 ABC Radio Perth received a text this week from a listener in Tomato Lake. It had Breakfast presenter Russell Woolf intrigued. How did Tomato Lake get its name? Don lived in the area for 12 years and helped Russell understand where the unconventional naming of the area has originated. |
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 Residents in Carlisle are unhappy about the behaviour of dogs and their owners at a local off-leash park – behaviour that includes assault, bad language, barking dogs and have led to police being called on occasions. The Town of Victoria Park is investigating the cost to employ a professional dog trainer to be on hand at a popular park. |
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 Brisbane’s ‘BedDown’ model has been used successfully in Brisbane where city carparks are turned into temporary homeless shelters at night-time. The model is one step closer in WA after the City of Perth voted in favour of investigating a trial. |
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 One of the country’s largest metal weapons medieval communities is based in Perth. The Grey Company – a historical re-enactment group have been putting on performances of their battles for the public for years now. |
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 More councils are dumping regular verge collections, but many people still love the “beautiful mess” of putting their trash out so others can find recyclable treasures. |
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 From soups, bakes and warming curries, these 15 quick-to-pull-together recipes are not only family favourites but they’re healthy too! |
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