Arts Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Durrant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9299 6093 Mundaring Christian College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ross Ferguson - ross.ferguson@mundaringcc.wa.edu.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9295 2688 Mundaring Creative Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Terrie Plaistowe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9295 1688 Mundaring and Hills Historical Society Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeff Murray - mhhs@mundaringhistory.org . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9295 0540 Mundaring Probus Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Helen White - President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0409 293 819 Parkerville Steiner College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bonnie Forbes - bforbes@pws.wa.edu.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9295 4787 Save Perth Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debra Bishop Save Perth Hills Chair - debra@bishopmedia.com.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0409 683 540 Shire of Mundaring Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Coordinator Library Services - gills@mundaring.wa.gov.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9290 6755 Silver Tree Steiner School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hayley Spracklen/Michelle Garvin - michelle.garvin@silvertree.wa.edu.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9295 4787 The Darlington Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sue Lavell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0439 273 213 Treetops Montessori School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stuart Harris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9299 6725 Members of Parliament: Member for Kalamunda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adam Hort - adam.hort@mp.wa.gov.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9293 4747 Federal Member for Bullwinkel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trish Cook - trish.cook.mp@aph.wa.gov.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7079 0480 Member of the Legislative Council of Western Australia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anthony Spagnolo - Anthony.Spagnolo@mp.wa.gov.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9379 0840 Mundaring Shire South Ward Councillors: Cr Luke Ellery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CrEllery@mundaring.wa.gov.au . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0420 421 883 Cr Ben Heptinstall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . heptinstallben@gmail.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0452 376 651 Justice of the Peace: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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EDITORIAL Ian Kay | October Editor Ian Kay has been a corporate writer on and off for many years, covering tourist attractions and events in New Zealand, greyhound racing in WA and the local forest and timber industries - Forest Focus/ Landscope and the Bunning’s centenary – and he has always maintained a behind the scenes interest in the print process …including a short “just off the plane” stint at the Subiaco Post.

Three cheers for Lake Ontario. What a way to get the world’s attention for a very important water resource. Luckily for us we have some very dedicated local people giving our own Helena River catchment (including Darlington) true leadership and deserved attention. I was really impressed at the recent Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association meeting when we were presented with a review of the work so far carried out by the Bibbul Ngarma Aboriginal Association (BNAA) under the guidance of Glen Forrest environmental scientist Francesca Flynn. Truly inspiring! Also inspiring, for me at least, is to see some younger members of our writing community taking up the challenge of keeping the Review’s editorial department running. Ursula Sharman, Marie Sherwood and Jaymie Carter have all recently delivered with talent and hopefully they can be persuaded to continue with their important community (writing) input. (Where are the boys?)

Last month, Jaymie well and truly covered Darlington’s spring highlights which tie in nicely with our Community Garden’s first ever collaboration with Open Gardens WA. Five local gardens in Pine Terrace, Orange Road, Lionel Road, Mofflin Avenue and Amherst Avenue will open to the public on the 11th of this month. The Community Garden will be the event hub and the starting point for a free shuttle service to the three outlying properties. (See Our Garden Place and advertisement Page 18).

One of many signs of leadership in our community.

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October is a very busy month for Darlington. The arts do feature, with Mundaring Hills Open Studios art trail leading the way and scheduled for the end of the month, Saturday 17 through to Sunday 25. There will five Darlington studios open featuring the work of eight artists. Let me introduce them to you.

Jackie Davis Jackie Davis lives in Cook Street, Darlington with her husband and a lively menagerie of animals including four bandicoots, six kookaburras, three magpies, four bobtails, six possums and two kangaroos. She also hosts the usual hill’s families of doves and parrots. In her studio nestled among trees, native plants and shrubs and overlooking the stunning Perth Hills - Jackie draws endless inspiration for her vibrant and cheerful watercolours. Jackie’s landscapes also reflect her passion for travel and this year you can see how her recent adventures in New Zealand, Colorado and New Mexico have inspired her creations. Sharing her studio at this year’s event will be another local artist, Antoinette Boyd. Jackie told me that she became friends with Antoinette after seeing her wonderful ceramics in the Two Birds Gallery. “Several of Antoinette’s creations now live in my own studio and I was flattered and delighted when she agreed to be my guest this year Although we both reference the external landscape for our inspiration we complement each other in our very surrealistic approach to our art,” Jackie said. “We also both use a lot of humour to engage the observer and draw them into our respective worlds.”

Antoinette Boyd Antoinette’s art journey has evolved from a stall at the Darlington Arts Festival, to participating in the venue location at Two Birds last year, to joining with Jackie as a guest artist. She enjoys the slow, grounding rhythm of hand-building ceramics while also utilising a potter’s wheel. Antoinette produces both functional and ornamental items characterised by a whimsical, fun aesthetic, celebrating the quiet beauty of perfect imperfection. Her creations represent a continuous journey into form, surface design and embellishment using a range of techniques. Antoinette told me that she is excited to be a part of MHOS again this year and to be a guest artist with Jackie, sharing her beautiful garden. “Being involved more behind the scenes this year has given me an appreciation for just how much work, passion and dedication goes into bringing this amazing event to life and I look forward to meeting all our visitors,” she said.

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Mary Ann and Kevin Dawson with their daughter Michelle At their MaK MuD Studio in Maslin Crescent the Dawson family will be participating in their third MHOS event. Mary Ann told me that she has been busy, with lots of experimenting and refining going on, mostly with the sgraffito (to scratch in Italian) technique and using underglazes. “I have been experimenting with new organic vase shapes, expanding my use of the sgraffito technique onto vases, platters and jugs, and carried out further experimentation of underglazes on my bird mugs, platters and vases,” she said. “Some platters have slip (liquid clay) painted on them, taken from a clay deposit that’s just meters from our kiln,” Mary Ann said. “We call it Darlington Gold”. Special items to look out for include her unusual hull shaped sgraffito bowls in folk art style , ceramic orb shaped bells that ring beautifully and a set of blue and white flying birds (in lieu of ducks!) “My ceramics journey is an array of creative options and problems to be investigated so that my more illustrative side can to come to the fore,” she said. Mary Ann also paints. “My recent paintings are about the concept of currency and wealth. As small players on the world's stage, none of us are removed from its influence,” she said. Her paintings speak of money’s profound power - its ability to uplift but also to corrupt and coerce. Husband Kevin is a ceramic artist focused on architectural form, imagination and storytelling. Working in hand-built ceramics, he creates illuminated works exploring the tension between permanence and fragility, structure and softness. Drawing on domestic spaces and whimsical architecture, Kevin told me that he has been further refining and expanding his range of lighthouses and rocket ships which can be used as whimsical ambient lights. They have great detail and are an exercise in patience as they take quite a while to complete. “I am also experimenting with slip casting of Christmas ornaments and birds, creating large Christmas trees, making trinket boxes and creating beautiful round mini chimaera’s to take mosquito coils or incense,” he said. Daughter Michelle Toye is an emerging artist who grew up in Darlington. She has had a lifelong passion for crafting but ten years

ago began exploring the art of ceramics, learning from master ceramicist Frank Smith. Since then, clay has been her passion. Michelle challenges herself by throwing larger items on the wheel and loves to explore and develop glaze combinations. Sitting at the wheel in her shared studio Michelle becomes entranced and spends at least two days a week creating functional stoneware pieces that are perfect for everyday use. Michelle is currently enjoying long service leave and has more time to explore and extend her work, creating intricate lanterns and colourful kitchenware especially for the Open Studios’ event. “I love creating alongside my family and sharing my love of ceramics with my special needs school students,” she told me. (Michelle works at Durham Road School.)

Gina Scriven Gina Scriven is an artist currently working with glass to create jewellery and sculptural pieces. Gina has previously participated in the Sculptures on the Scarp and this year is opening her studio in Padbury Road as part of the MHOS art trail. Gina told me that she loves working with glass. “It’s light and the reflections and colours provide the perfect medium for me to express what inspires me about nature,” she said. “As glass is a natural material, working with it adds to that extra connection with nature”. Many of Gina’s art glass creations are unique because she enjoys pushing the boundaries of what the medium is expected to achieve.

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Jo Meredith and Dog Artist Jo Meredith will be returning to Darlington to feature at The Juniper Galleries in Dalry Road from October 11 as part of Open Studios. Jo is a figurative oil painter. Her artworks are a deepening of moments spent in nature or in connection with people and animals. The title of her solo exhibition 'This Rough Magic' comes from a Mary Stewart book of the same title. The story is set in Corfu with lots of references to Shakespeare’s ‘Tempest’. Jo told me that she was reading the book last Summer and revelling in memories of sparkling water, sun soaking into bones and the excitement of travel, adventure and new experiences. “I like the idea of Rough Magic as embracing the mess of life,” she said. “The hard-earned balance, creativity and richness we have access to after life’s storms”. A gem in the Darlington landscape, the Juniper Galleries support contemporary WA artists. It was the home of outstanding Australian artist Robert Juniper and is well worth a visit in its own right.

Ellis Pearson After a two-year break (and a move) multitalented artist Ellis Person is again participating in the Open Studio event, throwing open the doors at his new studio in Lukin Avenue. Ellis is a practising theatre maker and teacher, musician and visual artist. He trained as a graphic designer and painter before being bitten by the theatre bug. In Paris his training in physical theatre and mask work enabled him to create a unique style of theatre which he performed all over the world. Now, his large oil paintings have a musicality and story element that draw in the viewer to give them a rich, imaginative experience. His inspiration comes from the movement of the natural world around us – the movement of water, sky, trees and human creatures. Previously Ellis has told me that he thinks Darlington is Perth's best kept secret. “Not many people on 'the flats' know Darlington, which is probably a good thing, as it has kept its wonderful small village feel,” he said.

Kevin Norris October is an exceptionally busy month for globetrotting photographer Kevin Norris. He is participating in the Open Studio event and his home base in Orange Road, Darlington will feature in two other local events; the Open Gardens fund raiser for our Community Garden and he hosts the Halloween highlight House of Horrors. (See What’s On page for details.) For Kevin the world is his studio and he takes every opportunity to venture out into the ‘Global Village’ and document his travels with his camera. Born in Hull, Yorkshire, Kevin told me that he has travelled to around 100 countries: “I’ve always sought out diverse places on foot, bicycle or local transport looking to find the essence of what makes people and cultures different,” he said. Kevin’s photographs capture a variety of subjects from vibrant street scenes and remote landscapes to intimate portraits and wildlife encounters. Each image is shaped by years of experience, curiosity and a deep appreciation for different cultures and environments. His finished works combine artistic vision with documentary realism, creating images that connect viewers to the beauty, character, and diversity of the world. Each photo tells a story evoking emotions and memories that words sometimes fail to express. This year Kevin is again a guest artist at Neil Elliot’s studio in Glen Forrest. 6

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Mundaring Hills Open Studio promotion The 2026 Mundaring Hills Open Studios (MHOS) Art Trail event was launched at a recent function hosted by Mundaring Shire. The event, held at their Great Eastern Highway complex, attracted artists, supporters and friends who were all treated to an informative tour of the Shire’s acquired art collection. Every artist represented in the collection has a significant connection to the Shire. On the night, long time volunteers MHOS coordinator Silvana Ferrario and graphic designer Liz Berry (responsible for the acclaimed annual MHOS catalogues and the design of the Darlington Review) were both acknowledged for their significant contributions to the development of the annual event. Open Studios’ continued growth has been highlighted this year by a grant from Lotterywest and an ongoing funding connection through the Australian Cultural Fund (ACF). Thanks to Lotterywest funding, the Open Studio organisers have been able to facilitate new subsidised MHOS initiatives such as bus tours, artists workshops and a new campaign video.

This year MHOS have developed an App which you can download from our website, the App Store and Google Play. The app allows you to discover artists and their work, find nearby studios and exhibitions, view opening times and event shedules and plan your own personalised art trail. Your next artistic discovery is just a tap away! Visit mundaringhillsopenstudios.com for more information.

Our Garden Place Darlington is a haven for those who love a garden environment, achieved by hard yakka in the sloping lots of rock and clay, by adding nutrition through mulching and blended soils or simply enjoying the natural settings created over the ages. For the first time on the one day, Sunday 11 October, five enthusiastic Darlington residents will proudly open their muchloved gardens for the public to enjoy, under the guidance of Open Gardens WA in conjunction with Darlington Community Garden. Open Gardens WA was originally established in August 2016, a West Australian volunteer-based not for profit organisation run by a team of enthusiastic volunteers – garden lovers, designers, horticulturists, garden owners and more. Each of the five Darlington gardens has been chosen for its individual charm. But each one also acknowledges the surrounding environment. Joan Davis in 48 Lionel Road has established a blend of indigenous trees with sympathetic domestic cultivation, so it’s no surprise that her garden carries the quaint name of “Gums and Roses”. Bruce Pearce at May Cottage, 19 Pine Terrace, has

a fabulous collection of over 200 roses, colourful and varied blooms sitting comfortably in a simple, semi-rural domestic location. Number 10 Orange Road annually resounds to the shrieks of mock horror with its Halloween display at the end of October. The “spooky” garden attracts dozens of local families and visitors to its infamous presentation of the departed, macabre and supernatural. This time, however, it will be large pots, suspended displays, succulents and cacti in the “less scary” daylight hours. Kasia and Nathan Thomson at “Little Acre”, 8 Mofflin Avenue, have worked with the natural terrain, engaging landscaper Tony Green of Aquascape to create a stunning rock pool as a feature amongst cool lawns and fruit and berry trees. Tony will be on location throughout the day to chat with visitors about his special work. Natalie Carr at 22 Amherst Avenue unashamedly works her 3-acre property (1.2 hectares) almost single-handedly, with invaluable input from husband Nathan and dad Cedric for those heavy items, tip runs and little loads as well as house improvements and maintenance. Amherst Avenue features a blended garden of passion and careful placement yet total respect for the natural surroundings.

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What makes Natalie quite special is her time management of diverse interests. She is a keen long-time member of FODs, works as a nurse in the orthopaedics ward at St John of God Midland Hospital and has a side business providing floral arrangements for weddings and functions, with flowers and foliage selected from her gardens. Natalie grows dahlias, ranunculus, nigella, larkspur and zinnias and others as well as a vegetable and herb garden which serves her other passion, cooking. Surprisingly, there is no structured reticulation system on the property, so Natalie lovingly waters everything by hand. The hub of the much-anticipated Darlington Open Gardens day on Sunday 11 October is the Darlington Community Garden on Pine Terrace. That’s the centre for entry passes, refreshments and product stalls as well as adjacent parking and a free shuttle bus which has been generously donated by after-school care group, HOSCA. Thanks to Open Gardens WA, part proceeds will assist the on-going projects of Darlington Community Garden as the area continues to grow and develop. The gardens will be open from 10am to 4pm with multi-entry passes $30, one garden $8 and under-18’s free.

Put your hand up for Darlington! If you’re new to the village and love what you’ve found – or recently retired with time to contribute – the Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association (DRRA) would welcome you at their AGM this month. Many on the current committee juggle jobs and family, and they’re hoping for new recruits or just a willingness to take on a specific job. DRRA has been around for close to a century and what unites early settlers and today’s residents is an aim to preserve the best of what is here and make it even better. By facilitating public meetings and representing our village to the Shire and the State Government, it’s the reason why Darlington Hall is today one of the Shire’s showcase venues, why we have beautiful stone walls around the playground, a landmark bus stop and a plan for replacing ageing trees around the oval. And it’s the reason why feisty locals have successfully battled countless threats to a village worth fighting for! By the time you read this, we may well be enjoying one of DRRA’s recent projects – the upgraded playground BBQ facilities. Several other projects are in the pipeline, including making the crossing between Owen Road and The Hive safer. Talks with the Shire are ongoing and at the September community meeting the Shire’s Sam Cranswick outlined some of the options. Also discussed was a growing problem here and across Glen Forrest and Mt Helena: high-speed e-bike riders on shared paths, on the pump tracks and ovals.

DRRA’s current committee: (Back row l – r) Chris Arnold (Deputy Chair), Cameron Hore, Mike Pepper (Secretary), Mike Smith; (front row) Alexis Krapez, Karen Gray(Chair), Ursula Sharman, Steve Mullen. Missing: Raymond LeClezio, Malcolm Firth (Treasurer), and Sarah Watson. There is more on all of this in DRRA Notes. The DRRA AGM is on Thursday, October 8 at Darlington Hall, 7.30pm.

Photography Exhibition until Sunday March 21, 2027 Currently on display at the Boya Library and Community Centre (corner of Clayton Road and Scott Street, Boya) is an exhibition of competition photographs organised by the Mundaring Arts Centre in partnership with the Mundaring Camera Club and the Shire of Mundaring. “Time, Framed“ focuses on the use of light, considered composition and still life concepts. Rooted in the traditions

of 16th and 17th century paintings, still life photography is frequently stylised and carefully composed to move beyond the mundanity of their subjects to suggest atmosphere, emotion and meaning. Select prints are available for sale unframed for $80 during the exhibition, with all proceeds going to the photographer.

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WHAT'S ON k Darlington Chamber Music Series (final concert) at Darlington Hall, Sunday October 4, 3pm. k Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association AGM, Darlington Lesser Hall, Thursday October 8 at 7.30pm. k Open Gardens WA – for the first time hosted by the Darlington Community Garden, Sunday October 11 from 10am to 4pm.

k Forrest Darlings CWA Branch Frocktober Exhibition, Sunday December 11, Darlington Hall k Mundaring Shire Bulk Green Waste Verge Collection begins October 12; hard rubbish verge collection begins November 16.

k Darlington Bushfire Ready Group meeting, Fire Station, Monday, October 19, 7.30pm. Street contacts invited as well as residents who wish to know how to keep your community safer.

k Swan Community Choir Concert at the Darlington Hall Sunday 25th October at 3.00pm. Tickets at the door or online at swanharmonysingers.net.au $20 or concession $15. Afternoon tea included!

k Community Bonfire: Saturday October 31, light up 6.00pm The spectacle of the year – the great Community Bonfire is back and you can bring a family picnic. Nationally recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours List for his exceptional contribution to the safety of Western Australians, Bushfire Ready Group stalwart Colin James has most recently been the driver behind this event. (It has been going on and off for some 15 years.) The wood collection since has usually been assisted by students from Helena College senior school and locals are encouraged to contribute by bringing down wood for the fire on Friday, October 30 between 10am and 2.30pm.

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k Halloween Saturday October 31 Halloween is a HUGE event in Darlington The annual swap/share costume and accessories rack will be at Earnshaws Real Estate from Monday, October 12. Earnshaws will also be collecting sweets/treats to share with the hardest hit houses along the Halloween trail and Sue Lennard collects witch and ghoulish costumes that are displayed at Earnshaws. Kevin Norris and his partner Julie turn their Orange Road house into a mini Disneyland of horrors. DON’T BE AFRAID - it is good fun !! For more info contact Queen of Halloween (aka) Kendall Earnshaw on 9299 6533 or (kendall@ earnshaws.com.au), or Sue Lennard (lennardsue@gmail.com).

Kevin’s horror

k And don’t forget to set aside some time for the Darlington Arts Festival on the weekend November 7 - 8 Lots of opportunities – big and small - to help over the weekend including set-up/pack-down, supervising exhibitions, helping with workshops or the DAF Bar, cleaning tables, or staffing the info tent. It’s a great way to meet other community folk and enjoy the special DAF atmosphere. In addition to Sculpture Shifts over the weekend, we need volunteers to keep an eye on our sculptures in the Station Reserve from Wednesday to Friday before the festival – a great opportunity to take a closer look at the sculptures in a quieter environment.

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Federal Member for Bullwinkel | Trish Cook MP Hello Neighbours, Spring has certainly arrived in Darlington, bringing warmer days and a renewed sense of optimism across our community. As we embrace the new season, the Albanese Labor Government continues to focus on the issues that matter most to local families: easing cost of living pressures, increasing housing options and improving access to healthcare. This year has marked a significant personal milestone for me, with the completion of my Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Edith Cowan University. My research explored the experiences of patients receiving home-based immunotherapy treatments for cancer and chronic disease, focusing on how healthcare can be delivered more effectively and conveniently in people's homes. I remain passionate about championing practical healthcare solutions that put patients and their families at the centre of care. This achievement reflects my lifelong commitment to improving healthcare services and supporting better health outcomes across our community.

I am proud to be part of a government delivering practical support, including: • Mundaring Medicare Urgent Care Clinic: Located near Dome in Mundaring, the clinic opened earlier this year and has already helped thousands of resident’s access timely healthcare close to home. The clinic provides fully bulk-billed care, with no appointment, referral, or credit card required. Simply bring your Medicare card. • 1800 MEDICARE: If you need medical advice outside regular clinic hours, the 1800 MEDICARE helpline (1800 633 422) provides free, 24-hour access to a registered nurse who can offer guidance on a range of health concerns. Community organisations are at the heart of our region, and I am pleased that the Albanese Government is investing in local projects through the Stronger Communities Program. The program provides $150,000 in grant funding for every federal electorate, with grants ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 available to community groups and local governments for infrastructure projects that strengthen connections and deliver lasting local benefits. My team and I will be at the Darlington Arts Festival and look forward to catching up with many of you there. As always, if my office can assist you with a federal government matter, please do not hesitate to get in touch. Sincerely, Trish

Member for Kalamunda | Adam Hort MP Spring is well and truly underway in Darlington, and there is plenty happening around the village. First, congratulations to the Darlington Dipsticks on reaching ten years of motoring, mates and memories. Their anniversary celebrations included a picnic and rally to Lake Leschenaultia before festivities back at Darlington Hall. On Sunday 11 October, Darlington’s first Open Gardens event will feature five private gardens alongside the Darlington Community Garden. I have been speaking with Trish Paice and the Forrest Darlings, who will be providing morning tea and lunch for visitors. I am sponsoring their prize for best upcycled frock as part of their Stitch For Frocktober activities. The Darlington Arts Festival returns on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, bringing together local art, sculpture, performers and stalls, supported by an extraordinary amount of volunteer effort. I am also continuing my fight for permanent protection of our part of the Perth Hills from mining. Alcoa has removed exploration drilling within the Shire of Mundaring and City of Kalamunda from its current mining plans. That is progress, but it is not permanent protection.

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I have asked the Premier to support permanent mining avoidance zones across both local government areas, providing our community with certainty that mining and exploration will not return in future plans. The Government has not committed to this, which I find frustrating. If Dwellingup can have a mining avoidance zone, our community deserves certainty too. I will keep pursuing it. A recent visit to Karakamia Wildlife Sanctuary, here in the Shire of Mundaring, was a reminder of what we are working to protect. Walking through the jarrah forest as the sun went down and seeing native wildlife emerge was an amazing experience. Karakamia was Australian Wildlife Conservancy’s first sanctuary and provides a refuge for native wildlife including woylies, quenda and tammar wallabies. I encourage you to learn more about Karakamia and support Australian Wildlife Conservancy through a visit, volunteering or a donation where possible. As always, if there is a State Government issue I can assist with, please contact my office on 9293 4747 or adam.hort@mp.wa. gov.au. 11

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Darlington Bushfire Ready Group Community Fireguard which was the original name and now called Bushfire Ready, started in WA in 1996, yes …30 years since its introduction and Darlington commenced its participation then. So we are going to have a party to celebrate that and thank all those involved in helping keep our streets fire safe…..and everyone’s invited. That will be at our pre fire season meeting on Monday, 19th October at 7.30pm in the Fire Station. All of our current street contacts are invited to attend as well as any other Darlington resident who wishes to know more about, and how you may help to keep your community be safer. We will also hear from Shire CESM, DFES Community Preparedness officers and Brigade leaders in what is ahead of you for this fire season.. Bushfire Ready is a community driven program established by DFES in collaboration with local government to increase the resilience of the community to bushfire risk. As Darlington is considered to be in a very high fire risk area it is even more important that we have as many ‘tools’ as possible to reduce such impacts bushfires do have. Bushfire Ready is a local community action program aimed at encouraging local residents to work together in preparing and protecting their families and properties against bushfires. There is no guarantee that in a dangerous bushfire a fire truck may be available to protect every home, so this means residents and homeowners need to be responsible for their own safety.

You can better prepare your home for a bushfire by some simple and ongoing monthly property upkeep and now as the weather starts to warm, it is important that those tasks of reducing fuel loads around the house are undertaken. Maybe if unable to take it to the green waste tip by yourself, or with the help of a neighbour, can reduce it by burning small piles, mindful of the Shire burning requirements and also ensuring is very dry so not creating a smoke hazard. Now is the time to also, as a family prepare your BUSHFIRE PLAN. A bushfire plan can help keep you and your family safe and avoid making last minute decisions that could prove deadly during a bushfire. You can visit mybushfireplan.wa.gov.au or download the My Bushfire Plan app from the App Store or Google Play or request a hard copy plan from your Bushfire Ready Coordinator at details below.

Are you and your family at risk? You need to think about the bushfire risk to your family and home: • Do you live in or near bush? • Does your local area have a bushfire history? • Do you have trees and shrubs within 20 metres of your house? • Is your house built on a slope? • Is your bushfire survival plan more than one year old? Colin James | Coordinator 0419 969 223

For more information about what you can do to be prepared for bushfires, contact the Department of Fire and Emergency Service (DFES) Community Preparedness team on 9395 9300 or visit the DFES website on www.dfes.wa.gov.au. Firebreak notices and information can be accessed from the Shire of Mundaring on 9290 6666 or website on www.mundaring.wa.gov.au

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Next Brigade meeting: AGM - Tuesday, October 13th, 2026 at the Darlington Fire Station.

Having had one of the driest winters on record, Thursday October 1st sees the first Restricted Burning period for this fire season in effect for the Shire of Mundaring. A ‘Permit to Set Fire to the Bush’ will be required until the end of November (subject to environmental conditions). This includes for burning garden refuse piles before 6pm, and ALL ‘running fire’ burns. Please note that ALL burning is prohibited on days when the Fire Danger Rating is High, Extreme or Catastrophic, or when a ‘Total Fire Ban’ or ‘Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban’ is in place. Permits can be obtained online via the Shire’s website, or from the Darlington Fire Station on a Saturday morning between 9am and 10am. Small amounts of garden refuse ONLY may be burnt after 6pm without a permit, under strict conditions including; • the pile of garden refuse being burnt does not exceed 1m2 • a 5-metre-wide area, clear of flammable material, surrounds the pile • the fire is ignited only between 6pm and 11pm, and only one pile is alight at any one time • the fire is completely extinguished by midnight (NO heat, smoke, steam, white ash) • at least one able bodied, responsible adult is in attendance, at the fire, AT ALL TIMES • there is a means of extinguishing the fire available at all times (e.g. garden hose or fire unit) • neighbours are informed of your intention to burn • the smoke does not cause a nuisance to neighbours or create a traffic hazard You should also register your burn with DFES on 9395 9209. Please refer to the Shire of Mundaring’s website for detailed information about conditions, restrictions, and prohibitions. Take time to learn the Fire Danger Rating System, as it describes the potential level of danger if a bushfire starts. It also provides information so you can take action to protect yourself from the potentially dangerous impacts of a bushfire. Check the FDR every day, to assess your level of bushfire risk and decide what actions to take. • Moderate: Plan and prepare • High: Be ready to act • Extreme: Take action now to protect your life and property • Catastrophic: For your survival, leave bushfire risk areas

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The Emergency WA website and app are your one-stop shop for emergency information in Western Australia. Go to www.emergency.wa.gov.au, or download the Emergency WA app, to access active incidents, emergency warnings, Total Fire Bans, Fire Danger Ratings, weather, and other important information. With the fire season approaching now is the time to prepare or review your bushfire plan. Prepare one through www.emergency. wa.gov.au or the Emergency WA app, and consider things such as; • If you live near bush, or travel through bush, you are at risk from bushfires. • Having a bushfire survival plan and practicing it with your family. Plan for various situations depending on who may be at home at the time. Do you have a plan for your pets? Can you contact your neighbours? • Preparing a bushfire survival kit, including a battery radio, torch, spare batteries, first aid kit, woollen blankets, nonperishable food and water, mobile phone charger, important documents, and some cash. If you have pets pack a kit for them too! • Preparing your property, including creating a 20-metre asset protection zone. • Learning and understanding the bushfire Advice, Watch and Act, and Emergency Warning alerts issued by fire services. • Staying connected with your neighbours, family, and friends during the bushfire season. With the Spring weather upon us, the Brigade has started its planned hazard reduction burns for this season. These local burns are an important part of bush fire management, provide real life training for our new volunteers, and a refresher for experienced members prior to the coming fire season. If you see us conducting a burn, please be mindful of our volunteer personnel and slow down around fire appliances, look out for our fire fighters, pay attention if fire hoses are crossing roadways, and be very careful if driving through smoke. In coming weeks, our volunteers look forward to partnering with the community at the Bonfire Night, Saturday October 31st, and then the Darlington Arts Festival on the weekend of November 7th and 8th. Come and visit us to find out more about what we do and ask us about bushfire preparedness. And grab a bratwurst hot dog and drink while you’re there. “Safety doesn’t happen by accident.” ~ Author Unknown Ricky Harvey 15

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Darlington Ratepayers and Residents Association (DRRA)

“Preserving the character of Darlington and safeguarding the interests of its ratepayers and residents - Since 1909”

It’s been a busy month for DRRA. The Community Engagement plan from the Shire for the proposed Land Planning Strategy 5 and Land Use Planning Strategy was sent to all Ratepayer Groups for review. Overwhelmingly the comment from those at the September DRRA meeting who had reviewed the document expressed that it was heavily laden with corporate speak, cumbersome and difficult to follow for the reader, and unclear and unspecific in how the Shire planned to engage with the broader community. DRRA will be responding to the Shire with comments to this effect and requesting a more detailed outline of exactly how the Shire plans to ensure meaningful community input. Shire Community Engagement officer Sam Cranswick presented on a street mural proposal for Owen Rd and this was discussed at length by those present. There was unanimous agreement that as changes to the area will be permanent, highly visible and of significant impact to the precinct of the village, before anything permanent goes ahead, there needed to be broader community engagement and a consideration of the area as a whole, together with the need for safety that originally prompted the request to the Shire in 2020 for road treatment measures. Shane Purdy, Director of Infrastructure agreed to pause the project until this occurs. An issue that has been of increasing concern recently is the growing and rather brazen use of e-bikes, e- dirt bikes and small off road motorbikes around the village. There have been multiple incidents where groups of young boys have been sighted riding dangerously at speed on and around the oval, shared footpaths and public roads, without lights at night and even throwing water balloons at moving vehicles along Darlington Rd. When challenged and asked to desist, these boys strongly resist any suggestion of wrongdoing even though there is an obvious danger in this to pedestrians and motorists with behaviour that could result in a serious accident. The Police have been informed and have responded with increased patrols. However, as this is a growing problem, we are asked to call 131444 to report any incidents directly. It is illegal for children under 16 to ride an e bike or motorbike on any public space. Legislation around this is found on the Dept of Transport website. Regulation 228 of the Road Traffic Code 2000 (Code) prohibits a person under the age of 16 from operating: a) an electronic rideable device (eRideable) with the motor(s) engaged or b) a power assisted pedal cycle (eBike) with the power assistance engaged. The Road Traffic (Authorisation to Drive) Regulations 2014 (Vehicle Authorisations) set age limits for cars and motorbikes as 17 and mopeds as 16 provided other requirements have been satisfied.

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The DRRA AGM is on October 8th in the Darlington Hall at 7.30pm. Having been a part of this community for almost a century, DRRA is one of the oldest ratepayer groups in WA, outranked by a few others like Sawyers Valley, Guildford and Mt Helena. Without the strong advocacy of DRRA for the village, we might have had a supermarket, a garden centre and a car parking lot, far less trees, wider roads, more kerbing, a highway along the heritage trail, no oval or hall, the removal of the Pines around the oval, bitumen with marked car parking bays along the Pine Terrace oval boundary, steel bridges, metal pool fencing instead of stone walls, and many more changes. Keeping the suburban creep at bay takes time and energy, and 2027-2030 will be particularly important as the Shire is reviewing the Land Planning Strategy which sets the tone of development and growth in the Shire for the next 10 -15 years. This is especially significant given the increased powers that the State Government has given the Development Assessment Panel (DAP) in determining applications in residential areas,significantly reducing local input. For those of you who have opinions on the way things could be done, don’t sit on the sidelines. Step up, bring your ideas and make a difference. The committee is looking for fresh candidates to bring energy and new insights into the mix, and all positions are vacant, with a few current members willing to renominate. Please consider being part of DRRA as a contribution to the community, and to the future of the rather extraordinary and lovely place you live in, and call home. For all queries, please contact us via the email or phone details on the inside cover of the Review. Karen Gray Chair

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Darlington Community Garden (DCG) Greetings from Darlington Community Garden, in the season of Kambarang! Things are heating up again as we head into the festival season, kicking off with Open Gardens Darlington.

Open Gardens Sunday 11th of October 10am-4pm The buzz that Open Gardens is bringing to Darlington has been a great call to action. Please read Ian Kay's wonderful editorial and check the poster in this edition for full details of the event. We’ve had so much amazing feedback from visitors in response to our spectacular new paving under the wagon shelter by Kaleb Giles of KG Landscapes. Honestly, we could not be happier! Hanging together perfectly with the arbour, goanna garden, wagon and shelter, it’s a pleasure to simply take it all in. We daresay it goes above and beyond the vision which Trish Cook (MP) saw when pushing for the garden’s creation not that many years ago. Other improvements happening in readiness for Open Gardens and DAF include the painting of the little train by garden regular, Pete Z, and will soon be sitting on tracks to be installed by Norm B. The train station vibe consistently incorporated into our garden design, is also reflected in our new train station platform sign. Visitors needing a pinch of coriander, thai basil or chillies, will be pleased our new Asian herb spiral garden has come to fruition thanks to the vision of Charles. On his last visit, Charles was wowed by how much the lemongrass had grown, unaware that the first one was thoughtfully ‘weeded’, then swiftly replaced by a larger one from Sue L’s garden. Kate has also been very busy filling spaces in the raised beds, which signals that it is time to get the retic back online! The next additions to the orchard will include a range of tropical fruit trees and 2 new plums, thanks to the kind support of Adam Hort (MLA) and Betty Pitcher, following the theft of orchard trees (Planting day TBA).

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Nature Play Day Wednesday 7th October 10am The theme for October’s Nature Play Day will be scarecrows, which will form part of the display for Open Gardens! This is in addition to our usual array of nature craft activities the kids seem to enjoy so much. Entry for Nature Play Day is $10 per family or free for 2026/27 DCG members. Head to the Darlington Community Garden page on Humantix or click on the links via our Facebook event to purchase tickets.

Darlington Arts Festival (DAF) DCG will be in attendance on the Saturday of the DAF weekend, with our 2nd Race around the Garden treasure hunt for the young ones, our new garden shop and as a chillout zone for all. Support the DCG in Spring and buy your veggie and everlasting seeds from us! The seed fundraiser continues and you can purchase your seeds on Mondays between 4-5pm in the garden or by messaging Erin Grey via our Facebook posts. We expect to be having a few serious busy bees outside our usual Mondays, on the weekends prior to Open Gardens and DAF. We hope many of you are able to join in or support in any way you are able to through help and/or memberships or donations. We look forward to seeing you in the garden soon!

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Friends of Glen Park Reserve This month’s edition is simply a very big thank you to one of Friends of Glen Park Reserves long term and most dedicated volunteers, Leonie Campbell. For over fifty years Leonie has called Darlington home but has now decided the time is coming closer to move away. Many in the community will know Leonie for her passion about land care in the Perth hills and particular Darlington and the Glen Park Reserve. Leonie fondly remembers the many hours her children would spend playing in the reserve and in particular Nyaania Creek, so it was no surprise that after Leonies children had grown up she and a dedicated group of Glen Park Reserve locals would invest their time and knowledge to rehabilitate the area as it started to become infested and overgrown with unwanted weed, bush and shrubs.

Not only was Leonie the Glen Park Reserve coordinator but she was also a member of the Helena River Catchment Group. In both these roles Leonie invested countless hours including, organising planting sessions with the local HOSCA kids, studying the various methods to control weeds, preparing grant applications, liaising with other parties about land care activities, and the list goes on. It is not only the Friends of Glen Park Reserve that are thankful to have Leonie as part of their group but indeed the wider community of Darlington. If it wasn’t for passionate, dedicated people like Leonie then there would not be anybody to set the example for the younger generation about caring for our environment and the planet. Thank you Leonie and we wish you all the very best.

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Friends of Darlington Station Reserve (FODS) Spring is Sprung, the Grass is Riz. I wonder where the Birdie is? (Anon) – remembering Spike Milligan Well, lots of them are alive and well and nesting in our gardens and on the Station Reserve. We have Blue Wrens on the south side and all manner of Honey Eaters and Twenty Eights and Galahs and more throughout the rest of the reserve-so nice to see. It’s a good sign to us that we are creating a near- natural environment after so many years of work on what was an abandoned railway site. So many natives in flower currently, I hardly know which to pick to show off here- but I will try. We are weeding and weeding now until the change of the season and we are mulching too, which all helps create the environment where existing plants can thrive and self-seed. It’s hard work but look what a difference it makes. I hope you all enjoy our efforts as you walk through the reserve and maybe take ideas home to your own garden. If we are there working as you pass through

Leschenaultia. Lovely healthy patch on the reserve.

Conostylis with beautiful grey foliage when not in flower. Great and tough in the home native garden. Darlington Review – October 2026

please stop and chat, and if you have questions we love to talk about what we do- we are very proud of our achievements. The only negative report I have is the damage done to the reserve recently when a vehicle left the road near the corner of Darlington Road and Glen Road and became bogged in that corner of the reserve. This may have been the result of poor or inexperienced driving or just idiot behaviour but the chainsawing of a mature Hakea tree was irresponsible and illegal. It has left a gap in that difficult to garden corner. Sad. As always, contact us if you have questions or join us if you can spare time to help. We will meet on 11th and 25th October, 8 am til 10 am. Contact us: Gill 0450 257 169 or Diane 0423 007 501 Diane

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Darlington Arts Festival Just a few weeks left until our village transforms into a Festival hub where artists, entertainers, music makers and artisans come together to inspire and delight at the annual Darlington Arts Festival!

Youth Art is free to enter for high-school students aged 12– 18, with one work per artist across painting, printmaking and drawing, photography and digital art, or 3D categories, and a total prize pool of $1,750.

To make the Festival weekend a success we need Junior Art is also free and invites primary-school artists aged 4–12 to respond to this year’s theme, ‘WILD’, in paint, sketch, you! 3D artwork or collage, with one entry per artist. Don’t miss the Help bring the Darlington Arts Festival to life by volunteering. There are plenty of opportunities, big and small—from setup and pack-down to supervising exhibitions, assisting with workshops or the DAF Bar, cleaning tables and staffing the information tent.

chance to have your work displayed during the Festival weekend on 7–8 November. Check the entry details and terms and submit online at the Festival website.

Whether you can spare a little time or a longer shift, it’s a wonderful way to meet other community folk, lend a hand and enjoy the special DAF atmosphere from the inside.

Darlington Arts Festival relies on grants, sponsorships, donations and fundraising events. Donations of any amount are very welcome and you can even throw us a monthly or annual donation to set and forget! Donations over $2 are tax deductible. Anyone donating over $100 will receive an invitation to our Opening Night.

We’re also looking for volunteers to keep an eye on the sculptures in Station Reserve from Wednesday to Friday before the Festival, as well as during the weekend Sculpture Shifts. These quieter preFestival shifts are a great opportunity to take a closer look at the sculptures. To find out more or get involved, email our volunteer coordinator, Louise, at volunteers@darlingtonartsfestival.com.

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Calling all artists—entries close at midnight on Thank you to our major sponsors Friday 23 October 2026! • Jasmine Fyfe – Provincial Real Estate There’s still time to be part of the Darlington Arts Festival’s Open Art, Youth Art and Junior Art exhibitions. Open Art welcomes established and emerging artists aged over 18 working across all mediums, with a $7,000 prize pool; entries cost $40 per artwork, with a maximum of two works, and all works must be offered for sale.

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Darlington Tennis Club The Darlington tennis club welcomes new players of all levels to come and join in our sessions. We have three night-time sessions each week, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, all from 7.00 pm and a day session on Friday mornings 9.00 am to 11.00 am.

The club also has adult pennants teams if you wish to play at that level and the teams are managed by Lee Oliver, lolivers@ live.com.au

Monday is for competitive players and Tuesday and Wednesday is a more social format, Wednesday being very social.

Eric’s Tennis is a highly popular and well-regarded part of our club, offering a fantastic way to get involved in the sport.

The Tuesday night competition is looking for extra regular players, so if you feel you can commit, please contact Nat Welsh 0478 842 918

Sessions are available for all skill levels, including: • Preschool classes • Junior development groups • Competitive squad training

Friday mornings offer mainly singles games and doubles games opportunities depending on the numbers attending. Please contact the relevant captains for more information. Monday evening:

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Tuesday evening:

Nat Welsh 0478 842 918

Wednesday evening: Brendon Thompson 0427 250 566 Friday morning:

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If you’re interested in joining, please register your expression of interest using the link below: https://www.darlingtontennisclub. org.au/coaching Milly Pachota runs private coaching sessions if you want to brush up on your skills, Milly Pachota 0417 040 413 Information can also be found on the Darlington Tennis Club website: darlingtontennisclub.org.au 23

Forrest Darlings CWA Entries have now closed for our inaugural Stitch for Frocktober competition. Huge thanks to all the CWA members and wider community who have supported us with entries – we are blown away. We are looking forward to welcoming you to an exhibition of entries on Sunday 11 October at Darlington Hall (10am-4pm). Stitch for Frocktober is raising funds and awareness for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation. Entry to view the exhibition will be by donation. Come vote for your favourite Frock! People’s choice will be presented at 3pm. Food, drinks and a raffle will be available, outside on the veranda, away from the frocks! This day coincides with the Darlington Open Gardens event, so you can also spend time in the nearby gardens and view our CWA Centenary Bench at Darlington Community Garden.

September Meeting Our September meeting was super busy with lots of new members and guests. After a short formal meeting to plan our upcoming community events including Frocktober and our DAF bake stall, we had heaps of fun trying out belly dancing! Huge thanks to Amanda for telling us about the history and culture of belly dancing, before teaching us a few moves. We enjoyed trying on the sparkly scarves and lots of laughs were shared!

About your CWA Forrest Darlings Branch Forrest Darlings is a friendly branch of the Country Womens Association which meets monthly at Darlington Pavilion. Guests and non members always welcome. Our focus is shared between crafts, community and catering.

Next meeting: Wednesday Oct 21 2026 at 7pm, Darlington Pavilion. For more information follow Forrest Darlings CWA on Facebook or call Treasurer Jen Woods 0417 173 478.

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Glen Forrest Bridge Club (GFBC) Spring has Arrived – Time of Renewal Perhaps it’s time to renew your interest in playing Bridge or start right at the beginning and learn to play. Why Bridge? You might ask. Paul Marston in the preface to his book Introduction to Bridge answers this question, “There are many good reasons to learn bridge. First and foremost, it is a fun game to play. It doesn’t matter about your age or gender. This is why it is the most popular card game of all time. The challenge of bridge is to communicate with your partner and to solve problems. This makes good exercise for the mind. It is widely known these days that the brain benefits from exercise just as much as the rest of the body. While you can enjoy bridge at many different levels- it can be anything from a fun recreation to a highly competitive sport – you are always engaged with other people. So, you will find that simply being a part of the game will broaden your circle of friends. Another good thing about bridge is that it is an easy game to learn. It may be hard to master but it is not hard to learn. It is not about memory – it is more about getting a feel for the game.” There are also many good reasons to come join the members at the Glen Forrest Bridge club. First, we are a friendly and supportive club. This is important, because many people new to

bridge may feel intimidated at the prospect of being a beginner in the game. Membership fees at Glen Forrest Bridge Club are very modest, $40 per annum. Astoundingly this also includes membership of the Sports club where you can play bowls, darts, pool and have drinks or light refreshments at the bar. The bar opens at 4.30 pm. Session fees are also very modest at $5. The truth is many people play bridge just for fun and the social interaction, the brain stimulations and challenge may be secondary reasons. Come and give it a go at Glen Forrest, learn, refresh your skills, or just play. We look forward to meeting you. Sessions Wed 9.30 -11.30, Wed afternoon, Mon afternoon. Please check out our website for further information. https://glenforrest.bridgeaustralia.org

Kalamunda Lapidary Club Inc Annual Exhibition Success and Upcoming Events The Kalamunda Lapidary Club is celebrating the huge success of its Annual Exhibition, held over the weekend of 12 and 13 September. With steady crowds across both days, visitors were treated to an impressive showcase of handcrafted jewellery, polished stones, minerals, cabochons, and silversmithing work created by the Club’s dedicated members. Many guests commented on the warm atmosphere, the quality of the displays, and the enthusiasm of volunteers who spent the weekend sharing techniques, demonstrating equipment, and answering questions about the lapidary arts. The strong turnout made this one of the Club’s most successful exhibitions in recent years, reflecting both community interest and the ongoing commitment of members who worked tirelessly to prepare pieces for display and sale. Looking ahead, the Club is excited to participate in two major upcoming events on the local arts and hobby calendar. The Perth Gem and Mineral Show, which will be held between the 6th and 8th of November, one of the largest events of its kind in Western Australia. This show attracts collectors, enthusiasts, and traders from across the state, offering an extraordinary range of minerals, fossils, gemstones, jewellery, and lapidary supplies. The Club’s involvement provides members with valuable exposure and gives visitors

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a chance to discover the beauty and diversity of geological treasures found both locally and abroad. Those interested in rocks, minerals, or gems will find the event particularly rewarding. Also on the same weekend is the Darlington Arts Festival, held on the 7th and 8th of November, a much loved community celebration that brings together artists, makers, performers, and families for a vibrant weekend of creativity. The Club will once again showcase member creations, offering visitors the chance to explore unique handcrafted items and learn more about lapidary and silversmithing. The Festival remains a highlight for many members, providing an opportunity to connect with the wider hills community and inspire new hobbyists. Club Opening Hours: Tuesday 1pm-4pm (Silversmithing - members only) Wednesday 12pm-4pm Thursday 7pm-10pm Saturday 10am-2pm For further information, please contact the club at klc165@outlook.com

Darlington Dipsticks What a memorable day! Despite the icy morning winds at Lake Leschenaultia, our 10-year celebration brought together cherished vintage and classic cars, live music, laughter and wonderful community spirit. The day started with a picnic at the lake before Dipsticks Gail and Richard lead a scenic convoy drive through the Hills to Darlington Hall, where more motoring treasures awaited on the green. Fenton and his band entertained us with two terrific sets of classic tunes, while visitors admired the cars and chatted with their enthusiastic owners.

Barb, and to our wonderful members and helpers who made the day possible. Our biggest thanks go to Dipstick Simon, who secured a milestone grant from the Shire of Mundaring and put so much time, energy and heart into creating this fantastic celebration. We are deeply grateful to the Shire for its support. To everyone who joined us, thank you for making a decade of friendship, cars and community such a special milestone. www.darlingtondipsticks.org

Yellow certainly stole the show, with Barb’s MGBuzz, Yellow Peril, attracting interest, followed by the spectacular late arrival of Frank’s yellow Ferrari. When Frank lifted the bonnet, the collective “Ahhh!” said it all! Free ice cream, delicious refreshments from Annie, Glenys and Mal, and Malcolm’s RC track kept everyone smiling, especially the kids. A heartfelt thank you to our marshalls Peter, Mike, Christine and Larraine, our members and visiting car clubs who brought their treasured vehicles, and everyone who helped with setup and pack-down. Thank you also to Trish Cook MP for joining us and showing her support. We were thrilled that founders Bindy Datson and Mark travelled from Bremer Bay to celebrate with us, with Bindy opening the day with a brief history of the Dipsticks. Special thanks to founder

What’s happening at Hub of the Hills in Mundaring Active Ageing Network The Active Ageing Network at the Hub of the Hills, is a volunteer group who plan activities such as weekly Coffee Mornings. They’re seeking new volunteer members to help organise events that support seniors in the community.

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Darlington Social Cricket Club From only the best Woods-stock As the season of the forgotten number (68) draws near upon us, there is just enough time for one more instalment from our annual club awards dinner at the fantastic CBK in Midland. Our Best First Year Player award was the most hotly contested in years with DSCC welcoming some amazing new talent on and off the field. Tom Crawford, Mike Turrill, Kaleb Giles and Craig Harris were all unlucky that there could only be one winner but this year it was Mike Woods. The Woods Family (Mike, Lisa, Audrey, Declan and recent addition Henry) have been outstanding additions to the club in both the cricketing and social dimensions. Mike also a strong performer on the beverages was hunted down by #Scribe2for7 for an exclusive interview just when he was in the Goldilocks zone of unhinged inebriation, enjoy … Mike, tell us about your cricketing achievements prior to joining DSCC? Cricket has always been in my blood and talent and class is something that drips off me like sweat in a steam room. I came up through the ranks at Bayswater and Bedford-Morley where they said I was going to be the next Bruce Reid however my professional career was curtailed by a shortage of sticky tape and one too many snapping in half injuries. Mike are you a ROW or a WAssie? Even though I have been a hired gun for village cricket teams all across the globe my heart lies right here in WA as a born and bred Sandgroper. After the debacle of this year's rained out test match I’m really looking forward to taking on Jamie Lathwell next season. There’s no way that Bunbury born turncoat will get me out!

When you walk out to bat at DSCC, what is your greatest fear? I have an intense fear that I’ll horribly embarrass myself by doing something ridiculously stupid like getting out hit-wicket on a wide (thanks Mr Arnold) or being bowled by a Cambell Giles pink pork pie or worse still being run out by Stephen Jones. I would never hear the end of it after the game, no matter how many post-match beverages we laughed over. What drew you to joining DSCC? After I moved back to Perth from Tassie where the town we lived in (Upper Woodstock as it is now known) had been renamed in my honour, I was looking for somewhere to exert my weekend dominance. I was in rehab after my 6th snapping in half injury and my chiropractor Glenn Farrant suggested I might find a place up at DSCC and he agreed to nominate me on the proviso that I didn’t play better than him (which has been a real challenge for me to be fair). What would you say to someone reading this and thinking about coming down to play? Absolutely get on board! Since joining this club we have immediately felt part of a big family and winning this award, whilst obviously expected, really is an honour and a privilege. That and you must come down and try my sourdough, it's elite! In all seriousness, the Woods Family, and all our new member families, have brought a vibrant new energy to DSCC and it’s an exciting time to get on board. We’re looking for new playing (and social) members so please come down or get in touch to find out more. #Scribe2for7

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1. Mike Woods pictured here, prior to the awards dinner, explaining to Tom Crawford how he will win Best First Year Player by the length of the straight - Photo credit A Pearce 2. 80% of the Woods Family pictured here with young Henry behind the lens demonstrating a keen artistic perspective at a very young age - Photo credit - H Woods. 3. It takes a lot to impress Australia’s best batter but Beth Mooney was so excited to meet two of her next generation heroes, Audrey and Declan Woods on the hallowed WACA turf. Photo credit - M Woods.

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4. It would be remiss of us not to mention C.Giles awarded Club Member of the Year … we cannot deny how delicious those pink pork pies are, thanks Cam! - Photo credit - A Pearce 29

The Darlington Club

Hi Everyone, With the onset of spring, the club is gradually coming out of those winter doldrums with many new activities happening. “Table Manners” play on 23rd Sept., 9th October Sundowner followed by the annual big clean out of the hall on 23rd Oct. for the Darlington Arts Festival. Of course furniture must come back, and that is programmed for 13th Nov. For all members who volunteer with trailers and/or come to carry items, there will be food and drinks to follow. Please read our newsletter for updates on October/ November events. If you are not a member please email Club Secretary Sue to add you onto our newsletter, to keep up to date on events. Fees are $25 per person or $50 for two or family. Payee The Darlington Club Inc. BSB 633 000, Account 124527748. Reference Surname and Subs.

Coming Events The Club opens at 6.30pm every second Friday at Darlington Lesser Hall. BYO drinks and nibbles. Details will be updated in the weekly Newsletter Contact Sue Lavell on 0439 273 213 or susanlavell10@gmail.com Or Sue Bennetts, Secretary on 0407 920 930 email sue.j.bennetts24@gmail.com or garrysue24@iinet.net.au 30

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Mundaring | Midland Junction Arts Centre Mundaring Arts Centre | 7190 Great Eastern Hwy (corner Nichol Street) 9295 3991 | mundaringartscentre.com.au Tues - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm | closed Mon & Public Holidays Weir on a High Place I Five Tides Collective | Until 8 Nov Diane Keating, Junko Kitamura, Nadia Rasheed, Carolyn White, and Annette Wiguna. Five Tides Collective presents diverse cultural perspectives on Mundaring Weir's liminal spaces. Through day and night field excursions, five artists explore where natural and built environments intersect, inviting audiences to experience the iconic Perth Hills landmark, the Mundaring Weir from a fresh perspective. Visitors are encouraged to take a trip to the beloved destination and its surrounding natural environment before visiting the MAC gallery to view the exhibition. Exhibition Talk | Weir On A High Place | Five Tides Collective | Sat 17 Oct | 1 – 2 pm If you make it a day trip day on Sat 17 Oct, you can take part in the Five Tides Artist talk and collect your copy of the Mundaring Hills Open Studio program, before heading out on a curated exploration of arts and artists in our region.

Diane Keating, Ceathán (Irish word for a light rain shower), 2026 mono-screenprinted linen, acrylic paint, print medium, gold acrylic ink, cotton thread. Photo by Josh Wells.

Tied Up With String Revisiting the hugely popular Tied Up With String blind box fundraiser, fifty-five invited artists have been challenged to think inside the box and create small, intimate, covetable artworks. Boxes are for sale sight-unseen for $300 - which work you end up with will be a matter of luck of the draw, revealed at a special “unboxing” opening event. Proceeds from each sale are shared evenly between the artist and MAC. This fundraiser event not only provides purchasers the opportunity to acquire new works, Visit our website or scan the QR but also the joy of giving back, by supporting the arts centre in delivering valuable code for workshop and public creative programming. Boxes go on sale via the website Thu 15 Oct, 6pm AWST and program details and to book. mundaringartscentre.com.au will sell out quickly - so save the date.

Midland Junction Arts Centre | 276 Great Eastern Hwy (corner Cale St) 9250 8062 | midlandjunctionartscentre.com.au Tues - Fri 10am - 5pm, Sat & Sun 11am - 3pm | closed Mon & Public Holidays MJAC is a hive of activity this October with a range of workshops and events to discover. The month begins with an artist talk and tour from exhibiting artist Margery Goodall, followed by a free activity using recycled materials which will be added to a communal, everlasting garden. Mid-month, Artists in Residence Swaroopa Unni and Rebecca Jensen share their practices with an open studio, performance and talks. The month closes with a curatorial talk and tour of Ravel, alongside a closing performance from Whiskey & Boots. What Price Comfort? | Margery Goodall | Until 1 Nov Goodall draws attention to consumption in our society, repurposing discarded household packaging into “comfort blankets”. Ravel | Curated by Jess Knight | Until 1 Nov Jacky Cheng, Eva Fernández, Maggie Hensel-Brown, Wendy Lugg, Zali Morgan, Lisa Mori and Jan Mullen. Exploring the personal mythologies and narratives of seven artists working in fibre and textiles, Ravel tells the story of who we are and who we are yet to become. Leave The Light On: Stories About Home | Whiskey & Boots and Daniel Grant | Until 1 Nov Leave The Light On is a storytelling experience reflecting on our relationships to “Home”. This audio-visual installation asks audiences to consider the home they come from and the home they might create in the future. Darlington Review – October 2026

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Joey Scouts ages 5-8 Cub Scouts ages 8-11 Scouts ages 11-14 Venturer Scouts ages 14-18 Rover Scouts ages 18-25 Adult Volunteers ages 18+

Where Scouting can take you!

Cubs overnight hike

From 20-27th July 2026 a contingent of 35 Australians together with 2,500 Scouts and Leaders from 8 other countries headed to ‘Due North’, the 31 st National Icelandic Jamboree. Darlington Group Leader Kerry Duncan, attended this jamboree as the Contingent Health and Wellbeing Leader and the sole representative of Scouts in Western Australia.

Our Cubs recently had an adventure, hiking over 12km along parts of the hilly Munda Biddi and Bibbulmun tracks, overnighting at Hewitt's Hill Hut. A group of 14 youth and leaders headed off carrying all their own gear - surviving lots of hills, a scenic stopover at the weir and plenty of snack stops to see them through. A tasty dinner, hot chocolate, requisite marshmallows and some singing, then into tents for a tired but happy crew. Sunday saw them set off with lighter packs and energy still to reach the end point with time to spare.

Together with a pre and post tour exploring the wonderful sights of Iceland (and long flights) we had 17 days together. Activities at the Jamboree included sailing, making Icelandic donuts on a fire, hiking, Viking games, whittling, building insect huts to tree houses, ziplining and swimming in hot thermal pool just to name a few. High on the agenda was meeting scouters from different countries to trade badges, scarves and anything else, like the very popular clip-on koalas. New friendships were formed and lots of new and old skills and songs were learnt. One of these new experiences was camping in tents with 21.5hours of daylight and 2.5 hours of twilight – this meant it never really gets dark, very interesting and challenging for some. No need for a torch! Opportunities for volunteering in Scouting can take you all around the world, connecting with other Scouts in the worldwide movement involving 176 countries. If you are interested in becoming involved, I would love to have a conversation with you. Email me at groupleader@ darlingtonscouts.com

Darlington Scouts are open to boys and girls, comprising four sections:  Joey Scouts (age 5-8) Mondays  Cub Scouts (age 8-11) Wednesdays  Scouts (age 11-14) Thursdays  Venturer Scouts (age 14-18) Fridays  Rovers (age 18-25) Mondays Darlington Review – October 2026

Well done to all the Cubs, parents, and leaders for completing a challenging hike!

The sections usually meet at the Kathleen Skipsey Hall on Glen Road, Darlington, in a lovely bush setting on the creek line, with a fire pit and ample opportunity for getting amongst nature. The Scouts meet weekly during school terms, and there are often extended weekend and school holidays camps, hikes and other activities on offer. If you have a child that may be interested in coming along, you can have a trial few visits before making a commitment. We do ask parents to take turns in helping with activities, and this may be at their weekly session, or it may be helping with a camp or other weekend activity. Scan the QR code here to make in inquiry, find information on our website www.darlingtonscouts.com, find our Facebook page, or email membership@darlingtonscouts.com Instagram @DarlingtonVenturers and @DarlingtonRovers

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Shire of Mundaring Libraries Children’s regular programs take a break Story and Rhyme Time sessions, Lego Club and Minecraft Club will take a break for the holidays from Monday 28 September. Programs will resume for Term 4 from Tuesday 13 October. Check the Events and Workshops page on the Shire of Mundaring website for details about events and programs.

Explore children’s and teens collections We have made it easier to find age-appropriate items in the Pre-teen, Young Adult (YA) collections in our libraries with the addition of a Teen Collection. The areas are clearly identifiable with signage which includes the age range: Pre-teen is for ages 9-12 years, Teen is for ages 1315 years, and Young Adult is for ages 16-20 years. There are also separate Teen Graphic Novels and YA Graphic Novels collections.

Tech help now available at Mundaring Library New weekly free tech help sessions are now available at Mundaring Library on Tuesdays from 11.30am to 1.30pm, and on Wednesdays from 2 to 4pm. If you, or someone you know, would like help with using computers or mobile devices, you can book a free one-hour session with one of our friendly and knowledgeable tech help volunteers. You are not limited to one session if you need more help. Boya Library sessions are on Mondays from 9am to 12pm. Bookings are essential. Call Mundaring Library on 9290 6780 or Boya Library on 9290 6755 to book a session, or for more information.

ATO free tax help – ends this month ATO Tax Help will be available at Boya Library on Wednesdays until 28 October, so hurry to make a booking if you require tax help. The ATO’s free community Tax Help program can help you lodge your return if you earn $70,000 or less and have simple tax affairs. Contact Boya Library on 9290 6755 or email gills@ mundaring.wa.gov.au to check your eligibility and to book an appointment.

Public libraries survey – still time Your local library is here for you and now you can share your thoughts to help make libraries better for everyone. We’re inviting you to take a quick 10-minute survey to help improve programs, spaces, and services at libraries across WA. Make sure our Shire of Mundaring community is represented in decisions affecting public libraries. The survey is quick and anonymous, and you can win 1 of ten $100 vouchers! Take the survey

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New season's seeds are in! We have worked furiously to get the new seeds processed by the wonderful Mundaring Seed Savers catalogued and into the Seed Library. There are 80+ seed varieties available for "borrowing" by Shire of Mundaring library members. Varieties are locally grown, harvested and then donated to the Mundaring Seed Library. The aim is for members to "borrow" the seeds to plant, then harvest the seeds to "return" to the Seed Library. However, it isn’t a condition for using the Seed Library. There's everything from tomatoes to chilli, pumpkin, lettuce, dill and more. We welcome seed donations at any time! We have seed donation bags at the libraries, or simply use your own envelope or bag with details of the variety, date harvested and location.

Upcoming events A Larder for Kaarda: Kambarang Six Noongar Seasons talk with Simon Cherriman Boya Community Centre, Sunday 11 October, 11am-12.15pm Bookings essential at https://events.humanitix.com/111026b

When Worries Grow: an Introduction to Childhood Anxiety (for parents and carers of children 3-12 years) Boya Library, Thursday 15 October,10am-12p Bookings essential at https://events.humanitix.com/151026ab

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Mundaring and Hills Historical Society Chidlow Hall Numerous early pastoralists and explorers travelled through the area between Perth and Northam. In 1882, the State Government planned a settlement at Chidlow’s Well, named after William Chidlow, a prominent landowner of the area. In 1920 the name was abbreviated to Chidlow. In the early days, the town served as the eastern terminal of the railway. Extensive buildings were constructed including stables. In 1884, the boom for Chidlow commenced. Settlers set off from Chidlow to seek land further east, until 1885 when the railway was extended to York. Timber cutting and saw milling were the main employment of the town. This continued until 1906 when the mills close to Chidlow closed. Orchardists had flocked to the area with it’s fine fruit growing soil and easy rail transport to Perth. A meeting place for the growing community was now required. Charles Cook, a prominent member of the community, organised finance and construction of a roomy weatherboard hall which was achieved in 1905. It became an important part of Chidlow life. Public meetings, entertainment and at election time local candidates filled the hall to canvas for votes. Religeous ceremonies and weddings were held there until churches were built in the 1950s. It also hosted farewells to men who left to fight in both world wars. Welcome parties were held for those who returned. The grounds were used for many events. It was boggy and waterlogged in winter. In 1952, new recreation grounds were built close by and in 1995 a new recreation centre was built at the

sporting grounds. Use of the old hall declined and maintenance costs to the Shire, caused thought to be given to demolish the building. The Chidlow Progress Assn set out to save the hall, by taking over the management. The plan was accepted and significant infrastructure plans were formed for the next ten years, together with raising use of the hall by CPA. A lease was signed in 2014. Chidlow residents have fought to retain it’s sense of identity and ensure vital history is not lost. Today the hall is well used by the community. Refs Ian Elliot ‘A History of the Shire’ MHHS Archives

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Darlington Dibbler Girl Guides Fun, Friendship and Adventure. Join today>>>www.girlguideswa.org.au It’s been a very busy month for the Darlington Girl Guides with the girls enjoying the last of the campfire season. The guides enjoyed some ‘Campfire Magic’ sharing jokes and games around the fire. One of our favourites is wink murder (some of the parents remembered playing this one!). The girls made damper on a stick which was enjoyed with butter and golden syrup 😊. The guides can now confidently set and light a campfire. Slime night was a huge hit, even with all of the mess! Lots of fun measuring and mixing to make the best slime. There was perfect weather for our annual sleepover at the hall. The theme being Wilderness. The guides had a number of challenges to complete that evening including raft building and setting and lighting a campfire. The patrols prepared and cooked chicken sliders and loaded chips on the fire and finished off with camp donuts cooked on the coals for supper. Koala and Erica are heading down to Albany for Jamboree 2026, the bags are getting packed, final preparations are underway and they are getting very excited! We welcome new girls aged from 7-12 years. We meet at Kathleen Skipsey Hall – on Glen Road, Darlington on Tuesdays from 6pm to 7.30pm during the school term. If you have any queries regarding Darlington Dibbler Girl Guides please contact Karen P on 0405 401 501 or enquire at Girl Guides WA.

Darlington Primary School Thinking About Help before it’s Needed Student Leaders at Darlington Primary School have been encouraging all students to think about the Beyond Blue organisation, right after RUOK Day. R U OK? Day is a special day that reminds us to check on the people around us and ask, “Are you OK?". R U OK? Day encourages everyone to be kind, listen carefully, and support people who might be feeling sad, worried, lonely, or upset. Sometimes a person may look happy on the outside but be having a hard time inside. By asking "Are you OK?" and listening to their answer, you can help them feel cared for and less alone. On R U OK? Day, students learned to: • Be kind and look out for others. • Ask a friend if they are OK. • Listen carefully when someone wants to talk. • Tell a trusted adult if a friend needs extra help. A simple conversation can make someone feel happier, safer, and supported. Students were taught about the key messages of Beyond Blue over a week at school. A fun fundraising event was then organised by the Student Council. Targets were set to “dunk” a teacher at lunchtime. For every extra $100 raised, another teacher went under! Students loved the generous spirit of eight teachers – raising nearly $1000 to support the work of Beyond Blue. Well done everyone! Darlington Review – October 2026

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Darlington History Group Final Guest Speaker for 2026 - Jeff Murray, with The Making of Reimagining Perth’s Lost Wetlands Perth was once home to an extensive network of wetlands that shaped the landscape and played an important role in the lives of the Noongar people and early settlers. Over time, many of these wetlands disappeared beneath the growing city, taking with them much of the landscape’s natural and cultural history. Our final talk for 2026 will explore this fascinating lost landscape and the work undertaken to bring it back to life. Join us on Wednesday 14th October at 7.30pm at the Darlington Lesser Hall for a presentation by Jeff Murray, titled Making of the Reimagining Perth’s Lost Wetlands Project. The Reimagining Perth’s Lost Wetlands Project, a major interdisciplinary research initiative at Edith Cowan University, used historical records and digital visualisation to reconstruct the pre-colonial landscape of central Perth. Drawing on archival maps, paintings, photographs and written accounts, the project sought to reconnect modern Perth with its original ecology and the ancestral lands of the Whadjuk Nyoongar people.

Jeff Murray was an integral member of the project team, contributing his extensive experience to the research and digital reconstruction of these lost landscapes. Jeff is a cartographer specialising in topographic interpretation, with more than 50 years of experience researching explorers’ diaries, stock routes and surveyors’ records, as well as leading expeditions into remote areas. This promises to be a fascinating opportunity to discover a very different Perth and learn more about the wetlands, landscapes and stories that existed before the modern city.

Date: Wednesday 14 Oct 2026 Time: 7.30pm Venue: Darlington Lesser Hall Entry: Gold coin donation appreciated, with light refreshments provided Bookings can be made on trybooking: http://www.trybooking.com/DQCJW OR contact Ursula 0408 956 692 Light refreshments will be provided following the presentation. We look forward to welcoming you for our final talk of 2026.

Join us at our AGM The Darlington History Group invites you to our Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, October 14th, 2026 in the Darlington Lesser Hall, starting at 6.30pm.

you get our quarterly newsletter, early bird access to our guest speaker events, invitations to history outings, and help support us to preserve Darlington's rich heritage.

We welcome nomination from members who wish to join us in our endeavour to "Share our Heritage."

Renewal date for all members is August 31st. You can pay membership at our October Guest Speaker Event or visit our website for more details, www.dhg.org.au

Nomination forms are available from the secretary, Christine Stoney on secretary@dhg.org.au or can be downloaded from the DHG website. Nominations can be sent to the above mentioned office bearers one week prior to the Annual General Meeting or submitted in person at the Meeting. Nominations for a position of Office Holder or an Ordinary Committee Member will be accepted and tabled for the meeting. Should you be unable to attend, a Proxy Voting form is on the website or sent to you by contacting either Christine Stoney through the email listed above.

Memberships are due! We welcome you to join our club and learn more intriguing stories from the past with fellow enthusiasts! For just $5.00,

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Picture Frames Wanted for Fundraising We are looking for picture frames with glass, with internal dimensions ranging from approximately 15 cm × 20 cm up to 30 cm × 40 cm, to help support our fundraising efforts for the upcoming Darlington Arts Festival. Unfortunately, due to storage and handling limitations, we can no longer accept bric-a-brac donations. However, we would be very grateful for any suitable picture frames that you may no longer need. We are happy to collect frames from your door. If you have any to donate, please contact Christine on 0490 793 015 or Liz on 0427 952 491 to arrange a convenient pick-up. Thank you for your support.

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Mundaring Probus Club Have you recently retired, or have been retired for a while, and miss meeting people? If so, Probus might fill that void in your life. We are a group of people from all walks of life, who meet one Monday a month to socialize and listen to various speakers, before having morning tea. Speakers in the past have been on Ghost Towns of WA, Birds in the Hills, Salt Mines of Poland, Family History, old Stock Routes of WA, plus speakers from the Mundaring and Hills Historical Society on years gone by. Our last speaker gave a very interesting talk about her life in the Women’s Australian Air Force and her

overseas postings with the Overseas Division of Foreign Affairs at the embassies in Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos. On the last Saturday of each month, we meet at The Hive in Darlington to socialise over a coffee and cake (or whatever takes your fancy!). Outings during the year are also organized, our last one being lunch at The House of Honey. If you would like to receive more information about our Club, please contact Pat on 0410 651 271 or moxon@iinet.net.au.

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Why do we pray? How do people from different faith traditions understand prayer? And how do we decide what we believe is true? This month we are delighted to offer two opportunities to explore these questions. At both our Bridges to Peace interfaith gathering (co-hosted with Hills Anglicans) and our regular Community Conversations coffee morning, you are warmly invited to join us. You don’t need to be religious, or to hold any particular beliefs, to take part. Just come along with your questions, your curiosity and an interest in hearing another perspective. Everyone is welcome at these relaxed and friendly gatherings.

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Darlington Christian Fellowship | cnr Darlington and Allestree Rds, Darlington Over three consecutive Sundays recently, we were challenged by a mini-series on the Old Testament book of Proverbs, presented by Rod Vardy. Rod has written about Proverbs on his blog Worship and Wisdom – Psalms, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes (rodandmiriam.com).

But back to Proverbs. When I read through it before the series began, I was impressed by how relevant its teaching remains today, especially what it says about avoiding conflict and living peacefully with others. Consider these verses: 10:12 Hatred stirs up conflict, but love covers over all wrongs. 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. 15:18 A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel. 16:24 Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. 17:14 Starting a quarrel is like breaching a dam; so drop the matter before a dispute breaks out. 22:11 One who loves a pure heart and who speaks with grace will have the king for a friend.

It made me think of Darlington. What makes Darlington special is the number of people who willingly give their time and energy to advantage the community, whether by serving on committees, volunteering, fundraising, organising events, or speaking up on issues that may disadvantage the community. Their contribution helps make Darlington the unique place it is.

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St Cuthbert's Anglican Church | cnr Darlington and Hillsden Roads, Darlington Spring iS here & OCTOBer WiLL Be BUSY aT ST CUThBerTS ST CUTHBERT’S GIANT PLANT SALE SATURdAy 6TH NOVEmBER 10Am-3Pm FESTIVAL OF FLOwERS IN THE CHURCH mAINLy mUSIC TUESdAyS IN SCHOOL TERmS, 9.30Am - 11Am IN THE PARISH CENTRE.

The Mainly Music team is ready to welcome you & your children to the final term of 2026. It’s a time of singing and movement, followed by morning tea and free play. For your first visit, you’re welcome to just ‘show up’. Later it’s $5 per child or $8 per family. Hills Anglicans celebrated Forest Sunday in September with a service that honoured our local environment. It was later followed by a hike along the boundaries of St Cuthbert’s parish to appreciate our spring forest vistas and share lunch at the Goat Farm. Reverend Bruce Hyde, Anglican EcoCare Commissioner, shared his reflections on the importance of sustaining forests and the natural environment for the well-being of our planet and all living species. He noted that in 1998 the Anglican Church belatedly adopted a fifth environmental commitment - or Mark of Mission - to add to the existing Marks. The fifth Mark presents a strong commitment “to safeguard the integrity of creation and to sustain and renew the life of the earth”. While Western Civilization has historically viewed creation in a way that has created a deep disconnect between ourselves and the environment, EcoCare is seeking to restore continuity of respect and care through Forest Sunday and a range of community education and work. Our parish priest, Peregrin, is also an EcoCare Commissioner and can provide further information.

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Treetops | A Montessori and International Baccalaureate School One Big Voice Festival We congratulate our Marri and Karri classes for joining the amazing performance at the One Big Voice Festival, held on Friday 21st August at the RAC Arena. “One Big Voice is Australia’s largest children’s choir. Open to students in Years 3-7 from all schools, OBV culminates annually in 2 massive concerts at RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia. Over 7500 students and their families celebrate in joyous affirmation of the life-changing power of song” (OBV Website). Our students prepared for the festival over several months, learning a repertoire of ten songs for the performance. They practised skills such as maintaining their own part, recognising harmonies and using call and response as part of the choral arrangement. It was incredible to see the crowd at RAC Arena light up with 'stars' as students sang "This Little Light of Mine". Students were treated to a performance of "A Million Dreams" by Archie Sebastian (son of Guy Sebastian) and singer-songwriter Bailey Perrie. It was a special way for students to perform in a safe environment and experience the benefits of community singing.

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Silver Tree Steiner School In September we saw our school come alive as around 1,200 visitors joined us for our Open Day and Djilba Fair. From the moment the gates opened, the whole campus was buzzing — families exploring classrooms, watching performances and visitors chatting with teachers about the rich, creative learning that Steiner education offers. Performances were a joyful highlight, with every class sharing something special: lively circles of verse and dance, beautiful ensemble pieces, and a joyful choir performance. These moments offered families a glimpse into the artistic and expressive learning that sits at the heart of our curriculum. The day was filled with hands on experiences too —puppet shows in the Kindergartens, gardening activities, pendant making in Woodwork, and of course the beloved Kindy Crystal

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Dig and Coconut Shy. Our artisan stalls added a wonderful touch, especially those run by alumni students, who continue to practise the craft skills they first learned here at Silver Tree! We were delighted to welcome many prospective families, who spent time gaining a deeper appreciation for how Steiner education nurtures creativity, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning. The dedication of our staff and volunteers was evident throughout the day, and we are deeply grateful for the care and enthusiasm they brought to every aspect of the event. Days like this capture the heart of our school — a place where learning, creativity, and community come together in the most meaningful way, reminding us of the strong sense of belonging that continues to grow year after year.

HELENA COLLEGE FROM COCKATOOS TO CROCHET What do crochet, robotics, creative writing, Warhammer, native cockatoos and chess have in common? At Helena College’s Senior School Campus, they are just some of the interests bringing students together outside their regular classes. Across the week, students in Years 6 to 12 can choose from a diverse range of clubs and activities before school, at lunchtime and after the end of the school day.

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The offerings change throughout the year and reflect the varied interests of the College community. Teachers are encouraged to share their own interests and skills with students, while students themselves can also be the driving force behind a new club.

This year, Year 6 students Sophie and Isla decided to establish a Cockatoo Club, one of several new clubs initiated by their cohort. Meeting at lunchtime, the group encouraged students to learn more about endangered cockatoos and the importance of protecting local wildlife. With native cockatoos regularly visiting the bushland Glen Forrest Campus, the students turned that interest into action, planting more than 55 Hakea plants to provide a valuable future food source for visiting birds. For students keen to create, make or perform, choices have included Music Ensembles, Art Club, Crochet Club, Creative Writing and Drama. Robotics and Engineering Makerspace appeal to students interested in technology and problemsolving, while Chess, Warhammer and Tabletop Gaming provide opportunities to connect over other shared interests. There is even a Wellbeing Club offering mindfulness, meditation and relaxing activities.

Cockatoo Club planting Hakea seedlings.

Alongside the clubs is an extensive academic support program. Students can access extra assistance across subjects including Mathematics, English, Science, Humanities, French and a range of senior secondary subjects, as well as Homework Club three afternoons each week. The aim isn’t to fill every spare moment. It is to give students opportunities to explore an interest, try something new, seek some extra help or simply find other people who enjoy the things they do. And, as the Cockatoo Club demonstrates, sometimes a small lunchtime idea can grow into something much bigger.

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Parkerville Steiner College The Art of Making There is something deeply satisfying about making something with your own hands. A block of clay becomes a form. Loose wool becomes yarn. A flat piece of fabric becomes something that can be worn. An idea that began as a sketch slowly takes shape through colour, texture, judgement, frustration, adjustment and persistence. This is at the heart of Art and Textiles at Parkerville Steiner College. Students carve and print, explore perspective and portraiture, layer and mix colour, create stained glass and work sculpturally with clay, wire and plaster. They spin sheep’s wool into yarn, weave on a loom, shape natural fibres into baskets and cut, pin and stitch fabric into wearable garments. In Steiner education, artistic work is not an extra. It is one-way young people come to understand the world and themselves, engaging head, heart and hands together. Each material asks something different. Clay, cloth, wool, wire and paint all require different decisions, and things do not always go to plan. A seam may need to be unpicked, a form reshaped, a colour reconsidered. That is part of the learning. Making asks students to slow down, look closely and stay with difficulty. They learn to notice, adapt and try again. As they move through the high school, the decisions increasingly become their own. Which material? Which colour? Which form? What needs changing? What is finished? Technical skill grows alongside creative independence. Students begin to develop their own artistic judgement and direction, and to trust their own hands and emerging judgement. There is pride in holding something that did not exist before, but what matters just as much is everything that happened along the way: the patience, imagination, problemsolving and quiet persistence required to take an idea and make it real.

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Wednesday

Leadlight Wed Afternoon

12:45pm

3:15pm

$120.00

Wednesday

Upholstery - Studio Time - Int. to Adv. Students ONLY

12:45pm

3:15pm

$6.00

Wednesday

Wood Turning

12:45pm

3:15pm

$120.00

Wednesday

Beginners Introduction to Clay Hand Building

12:45pm

3:15pm

$145.00

Wednesday

Clay Sculpture - Studio Time Only - Casual Class

12:45pm

3:15pm

$70.00

Thursday AM

Leadlight Thurs Morning

9:00am

11:30am

$120.00

Thursday AM

Mosaics

9:00am

11:30am

$120.00

Thursday AM

Upholstery - Studio Time - (Continuing Students Only)

9:00am

11:30am

$60.00

Thursday AM

Wood Turning - Beginners

9:00am

11:30am

$120.00

Thursday AM

Life Force Movement - Half Term - First Class 19 Nov 2026

10:00am

11:15am

$30.00

Thursday AM

Pottery Wheel - All Levels

9:00am

12:00pm

$145.00

Thursday PM

Leadlight Thurs Afternoon

12:45pm

3:15pm

$120.00

Thursday PM

Traditional Upholstery

12:45pm

3:15pm

$120.00

Thursday PM

Wood Turning - Beginners

12:45pm

3:15pm

$120.00

Friday AM

Creative Writing

9:00am

11:30pm

$120.00

Friday AM

Ceramics Hand Built Introduction - Cont. Students ONLY

9:00am

12:00pm

$145.00

Friday AM

Chair Aerobics - New Class - Half Term - First Class 30 Oct 2026

10:00am

11:00am

$60.00

Saturday AM

Pottery - Intermediate

9:00am

11:30pm

$145.00

Saturday PM

Pottery Studio Time - Continuing Members ONLY - No Tuition

12:00pm

3:00pm

$7.00

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Workshops & Monthly Groups

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21st Nov 2nd Sat Month

FELTING GROUP Enquiries - Please contact Lyn 0428 637 591

Introduction to Photography

9:30am 10:00am

1:30pm 3:00pm

$140 pp $15.00 pp

The Pool Shop Kalamunda 19 Canning Road, Kalamunda Call Phil: (08) 9293 1356 kalamunda@thepoolshopgroup.com.au thepoolshopgroup.com.au